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Human remains found in Sparrowbush

Orange County

An investigation is underway after human remains were found in Sparrowbush.

Updated 3:22 PM

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

New York

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

Police investigating heroin deaths

Middletown

Police in Middletown are investigating several deaths in the city they say appear to be linked to heroin.

3:27 PM

18th Congressional District candidates participate in debate

The candidates for the new 18th Congressional District took part in a YNN sponsored debate at Marist College in Poughkeepsie. As Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman reports, both Republican Congresswoman Nan Hayworth and Democrat Sean Patrick Maloney used the time to reintroduce themselves to voters.

Updated 10:24 AM

Area activist dies in car crash

A well-known activist from Sullivan County died in a car crash Monday as he was heading home from a pro-fracking rally in Albany.

1:03 PM

Public hearing on future of the Dutchess County Jail

After a criminal justice council report determined Dutchess County needs a bigger jail, many at a public hearing say they have bigger concerns. YNN's John Wagner has more.

8:45 AM

Newburgh Police continue shooting homicide investigation

Newburgh Police continue their investigation into the shooting death of Justin Doctor, 23. YNN's Alexandra Weishaupt has more on what police call an ongoing problem in the city.

Updated 10/15/2012 05:38 PM

Federal hearing begin for Indian Point license renewal

New York State and other environmental groups take legal action against the company that runs the Indian Point power plant. A federal hearing began Monday on a license renewal application. As YNN'S Elaina Athans explains, the stakes are high for those involved in the proceeding and those who are not.

Updated 10/15/2012 07:19 PM

Sugar and sweets can harm teeth

With Halloween just about two weeks away, stores are filled with everything you need to fulfill your sweet tooth. That's why some dentists say it's important to keep a few things in mind when it comes to protecting your teeth. Our Brad Vivacqua has more.

7:44 AM

Supporters of hydrofracking rally at the Capitol

Supporters of the controversial gas drilling practice hydrofracking gather in Albany for a rally. They want the governor to reverse the moratorium on fracking, saying it could bring jobs and other economic benefits to the area. Megan Cruz has the latest from the Capitol.

Updated 10/15/2012 04:21 PM

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12:26 PM

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.