New York Law Makers Move to Decriminalize Adultery
ALBANY, NY — In a significant legislative shift, the state of New York is poised to decriminalize adultery, overturning a law that has branded the act a crime for over a century.…
Schenectady Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Possession
ALBANY, NY – Jeffrey C. Civitello Jr., 24, from Schenectady, New York, has been sentenced to 132 months and a day in prison for his involvement in drug trafficking and firearms offenses.…
New York Law Would Allow Unpaid Workers to Place Leins on Their Deadbeat Bosses
New York Enacts Legislation to Protect Employees from Wage Theft ALBANY, NY—A landmark bill, A00046A, has been introduced to strengthen protections for employees against wage theft in New York. Sponsored by Assemblymember…
New York Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking and Firearms Charges
ALBANY, NEW YORK – Anthony Luizzi, a 24-year-old from Halfmoon, New York, has entered a guilty plea to several charges related to drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession. United States Attorney Carla…
Troy Man Detained on Firearms and Drug Trafficking Charges
ALBANY, NEW YORK – Richawn McClain, a 25-year-old resident of Troy, New York, has been detained following his recent indictment on charges of possessing a firearm in connection with drug trafficking activities.…
Schenectady Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges
United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman; Frank A. Tarentino III, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), New York Division; and Ketty Larco-Ward, Inspector in Charge of the…
New York Dems Shoot Down Compromise Congressional Map In Bid For Friendlier Boundaries
New York Dems Shoot Down Compromise Congressional Map In Bid For Friendlier Boundaries Mary Lou Masters on February 26, 2024 New York’s Democratic-held state legislature voted down a new congressional map on…
New York Extends Statute of Limitations for Unlawful Discrimination Claims to Three Years
ALBANY, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a significant legal change that will extend the statute of limitations for filing unlawful discrimination complaints in New York State. Effective February 15, 2024,…
Two Fugitives Wanted for Murder Captured in Pennsylvania, Connecticut
New Haven, CT – The U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force, in collaboration with the Hartford Police Department and Connecticut State Police, arrested two men today, each wanted for murder charges stemming…
New York Man Arrested for Assaulting Law Enforcement During U.S. Capitol Breach
Washington, D.C. – James Weeks, a 55-year-old resident of Sodus, New York, has been arrested on charges related to his involvement in the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. The…
Overturned Mobile Home Causes Traffic Jam on I-90
ALBANY, NY – On Monday, the New York State Troopers responded to an incident involving an overturned modular home. The incident was reported on I-90 Westbound in the Albany region. The event…
Canadian Sentenced to 12 Years for Child Enticement Plot in New York
ALBANY, NEW YORK – Jonathan Woodworth, a 45-year-old from Riverside-Albert, New Brunswick, Canada, received a 12-year prison sentence for attempting to entice and coerce a 10-year-old child into sexual activity. This announcement…
Pedestrian Struck in Schenectady in Critical Condition
Police were called to a motor vehicle crash last night in Schenectady after receiving multiple 911 calls. At approximately 5:40 PM, Schenectady Police were dispatched to the intersection of Union Street and…
New York Taxpayers On The Hook For Andrew Cuomo’s Legal Fees After State Failed To Obtain Convictions
New York Taxpayers On The Hook For Andrew Cuomo’s Legal Fees After State Failed To Obtain Convictions Arjun Singh on January 16, 2024 New York is using taxpayer funds to reimburse former…
Utica Police Investigates Vehicular Assault and Shooting
UTICA, NY – An incident involving a vehicle assault and subsequent gunfire occurred at the intersection of Taylor Ave and South St on Thursday. Utica Police and Fire Departments responded to the…
TGI Fridays to Shut Down Five Restaurants in New York
TGI Fridays, a prominent player in the casual dining industry, unveiled its plan to close several locations across New York today. This decision is part of the company’s broader strategy to streamline…
Troopers Rescue Elderly Couple and Cats from Motor Home Fire on Thruway in Catskill
CATSKILL, NY – On December 28, 2023, New York State Troopers showcased exemplary bravery and quick action during a vehicle fire on the Thruway in Catskill. Trooper Langtry of SP Albany CVEU…
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Schenectady Vehicle Crash
SCHENECTADY, NY – A serious motor vehicle crash in Schenectady resulted in critical injuries to a pedestrian on the evening of Tuesday, December 26. Schenectady Police responded to the 1600 block of…
Bronx Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft in Capital Region
ALBANY, NEW YORK — Antonio Vargas, a 58-year-old resident of the Bronx, New York, has pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman…
Suspect Arrested in Overnight Shooting in Schenectady
SCHENECTADY, NY – The Schenectady Police Department has identified the victim of the December 19 shooting on Lincoln Avenue at Steuben Street as 21-year-old Usman Pirzada of Schenectady, NY. Pirzada was pronounced…