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WAMC is taking the opportunity to highlighting some entrants from our region in NPR's Tiny Desk Contest. In today's segment, first we hear from Enjoyous, an Albany-based band, and Lisa Pellegrino of Soil & Soul. I began by asking each artist to introduce themselves to our audience.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a plan to roll back a series of landmark clean water regulations.

State and health leaders met at Samaritan Hospital in Troy Thursday to discuss investments in this year’s New York state budget. And a warning to readers, this story refers to sensitive topics.

Troy’s Deputy Mayor says he won’t apologize for a post on Facebook that has sparked outrage.

With federal funding for Community Development Block Grants under threat, Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello is highlighting its importance.

WAMC is highlighting some hopefuls from our region. In today's segment, first we hear from Michael Holt, a singer/songwriter from Colonie, and Jack Weisberg of Delmar.

WAMC is highlighting some hopefuls from our region. In today's segment, first we hear from Kendra McKinley, a singer/songwriter from Catskill, and Lina Maxine of Montauk.

New York state has a budget. The $254 billion bill was approved by lawmakers late Thursday, more than a month late.

These interviews are a part of a WAMC series to highlight local entrants in NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest. The winner will be announced Tuesday. You can find earlier segments at wamc.org.

Sara Pratt, Helen Powell, and Rory Engel are about ready to pop. They’ve been meeting at Capital Region Midwifery in Troy. This is their ninth session.