Local News in Albany County

Pioneer Valley primary round-up with WMP&I’s Matt Szafranski

Amid statewide contests, like Sen. Ed Markey besting Congressman Seth Moulton in the Democratic Senate primary, western Mass. was home to a number of primaries over seats on Beacon Hill.WAMC kept track of those races Tuesday night, as did Western Mass Politics and Insight…

Outspent, but not outmatched: How Tara Jacobs upset the Mass. Dem establishment again

Tara Jacobs cruised in Tuesday's Democratic primary as she seeks a third two-year term as the western Massachusetts representative on the Governor's Council.

Morning Headlines with Melissa Manno, Education Reporter at New York Focus, 9/2/26

WAMC’s David Guistina in conversation with Melissa Manno, Education Reporter at New York Focus, about New York state students losing stamina to read full books.

Rep. Neal fends off progressive primary challenger as Mass. Dem seeks 20th term

Massachusetts Congressman Richard Neal will once again face Nadia Milleron come November after the Democrat won Tuesday's primary over a progressive challenger.

Jacobs defends Governor's Council seat against Fenton in Mass. Dem. primary

Governor's Council District 8 representative Tara Jacobs has represented much of Western Massachusetts on the body that advises the governor on issues including pardons and judicial appointments since 2022.

Minogue captures Mass. Republican gubernatorial primary

Come November, voters in Massachusetts will have to choose from incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey and Republican Mike Minogue in this year's gubernatorial contest.

Sen. Markey tops Moulton in Mass. Democratic primary in bid for third term

Incumbent U.S. Sen. Ed Markey has coasted to victory in the Massachusetts U.S. Senate Democratic Primary over challenger U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton.

Demo of Albany warehouse that has become eyesore set to begin

Until now, the demolition of Albany's Central Warehouse has been held up by court challenges, logistical problems and permitting issues.

Albany County temporary kratom ban goes into effect

Reporters who covered Schoharie limo crash discuss saga as it draws to close

Times Union reporter Larry Rulison has followed the Schoharie limo crash closer than any reporter. WAMC's Lucas Willard spoke with him about the tragedy and its legacy.

Registration now open for 2026 New York State Salt Summit

Policymakers and science professionals will gather to advance road salt safety protections in October in Albany

Albany Progressives Push ‘State of Yes’ Zoning Reforms, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

A group of state lawmakers and advocates are rallying around a slate of 32 bills aimed at addressing New York's housing shortage, including legislation that would require local towns and cities to contribute their "fair share" of new housing.