Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Schenectady. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Edward Leon remains in jail after a federal court denied his bail, citing his violent history and flight risk—he is accused of setting a deadly home fire in 2013 that killed four in Schenectady. CBS 6 Albany
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Hunter Road at the Thruway overpass was reduced to a single lane on August 9th following damage to the bridge — motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling through the area. CBS 6 Albany
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