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Reward offered in python case

Dutchess County

A reward is being offered for information about a python found in Hyde Park last week. The four foot long Burmese python, which was named Sal, was found last Tuesday by police in the lot of Christiano's Pizza in Hyde Park.

2:12 PM

Bus crash investigation reveals driver may have been overtired

New York City

The driver in the deadly tour bus crash on a New York City highway last year may have been overtired.

3:10 PM

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Hudson Valley

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

New Paltz B.O.E. holds meeting after budget defeat

The New Paltz Board of Education holds a meeting Wednesday to figure out what's next after its budget was just barely rejected by voters. YNN's Alexandra Weishaupt has more.

12:19 AM

NRC holding meeting on Indian Point inspection

An annual assessment of Indian Point's nuclear facility shows it operated safely in 2011. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will hold a public hearing on their inspection today in Westchester County.

8:39 AM

State Police release details in trooper-involved shooting

State Police have released more information about what happened during a home invasion that turned deadly in the Town of LaGrange. John Wagner has more.

Updated 05/16/2012 05:28 PM

One dead after SUV and truck collide in Montgomery

One person is dead after a car crash in the Town of Montgomery. It happened early Tuesday morning on Route 17K. As YNN's Venise Toussaint tells us, police have not yet identified the victim because of the intensity of the accident.

Updated 05/16/2012 04:36 PM

Opening statements in Timothy Handel murder trial

A father put on trial for killing his children’s mother. The prosecution lays out grizzly details and offers its stance on why they think Timothy Handel killed his girlfriend, while the defense paints a totally different picture. YNN's Elaina Athans has more.

Updated 05/16/2012 06:49 PM

Advocates push for legalization of medical marijuana

Medical marijuana's no longer a pipe dream in New York. According to a brand new Siena College poll, 57 percent of New Yorkers support legalization. That's sparked advocates to push harder for a new law, but some law enforcement officials believe that could open the door for abuse. Our Solomon Syed has more from the Capitol.

Updated 05/16/2012 05:06 PM

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

The estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was found dead at her home in Bedford Wednesday afternoon.

05/16/2012 09:39 PM

Boys' baseball: Cornwall vs. Monticello

Out of OCIAA Division III, Cornwall has been the team to beat this season. The Dragons are ranked 13th in the state and have a 6-1 record in the division.

Arlington high school highlights from 5/16

Arlington high school was busy on the baseball and softball diamonds on Wednesday afternoon.

Citi Field to host All-Star Game in 2013

It will be an all-star-studded event at the Mets home field next year as officials announce that Citi Field will be the site of the 2013 All-Star Game.

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.

Assembly passes minimum wage bill

The Democrat-controlled State Assembly passed a bill Tuesday to raise the state's minimum wage, but the bill faces a much tougher battle in the Republican-led Senate. As Zack Fink reports, it's unclear how hard the governor will push the issue ahead of the end of the legislative session next month.

Partial verdict in Espada trial

Former State Senator Pedro Espada has been convicted on four charges related to stealing from his health care clinic in the Bronx. But a judge declared a mistrial on several other counts against the former senator, as well as all the counts against his son. YNN's Grace Rauh has more from Brooklyn.

Weekend Buzz: May 18-20

Check out what's going on around the Capital Region this weekend. Laura Daniels from B95.5 has your Weekend Buzz.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Weekend Buzz: </em></span>May 18-20

Recipe: Mini Lemon Cheesecakes with Ginger Snap Cookie Crust

Quick cooking and tasty too!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Mini Lemon Cheesecakes with Ginger Snap Cookie Crust

The Car Coach: Taking care of your car’s engine

You may not realize that cleaning your engine can lengthen its life, help it run cooler, and allow you to find problems easier. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, explains.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>Taking care of your car’s engine

Tone Up: Shaping your legs

You may be familiar with the abductor and adductor machine. Some people use it because they think it will help them get thinner legs. If you want to change your legs, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a more helpful exercise.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Shaping your legs

Getaway Guy: Waterfall Getaways

Waterfalls in New york State are always fun to see. And they're even more fun when they're free! I have a few ideas that make nice getaways this spring.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy: </em></span> Waterfall Getaways

Recipe: Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

A tasty vegetarian egg noodle soup!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Six months after ESPN broke the story about sex abuse allegations against SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, the network is now facing the possibility that they will have to defend their reporting in court. Today, Fine's wife, Laurie, announced she is suing ESPN and two employees over their coverage. Our Erin Clarke reports.