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President Trump set the process in motion to ease federal restrictions on marijuana. But his order doesn't automatically revoke laws targeting marijuana, which remains illegal to transport over state lines.
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(Airs 12/26/25 @ 3 p.m. & 12/28/25 @ 6 p.m.) The Media Project is an inside look at media coverage of current events with former Times Union Editor, current Upstate American, Substack columnist Rex Smith, Judy Patrick, former Editor of The Daily Gazette and former Vice President for Editorial Development for the New York Press Association, and Barbara Lombardo, Adjunct Professor at the University at Albany and former Editor of the Saratogian. On this week’s Media Project, Rex, Judy, and Barbara talk look at the future of journalism in the new year and beyond, and more.
View this winter's upcoming program specials.
The Met Opera airs Saturdays at 1 p.m. beginning Dec. 6 through May 30, 2026.
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During the holiday season, many folks cannot help but feel nostalgia for their childhood experiences. One BTPM NPR reporter looks back on some of his fond Christmas memories of years past.
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Christmas Midnight Masses are a tradition for many Western New York Catholics. But one of the region’s most prominent churches will celebrate its centennial this particular Christmas. -
The election to fill the State Senate seat being vacated by Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan has another candidate. Dan Gagliardo is entering the race with the backing of the Republican Party. -
Hochul negotiated agreements with state lawmakers over changes that would win her signature on pending legislation.
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Our most-viewed Instagram videos include reports from a Rhode Island factory that makes special food for malnourished children and from a tournament for soccer-playing "grannies."
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If your New Year's resolution is to start resistance training, Life Kit is here to help. Sign up for our Guide to Building Strength and get a month of expert tips on how to create a lasting routine. -
Figuring out the insurance options for families often falls to women. Some say they're delaying marriage, taking side jobs, and putting their kids on Medicaid as premium prices shoot up in 2026. -
The original Betty Boop, the first four Nancy Drew books and Greta Garbo's first talkie are among the many works from 1930 that will be free to use, share and remake starting on Jan. 1.
