For more than a year, we’ve been covering the devastating COVID-19 outbreak at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home. Eventually, 76 residents — including many men who fought in World War II — died of the virus. As subsequent investigations found, that was likely exacerbated by a series of poor decisions and understaffing. A new investigation by the Boston Globe’s Spotlight team finds the problems went much deeper.
On this episode, we interview Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan about the coronavirus, social distancing and the pandemic’s economic impacts.
Following the May death of George Floyd, Albany experienced a slew of protests and riots, New York repealed a law that restricted access to...
Democratic state Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara of the 111th district has another idea says it's time to legalize mobile sports betting.