Capital Region News

The Schenectady Museum is undergoing a major change. Plans have been announced for the museum to become The Learning Center. Heading the effort is Neil Golub, the executive chairman of the board of Price Chopper supermarkets, who says there will be two main interactive science programs; the Exploratorium and the Challenger Learning Center. He spoke with WAMC’s Brian Shields.

WAMC's David Guistina learns about air quality and near-record temperatures with Judy Patrick, editor of the Schenectady Gazette.

A partnership announced Monday in Albany advances nanotechnology and potentially opens doors for economic growth in the Capital Region and beyond - Hudson Valley Bureau Chief Dave Lucas reports...

WAMC's David Guistina speaks with Mike Spain, associate editor of the Albany Times-Union about today's leading stories.

WAMC's David Guistina gets the morning headlines from Judy Patrick, editor of the Daily Gazette.

A new law in Albany County is aimed at making it harder for thieves to sell stolen merchandise. The law, approved last night by the county legislature, will place new mandates on pawn shops and jewelers in Albany County. Also, sellers must be at least 18 year old. County lawmaker, Democrat Gary Domalewicz , is  the lead sponsor of the legislation. He spoke with WAMC’s Brian Shields.