Good evening, Capital Region and Hudson Valley. We're wrapping up the day for you with some of the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.
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Rain will fall heavy at times overnight with a few storms possible. Lows will drop into the mid-to-upper 50s. Morning rain gives way to drier weather and even some late-day breaks of sun for the lower Hudson Valley. Highs are ranging from the upper 50s to around 70.
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Today's Big Stories
1. Homeland Security targets sanctuary jurisdictions across upstate New York
Communities across New York responded Friday to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which published a list of what it calls "sanctuary jurisdictions defying federal immigration law."
2. DOT worker struck by vehicle dies, CSEA union says
The state highway maintenance worker who was struck by a motorist on Route 7 in Pittstown died from his injuries Friday morning, Gov. Kathy Hochul and CSEA said in a statement.
3. Troy terminates City Hall lease, closes in on new site
Troy should have a permanent home for its City Hall soon, Mayor Carmela Mantello said Friday afternoon, saying she notified First Columbia the city would not renew its lease of the Hedley Building.
4. SUNY schools' AI research to be supported by $5 million from state
New York has allocated $5 million to create departments, centers and institutes in upstate New York that are focused on artificial intelligence.
5. Hochul announces $60 million in Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund awards
State grants totaling $60 million will help 10 new housing and infrastructure projects take off across the Hudson Valley, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
6. Things to do in Capital Region, Hudson Valley this weekend: motorcyles, muscle cars and Pride march
Here are some suggestions for events and activities happening in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley this weekend.
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