Today
in Schenectady
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A popular nationwide chain opened a new drive-thru coffee shop at 241 Watt Street and donated $6,000 to Bernard and Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Med during a donation weekend—the new spot will add 50 jobs in Schenectady and the company will host a Swag Day on August 2 where large drink buyers get a free T-shirt. WNYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CBS6 Albany leads the Capital Region with 14 New York Emmy nominations—nominations cover many news categories including weather and investigative reporting, and the 68th Annual NY Emmy Awards will occur on October 11th at the New York Marriott Marquis. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ NEWS10 received eight nominations for the 68th Annual New York Emmy Awards, announced on July 29th — the awards ceremony will be held on October 11 at the New York Marriott Marquis. This news highlights NEWS10's recognition in the television industry. News10 ABC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Schenectady homeowner, Tracey Collins, said his property on Kings Road and Queen Philomena Boulevard was struck by vehicles eight times and now he threatens a lawsuit if another incident endangers his family—he shared video of a speeding car near-miss and demanded more safety measures from the city council. The city has recently made changes to lower truck traffic and install safety improvements, but some drivers still exceed the speed limit. CBS 6 Albany
- ➤ New York filed a lawsuit against the federal government to block a law that would cut Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood—a rule that critics say violates constitutional rights and targets the provider illegally. Attorney General Letitia James and 21 other state officials argue the law forces the state to pay an extra $21 million for essential health services. News10 ABC
- ➤ On Monday, Schenectady council rejected a proposal to adopt the state Good Cause Eviction Law — instead, it formed a housing task force to study the city’s eviction rate and housing market — which will guide future policy. The Daily Gazette
- ➤ For 30 days, Schenectady Police have used a drone to handle over 500 calls, from quality-of-life issues to suspect tracking — it helped find a missing child last Thursday and a second unit will be based at Central Park Middle School in August. News10 ABC
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Psycho Mutton Chops Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Centre Street Pub — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of eclectic rockabilly and surf rock from Psycho Mutton Chops.
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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