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Governor's press secretary announces resignation

Albany

Governor Paterson's press secretary is resigning amid scandals that threaten the administration. Marissa Shorenstein says she is quitting because her reported role in one of the scandals makes her unable to do her job effectively. Our Grace Rauh has the latest.

Governor's press secretary announces resignation

Updated 4:57 PM

Former co-worker said he was sexually harassed by Raucci

Schenectady

Prosecutors called more witnesses to the stand Wednesday in the Steven Raucci trial, including the former custodial supervisor who said he was bullied and sexually harassed by Raucci. Our Steve Ference has been following the trial and has the latest from the Schenectady County Courthouse.

Former co-worker said he was sexually harassed by Raucci

Updated 5:33 PM

New report focuses on poverty in New York State

Albany

There's some more bad news for New York State as the New York State Community Action Association releases its latest report. The reports shows more than 2.6 million people are living in poverty in the Empire State. And of those, about 852,000 of them are children.

New report focuses on poverty in New York State

03/17/2010 02:40 PM

Paterson: Racing at Saratoga won't be impacted

Saratoga Springs

Governor Paterson is addressing concerns over the fate of this year's meet at the Saratoga Race Course. As of now, there is no operator to run VLTs at Aqueduct.

Paterson: Racing at Saratoga won't be impacted

Updated 10:03 AM

Warren County Sheriff's car flips in high speed chase

Glens Falls

A Lake Luzerne man is in Warren County Jail, facing multiple felony counts after investigators say he led Glens Falls Police and Warren County Sheriff's deputies on a high speed chase Monday night. As our North Country reporter Matt Hunter explains, one officer narrowly avoided disaster when his vehicle rolled in the chase.

Warren County Sheriff's car flips in high speed chase

Updated 03/16/2010 06:34 PM

Queensbury insurance agent arrested

Warren County

A Queensbury insurance agent has been arrested for stealing money from a Fort Ann couple instead of using it to purchase insurance policies.

03/16/2010 06:46 PM

Mumps outbreak at SUNY Plattsburgh

North Country

SUNY Plattsburgh has an outbreak of mumps on campus. There are three confirmed cases and school officials are awaiting the results of three other suspected cases. Those infected are currently off campus grounds.

Updated 03/16/2010 04:13 PM

Several prisons across the state expected to close

New York

The state prison system plans to temporarily shut down 22 inmate housing units at 17 prisons to save money without cutting jobs.

Several prisons across the state expected to close

03/16/2010 03:01 PM

Paterson breaks silence on top aide's accuser

In his first direct denial of the accusation, New York Governor David Paterson says he didn't try to persuade a woman to drop a domestic violence complaint against one of his top aides.

Updated 3:13 PM

President Obama picks Siena to win first round

President Barack Obama has apparently learned a lesson from last year and picked Siena to win its first round matchup in the NCAA Tournament.

03/17/2010 02:58 PM

Special Olympics turns 40!

The Special Olympics is a celebration of fortitude and a test of endurance and skill. The not-for-profit organization just celebrated 40 years and to mark the milestone, local leaders and community members gathered at the Capitol.

03/17/2010 04:39 PM

Lt. Gov. Ravitch discusses budget talks

As the April 1 budget deadline gets closer, Lieutenant Governor Richard Ravitch says its time for lawmakers to set aside differences and write a budget.

03/17/2010 09:50 AM

On the road with the Saints

The Siena men's basketball team is gearing up for their first round game of the NCAA Tournament. The Saints will take on Purdue in Spokane, Washington on Friday. Our Joe Calderone is in Spokane with the latest.

Saints gearing up for Purdue

The Siena Saints have two days to get in good practices before their first round game in the NCAA tournament. The Saints, who grabbed the 13 seed, are in Spokane, Washington and will face 4th seeded Purdue at 2:30 p.m. Friday.

RPI women lose to Williams

The RPI women's lacrosse team lost to Williams, 10-7, on Tuesday. Marisa Jacques has highlights.

Monserrate loses special election

Hiram Monserrate may have lost his bid to regain the Senate seat he was expelled from. But as Grace Rauh tells us, the former state senator isn't walking away from politics just yet.

Updated 8:19 AM

Monserrate loses bid to keep NY state Senate seat

A New York state senator who was expelled after a domestic violence conviction has lost his long-shot bid to get his seat back in a special election.

03/16/2010 10:44 PM

Senate passes jobs bill

A bill geared toward helping the unemployed find work passes quickly through the Senate Wednesday.

03/17/2010 02:48 PM

Controversy over selling wine in grocery stores

Thirty-five states in the U.S. allow the sale of wine in grocery stores and some say New York should be the 36th. The idea is part of an economic development plan being pushed by Governor Paterson. The state says the proposal could generate $300 million over the next two years, but at what cost? Our Casey Bortnick explains.

03/16/2010 10:24 PM

Garden Journeys: Judging a garden show

Terry becomes a judge at a garden show in this edition of Garden Journeys.

<EM>Garden Journeys: </EM> Judging a garden show

Pet Pointers: Snakes

You're probably familiar with the legend that St. Patrick drove all the snakes from Ireland and into the sea, banishing them forever. But, in fact, snakes are not native to Ireland. Today we'll learn a little more about snakes in this edition of Pet Pointers.

Healthy Living: Aspirin effectiveness in heart patients study

The American Heart Association recommends continued use of aspirin for patients who have had heart attacks and strokes, but a recent medical study questions whether aspirin is effective for people who only have some heart health risk factors. Health reporter Kafi Drexel filed the following report.