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2 weeks ago in Sports

No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody’s last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24

It wasn't quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams' game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score Monday night, with Chicago defeating Washington 25-24 with a 38-yard field goal by new kicker Jake Moody.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Oprah Winfrey picks Megha Majumdar’s ‘A Guardian and a Thief’ for book club

Megha Majumdar's " A Guardian and a Thief," already a finalist for the National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, is now Oprah Winfrey's book club pick.

2 weeks ago in National

Rare October storm brings heavy rain and possible mudslides to Southern California

A rare October storm arrived in California on Tuesday and threatened to pummel wildfire-scarred Los Angeles neighborhoods with heavy rain, high winds and possible mudslides. Some homes were ordered to evacuate.

2 weeks ago in Community, Finance, Government, Local

Groton lawmakers to discuss 2026 budget

The Groton Town Board will discuss the 2026 budget tonight at 7:30 p.m.

2 weeks ago in Community, Finance, Government, Health, Local

Dryden to host budget workshop

The Dryden Town Board will focus on fire and ambulance services at this evening's meeting.

2 weeks ago in Local, Sports

Bills fall to Falcons; Sabres too slow for Avalanche

Find local and national sports updates here with the WHCU Sports Report.

2 weeks ago in Community, Environment, Government, Health & Wellness, Local, Politics

Proposed Lansing moratorium backed by Cayuga Lake advocates

The Cayuga Lake Watershed Network is backing Lansing's Local Law No. 7, which would ban development projects like a data center for one year.

2 weeks ago in Community, Local, Obituaries

Ex-Freeville fire chief dies at 78

Third generation Freeville firefighter and former chief Edgar Parker passed away on October 6th at the age of 78.

2 weeks ago in Community, Government, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County could reconsider COFA move

On October 7, lawmakers heard public comments during the meeting of the Legislature that were largely in opposition to the Office for the Aging’s (COFA) planned move to Lansing.

2 weeks ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Village of Horseheads: Water system leaking 160 million gallons a year

Horseheads Mayor Kevin Adams says about 60% of Horseheads' yearly water supply is being lost to leaks in the water system.

2 weeks ago in Business, Community, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Kelly’s Dockside Cafe preps for closure, selling inventory

After more than 50 years of business, Kelly’s Dockside Café will shutter its doors next month.

2 weeks ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: October 13th

(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about Queen, The Police, and…

2 weeks ago in National

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he "won't negotiate" with Democrats until they hit pause on their health care demands and reopen.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Steve Martin, Bette Midler and Goldie Hawn are among stars paying tribute to Diane Keaton

Oscar winning actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was known for her performances and style that helped shaped some of the most indelible films of all time, including "The Godfather," "Annie Hall," "Father of the Bride" and "Something's Gotta Give."

2 weeks ago in Sports

Titans fire coach Brian Callahan after 4-19 record and 1-5 start to second season

The Tennessee Titans fired Brian Callahan on Monday after a 1-5 start to his second season, making him the first NFL head coach ousted this season.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini

Cape Verde will play in the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini 3-0 to win its group in African qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Monday.

2 weeks ago in Pet of the Week

Pets of the week: October 13th

Buster, Nutmeg, Nellie, and Koda from CNY Snap and the Cortland County SPCA are looking for their forever homes.

2 weeks ago in Community, Home & Garden, Local, Real Estate

Board rejects housing addition plan in Cayuga Heights

An apartment building addition at a former fraternity home at 306 Highland Road in Cayuga Heights had been under consideration for several months.

2 weeks ago in Community, Government, Local, Regional

Johnson City dental office receives award

On Oct. 9, Webb presented a New York State Senate Empire Award to Hatala Orthodontics in Johnson City.

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

With drone assistance, Cortland PD locates missing elderly man

A 73-year-old man, who is not from the area and has dementia, was located safely at Randall Park after being reported missing on October 11th.

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2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, Kenny Loggins and David Byrne are among Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees

Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, LL Cool J, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and Talking Heads' David Byrne are among the impressive list of nominees for the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame class, an eclectic mix of pop, hip-hop, folk and rock innovators.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Miami Heat’s Rozier, Trail Blazers’ Billups arrested in federal gambling probe, sources say

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups have been arrested in connection with a federal investigation into sports betting, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Bon Jovi is hitting the road. Band announces first tour since Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery

Decades into his career and the unthinkable happened. It was 2022, and Jon Bon Jovi began struggling through his songs. He saw a doctor who said one of his vocal cords was atrophying. He needed major surgery.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

MusiCares names Mariah Carey its 2026 Person of the Year

MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor Mariah Carey as its 2026 Person of the Year.