ALBANY — The blue is ditching blue. State police across New York plan to phase out blue patrol vehicles for a new smoky gray fleet — the first drastic color switch of the like in 50 years.

Almost 75% of New York City Police Department cars are beyond their normal life cycle, needing replacement at a time when the department is struggling to attract and retain officers ...

“We are deeply grateful to the State of New York for these grant funds to replace two of our patrol cars. Mileage and wear and tear add up quickly, and these vehicles will provide safer, more reliable ...