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3 weeks ago

Homicide investigation underway in Homer

On October 8, the Cortland County Sheriff's Office and Homer Police Department responded to a shooting just before 3:30 a.m. at a residence near Grove Street and Route 281.

3 weeks ago

Four locals charged in alleged CNY drug trafficking ring

Four locals are among the 17 people who have been indicted on a total of 125 crimes for their alleged roles in purchasing and distributing drugs.

3 weeks ago

Despite shutdown, smooth operations at Ithaca airport

On Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

3 weeks ago

Tompkins, Cortland counties to receive state funding for 911 infrastructure

Senator Lea Webb says nearly $4.5 million will support the implementation of Next Generation 911 in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.

3 weeks ago

CPSC: Jocute Baby Loungers pose injury, death risk

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jocute Baby Loungers do not meet the mandatory standard for infant sleep products.

3 weeks ago

Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District receives funding for water quality projects at local farms

The Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District has received nearly $290,000 in financial support to help five local farms.

3 weeks ago

Friends of the Tompkins County Library book sale begins Saturday in Ithaca

On October 11, the Fall edition of the popular biannual book sale kicks off in Ithaca from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

3 weeks ago

Cornell Navy midshipman selected as national ROTC scholarship finalist

Navy Midshipman Kylie Williamson has been selected as one of 15 finalists for the Navy Federal Credit Union ROTC All-American Scholarship Program.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca announces public hearings on ’26 budget proposal

The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.

3 weeks ago

Independent legislative candidate focused on Tompkins County affordability

Independent legislative candidate Michelle Wright would like to see property tax bodies like school boards, towns, and cities work together.

3 weeks ago

Bath PD looking for missing woman

53-year-old Nikki Wright of Bath has not been seen since September 16th.

3 weeks ago

Authorities seize 18 dogs, find 8 more dead at Geneva home

On October 2, authorities executed a search warrant at the home of 65-year-old Brian Hess and 68-year-old Rosemarie Bruno-Hess after receiving a complaint of malnourished dogs.

3 weeks ago

Oberacker announces Congressional campaign in District 19

Senator Peter Oberacker announced Monday, Oct. 6 he will seek the Republican nomination in next year’s midterm elections in District 19.

3 weeks ago

IPD, state, federal authorities investigating threatening email

On October 6, the threat was sent to schools, and according to IPD, businesses, and elected officials, "in and around the City of Ithaca."

3 weeks ago

Tonight in Ithaca: Flock Safety reps to attend Tompkins County Legislature meeting

Tonight, you can voice your concerns about privacy and how data from the company's license plate readers and security cameras is being used in Tompkins County.

3 weeks ago

Coddington Road Community Center asks for input in outdoor phase of expansion project

The Coddington Road Community Center’s new building is nearly complete, but landscape planners are asking for feedback.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca mayor establishes committee to review compensation for elected officials

On October 3, Mayor Robert Cantelmo announced the creation of the Elected Officials Compensation Review Advisory Committee.

3 weeks ago

One dead in Newfield crash

On October 5, deputies were called to a two-vehicle crash with serious injuries around 11:15 a.m. in Newfield.

3 weeks ago

TST BOCES end school lockout after e-mail threat

TST BOCES says several school districts in the area received an e-mail threat early this morning, which triggered immediate lockout procedures.

3 weeks ago

Mannion to host tele town hall

A districtwide telephone conference being held tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. will include updates from Rep. Mannion on efforts to reopen the government.

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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.