Upstate new York news

Just months removed from signing a major Nashville record deal, country riser David J, from Rotterdam, announced a "homecoming show" in Albany later this month with fellow country star Niko Moon.

One or the areas largest reptile expos is returning to Albany this fall. It features over 84,000 sq. ft. of exotic pets and interesting animals!

Which area restaurant has the best? Whether it's from a national chain or a mom-and-pop, we ranked the 9 tastiest fried chicken sandwiches in the Capital Region!

Know anybody who should try out for American Idol? Luke and the crew are back for another season. and they're looking for fresh talent here in New York State!

You don't have to go back 100 years to see a drastic change in Albany, it's pretty remarkable after only 15! See 10 local landmarks 'then vs. now' using Google Maps

A video taken in the Adirondacks shows a cute bear cub dancing like he's Michael Jackson. Watch him dance and "Moonwalk" back to momma in this adorable vid!

This champion bloodline colt was sold for a whopping $4 million dollars, the most amount spent on a racehorse at Fasig-Tipton in Saratoga in nearly 25 years!

Police sent out a community reminder on Monday warning residents that car thieves in the Albany area have been very active lately, and are targeting certain drivers.

Missing: Troy Police say a 10-year-old girl was last seen on Tuesday night, and she may be in danger. They also want information on the person last seen with her.

Love her or not, Taylor Swift is singlehandedly changing the US economy with the success or her "Eras Tour". Hard to believe that 15 years ago she was an opener for Rascal Flatts at the NY State Fair in Syracuse. See video here!

It was a big night of country music in Downtown Albany with Big Sky Country and Eli Young Band! Check out artist and fan pics here in our GNA Hotshots gallery.

Lucky to be alive! State Police in Upstate NY say a 16-year-old was arrested for driving drunk in excess of 100 MPH with 9 other kids inside the car.