5 things to know this Friday, July 26

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Friday! According to Meteorologist Matt Mackie, it will be bright and sunny with low humidity and temperatures in the 80s this afternoon.

A small sea plane crashed into the Hudson River on Thursday afternoon. Also, Former President Obama and Michelle Obama officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 election. This, and more, in your five things to know this Friday.

1. Sea plane crashes into Hudson River in Catskill

A small sea plane crashed into the Hudson River in Catskill Thursday evening. Around 5 p.m., the single-engine plane crashed in the area of Dutchman’s Landing after having a mechanical issue.

2. Former President Obama and Michelle Obama endorse Harris

Former President Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama gave their highly-anticipated endorsement for Vice President Harris on Friday. The Harris campaign released a one-minute video entitled “Endorsement” featuring a phone call, during which the Obamas gave their support to Harris.

3. Western Avenue lane closures in Guilderland to begin July 29

Weekday lane closures on Western Avenue (Route 20) in the town of Guilderland will begin on July 29. The lane closures will take place on Western Avenue from State Route 155 to Carman Road.

4. Hochul, DOT sued over congestion pricing

Congestion pricing advocates filed two lawsuits against New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday. They accused Hochul—and by extension, the Department of Transportation (DOT)—of violating state law mandating climate action when she unilaterally nixed the environmental program weeks before its start date.

5. Decision made for Troy’s planning commission

Leaders in Troy came together at the city council meeting on Thursday to vote on the mayor’s proposal to replace the current planning commission, also known as local law three. NEWS10 was at the meeting that decided the fate of the mayor’s request.