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Paterson warns of late state budget

Governor Paterson says we shouldn't expect a state budget agreement any time soon, as he has yet to receive budget proposals from either legislative chamber. Our Erin Billups has more.

Updated 8:50 PM

Youth leadership conference

Dozens of teen activists gathered in Albany to support sex education in state schools. The event was part of the annual Youth Leadership Conference hosted by the Family Planning Advocates of New York.

03/15/2010 08:07 PM

Hikers rescued, but one dies

One hiker is dead and another says he's are lucky to be alive after being lost in the Catskill Mountains since Friday.

Updated 6:36 PM

Testimony continues in Steven Raucci trial

More testimony in the Steven Raucci Trial Monday as a witness takes the stand saying the former Schenectady School District employee vandalized his home. Our Steve Ference joined us from Schenectady with more on the day's developments.

Updated 6:05 PM

Soda tax unlikely to pass

A proposed new tax on sugary drinks appears unlikely to pass the state Senate, despite passionate campaigning by New York Gov. David Paterson and his health commissioner.

Updated 5:58 PM

Police: Partying teens cause $200,000 in damage to home

An out of control party at an unoccupied house leaves the house in shambles and lands a number of teens in trouble with the law. Our Erin Connolly has more.

Updated 5:32 PM

Columbia County sex abuse arrest

A man is facing charges of sex abuse arrest in Columbia County.

03/15/2010 05:16 PM

20 arrested in weekend DWI blanket patrol

The results are in from the weekend's DWI blanket patrol in Albany County. In total, 20 drivers were arrested for driving drunk and one other was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs.

03/15/2010 05:05 PM

Kurver Kreme opens

One of the first signs that spring is near. The Kurver Kreme on Central Avenue in Colonie is officially open for the season.

03/15/2010 04:59 PM

Teenager shot at MLK Apartments

Troy police continue to investigate a shooting that left one teenager hurt.

03/15/2010 02:33 PM

Jury selection pushed back in double murder trial

Jury selection in the trial of the two men accused of murdering a Brunswick couple back in 2002 has been pushed back to April 26.

03/15/2010 02:28 PM

Census 2010: Community leaders want to make sure everyone is counted

Expect to see a census form in your mailbox as the U.S. Census Bureau started mailing out millions of questionnaires nationwide. Local community leaders are making sure everyone is counted. Our Dayana Perez has the story.

03/15/2010 02:13 PM

Former Siena star close to a deal with the Heat

While this year's Siena team gets ready for Friday's matchup against Purdue, one of the heroes from last year's team is apparently ready to take his game to the next level. A source tells us that former Siena star Kenny Hasbrouck is very close to signing with the Miami Heat in the NBA.

Updated 1:09 PM

Former congressman looks to challenge Senate Gillibrand

Another challenger has emerged in the U.S. Senate race. In an exclusive interview with YNN's Ryan Burgess, former Congressman Joe DioGuardi explains why he believes he's the right choice to replace Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

03/15/2010 10:32 AM

Real estate sales up

Realtors say bad weather is a big deterrent for potential homebuyers to get out and look. But as our Erin Vannella reports, thanks to a spring preview in late winter, buyers are out and sales are up.

Updated 9:20 AM

Church celebrates last St. Patrick's Day mass

It was the end of an era on Sunday as Saint Patrick's Church celebrated its last St. Patrick's Day mass. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany announced last year that it will close 33 worship sites throughout the region and Saint Patrick's is on the list.

Updated 8:56 AM

Wind causes severe damage in Averill Park

Saturday was a busy day for emergency crews throughout the Capital Region. Severe winds caused thousands of power outages, leaving damage to roads, homes and cars. Our Matt Hunter caught up with a few people going through the cleanup process in Averill Park.

Updated 8:32 AM

Fire destroys home in Nassau

Firefighters had their hands full Sunday afternoon as they battled a three-alarm fire in a remote section of the Town of Nassau.

Updated 7:57 AM

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Updated 7:40 AM

Saints heading to Spokane to face Purdue in NCAA Tournament

We already knew the Siena Saints were going to the NCAA Tournament, Sunday night we found out where they were going and who they would face. Sports Director Joe Calderone was there when the Saints learned their post season fate.

03/15/2010 07:02 AM