Daily Digest: McLaughlin pushes back at Hochul��s plans to bar participation in 287(g)

Also: Chowderfest returns for 27th event on Saturday in Saratoga Springs • Shenendehowa graduate Kevin Huerter headed to Detroit in 4-player, 3-team deal, AP sources say

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Happy Wednesday! Hope everyone is having a great week. Bundle up if you're heading out and about today. Before you head out or enjoy that morning cup of coffee or tea, check out some of the top stories on our website. Be safe and enjoy the day. — Ron Rosner, Senior Editor e-edition                            obituaries McLaughlin pushes back at Hochul’s plans to bar participation in 287(g) RENSSELAER COUNTY, N.Y. — Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin reaffirmed his commitment to participating in the 287(g) program after Gov. Kathy Hochul announced plans to introduce legislat… Read more → Chowderfest returns for 27th event on Saturday in Saratoga Springs SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — This weekend marks the return of one of the Spa City's most looked forward to winter traditions, Discover Saratoga's annual Chowderfest which will be taking place from 11 a… Read more → Shenendehowa graduate Kevin Huerter headed to Detroit in 4-player, 3-team deal, AP sources say By TIM REYNOLDS The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons got deeper Tuesday by agreeing to acquire Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls as the centerpiece of a four-player, three-team deal, t… Read more → HIGH SCHOOL BOYS' BASKETBALL: Stillwater, Tamarac meet in pivotal Wasaren League matchup with sectional seeding on line STILLWATER, N.Y. — With the sectional playoffs looming, every regular season high school boys' varsity basketball game left on the schedule matters even more. Vying for a higher seed in the Wasaren League, Stillwater and Tamarac's boys' varsity basketball teams met at Stillwater High School on Tuesday in a crucial late-season hardwood clash. The Warriors entered the game with an 11-6 record, while the Bengals came into the contest at 10-6. In the Wasaren League, Tamarac's 6-2 record had the edge over 5-3 Stillwater, putting the Bengals in second place in their division. By the end of the night, either […] Read more → Entertainment calendar Please email entertainment listings to entertainment518@digitalfirstmedia.com. Thursday, February 5, 2026 THE EGG:  1 Empire State Plaza, Albany. Gary Owen, 8pm. www.theegg.org PALACE THEATRE: 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. Bert Kreisher, 7 pm. www.palacealbany.org. CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE: 251 North Pearl St., Albany. Confederates, 7:30 pm. www.attherep.org. Friday, February 6, 2026 CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE: 251 North Pearl St., Albany. Confederates, 7:30 pm. www.attherep.org. Saturday, February 7, 2026 CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE: 251 North Pearl St., Albany. Confederates, 4 pm. www.attherep.org. Sunday, February 8, 2026 CAPITAL REPERTORY THEATRE: 251 North Pearl St., Albany. Confederates, 4 pm. www.attherep.org. Thursday, February 12, 2026 PROCTORS: 432 State Street, […] Read more → Trump accused of distorting history of Mexican-American War to justify heavy hand in Latin America A social media post by the White House commemorated the anniversary of the war. Read more → Federal immigration officials scout warehouses as they eye more detention space Federal immigration officials are beginning to purchase some warehouses for detention and processing facilities. Read more → Judge: Deal reached to protect identities of Epstein victims in documents release Nearly 100 victims were harmed by sloppy redactions to a massive release of Epstein documents. Read more → Federal agents must limit tear gas for now at protests outside Portland ICE building, judge says The temporary restraining order will be in effect for 14 days. Read more → House lawmaker raises new concerns over FDA's ultra-fast drug review program FDA Commissioner Marty Makary's initiative promises ultra-fast reviews for drugs aligning with "national priorities." Read more → Shenendehowa graduate Kevin Huerter headed to Detroit in 4-player, 3-team deal, AP sources say By TIM REYNOLDS The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons got deeper Tuesday by agreeing to acquire Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls as the centerpiece of a four-player, three-team deal, two people with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press. The Pistons got Huerter and Dario Saric — who was just acquired over the weekend […] Read more → Judge seems skeptical of legal justification for Pentagon's punishment of Sen. Mark Kelly Kelly claims Pentagon officials violated his First Amendment free speech rights. Read more → China to ban hidden door handles on cars starting 2027 The new requirement will take effect on Jan. 1, 2027. Read more →

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