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Troy police sergeant pleads guilty

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The Troy police sergeant accused of trying to solicit sex from a 14-year-old has pleaded guilty. Patrick Rosney, 53, pleaded guilty to attempted dissemination of indecent material to a minor.

Troy police sergeant pleads guilty

03/01/2013 12:45 PM

Bill would allow religious institutions damaged by Sandy access to FEMA funding

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In a rare showing of bipartisanship in Washington, a bill that would allow religious institutions damaged by Hurricane Sandy to access FEMA money breezed through the House of Representatives. YNN's Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Michael Scotto has the story.

Bill would allow religious institutions damaged by Sandy access to FEMA funding

02/13/2013 09:57 PM

Cuomo calls on banks to release insurance funds from Sandy

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Governor Andrew Cuomo is calling on the nation's largest banks to speed up the release of insurance funds for victims of Superstorm Sandy.

Cuomo calls on banks to release insurance funds from Sandy

02/12/2013 11:41 AM

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Your Weather Now

12:55 PM

Federal assistance for counties and individuals affected by Sandy

FEMA has approved major disaster declaration for several counties following Hurricane Sandy.added to the major federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Sandy.

Updated 11/14/2012 12:41 PM

BLOG: Places to donate

If you're looking for somewhere that you can donate to the relief efforts of Sandy, check inside this story.

Updated 11/08/2012 11:52 AM

BLOG: Dry Ice and Bottled Water for Sat., Nov. 3

Dry Ice and Bottled Water for Sat., Nov. 3

11/02/2012 08:41 PM

Dry ice & water distribution

Hudson Valley dry ice distribution for Friday, November 2.

Updated 11/02/2012 12:01 PM

Extended Interview: Central Hudson gives update on power restoration

We're just about a week removed from Superstorm Sandy and utility companies have restored power to almost all of their customers. With a nor'easter expected to now hit the area, utility companies will be back in the spotlight as the threat of more outages looms. Joining us by phone is John Maserjian, the spokesperson for Central Hudson Gas and Electric.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Interview: </em></span>Central Hudson gives update on power restoration

Extended Interview: O&R continues to make progress in restoring power

About 225,000 O&R electric customers had power restored after Hurricane Sandy. But the company's efforts don't stop there. Joining us now with an update on how Orange and Rockland Utilities is doing is spokesman Mike Donovan.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Interview: </em></span>O&R continues to make progress in restoring power

NYSEG spokesman comments on their progress

Many are still without power in parts of Sullivan, Putnam and Dutchess counties. Crews have been working for days to get people back up and running. Joining us now with an update on how the progress is going for NYSEG is Jim Salmon.

NYSEG spokesman comments on their progress

Extended Interview: Power restored to 75% of O&R customers

It's been almost a week since Sandy left thousands of people without power. Utility crews have been working non-stop to make sure their customers can flick the lights on. Joining us now with an update on how Orange and Rockland Utilities is doing is spokesman Mike Donovan.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Interview: </em></span>Power restored to 75% of O&R customers

Utility company representatives comment on power status

Utility company representatives comment on power status of the Hudon Valley region.

Utility company representatives comment on power status

Central Hudson Gas and Electric spokesperson gives update

Utility crews across the area are back at work trying to restore power to thousands who lost it with Sandy. Joining us by phone with an update on the restoration efforts is John Maserjian from Central Hudson Gas and Electric.

Central Hudson Gas and Electric spokesperson gives update

O&R working to repair utilities

Orange and Rockland is working on getting people out of the dark as quickly as possible. Joining us now to address the power outages is O&R spokesperson Mike Donovan.

O&R working to repair utilities

NYSEG working to restore power

NYSEG continues to work to restore power to thousands of customers across the state. Joining us now on the phone is Jim Salmon, manager of regional and outreach development with NYSEG.

NYSEG working to restore power

Extended Interview: O&R gives update on power situation

Orange and Rockland says it will be another week, if not longer, before most customers in Orange and Sullivan counties get their power back. Joining us now to address the power outages is O&R spokesperson Mike Donovan.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Interview: </em></span>O&R gives update on power situation

Extended Interview: Central Hudson gives update on power restoration efforts

Power has been restored to more than 85 percent of Central Hudson customers, and crews continue to work around the clock to get electricity back to the 17,000 still in the dark. Joining us by phone with an update on the restoration efforts is John Maserjian, spokesperson for Central Hudson Gas and Electric.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Interview: </em></span>Central Hudson gives update on power restoration efforts

O&R still experiencing numerous outages throughout the region

Orange and Rockland is experiencing significant outages across their service area. Joining us by phone to address the power outages in Orange County is O&R spokesman Mike Donovan.

O&R still experiencing numerous outages throughout the region

Extended Footage: Cuomo and officials on helicopter tour

Governor Cuomo and federal, state, and local officials toured the region in a helicopter to view the damage caused by Sandy.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Extended Footage: </em></span>Cuomo and officials on helicopter tour

Superstorm Sandy donations

Southern States Automotive and Raleigh Residents Share are collecting all kinds of household items for those troubled by Superstorm Sandy.

Superstorm Sandy donations

02/02/2013 06:48 PM

Senate passes Sandy relief aid bill

The U.S. Senate passes a more than $50 billion aid package for victims of Superstorm Sandy. Our Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups has the details.

