Good morning, Albany.

Firefighters responded to an apartment fire at River’s Edge Apartments on River View Road in Green Island on Wednesday night—officials say the blaze appears knocked down.

Albany International Airport is expecting more flyers this holiday season as Triple A reported an extra 1.6 million travelers and six million domestic trips for Thanksgiving — airport spokesperson Matt Hunter provided the forecast.

A $15 million restoration at Albany City Hall allowed project manager Bill Brandow and experts to climb the bell tower—revealing Henry Hobson Richardson’s 142-year-old design and its intricate stonework that established his national legacy.

Their climb provided a rare view of the building’s historic details and enduring impact on public architecture.

Lea Salonga will perform her Stage Screen and Everything in Between show at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on December 2 at 7:30 p.m. as the venue reopens, and she is known for Broadway roles such as Les Misérables plus Miss Saigon while her latest work is the holiday album Sounding Joy.

SUNY students have spent the month raising money and collecting donations so campuses have food for Thanksgiving—University at Albany Honors College students donated four boxes of food and toy items to the Mohawk-Hudson Humane Society in memory of Professor Erin Baker—to help combat college food insecurity.

New York state lawmakers will raise penalties for animal abusers by increasing fines to $10,000 and potential jail time to four years — and they will create a statewide registry to curb repeat offenses after several high-profile cases in the Capital Region.

Yesterday, a roundtable panel discussed big news topics with panelists including Judy Patrick from the New York Press Association, Nic Rangel from the Legal Aid Society, Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, and sociology professor Catherine Tan from Vassar College.

The discussion showed different views (from media, law, government, and education) on issues our community faces.

With Thanksgiving coming tomorrow, many women face extra stress from chores and hosting, and local psychologist Dr. Julie Morison recommends positive thinking to cope + she shares her advice in a clip on WTEN+ airing on Mondays.

Research shows women take on more stress during the season, highlighting the need for simple steps to manage holiday pressures.

UAlbany women's basketball won a 53-point game over RPI with a final score of 96–43 on Wednesday afternoon at Broadview Center—Freshman Amaya Stewart led with 22 points and the team will head out for three road games starting Monday at Bucknell.

CHIODOS: 20 Years of All's Well That Ends Well

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Empire Live — $71+ — Celebrate 20 years of Chiodos with a vibrant live concert experience.

Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Varies — Experience a magical Christmas ballet featuring world-class talent and stunning visuals.

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the cherished holiday classic in a magical ballet performance.

AMA Coffee and Connections – Albany

8:30-9:30 a.m. — Motor Oil Coffee Albany State Street — Free entry — Engage in meaningful conversations while sipping on delicious coffee with local professionals.

Adoption Clinic at Pet Supplies Plus

11 AM - 12:30 PM — Pet Supplies Plus East Greenbush — Free entry — Find your new furry friend and support local dog rescue efforts.

The Muppet Christmas Carol Screening

7-11 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a holiday classic with The Muppet Christmas Carol during the M&T Bank Holiday Movie Series.

Secret Star Acoustic Jam

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre Albany — Tickets required — Experience an intimate acoustic performance in a historic setting.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Ticketed event — An evening of laughter exploring the realities of teaching for educators and non-educators alike.

Albany Holiday Princess Ball

12-3:30 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel — Ticket required — Celebrate the holiday season with an enchanting afternoon of princess-themed fun and interactive activities for children.

Elf Movie Screening

7-11 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a classic holiday film with family-friendly fun at this festive movie night.