Albany

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — An exhibit of 10 battle flags carried during the third year of the Civil War is on display in New York's Capitol. The exhibit called "1863: Loyal Till Death" has flags from units across the state, including two used during the Battle of Gettysburg.

Before we get into this story, can we address the fact that there is an actual Ice Cream company called 'Mr. Ding-A-Ling?' Did everyone know this but us?

The New York State Thruway Authority and New York State Troop T are reminding motorists of the danger of deer season with their annual “Antler Alert.”

Many are wondering how the closing of the stock market will affect the market.

Early Tuesday morning governor Andrew Cuomo received word from the White House that President Barack Obama had signed a major disaster declaration for New York.

Whether it's Hurricane Sandy or another natural disaster, it's always comforting to know you're prepared for whatever comes your way. Here, you will find a guide, courtesy of the Delaware County Department of Emergency Services.

With Hurricane Sandy's imminent landfall in the northeast, possibly New York, it evokes memories of last year's Hurricane Irene, from which several local communities are still recovering.

At first, Hurricane Sandy was forecast to head out into the Atlantic Ocean. Then, it was a 50-50 shot of coming ashore in the northeast. Now, forecasters say it's imminent.

New York State is facing a growing obesity problem that costs nearly $12 billion each year, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said in a speech Wednesday to the Association of New York State youth bureaus.

The State Labor Department recently released local area unemployment rates for September, which are developed using a procedure determined by the U.S. Department of Labor.