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No cause yet in Ithaca house fire
An abandoned house on N. Plain. St. in Ithaca was heavily damaged by fire on July 25.
Argument becomes assault on Ithaca Commons, police say
30-year-old Marcus Collins is accused of assault near Center Ithaca on the Commons.
IPD looking for info after reported stabbing at Asteri
A man was stabbed in the Asteri Ithaca building, police said.
6 days ago in Sports
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.
6 days ago in Sports
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence
CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
6 days ago in National
Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.
Newfield man accused of stealing electricity from vacant apartment
According to State Police, a Newfield man entered a vacant, neighboring apartment and used a power cord to steal electricity.
Cornell Botanic Gardens tours offered through October
Those interested in exploring Cornell's Botanic Gardens can take a Highlight Tour this Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive
If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.
6 days ago in National
There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.
Tompkins County finance director to step down Aug. 20
Darrel Tuttle announced his resignation at the July 21st Tompkins County Legislature meeting.
Annual Route 90 Garage Sale begins today from Homer to Montezuma
There are roughly 50 miles of garage sales over the next three days along Route 90 in Cortland and Cayuga County.
Local YMCAs to offer free youth lessons through NY SWIMS
New York is offering free swim lessons for children ages 0-12 through participating YMCAs, including locations in Ithaca, Cortland and Binghamton.
ILR School receives largest one-time gift from alum and wife
Cornell alum Edwin Baum and his wife, Holly Wallace, have gifted $10 million to the ILR School in support of its High Road NYC program.
Owego woman charged with reckless endangerment, arson
Sonya Morris is facing multiple charges after an alleged domestic violence incident on Belva Lockwood Lane.
Cortland County jury returns partial verdict in Burda case
On July 21, Steven Burda was convicted on nine criminal charges related to a January 2024 shooting, but the jury was deadlocked on charges of attempted murder of a police officer.
Maru Korea switches back to Maru Ramen, brings back original menu
After six months of a new name and menu, Maru Korea will change its name back to Maru Ramen.
Hangar Theatre receives praise from legislators
Tompkins County lawmakers are applauding the Ithaca venue.
