J.T. Fetch

3 weeks ago | cbs6albany.com | J.T. Fetch

BERLIN, N.Y. (WRGB) — As the Berlin Central School District prepares for an upcoming budget vote, Interim Superintendent Dr. Maureen Long announced that the district is once again grappling with a budget deficit. Despite an improved financial outlook compared to last year, adjustments are necessary, particularly in the pre-kindergarten programs.

3 weeks ago | cbs6albany.com | J.T. Fetch

ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — School districts across the state may find some relief in the latest state budget as they work to comply with the controversial zero-emission school bus mandate. The mandate requires all new school bus purchases to be zero-emission by 2027, with the goal of having every school bus fully electric by 2035. However, the 2035 deadline is now under consideration for a potential four-year extension. Districts have been facing significant challenges in meeting the current timeline.

3 weeks ago | cbs6albany.com | J.T. Fetch

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRGB) — Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) is advocating for new legislation aimed at expanding school choice through tax incentives. "It will encourage more individuals and businesses to invest in our children's futures by establishing a 75% federal tax credit for qualifying charitable contributions made to non-profit schools with proven success," said Stefanik.

3 weeks ago | cbs6albany.com | J.T. Fetch

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (WRGB) — P1 Industries, based in Schenectady, is on a mission to rejuvenate American manufacturing by focusing on innovation and skilled labor. The company specializes in advanced machining, fabrication, and manufacturing coils for generators and turbines, serving critical sectors such as power generation, aerospace and defense, and oil and gas.

3 weeks ago | cbs6albany.com | J.T. Fetch

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRGB) — A new piece of legislation, the "Educational Choice for Children Act," is aiming to expand school choice by offering tax credits for contributions to organizations that provide scholarships for K-12 students to attend private and religious schools. Supporters argue that the tax credit incentive for donors would allow the scholarships to give parents more options for their children's education, especially those in areas with underperforming schools.