Albany news, fast and focused
Local reporters and feeds
The news search aggregates reporting, press releases, and official statements about Albany. Use it to follow city government, local schools, public safety, business developments, and community events.
Latest News
AFP Responds to Governor Hochul's State of the State
18+ hour, 30+ min ago (266+ words) ALBANY, NY " Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement following Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address. AFP North East Region Director Ross Connolly said: "From sky-high taxes and energy costs to the ongoing housing crisis and…...
Legislators and organizations weigh in on Hochul's State of the State
21+ hour, 20+ min ago (552+ words) Gov. Kathy Hochul delivered her fifth State of the State address on Tuesday, focusing on her pledge to lower prices for child and health care, utilities and insurance. Gov. Hochul also took on topics such as immigration, energy, child care,…...
NY Governor Hochul announces crackdown on auto fraud, excess home insurance profits
21+ hour, 26+ min ago (64+ words) NY Governor Hochul announces crackdown on auto fraud, excess home insurance profits'Insurance Insider US NY Governor Hochul announces crackdown on auto fraud, excess home insurance profits Insurance has been an increasingly salient issue among politicians in the state. or continue…...
Borrello, Palmesano react to Governor Hochul's "State of the State"
22+ hour, 51+ min ago (418+ words) Home " Borrello, Palmesano react to Governor Hochul's "State of the State" From the Office of NY State Senator Borrello, the Office of NY State Assemblyman Phil Palmesano Statement from Senator George Borrello on Governor Hochul's State of the State Address…...
State of The State 2026: Governor Hochul Announces Sweeping Auto Insurance Reforms to Cut Costs for Working Families
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (1207+ words) In a major win for working families across New York City's immigrant and working-class neighborhoods, Governor Kathy Hochul today unveiled comprehensive auto insurance reforms during her 2026 State of the State address, designed to crack down on fraud and dramatically reduce…...
State of the State: Opinions vary over Hochul's address
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (258+ words) State of the State: Opinions vary over Hochul's address'TheDailyNewsOnline.com Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers 2026 State of the State Address in Albany. ALBANY " Opinions varied dramatically Tuesday in the hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul's annual State of the State address. Hochul…...
New York Governor Hochul Vows to Tackle Insurance Affordability, Litigation and Fraud
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (1016+ words) New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an agenda aimed at making New York more affordable that includes fighting auto insurance fraud and mandating property insurance discounts for mitigation efforts. In her 2026 State of the State address, Hochul vowed to crack…...
Wednesday's Headlines: Hochul Has Her Say Edition
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (384+ words) The "State of the State" is Mamdani " but Hochul is still the governor. Plus more news. 12:01 AM EST on January 14, 2026 Mayor Mamdani pictured applauding the governor during her "State of the State" speech on Tuesday. The State of the State…...
Hochul's promises could make a dent for New Yorkers
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (296+ words) Gov. Kathy Hochul delivers her State of the State speech in Albany on'Tuesday. Credit: Newsday / Steve Pfost Gov. Kathy Hochul used her State of the State address Tuesday to make some big promises on consequential issues, from child care to…...
Local Legislators React to Governor Hochul's 2026 State of the State Address
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (367+ words) UTICA, N.Y -- From the cost of living to nuclear energy, Governor Hochul's State of the State address looked at the state's development for the years to come. In her remarks, Hochul said, "I am so proud to stand before today…...