Albany County Executive Dan McCoy

The Pine Hills Land Authority's Board of Directors recently voted 5 to 1 to commence talks with Albany County. It’s a move that clears the way for the county’s intended purchase of five buildings on the 26.5-acre former college campus.

Albany is one step closer to eliminating an aging eyesore.

After multiple shootings involving teen offenders turned Albany’s July 4th celebrations into a night of chaos, Mayor Kathy Sheehan said the city hasn’t gotten enough money for programs and support services from Albany County as part of the state’s “Raise the Age” law. Advocates have long been calling for the law’s funding model to change.

The public spat between Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and County Executive Dan McCoy continues after a weekend of violence marred July 4th celebrations in the city.

Albany County’s temporary pause on the use of human biosolids on farmland remains unchanged after the New York State Legislature failed to pass a 5-year ban.

Just ahead of Memorial Day, Albany County has unveiled new banners honoring local veterans.

The Albany County legislature this week passed a resolution to extend an $8,000 pay raise to its Deputy Chair. The move is raising eyebrows from minority Republicans .

Albany County is expanding its mental health services to mark Mental Health Awareness Month.

Albany County has acquired a former fitness facility that will soon be home to a county-owned community center.

Albany County is implementing two new initiatives to address the housing shortage and support people looking to purchase their first home.