Good morning, Albany.

University at Albany earned seven SUNY Scholar-Athlete honors for student-athletes from volleyball, basketball, track, lacrosse, field hockey, women's rowing, and outdoor track programs as Chancellor John B.

King, Jr. announced awards covering the fall, winter and spring seasons (full honoree list to be shared in July).

A new DOJ memo is raising worries that New York may let more disabled people lose home care and be moved into hospitals & nursing homes.

State leaders said they will keep working to protect in-home services and community living.

A new report from UAlbany’s Center for Health Workforce Studies showed that healthcare jobs increased 15% statewide from 2020 to 2024 — with most growth occurring downstate while many upstate and rural areas saw little change or declines, especially in nursing positions.

On Friday, Food Friday featured Registered Dietitian Emily Horstman (founder of HealthierSpan) as she shared tips on healthy eating and better living.

Ray Graf hosted the program that offered practical advice to improve everyday nutrition.

Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Classic Rock Night

5-11 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of high-energy classic rock with FJ's tribute to Foreigner and Journey.

Atomic Rule Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with Atomic Rule and The Virgos in Albany.

John Caparulo Comedy Show

9:15 PM — Funny Bone — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian John Caparulo at the Funny Bone Comedy Club.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown

7:30-9:30 p.m. — MVP Arena — Tickets from $81 — Experience the electrifying atmosphere of WWE SmackDown live in Albany.