Daily
Albany
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Oberry-Hall, a 20-year-old homeless man with a record of multiple arrests in Colonie, was taken into custody on July 17 for forcible touching near a Walgreens and outstanding warrants—his previous run-ins with police include several arrests for related charges earlier this year. Spotlight News
- ➤ Troy Police continue to search for Terry Bass, a 40-year-old woman last seen in Lansingburgh on August 3, 2023—her family remains very concerned and authorities ask anyone with information to come forward. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Today, the man who fired a shotgun from the steps of Temple Israel in December 2023 will be sentenced in federal court—prosecutors are seeking over 10 years in prison with five years probation as community members search for closure after the incident left them deeply shaken. WRGB
- ➤ Albany woman Maya McIntosh, 33, was sentenced to 8 years in prison for mailing drug-laced letters to correctional facilities—she mixed synthetic marijuana onto paper and will serve 3 years of probation while forfeiting $42,000. ABC NEWS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 1, UAlbany’s RNA Institute hosted World RNA Day, drawing over 200 people for lab tours and research presentations on RNA's role in disease diagnosis and treatment. SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced that the university will join Empire AI on two new projects using a supercomputer from University at Buffalo—aiming to advance research on neurodegenerative diseases. University at Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said New York faces a $34.3 billion gap through 2029 as federal cuts and economic shifts strain the state budget. He added that rural areas already have few health care professionals—especially for mental health—and rural hospitals may struggle with tighter margins if cuts worsen. WAMC
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Charcuterie Board & Sip Event
6-8 p.m. — Washington Tavern — $65 per person — Build your own delicious charcuterie board while enjoying drinks and a fun night out with friends.
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CRVN Mini Golf Event
6:30-8 p.m. — All 4 Fun Entertainment — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a family fun night of mini golf and activities with CRVN.
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Tommy: The Movie Screening
10 PM – 12 AM — Scene One Spectrum 8 Theatres — Cost not listed — Geek out at a screening of the classic musical with like-minded fans.
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Columbia County Fair
8 PM – 6 PM — Columbia County Fairgrounds — Admission fees vary — A delightful week of fun, rides, and local showcases.
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Meet the Scientist: Heather Clark
12 PM — New York State Museum — Free entry — Discover how archaeological mapping unveils the stories beneath our feet with expert Heather Clark.
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Bulldog Courage Concert
4-6 p.m. — Empire Live — Prices vary — Experience an exciting live performance featuring Bulldog Courage and Death Before Dishonor.
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Phantogram Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $54 — Enjoy a night of alternative music with Phantogram in Albany.
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Improvement Movement Concert
7-11 p.m. — Lark Hall — Check website for ticket info — Experience the eclectic sounds of Atlanta's Improvement Movement live on stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Stephen McCranie
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