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Traffic stop on I-90 leads to foot chase and three arrests

Three people were arrested following a traffic stop and foot chase along I-90 in Albany on Thursday night.

Updated 4:53 PM

KFC on Delaware Avenue robbed at gunpoint

Albany police are investigating an armed robbery at the KFC on Delaware Avenue.

11/20/2009 04:29 PM

New guidelines for cervical cancer testing

Health issues are in the headlines again. First it was a change in screenings for breast cancer and now there are new guidelines for cervical cancer tests. Health reporter Marcie Fraser the details.

11/20/2009 03:57 PM

Scotia post office removed from consolidation list

The post office on Mohawk Avenue in Scotia will remain open. Rep. Paul Tonko said the branch has been removed from the U.S. Postal Service's list of retail stations and branches that are under review for possible consolidation.

11/20/2009 01:42 PM

Prosecution rests in Joe Bruno trial

The federal corruption trial of former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno continued in Albany today with the prosecution resting after calling one of their key witnesses to the stand, businessman Jared Abbruzzese. Steve Ference has the details.

Updated 1:05 PM

New plans presented for Albany Convention Center

A state-of-the-art model and a more cost-effective plan for the Albany Convention Center project was presented to the ACCA board on Friday.

11/20/2009 12:29 PM

Local H1N1 vaccination clinics offered

H1N1 vaccination clinics are being offered to residents throughout the Capital Region. The clinics are focused on providing the vaccine for priority groups.

Updated 9:41 AM

Unemployment hits 9 percent in New York

Unemployment in New York State remains at a 26-year high. According to the Labor Department the jobless rate was nine percent last month. That's up from 8.9 percent in September.

11/20/2009 06:42 AM

How Court of Appeals decision could affect same-sex marriage debate

In a decision this week, the New York State Court of Appeals upheld that state and county governments acted within their rights when they offered benefits to same-sex couples married out of state. The court held that the government had discretion to do this because it can extend benefits to domestic partners. But how, if at all, does this affect the same-sex marriage debate in New York, especially when it comes to the legislature? Our Britt Godshalk reports.

Updated 6:17 AM

Albany County H1N1 vaccination clinics now full

Two upcoming H1N1 vaccination clinics in Albany County are now closed. County officials said all appointments have been filled for the clinics scheduled for Nov. 22 at the Times Union Center and Nov. 24 at Berne-Knox-Westerlo Elementary School.

Updated 6:08 AM

Friar Tuck Inn sold at auction

Caterpillar has bought the Friar Tuck Inn in Catskill. The same company that builds construction equipment came out on top Thursday during an auction at the Greene County resort.

Updated 6:08 AM

Fans line up for New Moon premier

Vampire and werewolves fans line up at area theaters to see the highly anticipated second movie in the "Twilight" series. The lines began forming at 2:30 p.m. Thursday for a midnight premiere of "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" at Regal Cinemas at Crossgates Mall.

Updated 6:07 AM

State leaders getting closer to deal

State leaders are closer, but still far from the magic number that will close the state's budget gap. The Governor and legislative leaders met once again Thursday to try and reach an agreement on the deficit reduction plan. As our Erin Billups reports, lawmakers are headed home for the weekend and will try to tackle the budget gap again Monday.

Updated 6:07 AM

Third week of Bruno trial

The third week of the corruption trial for former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno is winding down. The prosecution is also wrapping up its case. Prosecutors only have a few witnesses left to call to the stand before it's the defense's turn. Steve Ference has more.

Updated 6:07 AM

Has Giuliani decided not to run for governor?

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani's camp is denying reports that he's decided whether or not he'll challenge Governor David Paterson in 2010. Grace Ruah has the details.

Updated 6:07 AM

Arrest in liquor store robbery

Schenectady Police have made an arrest in a September liquor store robbery.

11/19/2009 10:56 PM

State unemployment rate reaches nine percent

New York's unemployment rate has reached nine percent. State labor department officials say that's the highest level since April of 1983.

11/19/2009 07:31 PM

Another successful year for Mayor's Fall Drop Off

Hundreds of kids will be staying warm this winter thanks to some generous donations made during Albany's fourth annual Mayor's Fall Drop Off.

11/19/2009 04:47 PM

New program will aid businesses, farms affected by bridge closure

Farms and businesses affected by the closure of the Lake Champlain Bridge will now be able to receive assistance from the state with the creation of a nearly $3 million economic assistance program.

11/19/2009 04:03 PM

Senator: FAA needs resources to prevent glitches

New York Senator Charles Schumer says the Federal Aviation Administration needs more resources to prevent problems like the computer glitch that's causing cancellations and flight delays nationwide.

11/19/2009 01:17 PM

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