Politics

I am completely saddened to pass this news on to you this morning. Senator Hugh Farley has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in New York's 49th District this fall. I personally can not remember a New York without Senator Farley and he is one of the most loved politicians this state has ever known. These will be some very big shoes for someone to fill indeed.

Officials in Albany County are considering legislation to raise the age to be able to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21.

As we get ready to head to the polls today to vote in the New York primary, this is our chance to be heard on who we think the best candidates are. If you decide not to vote, you probably shouldn't do this down the road.

Today is tax deadline day, and Uncle Sam stopped by the GNA Studio with a very important tax tip. Plus, we have some other helpful last minute pointers for you.

Have you ever seen a more tense campaign than Donald Trump's? That tension boiled over a little during yesterday's rally.

Donald Trump is holding his rally tonight at the Time Union Center. If you plan on heading downtown this evening, be prepared to work around some closed roads and a parking ban.

The campaign for votes in the New York primary is in full swing, and the Capital Region will be very busy Monday with visits from the candidates.

The Republican presidential candidate and current Governor of Ohio is coming to the Capital Region for a rally on Monday.

Rumor is Mr. Trump could be making a visit to Albany very soon for a rally.

When I first heard Hillary Clinton was coming to Cohoes, it was late on April 1st, I thought it was an April Fools joke. My Mom on the other hand went and did the research because she wanted in!

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill today that will slowly raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour.

The Democratic Presidential candidate and former New York Senator will make a campaign stop in the Capital Region Monday evening.