Tamara Starr

New crisis residence for children opens at St. Anne Institute in Albany ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – A new crisis residence program aimed at helping children experiencing mental health emergencies is opening on Wednesday at St. Anne Institute.The program, called The Beacon Crisi...

The Beacon Crisis Residence will provide short-term residential support for youth facing acute emotional or behavioral crises who need immediate care outside of a hospital setting. #MentalHealth #BehavioralHealth #ChildrensHealth #FamilyResources @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Union leaders push for Tier 6 pension reforms ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – Governor Kathy Hochul joined labor leaders and educators at MVP Arena Sunday to push for changes to New York’s Tier 6 pension system, saying reforms are needed to help recruit an...

Labor leaders and educators rallied at MVP Arena on Sunday to push for changes to New York’s Tier 6 pension system, saying reforms are needed to help recruit and retain public workers. #PensionReform #NewYork @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Shaker Middle School highlights National School Breakfast Week LATHAM, N.Y. (WNYT) – Schools across New York are celebrating National School Breakfast Week, spotlighting the role free meals play in supporting students as hunger continues to rise statewide.At Shak...

It's always fun hanging out at the North Colonie Central School District! Especially for National School Breakfast Week! :) #SchoolBreakfast #SchoolMeals #SchoolBreakfastWeek @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Top Teacher: Lauren Wrigley- Chatham Middle School CHATHAM, N.Y. (WNYT) – A special education teacher at Chatham Middle School is being recognized as this week’s Top Teacher for transforming her classroom into a calm, welcoming space where students ca...

Lauren Wrigley is no stranger to the school’s hallways. She was once a student there, and her mother previously taught in the same classroom Wrigley now leads. #TopTeacher #ChathamMiddleSchool @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

New York lawmakers push plans to lower prescription drug prices and utility costs ahead of state budget deadline ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – New York lawmakers from both parties are advancing proposals they say will lower costs for residents, targeting prescription drug prices, health care expenses, and utility bills ...

Supporters say the New York Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act could help lower prices and prevent shortages, making New York the second state in the nation to pursue its own drug manufacturing program. #HealthcareCosts #PrescriptionDrugCosts @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

State of emergency declared as winter storm pushes through the Capital Region ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) — Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as a powerful winter storm began moving into New York, warning that the worst conditions were still to come.Speaking from the Stat...

More than 6,000 utility workers are on standby to respond to potential outages, though officials cautioned that high winds could delay restoration efforts. #winterstorm #StateOfEmergency @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Jack’s Oyster House crew preps for Valentine’s Day rush ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – With Valentine’s Day just days away, Jack’s Oyster House in downtown Albany is preparing for what staff say could be the restaurant’s busiest night of the year.NewsChannel 13’s g...

One of the many reasons why I love my job! The food at Jack's Oyster House is amazing, and I am very excited about their $55 Valentines Day lunch menu. 😍 #ValentinesDay #ValentinesDayMenu @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

NY Senate Republicans push affordable energy plan amid high winter utility bills ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – Senate Republicans are calling for immediate action to lower energy costs for New Yorkers, unveiling a legislative package they say would provide relief as residents face some of...

Lawmakers say several bills in the package would deliver immediate financial relief to customers. #UtilityCosts #Affordability @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

State report: bullying and drug incidents rise in New York schools ALBANY (WNYT) – Bullying and drug-related incidents in New York schools are increasing and have now surpassed pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report from State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.The ...

Bullying was the most frequently reported school safety issue statewide during the 2023-2024 school year, accounting for nearly 62% of all reported incidents. #SchoolSafety #NewYorkSchools @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Tamara Tries Pickleball for a good cause MENANDS, N.Y. (WNYT) – Pickleball players of all skill levels are invited to hit the courts for a cause later this month as Picklers Pickleball Club hosts “Picklers Go Purple,” a fundraising event ben...

Check out the latest #TamaraTries where I talk about an amazing fundraiser and pickleball tournament aimed to help the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern NY. #GivingBack #alzheimersawareness #TamaraTries @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Bethlehem school board to vote on elementary rezoning plan amid parent concerns BETHLEHEM, N.Y. (WNYT) – The Bethlehem Central School District Board of Education is expected to make a final decision Wednesday night on an elementary school rezoning plan that has drawn strong react...

The Bethlehem Central School District Board of Education is expected to make a final decision on Wednesday night regarding an elementary school rezoning plan that has drawn strong reactions from parents. #Rezoning #BethlehemSchools #ElementarySchools @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Looks like this will be nothing less than an amazing show! 🤗

Morning.

New PSA encourages families to prepare for ICE emergencies ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – A new public service announcement from HUDSY TV and Family of Woodstock Inc. is encouraging families to prepare for the possibility of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE...

A PSA from @hudsytv.bsky.social and Family of Woodstock Inc. is urging families to plan for any possible ICE agent emergency. And protecting children who may suddenly come back from school to an empty home. #ICEAgents #Immigration #PublicSafety @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Governor Hochul outlines affordability agenda for 2026 State of the State ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to focus her 2026 State of the State address today to highlight affordability, public safety, and child-focused initiatives as she begins a reelecti...

The 2026 State of the State address is happening today at 1 p.m. at The Egg Performing Arts Center and will focus on affordability for New Yorkers. #StateofTheState #NewYork @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

From the track to a second chance YouTube video by WNYT NewsChannel 13

I love it when I am able to do stories where my kids can even get involved in some way. My parents loved showing me ways how I can give back- and I’m grateful I can do the same with my kids.💕 #PassionMeetsPurpose @wnyt.bsky.social youtu.be/MJfQY-PDkQE?...

This is awesome!!!

Ukraine's last eastern strongholds hang on as Russia fights to take Donbas Russia is pushing to take over all of eastern Ukraine's Donbas region, where one resident tells NPR that she feels her "life depends on how our guys at the front hold on."

