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Breaking News: Family identifies body found in Greenwich as that of Jesse Cale

Greenwich

Friends and family have identified a body found in Greenwich Thursday afternoon as 18-year-old Jesse Cale.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Breaking News: </em></span>Family identifies body found in Greenwich as that of Jesse Cale

Updated 4:29 PM

Adirondack Pub and Brewery raises a glass to new expansion

Lake George

When the doors first opened 13 years ago, the Adirondack Brewery was a spot known mostly to locals and summer tourists. But as YNN's Matt Hunter reports, the brew pub's recent expansion is proof the brewery's unique variety of beer has reached a much larger audience.

Adirondack Pub and Brewery raises a glass to new expansion

Updated 4:12 PM

36th annual State Police awards ceremony

Albany

New York State Police presented awards for bravery at the 36th annual memorial and awards ceremony in Albany. About three dozen troopers, investigators and civilian employees were honored. Lori Chung has more.

36th annual State Police awards ceremony

Updated 3:33 PM

Martin Kimber indicted

Albany

The U.S. Attorney's office has announced the indictment of the Ulster County man accused of planting mercury at Albany Medical Center.

Martin Kimber indicted

Updated 3:50 PM

Bear released back into the wild

Rensselaer County

A bear that spent all day Wednesday in a tree in North Greenbush has been released back into the wild.

Bear released back into the wild

4:11 PM

Pittsfield charter review panel

What will ultimately become a charter review committee for the City of Pittsfield is now taking shape. The city council has adopted a set of recommendations for the panel, which will be charged with updating the city's charter.

Pittsfield charter review panel

11:29 AM

Massachusetts jobless rate continues to drop

More jobs in Massachusetts are helping to lower the unemployment rate there. That's according to state officials who say the Bay State added more than 31,000 jobs in the first four months of 2012.

11:49 AM

Marking 8 years of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts

The Bay State marks eight years since becoming the first state to legalize same-sex marriage. The Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling took effect on May 17th, 2004.

7:24 AM

Town voters approve housing trust

Voters in Williamstown approve a housing trust advocates say will tackle a problem brewing for years. And with last summer's damage to the Spruces Mobile Home Park, they say building affordable housing has become even more of a priority. Berkshire County reporter Brandon Walker has more.

Updated 05/16/2012 05:56 PM

Pittsfield man found guilty of rape

A Pittsfield man has been found guilty of rape.

05/16/2012 03:08 PM

Town approves construction of new fire house

As New Yorkers voted on school budgets Tuesday, across the border, several Berkshire County towns approved new select boards and made decisions on other financial allocations. Our Brandon Walker visited the Town of Peru where voters there have decided it's time to save its fire department from sinking, literally.

Updated 05/15/2012 10:32 PM

Muir pleads not guilty to rape charges

A former school councilor has been arraigned on charges he sexually abused three girls at school.

05/15/2012 05:39 PM

PAL hosts annual track and field meet

The Albany Police Athletic League hosted its annual track and field meet on Thursday.

PAL hosts annual track and field meet

Updated 3:52 PM

Suspicious men attempt to enter home in Schenectady

Schenectady Police say two men have been approaching homes in the city claiming to be from the water department.

Suspicious men attempt to enter home in Schenectady

4:00 PM

Principal at Schuyler Achievement Academy passes away

The Albany school district is mourning the death of one of its long time employees.

Principal at Schuyler Achievement Academy passes away

4:44 PM

Two arrested in counterfeit scam

An 18-year-old Mayfield woman and her boyfriend were arrested in connection with a counterfeit scam at a Target store in the Town of Amsterdam that the boyfriend works at.

Two arrested in counterfeit scam

Updated 3:54 PM

Men's lacrosse: Cortland vs. Union

After spending the first two rounds of the NCAA's at home, the Union Dutchmen were on the road Wednesday to take on the second ranked team in the country in D-III men's lacrosse.

Men's lacrosse: Cortland vs. Union

High school softball highlights from 5/16

There were a couple softball games across the Capital Region on Wednesday. Columbia and Colonie battled it out while Shen and Shaker were caught in a low scoring affair.

High school softball highlights from 5/16

Citi Field to host All-Star Game in 2013

It will be an all-star-studded event at the Mets home field next year as officials announce that Citi Field will be the site of the 2013 All-Star Game.

Citi Field to host All-Star Game in 2013

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

Updated 05/15/2012 10:07 PM

Weekend Buzz: May 18-20

Check out what's going on around the Capital Region this weekend. Laura Daniels from B95.5 has your Weekend Buzz.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Weekend Buzz: </em></span>May 18-20

The Car Coach: Taking care of your car’s engine

You may not realize that cleaning your engine can lengthen its life, help it run cooler, and allow you to find problems easier. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, explains.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>Taking care of your car’s engine

Tone Up: Shaping your legs

You may be familiar with the abductor and adductor machine. Some people use it because they think it will help them get thinner legs. If you want to change your legs, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a more helpful exercise.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Shaping your legs

Getaway Guy: Waterfall Getaways

Waterfalls in New york State are always fun to see. And they're even more fun when they're free! I have a few ideas that make nice getaways this spring.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy: </em></span> Waterfall Getaways

Recipe: Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

A tasty vegetarian egg noodle soup!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

The estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was found dead at her home in Bedford Wednesday afternoon.

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

05/16/2012 09:39 PM

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

05/16/2012 03:54 PM