City of Albany

The Capital District Transportation Authority says it has seen significant growth in the past year. According to new CEO Frank Annicaro, the public transportation agency’s ridership levels have reached 120% of pre-pandemic levels. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha attended the new CEO’s first State of The CDTA.

WAMC's David Guistina in conversation with Mike Goodwin, News Editor at The Times Union, about businesses near the Canadian border being impacted by a decrease in border crossings from Canada.

The city of Albany has ramped up efforts to crack down on expired Renter Occupancy Permits. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha has details.

The Brothers were a civil rights group formed in 1966. They advocated for better employment and living conditions for Black people in Albany. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha revisits the group’s history to learn more about their lasting legacy.

With Lunar New Year on the horizon later this month, preparations and celebrations are underway. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha visited one local high school whose festivities are already in full swing.

As part of efforts to bring nightlife back into the city, Albany Mayor Dorcey Applyrs wants to expand a downtown hospitality program. WAMC’s Sajina Shrestha reports that a similar program in Schenectady could serve as a guide.

A man was shot by police in Albany’s South End Thursday afternoon after authorities say he fired a handgun at officers.

In April, the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal entity, rescinded several grants, citing concerns about the spending not inspiring “public confidence in the use of taxpayer funds.” Months later, Albany nonprofits are still working to bridge that funding gap.

From broken signals to faded markings, crosswalks in Albany have a reputation for being unsafe and inconsistent. Now, local advocates and a councilmember are taking concrete steps to address pedestrian safety.

A prestigious Upstate law firm will be the main tenant in Albany’s first new office tower in 20 years.