Attorney: Man accused of killing 53-year-old with wrench acted in self-defense - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

The attorney for a Watervliet man charged with manslaughter for striking a man with a wrench argued the 20-year-old acted in self-defense.

Cuomo seeks more state-funded legal costs in lawsuit

It’s another string in a tangled web of litigation Cuomo has found himself in since he left office as he attempts to refute claims of sexual misconduct made against him by several women.

Primary elections 2024: Everything you need to know to vote

New York’s primary is Tuesday, June 25. We’re answering questions about voting and what to expect on Election Day. When polls open, how to find your polling place, what to bring with you while voting, when polls close and more.

New law could allow N.Y. distilleries to ship directly to consumers

Small distillers are celebrating passage of a law that would allow them to ship their products directly to consumers.

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Albany Firebirds sticking with Medlock at QB amid Henry's return

Signed to start at quarterback during the offseason, Malik Henry rejoined the Albany Firebirds last week. The undefeated team, though, plans to stick with JakeMedlock as its starter.

Saratoga Pride flag ripped down; group orders taller flagpoles

Someone has bent a flagpole and ripped a Pride flag down in Milton twice.

Tri-City beaten by former ValleyCat

Heredia-Bustos, a rookie, allowed just the two runs and three hits in six innings. He left with a 2-0 deficit in front of an Education Day sellout crowd of 4,512

Eric Adams Praised a Reporter’s ‘Summer Body’

Mayor Eric Adams told a journalist that it looked like he was working out and complimented his “summer body.”

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Troy physicist and musicologist William Carragan dies at 86

Troy physicist and musicologist William Carragan, also an expert inBruckner’s compostions, astronomy, geology and harpsichords, dies at 86.

Shrestha challenged by former statehouse staffer in Assembly primary

103rd District AssemblywomanSarahana Shrestha, part of a progressive wave elected in 2022, is being challenged byGabi Madden, a former staffer for Kevin Cahill and James Skoufis.

From Protester to Joining Bill Murray in ‘Enemy of the People’

Nate Smith, an actor and activist, will have a role in a production organized by Theater of War Productions on the TKTS Times Square steps.

Pruyn House in Colonie offers picturesque link to the past

The nearly 200-year-oldproperty now serves as the town of Colonie’s historic and cultural education center.

Rensselaer County Legislature upholds its drug dealer registry law

Rensselaer County Legislature votes down resolution to repeal county drug registry law.

NYC man gets 12 years to life for sex assault of 19-year-old, 14-year-old

A New York City man faces the possibility of spending life in prison for the sexual assault of a 19-year-old man and a 14-year-old child at knifepoint during robberies, the Bronx District Attorney’s office said. Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark today announced that Jaden Stephens, 21, was sentenced Tuesday to 12 years to life in prison. Stephens initially pleaded...

Scotia police seek signs of foul play in overdose death

Police are awaiting toxicology results to determine the cause of death of a man who may have overdosed at a home in the village.

Scotia police investigate man's overdose death

Police are awaiting toxicology results to determine the cause of death of a man who may have overdosed at a home in the village.

Police identify remains found during home excavation in Putnam County

A skeleton found in April in the town of Patterson belonged to 25-year-old Karen Ramsey, who was never reported missing.

House of the Week: Colorful, conveniently located Victorian-style home

Built in 1988, the home is located in the East Greenbush Central School District.

Ex-Rensselaer County official injured in garage fire, chief says

KevinC. Miller Jr., 41, was taken to hospital for treatment of burns after a fire damage the garage of his Pittstown home, officials said.

Siena men's basketball to play in Fort Myers Tip-Off

Siena will play a campus-site game at Xavier of the Big East on Nov. 20. The Musketeers are in the Beach Division bracket of the Fort Myers Tip-Off.

The Apollo Theater celebrates 90th anniversary with star-studded spring benefit

The Apollo Theater, a bastion ofBlack music and cultureand one of New York City’s most storied venues, celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. On Tuesday, the historic theater held its annual spring benefit — its largest annual fundraising effort, this year raising $3 million — with a star-studded event featuring Usher,Babyface, Big Daddy Kane, Jordin Sparks and more. Sparks opened...

NYC receives $27.1 million from JUUL settlement to combat youth vaping

A year after New York Attorney General Letitia James secured the largest million multistate settlement agreement with JUUL for the company’s role in the uptick in youth vaping, it was announced Wednesday that New York City will receive $27.1 million of that settlement to reinvest in the young community and vaping prevention programs. The State of New York will receive...

Albany Symphony announces new executive director

Emily Fritz-Endres, who previously worked with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Boston Symphony Orchestra, will begin this summer.

Congestion pricing advocates plan court fight over Hochul's ‘potentially illegal' flip

The fight over congestion pricing could be flaring up, with supporters of the toll now considering taking the delay to court.

$4 million second-prize Mega Millions ticket sold in Brooklyn

No one won the jackpot in Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing, but two lucky winners in New York walked away with second prizes. One lucky winner in Brooklyn won a second-prize Megaplier ticket worth $4 million. The Megaplier ticket was sold at Ralph Avenue Liquor Store at 223 Ralph Avenue. The Megaplier gives players the chance to multiply non-jackpot prizes, according...

Bethlehem, Hudson waterfront efforts receive $384K from N.Y.

Firms involved in efforts to strengthen Bethlehem and Hudson’s waterfront areas received state funds.

Teen accused of killing father in Livingston blaze

Police said the 15-year-old made “spontaneous utterances” that led to murder and arson charges.

Rensselaer County consolidates primary polling locations for 107th Assembly District Democratic race

Rensselaer County Board of Elections consolidated polling places for 107th Assembly District Democratic primary raising concerns from leader of The Justice Center of Rensselaer County.

Summer heat ahead for the second half of June

The summer solstice isn’t until June 20, but summer heat arrives Friday. We’ve already gotten a few tastes of summer warmth this year, including an 87-degree day in New York City in April (still our warmest day of the year to date), but so far this year, stretches of summer weather have been fleeting. That is going to change quickly...

Armed man arrested in Queens traffic stop found with weapons, armor, threatening writings

A man armed with a gun and other weapons was arrested following a traffic stop in Queens in which officers also found threatening writings with him, according to law enforcement sources.