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Gloversville officials hosted a public forum Thursday to discuss proposed solutions to the city’s uptick in youth crime.

This summer, communities across upstate New York have seen apparent spikes in youth crime. As officials grapple with the best ways to move forward, some criminal justice advocates worry strategies being discussed are little more than Band-aids.

A Schenectady County nonprofit focused on stemming youth violence could benefit from money already allocated in the New York state budget. But, underscoring a larger issue with the Raise the Age funding model, the head of the organization wasn’t even aware the funding exists until recently.

Albany Police said a 17-year-old victim who was caught in the crossfire of a July 4th gun battle died from his injuries Thursday evening. The teen’s death comes as youth crime in Albany continues to tax leaders.

After Albany County officials took criticism from Albany’s mayor following teen violence over July 4th , county officials are now vowing to expand their youth services and supports.

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 District Attorney David Soares says he is staying in the race this November after losing June's Democratic primary.

Heading toward the June 25th Democratic primary, Albany County District Attorney David Soares squared off against challenger Lee Kindlon this week in a Spectrum debate.

Vermont Governor Phil Scott focused his weekly briefing today on public safety priorities he would like the legislature to pass.