Downstate New York

It was one simple key piece of evidence, that was left behind, that officers say helped them crack the case.

With many residents saying that the government hasn't given the public enough disclosure on the issue, there could be a few people wanting to take matters into their hands.

This resident even makes the chilling claim that these objects appeared to follow them, and that they felt like they were "being watched while walking home."

Some are warning there's other big factors that are aiding the sharp decline. What could New York look like by 2050?

The Jennings Creek Wildfire continues to burn, as the blaze has now spread to over 5,000 acres across parts of south Orange County, New York and northern New Jersey.

Is there any relief in sight?

Do you like the Upstate Halfmoon Cookie? Or are you a bigger fan of the "Downstate" Black and White Cookie?

The Hudson Valley is not considered Upstate New York. I'll argue this until I'm blue in the face, however now I don't have to.