Russia is pushing to take over all of eastern Ukraine's Donbas region, where one resident tells NPR that she feels her "life depends on how our guys at the front hold on." n.pr/4oIxmSw

Sustainable seafood could be your secret to saving money this holiday season Two award-winning chefs say holiday meals don’t have to be expensive this year, and adding seafood to the menu might actually help families cut costs. Chefs Andrew Zimmern and Barton Seaver spoke with...

I have to thank Andrew Zimmern and Barton Seaver for taking the time to speak with me! I'm so excited about The Blue Food Cookbook, since seafood has always been one of my favorite things to cook at home. #HappyHolidays #HolidayMeals @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Troy Turkey Trot draws thousands to downtown- and puts the focus on giving back Thousands of runners, walkers, families, and volunteers filled the streets of downtown Troy Thursday morning for the 78th annual Troy Turkey Trot. This tradition brings the community together not only...

Congratulations to all the walkers and runners at the Troy Turkey Trot!!! Now, it's time to get ready for Thanksgiving dinner! 🦃 @wnyt.bsky.social #HappyThanksgiving wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Two Little Dumplings offers easy, cozy Thanksgiving side dish options With Thanksgiving just days away and temperatures expected to dip into the 30s by the holiday, many families are looking for warm, comforting dishes to round out their holiday table. For busy parents ...

As a busy mom of three, I became addicted to restaurants like Two Little Dumplings that offer frozen options to make at home for Thanksgiving! It's easy to make a bag of dumplings in around 20 minutes. #thanksgivingprep #thanksgivingsides @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Schenectady prepares for 56th Annual Holiday Parade this weekend SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (WNYT) –  Downtown Schenectady is gearing up for one of the biggest celebrations of the season as the 56th Schenectady County Holiday Parade, presented by MVP Health Care, returns th...

I wanna thank Toni's Wine Bar, Take Two Cafe , Villa Italia Bakery, and everyone at Downtown Schenectady for taking the time to speak with us this morning! I had so much fun, and I cannot wait for the parade tomorrow night! #HappyHolidays #HappyFriday @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

National Grid kicks off holiday season with decorated trucks SCHENECTADY (WNYT) – The holiday spirit is officially rolling through the Capital Region as National Grid begins its annual tradition of decorating its fleet of trucks for the season.NewsChannel 13 ca...

It's going to be a very fun holiday season!!! And I know the team at National Grid is going to be amazing at the #SchenectadyCountyHolidayParade this weekend! 🤗#HolidaySeason #HolidayParade @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Innovation drives the future of farming as industry seeks next generation of growers As technology transforms industries nationwide, local farmers are discovering how advances in agricultural engineering can reduce labor and significantly increase production. One Albany County farm is...

Indian Ladder Farm recently received a USDA grant, which enabled them to purchase a new, high-efficiency cider press- an upgrade that has already significantly impacted their daily operations. #Agriculture #FutureFarmers #agricultureengineering @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Hudson–Mohawk Weavers’ Guild hosts 47th Annual Show & Sale at Pat’s Barn The Hudson–Mohawk Weavers’ Guild is welcoming the community to its 47th Annual Show & Sale, happening November 14–16 at Pat’s Barn in North Greenbush. The three-day event is one of the largest handwea...

This is one of my personal favorite events of the year for Hudson-Mohawk Weavers Guild!! I will always cherish artisans. And I hope to gain these types of skills. #ArtisanMade #artisanlife @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

The Works Café gives back to the community with free meals for a cause GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (WNYT) – Before officially opening its doors, The Works Café is inviting the community to enjoy a complimentary meal while giving back at the same time.The new Guilderland location i...

The Works Cafe, located in Guilderland, is hosting a Community Day TODAY, offering complimentary breakfast and lunch to celebrate its grand opening. Instead of paying, guests can donate to Capital Roots. #GivingBack #CommunitySupport #foodinsecurity @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Dozens of redemption centers closing as “Better Bottle Bill” stalls in Senate ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – New York’s “Better Bottle Bill” was designed to save small businesses, protect recycling jobs, and boost environmental efforts across the state. However, months after advocates u...

The "Better Bottle Bill” aims to save small businesses, protect recycling jobs, and boost environmental efforts. But the bill still hasn’t been passed, and industry leaders say the delay is costing jobs. #BetterBottleBill #NewYork #RedemptionCenters @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Tamara Tries: Kayaking the historic Erie Canal WATERFORD, N.Y. (WNYT) – From history to adventure, the Erie Canal has long been a symbol of New York’s heritage – and this time, I decided to experience it in a whole new way: by kayak.In the latest ...

In the latest edition of #TamaraTries, I took on the challenge of paddling one of the state’s most scenic and historic waterways and discovered that the canal offers more than just a trip through history. #ErieCanal #NewYork #NewYorkHistory @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

El Rancho in Albany to host Día de los Muertos celebration on Saturday ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT) – El Rancho in Albany is inviting the community to a special Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, celebration this Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is designed to honor decea...

I love that this is open to the public, allowing us to honor and celebrate loved ones and pets who have passed away. Also, be sure to try the food! And they make the best tamales I have ever eaten! #DiaDeLosMuertos #HonoringLovedOnes @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...

Patton Magee brings western soul and New York spirit to his solo debut Patton Magee isn’t just a musician; he’s a storyteller with a sound that stretches from the Gulf Coast to New York City. The singer-songwriter, best known as frontman for The Nude Party, joined News C...

On this rainy day, it was so awesome to have #PattonMagee perform to promote his new solo album, Last Cowboy on the Prairie! Check out the full interview and studio performance! #musicalmoments #indierock @wnyt.bsky.social wnyt.com/top-stories/...