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Head-on crash shuts down Rte. 136 in N. Greenbush

North Greenbush

State Route 136 is shut down following a head-on collision on Williams Road in the Town of North Greenbush.

Head-on crash shuts down Rte. 136 in N. Greenbush

3:47 PM

Crews cleaning up after Fort Ann rock slide

Washington County

Crews are back on the scene of a massive rock slide in Washington County. Boulders crashed into Route 4 in Fort Ann on Monday. Our Brooke Selby has the latest.

Updated 11:50 AM

Center for Law and Justice issues report on war on drugs

Albany

The Center for Law and Justice has issued a report taking a look at the impact the war on drugs has had on African American men in the City of Albany. Our Lori Chung joined us from Albany with more on the report.

Updated 3:07 PM

National Guardsmen off to Antarctica

Ozone depletion, global warming, climate change - all are subjects scientists are studying right now in Antarctica. But did you know the New York Air National Guard is an integral part of this research? Twenty-four guardsmen took off Tuesday for the frigid continent, in a mission dubbed "Operation Deep Freeze."

2:57 PM

Obama and Romney to take part in town hall-style debate

Tonight voters will get to ask their questions directly to President Barack Obama and GOP nominee Mitt Romney. This second presidential debate is town hall style and will be held on Long Island. Bobby Cuza is on the Hofstra University campus with a preview of tonight's event.

9:08 AM

Damien Center wins new vehicle in Toyota competition

A local non-profit organization gets some new wheels after winning a national competition.

2:55 PM

Catholics heading to Rome for Canonization of Kateri Tekakwitha

Catholics throughout the Capital Region are heading to Rome Tuesday to celebrate the Canonization of Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint.

3:03 PM

Mayor Jennings gives annual chamber address

The Albany Colonie Regional Chamber re-arranges some furniture to bring a new approach to the mayor's annual address.

11:38 AM

National Guard mission heading to Antarctica

The New York Air National Guard's 109th Airlift Wing will soon head to Antarctica as part of the group's annual support for the National Science Foundation.

8:57 AM

Violent police activity the topic of North Central Community Meeting

Some people in Troy say they've seen some violent police activity in the city, and community leaders are calling for a board to look into the police department's operations. Troy's mayor and police chief were at a meeting Monday evening to discuss residents’ concerns. Innae Park reports.

Updated 10/15/2012 10:09 PM

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12:21 PM

Siena women ready to start anew

The Siena women's basketball team is looking to surprise some people in the MAAC this year. The Saints have a new head coach are are coming off a few rough seasons.

UAlbany football team moves up in poll

The UAlbany football team has moved up two spots in the FCS Coaches Poll.

Jeter undergoes medical tests as Tigers maul Yankees

Hours before the New York Yankees lost their second American League Championship Series game to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, Yankees manager Joe Girardi told reporters that team captain Derek Jeter was undergoing medical tests on his fractured ankle and wanted his team to keep going.

Obama, Romney preparing for second debate

We're less than 24 hours from the second of three presidential debates. This time, President Obama and Mitt Romney square off at Hofstra University in their second debate. YNN's Josh Robin has a preview from Long Island.

Updated 10/15/2012 08:53 PM

18th Congressional District Debate: Hayworth vs. Maloney

Watch the YNN-sponsored debate at Marist College between Republican incumbent Nan Hayworth and Democratic challenger Sean Patrick Maloney in the race for the 18th Congressional District.

Updated 10/15/2012 08:01 PM

Pittsfield demonstrates need for more low income housing

A housing complex opened its doors in Pittsfield, offering affordable apartments to low income tenants. As Berkshire County reporter Madeleine Rivera tells us, the opening meets the growing need for affordable housing in Pittsfield.

Updated 10/15/2012 09:33 PM

Yaddo seeking historical landmark status

Some of the world's most accomplished names in art, literature and music all spent time working on their craft in Saratoga Springs. As YNN's Matt Hunter explains, there's a growing push to ensure Yaddo stays open to future generations of artists.

Updated 10/15/2012 05:32 PM

Rock slide in Fort Ann

Emergency crews spent the day on the scene of a rock slide in Fort Ann. Our Brooke Selby has more.

Updated 10/15/2012 04:47 PM

Fulton County job forum

If you've re-written that resume several times and applied to dozens of jobs with no avail, you're not alone. But as YNN's Maria Valvanis explains, the Department of Labor is offering up their services to try and bring unemployment rates down in the Mohawk Valley.