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DA: Sch'dy police used justified physical force in shooting of Luis Rivera

A grand jury finds Schenectady police used "justified physical force" when they fatally shot Luis Rivera during a confrontation in August 2011.

Updated 1:05 PM

Mechanicville Marine laid to rest today

A Mechanicville Marine who died while serving in Afghanistan will be laid to rest today. Megan Cruz has more on the funeral of Lance Corporal Anthony Denier.

7:45 AM

Niskayuna looking at closing Van Antwerp Middle School

Hundreds of parents showed up to a meeting about possibly closing a middle school in the Niskayuna School District. Innae Park has more on the meeting to discuss the possible closing of Van Antwerp Middle School.

Updated 12/10/2012 10:58 PM

Schumer on revitalizing Schenectady

Touring the Empire State to help rebuild what's falling down, Senator Charles Schumer stopped in Schenectady to check on its progress and offer an encouraging word. YNN's Erin Vannella was there and tells us more.

Updated 12/10/2012 10:23 PM

Cuomo announces 74,000 job openings through Jobs Express

Governor Andrew Cuomo announces some good news for job seekers.

11:25 AM

Fiscal cliff could impact businesses, consumers

With the deadline to make a decision regarding the so called fiscal cliff looming, our Beth Croughan has more on what the impact could be on small businesses and their customers.

Updated 12/10/2012 06:28 PM

Local organization in need of toys for children

After years of relying on Toys for Tots to help provide Christmas gifts for Troy's neediest children, a local organization is now scrambling for donations. YNN's Lori Chung has more on how Pastor Willie Bacote is hoping overcome the shortfall.

12/10/2012 06:50 PM

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12:40 PM

'Beekman Boys' win 'Amazing Race'

Schoharie County

They raced through countries all over the world and now they're attracting thousands right here to their home in Schoharie County. Local celebrity couple known as “The Beekman Boys” were the announced winners of the CBS show "The Amazing Race" and as YNN's Maria Valvanis explains, employees at their Sharon Springs gift shop are struggling to keep up with all their new fans.

Updated 12/10/2012 06:21 PM

Boys' basketball: Coaches vs. Cancer

The Coaches vs. Cancer tournament wrapped up Sunday in Waterford and raised $7,100 for the American Cancer Society. Chatham beat Waterford, 55-45.

Girls' basketball: Coaches vs. Cancer

In the Coaches vs. Cancer tournament, Duanesburg beat Waterford, 42-31.

Senate coalition announces Sandy relief plan

State lawmakers announced a new bi-partisan plan to help with Sandy recovery during a tour of the storm ravaged Rockaways. YNN's Zack Fink has the story.

12/10/2012 09:17 PM

Chelsea Clinton generates speculation of possible run for office

With the 2012 election behind us, a lot of political chatter has now been on who will run for 2016. There's a lot of speculation that includes New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, but former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton has been making a lot of appearances in the political scene. Grace Rauh has more.

12/10/2012 07:45 PM

Woman accused of stealing from elderly woman

Police have arrested a Ballston Spa woman they say stole $35,000 from an elderly woman.

12/10/2012 08:54 PM

Body of fallen Marine from Mechanicville returns home

Friends, family and community members remember 26-year-old Marine Lance Corporal Anthony Denier in his hometown of Mechanicville. YNN's Matt Hunter was outside the VFW post where folks are lining up to pay their respects.

Updated 12/10/2012 06:34 PM

Albany officials reminding residents new parking system begins January 15th

Parking permits for residents in several of Albany's neighborhoods don't go into effect until next month, but officials are reminding people to get their new parking permits beforehand.

12/10/2012 02:16 PM

Loeser sentenced to state prison

The Clifton Park man who pleaded guilty to several charges, including sexual abuse, has been sentenced to more than 20 years in state prison.

Updated 12/10/2012 05:26 PM

Recipe: Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Rustic cold weather treat!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Money Matters: Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

A new grassroots organization is working to help small businesses recover after Sandy. Shazia Khan has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Money Matters: </em></span>Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

Tech Beat: Helmsley Building to be lit every night with new energy efficient lighting system

One of New York City's and one of the world's most recognizable buildings, 230 Park Avenue, also known as The Helmsley Building, will, for the first time, be lit up every night. But the building won't just be lit with any lights. Our Adam Balkin has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tech Beat: </em></span>Helmsley Building to be lit every night with new energy efficient lighting system

The Car Coach: 2013 Audi S-Line

Ultra-light and ultra-efficient sports sedans with excellent performance are very popular.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>2013 Audi S-Line

Tone Up: Advanced wall pushups

If you work out a lot, sometimes you get bored and you need something crazy to mix it up. Today, we have a crazy exercise for you, but it's a little bit more advanced. Marcie Fraser has more in today's Tone Up.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Advanced wall pushups

Tech Beat: WiiU to shape TV-watching experience, too

More information is coming out about the WiiU, Nintendo's next-generation video game console, including ways how it will change your TV-watching experience. YNN's Adam Balkin filed the following report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tech Beat: </em></span>WiiU to shape TV-watching experience, too

Rep. Owens talks Farm Bill

Talk of the fiscal cliff has overshadowed the fact that there is still no Farm Bill in place in Washington, D.C. Congressman Bill Owens says the reason the bill has not been acted on since the election is because Congress wants to include it in the deal that addresses the fiscal cliff.