Senate passes Sandy relief aid bill

Updated 01/28/2013 10:48 PM

Congress approves $9.7 billion in Sandy flood aid

After facing a firestorm of criticism, the House overwhelmingly approved some aid for states damaged by Hurricane Sandy. YNN's Erin Billups has the details on one of the first votes of the new 113th Congress.

Congress approves $9.7 billion in Sandy flood aid

Updated 01/04/2013 06:44 PM

Donations raised for Hurricane Sandy relief

The state Attorney General's office is outlining funds raised for charities in response to Hurricane Sandy.

Donations raised for Hurricane Sandy relief

01/03/2013 04:43 PM

New York leaders, press for Sandy aid bill

After getting hit with a barrage of criticism for failing to vote on a Hurricane Sandy disaster aid bill, House republican leaders are now promising to take the measure up later this month. Our Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups has more on the day's events.

New York leaders, press for Sandy aid bill

Updated 01/02/2013 08:10 PM

Obama official says it may not make sense to rebuild all areas hit by Sandy

The top federal official overseeing the Hurricane Sandy recovery effort said Thursday it may not make sense to rebuild all the areas hardest hit by the storm, remarks that are at odds with Mayor Michael Bloomberg's vision for the city in the wake of Sandy. YNN's Grace Rauh filed the following report.

Obama official says it may not make sense to rebuild all areas hit by Sandy

12/14/2012 07:39 AM

Sandy’s impact on small businesses

The U.S. Senate held a hearing to look at the toll Sandy took on small businesses. More than a quarter million small businesses in New York were impacted by the storm and if they don't get help soon, lawmakers worry they may never be able to open back up. Erin Billups has more.

Sandy’s impact on small businesses

12/13/2012 08:11 PM

Senate coalition announces Sandy relief plan

State lawmakers announced a new bi-partisan plan to help with Sandy recovery during a tour of the storm ravaged Rockaways. YNN's Zack Fink has the story.

Senate coalition announces Sandy relief plan

12/10/2012 09:17 PM

Deadline to apply for FEMA aid extended

The deadline to apply for FEMA aid from Superstorm Sandy has been extended.

Deadline to apply for FEMA aid extended

12/10/2012 07:49 PM

City, private real estate industry offer housing for those displaced by Sandy

With winter closing in, housing continues to be a major worry for those displaced by Sandy, which prompted city officials to reserve some open apartments for those in need of shelter. YNN's Josh Robin has the details.

City, private real estate industry offer housing for those displaced by Sandy

12/08/2012 12:37 PM

$60 billion request for Sandy aid

Governor Andrew Cuomo says President Obama is asking Congress for $60.4 billion in federal aid for Sandy victims. YNN’s Nick Reisman has more on the announcement.

$60 billion request for Sandy aid

12/07/2012 09:02 PM

Leaders hope relief money for Sandy damage is on the way

White House officials didn’t want to talk about reports that the president is going to ask Congress for far less money for Superstorm Sandy relief than Governor Cuomo and Mayor Bloomberg are hoping for. Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups has the story.

Leaders hope relief money for Sandy damage is on the way

12/05/2012 09:15 PM

House of Representatives holds hearing on Hurricane Sandy

The House of Representatives held its first hearing on Hurricane Sandy, reviewing federal agencies' responses while also looking at New York City's need for housing in the wake of the storm. So will FEMA trailers be coming to the five boroughs? Our Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups has the story.

House of Representatives holds hearing on Hurricane Sandy

12/04/2012 08:18 PM

Cuomo meets with Washington lawmakers to request Sandy relief aid

Gov. Andrew Cuomo made his first trip to Washington D.C. as governor Monday to request assistance in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. YNN's Erin Billups has the story.

Cuomo meets with Washington lawmakers to request Sandy relief aid

12/04/2012 09:52 AM

Officials disagree on how to use federal aid

Even before the federal government decides whether to give the city money to clean up from Sandy, a split is emerging between Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Governor Andrew Cuomo on how they would spend it regarding mass transit. Josh Robin has the story.

Officials disagree on how to use federal aid

12/01/2012 10:45 AM

Governor proposes initiative to help residents hit by Sandy

While awaiting word from Washington about disaster aid, state officials are taking smaller steps to provide relief to people whose homes were damaged by the storm. That includes helping them with work with insurance companies. Thursday, Governor Cuomo announced new regulations to make that process a little easier and a lot faster. Zack Fink has the details.

Governor proposes initiative to help residents hit by Sandy

11/29/2012 08:52 PM

Bloomberg courts federal lawmakers to secure money for Sandy recovery

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg headed to Washington to lobby for federal disaster aid for New York. Both Bloomberg and Governor Cuomo promised to meet with Congressional leaders to ask for assistance. Bloomberg packed in several meetings during his visit and our Erin Billups reports on what he had to say.

Bloomberg courts federal lawmakers to secure money for Sandy recovery

11/29/2012 08:29 AM

Cuomo meets with officials to review damage assessment from Sandy

Governor Andrew Cuomo says the total for damage caused by Superstorm Sandy is now estimated at $41 billion.

Cuomo meets with officials to review damage assessment from Sandy

11/26/2012 04:40 PM

NYC mayor announces help for businesses hurt by Sandy

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has announced more help for small businesses ravaged by Superstorm Sandy.

NYC mayor announces help for businesses hurt by Sandy

11/24/2012 11:55 AM

FEMA opens Disaster Registration Centers

FEMA is working hard to make their presence known in the Hudson Valley.

FEMA opens Disaster Registration Centers

11/23/2012 10:18 AM