5 things to know this Tuesday, February 6
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Tuesday! According to Meteorologist Matt Mackie, we can expect a slightly cooler, less breezy day with temperatures hovering around 40.
The Albany Police Department has confirmed that a body was located at around 7:15 a.m. on Monday. The deceased is a female individual. Also, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Nicks will take the MVP Arena stage after 12 shows were added to her highly anticipated tour. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Tuesday morning.
1. Woman’s body found in Albany, investigations underway
The Albany Police Department has confirmed that a body was located at around 7:15 a.m. on Monday. The deceased is a female individual.
2. Washington Co. reacts to Hochul prison closure talks
You’ve heard of college and resort towns but what about prison towns? Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed the advancement of legislation allowing the state to close up to five prisons, to make the correctional system more efficient. Leaders in communities like Comstock say the potential loss of prisons like Great Meadows would economically devastate them.
3. Saratoga Casino Hotel evacuates after bomb threat
On Sunday night, the Saratoga Casino Hotel was evacuated after a bomb threat, according to Saratoga Police. At this time there have been no arrests made and police say no bombs were found after detection canines did a sweep of the area.
4. Locals look forward to potential for Central Warehouse area
Locals have reimagined what the Central Warehouse area could look like once it’s torn down. Many would like to see waterfront access.
5. Stevie Nicks to perform at MVP Arena
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Nicks will take the MVP Arena stage after 12 shows were added to her highly anticipated tour. She’ll perform at the MVP Arena on Wednesday, June 12, and tickets for the show will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. online.