NYC Targets $5M+ Second Homes with New Tax | Albany News

Stuyvesant Plaza Gets Major Makeover | Albany News

Stuyvesant Plaza is getting a major makeover—fresh white paint, a new community hub called “The Lawn,” and a bold mix of national brands like Athleta and Anthropologie alongside beloved local shops. Since opening in 1959, this iconic suburban shopping spot has weathered shifting trends and now aims to become a vibrant, must-visit destination again—with big names like Shake Shack, Madewell, and even Abercrombie & Fitch on the way, plus a new Costco nearby to fuel even more foot traffic. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/952df813ca15a157

Three Legends Enshrined in Cooperstown | Albany News

Three baseball legends—Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones, and Jeff Kent—were officially enshrined in the Hall of Fame, each reflecting on how the game shaped their lives, values, and legacies. Beltrán likened the moment to his first at-bat, crediting his Mets years for molding him into a leader. Kent praised baseball for teaching him discipline and purpose, while Jones called the Hall call the most unforgettable moment, honoring Bobby Cox for believing in him as a teenager. Their journeys, marked by passion, grit, and gratitude, now join Cooperstown’s hallowed halls as enduring chapters in baseball history. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e64d86234a1d5ba2

78 Animals Rescued in Carlisle | Albany News

In Carlisle, New York, authorities pulled 78 animals—including puppies, dogs, cats, birds, chickens, and horses—from a property after responding to urgent animal cruelty reports, finding many in critical condition and launching a full investigation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c861de556cfcb9b7

Wrong Way Crash on I-87 | Albany News

A 24-year-old from Massachusetts slammed into a truck on I-87 near Exit 21A after driving the wrong way—forcing a big rig to flip. All three drivers, including a 90-year-old and a 34-year-old trucker, suffered minor injuries. The young driver, who failed sobriety tests, now faces DWI, reckless endangerment, and other charges. A sobering wake-up call: stay alert and watch out for impaired drivers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8d31a6254b0ed648

ICE Out Protests Demand Accountability | Albany News

Across the nation, hundreds of activists took to the streets in a powerful “ICE Out” protest, demanding accountability for lives lost during encounters with immigration enforcement. From New York to Houston to Buffalo, demonstrators gathered to spotlight tragic deaths—including that of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, allegedly killed during a vehicle collision with ICE agents, and Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a disabled Burmese refugee found dead from exposure after being released without basic necessities. These incidents expose systemic failures and call for urgent reform, as communities demand transparency, compassion, and a fundamental shift in how immigration enforcement is conducted. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d53467c018bc7510