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.

Your Weather Planner

We'll see mostly clear skies tonight as winds gradually diminish.

After a dry start Saturday, look for spotty showers to move through during the afternoon and early evening. Highs will be in the mid-to-upper 50s.

Sunday will be bright, but cold and brisk with highs in the 40s.

Look for our next chance for rain and snow by Monday.

Tomorrow's Forecast


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Today's Big Stories

1. 'There was just a screeching': Albany-bound flight stopped before taking off from taxiway

The FAA is investigating how a flight from Florida to Albany almost took off from a taxiway rather than a runway Thursday before an air traffic controller stopped the plane. One passenger described being shaken by the incident.

2. Guilderland teacher charged in Crossgates Mall weapon case

A middle school teacher in Guilderland is charged with possessing a weapon in a case involving a pistol recovered from Crossgates Mall, police said Friday.

3. East Greenbush police warn of black bears in area

East Greenbush police are warning residents about wild black bears roaming the area. 

4. Propane leak caused deadly explosion in Hurley, State Police say

State Police on Friday released the cause of an explosion that killed two people in Hurley.

5. Things to do in Capital Region, Hudson Valley this weekend

Here are some suggestions for events and activities happening in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley on this first weekend of spring.

6. Trump acknowledges concerns over Musk's business interests and says he shouldn't get war plans

President Donald Trump said Friday that war plans should not be shared with his adviser Elon Musk because of his business interests.