Good morning, Albany.

Albany officials are inviting applications for the 2026 Tulip Queen as part of Tulip Fest to select a leader dedicated to public service and community pride (official guidelines detail the selection process).

Cardona’s Market has lowered the price of its popular G-Mac sandwich to celebrate Siena's basketball team success, giving local fans an affordable treat today.

Rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz have pushed crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, which has increased gas prices to $3.64 a gallon in the Capital Region.

Local businesses are adjusting delivery routes (a flower business revamped its routes) to manage higher fuel costs.

The annual brush burning ban begins today and lasts until May 14 to reduce wildfire risks, the DEC said.

Residents may still use small cooking fires and pits within safe limits.

The University at Albany baseball team lost by a score of 15 to 7 against Yale on Sunday afternoon at George H.W.

Bush '48 Field in New Haven, Conn. The Great Danes will face Army on Wednesday at 3:35 p.m.

UAlbany softball swept Mount St. Mary’s in a four-game series with wins of 12-8 and 13-1 Sunday at Our Lady of the Meadows Field in Emmitsburg.

Julia Pike led with a grand slam and key hits that helped secure the victories.

Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

8:30-9:30 p.m. — UAlbany Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of Taylor Swift illuminated by candlelight.

Live Music with Luke Palvus

7-10 p.m. — Seven Dining and Catering — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by Luke Palvus at a popular local venue.

1964 The Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall — Tickets vary — Experience the most authentic Beatles tribute band as they recreate a live concert from the early '60s.

I Love R&B Party

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Empire Live — $20 - $50 — The ultimate R&B party experience featuring sing-along anthems and feel-good energy.

First Friday at Albany Center Gallery with Mixed Roots

5-8 p.m. — Albany Center Gallery — Free entry — Experience live music by Mixed Roots while enjoying the 27th annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition.

Lake Street Dive Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Enjoy a night of vibrant music blending soul, folk, jazz, and classic pop.

iDKHOW Concert

7-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $35 — iDKHOW brings an electrifying live performance to Albany that fans can't miss.

Dashboard Confessional Concert

8-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $14 — Enjoy a live performance by Dashboard Confessional in a vibrant venue.