News in Albany

Albany Nepalese community holds vigil as Rasuwa flood casualties rise
With rescue efforts underway and casualty numbers increasing by the day, many Nepalis in the Capital Region, much like the Nepalis back in Kathmandu, say there is an air of worry and sadness as they watch and wait.

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.

Six Albany-area nonprofits receive funding from opioid settlement fund
Six Albany-area non-profit organizations focused on addiction services are receiving grants totaling $518,000 from Albany County's opioid settlement fund.

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.