WTEN-TV (Albany, NY)

WTEN-TV, originally launched as WCDA on October 14, 1953, began broadcasting on Channel 41. The initial transmitter was set up in Herkimer, while the studios were based in East Greenbush, NY. In November 1954, WTEN became the first television station for Capital Cities. Three years later, in 1957, it transitioned to Channel 10. By 1963, the studio relocated to Albany, and the transmitter moved to its present site in the Helderberg Mountains in New Scotland, NY. In 1978, the station changed its network affiliation from CBS to ABC. In 1989, Young Broadcasting of Albany, Inc. acquired WTEN. This company also operates a satellite station, WCDC Channel 19, located in Adams, MA, with its transmitter positioned on Mount Greylock in Massachusetts.

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‘Sinners’ puts ‘truth on screen’ for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

1 day ago | news10.com | Sophie Bates

CHOCTAW, Miss. (AP) — It’s a small part in a big movie, but for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, their scene in “Sinners” is a huge deal. The horror movie blockbuster, starring Michael B. Jordan as a gangster turned vampire slayer, paints a brief but impactful portrait of the tribe using Choctaw actors and cultural experts. For some, it’s the first time they’ve seen the Choctaw way of life accurately portrayed on the big screen.
Medical Aid in Dying bill could move forward

1 day ago | news10.com | Jamie DeLine

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)— A controversial bill known as Medical Aid in Dying could be moving forward in the New York State Legislature. Medical Aid in Dying would allow a mentally capable adult with a terminal illness and six months or less to live to have the option to request a prescription which would allow them to die. The bill recently passed in the New York Assembly and soon, it could be voted on for the first time in the Senate.
Farmers oppose bill to limit dairy cows on NY farms

2 days ago | news10.com | Jamie DeLine

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)—-At the New York State Capitol on Wednesday, Ray Dykeman stood alongside Republican lawmakers, the New York Farm Bureau, and the Northeast Dairy Producers Association to oppose a bill that would limit the size of dairy farms in the state. “To say that I’m a frustrated dairy farmer in New York State would be an understatement. I don’t understand how a bill like this even gets remotely this far,” said Ray Dykeman of Dykeman and Sons Dairy Farm.
Salvadoran court convicts 3 former army officers in the 1982 killing of 4 Dutch journalists

3 days ago | news10.com | Marcos Aleman

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — Three former Salvadoran military officers were convicted by a five-person jury late Tuesday for the 1982 killings of four Dutch journalists during the Central American nation’s civil war. They received 15-year prison sentences.
Troy man admits to having 3 kilograms of cocaine

3 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A Troy man has admitted to having three kilograms of cocaine that he intended to distribute, according to the United States Attorney’s Office. Daval Bryams, 22, faces up to 40 years in prison. In March, Byrams was arrested by state police as he and another defendant were getting off a bus in Schenectady. According to troopers, the two were allegedly found with about eight pounds of cocaine while being interviewed by troopers.
Father, son accused of stealing $1.2M from Medicaid program

3 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

SHAWANGUNK, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A father and son duo have been arrested for allegedly stealing over $1.2 million in a Medicaid Transportation fraud scheme. According to the New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli and the Ulster County District Attorney Emmanuel Nneji, Muhammad Khan, 40, and his father Mohammad Khan, 68, face multiple charges. Officials say both men own transportation services, MAK Limo and Atlas Limo, which provide Medicaid recipients with transportation in Ulster County.
6/3/2025: Heating up...

3 days ago | news10.com | Matt Mackie

The latest Storm Tracker Forecast from meteorologist Matt Mackie:Another day of high pressure will bring more sunshine and even more warmth!Temperatures will cruise to around 80 degrees in much of our area this afternoon. It may turn a bit hazy late in the day as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts over us. Thankfully, it’ll stay high in the sky and not pose much of an air quality concern.
Market 32, Price Choppers to celebrate Belmont Festival with giveaways, donations

3 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

SARATOGA, N.Y. (NEWS10)– In honor of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, from June 5 to June 8, select Market 32 and Price Chopper stores in and around Saratoga will be hosting sampling events, giveaways and hosting food drives. However, the food drive donations will run until the end of August. Shoppers will be able to enjoy free samples of Boar’s Head, Community Chips, soda products along with Saratoga Water, Paesan’s Pizza and taste a variety of beer and cider from local breweries and cideries.
5 things to know this Tuesday, June 3

3 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– Happy Tuesday! Meteorologist Matt Mackie says temperatures are expected to be in the 80s but due to wildfires in Canada, this afternoon may be hazy. New York Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado has announced he will run for governor. Also, crews began demolishing the Victory Mills factory. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know this Tuesday, June 3. 1. New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado running for governorNew York Lt. Gov.
Mayfield man admits to stealing pills from Walgreens

3 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 06:26 AM EDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 06:26 AM EDT SHARE FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A Mayfield man has pleaded guilty to breaking into a Walgreens and stealing narcotic prescription pills. According to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, Chan Sonderfan, 39, faces 5 years in prison.