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Hoffman skeptical of 23rd Congressional election vote tally

NORTH COUNTRY

The election may have been two weeks ago, but controversy still surrounds the results in the 23rd Congressional district. Conservative candidate Doug Hoffman wants to check the election vote tallies. And he's asking his supporters to donate to the cause. As our Sarah Hagen tells us, Hoffman's latest move is upsetting democrats and republicans alike.

Updated 6:08 AM

New program will aid businesses, farms affected by bridge closure

ESSEX COUNTY

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

Autopsy confirms plane crash victims' identities

ESSEX COUNTY

Authorities have confirmed the identities of the two men killed in a plane crash in the Adirondacks. Dan Wills, 48, of North Bangor, and Ronald Rouselle, 66, of Malone, were flying from Saratoga to Malone on Sunday when their single engine aircraft went down.

11/18/2009 06:27 PM

Contractor drowns in the Hudson

GLENS FALLS

A contractor for General Electric has died in a boating accident on the upper Hudson River. State Police say it happened just after 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Updated 11/18/2009 07:17 PM

Ferry construction project moves forward

ESSEX COUNTY

Construction on a ferry to temporarily transport commuters until the Champlain Bridge is replaced could start this week.

Updated 11/18/2009 05:58 AM

Testimony wraps up in Joe Bruno trial

Week three of the federal corruption trial of former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno wrapped up in Albany Friday with both the prosecution and defense resting their cases. Closings arguments are expected on Monday. Steve Ference has the details.

Updated 5:49 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

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

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

High school football preview

The high school football season is almost wrapped up. Four section two teams and one team from the North Country are still battling for titles.

Brendan Harris visits Albany

Brendan Harris grew up in Queensbury, dreaming of playing major league baseball. But it was more than dreams that took him to William and Mary and eventually to the Big Leagues. Thursday night, Harris was in town telling youngsters how they can follow in his footsteps.

River Rats 5, Crunch 2

The Albany River Rats hosted the Syracuse Crunch at the Times Union Center on Wednesday. The River Rats get the win, 5-2. Joe Calderone has highlights.

Initial health care vote set for Saturday

The Senate has a test vote on a health care reform bill scheduled for Saturday night.

11/20/2009 01:24 PM

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

FAA says flight computers working again

FAA officials say failed computers that delayed flights across the country are now working again. The air traffic controllers union says the computer failure involved both of the Federal Aviation Administration's computer centers in Salt Lake City and Atlanta.

11/19/2009 11:52 AM

Cash for your gold

No matter where you turn these days, seems someone wants to buy your gold. Even local jewelers are getting in on the trade. So if you're thinking about selling but are still a little skeptical, our Leah George and photojournalist Todd Krupa have some advice.

11/18/2009 09:09 PM

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Hoffman skeptical of 23rd Congressional election vote tally

New program will aid businesses, farms affected by bridge closure

Autopsy confirms plane crash victims' identities

Contractor drowns in the Hudson

Ferry construction project moves forward

Testimony wraps up in Joe Bruno trial

New guidelines for cervical cancer testing

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

New plans presented for Albany Convention Center

High school football preview

Brendan Harris visits Albany

River Rats 5, Crunch 2

Initial health care vote set for Saturday

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

FAA says flight computers working again

Cash for your gold

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