Good morning, Albany.

NEWS10’s Cassie Hudson will visit Far Shot on May 9 to cover one of the Capital Region’s largest axe throwing venues.

Far Shot, at 69 N Pearl Street, offers axe throwing, knife throwing, and archery — visitors under 18 must have parental consent — along with arcade games, food, and drinks.

An Albany man, Charles M.

McCormick, 31, was arrested in Athens after a 3:20 a.m. Sunday chase on the Thruway that exceeded 120 mph while he drove under the influence, and police seized over a gram of crack cocaine, over 140 grams of cocaine and more than 15 grams of fentanyl in his vehicle+ he faces charges including assault on a police officer, reckless endangerment and multiple drug offenses with a court appearance set for May 8.

Collin Billingsley pleaded guilty to using a loaded handgun in a 2021 shooting on North Lake Ave—he faces up to 12 years in prison with sentencing scheduled for July 18 as the investigation continues.

The state budget voted on this week includes a provision delaying enforcement of the $35,000 income cap for lawmakers with high outside earnings for two years—an agreement reached during secret budget talks after a court ruling upheld the cap but struck down its voting penalty.

Since lowering speed limits and installing speed cameras in school zones on January 1st, Albany has collected over $3.24 million from more than 107,000 speeding tickets—36,000 of which remain unpaid.

Some residents say the cameras help make streets safer—while others see them as a money grab—and city officials plan to use part of the revenue for traffic calming improvements.

Qadeer Morgan, a UAlbany graduate and former Great Danes wide receiver, now works as senior manager of communications for the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden—he began his career with internships and roles at the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams before returning home in 2023.

Digital Music Bingo

7-9 p.m. — Albany Airport Inn — $20 early bird tickets — Test your music knowledge with a fun twist at Digital Music Bingo featuring popular categories.

77th Annual Royal Tulip Ball

6:30 p.m. — Duo at the Dunes — Ticketed event — Celebrate the legacy of Albany's Tulip Court with an elegant evening of dining and dancing.

Fontaines D.C. Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — $65 — Experience the energy of Fontaines D.C. live in Albany, NY.

Albany Job Fair

2-6 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport Area — Free admission — Connect with 90+ companies hiring and find the job of your dreams.

Kane Brown's High Road Tour Featuring Ashley Cooke

7-11 p.m. — MVP Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of country hits with Kane Brown and special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Ashley Cooke.

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby

7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the jazz-filled world of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic in a stunning ballet premiere.

The Uncle Louie Variety Show

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Italian American Community Center — Ticket required — A night filled with laughter, music, and entertainment awaits at this dinner-show event.

Capital District Reptile Expo - Spring 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Albany Capital Center — $12 adults, $6 children — Explore 82,000 sq. feet of reptiles, exotic pets, and family-friendly fun.

Wilderado Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — $15 — Gametime is offering last-minute tickets for an exciting concert by Wilderado in Albany.

Spring Dinner at Grappa '72

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Grappa '72 — Cash preferred — Enjoy a delightful casual Italian dining experience with a well-respected menu.