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Times Union @timesunion.com · 36m

Albany International Airport was among airports nationwide playing a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem blaming Congressional Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

Albany airport yanks Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

Albany International Airport was among airports nationwide playing a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem blaming Congressional Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 1h

Matthew Mardon was killed last month in a car crash. His teammates at Empire State Kickball League remember him for his selflessness and competitive spirit.

Matthew Mardon was killed in a car crash. At his kickball league, his memory lives on

Matthew Mardon was killed last month in a car crash. His teammates at Empire State Kickball League remember him for his selflessness and competitive spirit.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 2h

Town Supervisor Jack Conway wants to build a new police station on unused, grassy land near Luther Road that belongs to the East Greenbush Community Library.

Possible eminent domain looms over library property in East Greenbush

Town Supervisor Jack Conway wants to build a new police station on unused, grassy land near Luther Road that belongs to the East Greenbush Community Library.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 3h

Public defender Kara Gerry is challenging incumbent Edward T. McLoughlin in what’s become a contentious election for the county court bench.

Voters weigh money, ethics and values in Dutchess County judge race

Public defender Kara Gerry is challenging incumbent Edward T. McLoughlin in what’s become a contentious election for the county court bench.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 3h

Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that New York falsely stated Anmol only had one name.

DHS says New York falsely stated immigrant's CDL was legal

Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that New York falsely stated Anmol only had one name.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 4h

Protests against the Trump administration are planned at more than 20 locations between Glens Falls and Ossining.

Here’s what to know about Saturday’s ‘No Kings’ rallies upstate

Protests against the Trump administration are planned at more than 20 locations between Glens Falls and Ossining.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 5h

The union has support from nearly 30 tenants in addition to advocates and elected officials.

Tenants of The Amsdell in Albany unionize, call for improved living conditions

The union has support from nearly 30 tenants in addition to advocates and elected officials.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 6h

MVP Health Care of Schenectady is among the local health insurers that have made changes this year to its Medicare product lineup.

MVP also among local insurers with changes to Medicare plans

MVP Health Care of Schenectady is among the local health insurers that have made changes this year to its Medicare product lineup.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 7h

“Taken together, these two reports show the grid is at a significant inflection point,” said Zach Smith, a senior vice president with the New York Independent System Operator.

NY's electric grid operator warns of looming 'reliability shortfalls'

“Taken together, these two reports show the grid is at a significant inflection point,” said Zach Smith, a senior vice president with the New York Independent System Operator.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 8h

In the latest restaurant news, Tori Taiyaki has opened in Colonie Center serving Japanese street food, and the vegan eatery Unbeetable is closing in Schenectady.

Japanese street-food spot opens in Colonie Center, and more news

In the latest restaurant news, Tori Taiyaki has opened in Colonie Center serving Japanese street food, and the vegan eatery Unbeetable is closing in Schenectady.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 8h

Lead Long-Range Expert Paul Pastelok has many things to consider in his winter crystal ball before coming up with a seasonal forecast, including ocean temperatures and a La Niña.

One of the nation’s largest private weather firms weighs in on the Northeast’s winter forecast

Lead Long-Range Expert Paul Pastelok has many things to consider in his winter crystal ball before coming up with a seasonal forecast, including ocean temperatures and a La Niña.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 9h

A local substitute teacher's case nearly made every substitute teacher in New York state eligible for unemployment benefits.

Unemployment for substitute teachers? Appellate court says no

A local substitute teacher's case nearly made every substitute teacher in New York state eligible for unemployment benefits.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 10h

Brooke Lilley, a junior guard who starred at Guilderland the last two years, has transferred to Darrow School to play against top New England prep competition.

Guilderland's Brooke Lilley seeks step up in competition in transfer to Darrow School

Brooke Lilley, a junior guard who starred at Guilderland the last two years, has transferred to Darrow School to play against top New England prep competition.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 11h

The United States Geological Survey reports a preliminary magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck early Tuesday near Chazy.

Magnitude 2.6 earthquake strikes near Chazy

The United States Geological Survey reports a preliminary magnitude 2.6 earthquake struck early Tuesday near Chazy.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 12h

With more than 40% of Thanksgiving diners expected to go out for their holiday meal or order takeout of full dinners or sides, many restaurants Capital Region restaurants and caterers provide...