Good morning, Albany.

With nighttime temperatures falling into the 30s, the local seasonal homeless shelter opened its doors early today to offer warmth + safety to those in need.

Livin' Poor author Liam Sweeny and publisher Jesse Sommer introduced a survival guide to help people navigate the early days of homelessness in Albany.

The guide was read today and offers practical tips for neighbors to better support those in need.

Grassroot Givers, a nonprofit providing books, clothing and household essentials for Albany residents, announced a new leadership team that will expand support to underserved communities (promoting diversity and community involvement).

Albany County officials broke ground on Monday on a 75,000 sqft facility at Coeymans Industrial Park as part of a port expansion project to stage heavier equipment (including a 160-ton mobile crane).

The project is expected to boost the economy by generating about $9.1 million annually once completed.

Residents attended a forum Monday evening at the First Unitarian Universalist Society to discuss a proposed 180MW data center at Kenwood Commons that could strain the power grid and raise bills in the South End.

Experts and locals raised environmental and financial concerns and encouraged community engagement.

On Friday at the Glens Falls City Courthouse, New York State Court of Claims Judge Richard Sise received the fourth annual Henry B.

Northup Award for Excellence in Enhancing Equal Justice in the Courts, honoring the legacy of Henry B. and Solomon Northup (celebrating their commitment to equal justice).

UAlbany athletic teams will play volleyball Friday, Oct.

23 at the PE Gym against NJIT + row in Saratoga Springs and face Vermont in men's soccer Saturday at Casey Stadium.

Victor Holt was named the CAA Defensive Player of the Week after making 11 tackles and 2 interceptions in UAlbany's 48-31 win over Stony Brook last Saturday.

The team will face Rhode Island this Saturday, Oct. 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET.

University at Albany has released single-game tickets and promotional schedules for its men’s and women’s basketball season at Broadview Center.

The men’s season kicks off on Monday, Nov. 2 — the women will open on Thursday, Oct. 29 with an exhibition game and a special 2-for-1 Day on Jan. 9.