3 weeks ago in Community, Government, Local, Politics, Regional

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 in Community, Health, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

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 in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

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 in Community, Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

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 in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

3 weeks ago in World

Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

3 weeks ago in National

National Guard members from Texas are in Illinois in Trump’s latest move to send troops to cities

National Guard members from Texas were at an Army Reserve center in Illinois on Tuesday, the most visible sign yet of the Trump administration's plan to send troops to the Chicago area despite a lawsuit and vigorous opposition from Democratic elected leaders.

3 weeks ago in Sports

NFL fines Jerry Jones $250,000 for obscene MetLife gesture he says was inadvertent

The NFL said Tuesday it has fined Jerry Jones $250,000 for an obscene gesture toward fans at MetLife Stadium that the Dallas owner said was "inadvertent" and intended for fans of the Cowboys, not the New York Jets.

3 weeks ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: October 7th

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

3 weeks ago in Sports

Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40

When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago.

3 weeks ago in Ask The Expert, Chet Osadchey

Why local business owners should voice their own radio ads

(607NewsNow) — In the world of local advertising, authenticity matters more than perfection. When a business owner voices their own radio ad,…

3 weeks ago in Ask The Expert, Sprague and Jackson

Ask Angie: Last-minute tax prep before the deadline

Prepare for the October 15th tax return deadline for business owners with Angie Jackson.

3 weeks ago in Education, Local, Sports

Schoellkopf Field to become more accessible

Athletics Director Dr. Nicki Moore said handrails will be installed at Schoellkopf Field.

3 weeks ago in Community, Education, Local, Regional

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 in Community, Health, Local

No injuries in Cortlandville brush fire

On Oct. 6, the Cortlandville Fire Department responded to the area of South Hill Road and Route 11.

3 weeks ago in Community, Finance, Government, Local, Politics

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 in National

Attorney General Bondi faces Senate questions over political pressure on Justice Department

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing lawmakers at a congressional hearing Tuesday amid growing questions about political influence over a Justice Department that has already criminally charged one of President Donald Trump's longtime foes and is facing intense White House pressure to prosecute others.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day

It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That's according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Mistake-prone Chiefs blame themselves for crushing loss at Jaguars

Patrick Mahomes had an interception returned 99 yards for a touchdown and the Chiefs were flagged 13 times for 109 yards in a 31-28 loss to the Jaguars. Four of those penalties came in the final 1:45. The mounting mistakes proved to be the difference in a back-and-forth game, the fifth one of the NFL's Week 5 decided in the final 30 seconds.

3 weeks ago in World

Nobel Prize in Physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology

John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis won the Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday for research on the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.