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11 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Sinners,’ ‘Wicked: For Good,’ ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ advance in Oscars shortlists
Ryan Coogler's bluesy vampire thriller "Sinners," the big screen musical "Wicked: For Good" and the Netflix phenomenon "KPop Demon Hunters" are all a step closer to an Oscar nomination.
Tompkins County Health officials seek info about dog bite near Hanshaw and Freese Road
ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – Health officials seek information about a dog bite in Ithaca. On December 16, a cross-country skier…
11 hours ago in World
The US labels another Latin American cartel a terrorist group as the anti-drug war escalates
The Trump administration on Tuesday designated another Latin American drug cartel as a foreign terrorist organization, increasing financial pressure on its members and opening the door to potential military action against them.
11 hours ago in Sports
FIFA slashes price of some World Cup tickets to $60 after global fan backlash
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets for teams' most loyal fans following a global backlash and some will get $60 seats for the final instead of being asked to pay $4,185.
Dairy Queen returning to Ithaca
Dairy Queen is moving into the former Tim Horton’s across from Home Depot on Elmira Road.
18 hours ago in World
Zelenskyy says proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says proposals being negotiated with U.S. officials for a deal to end the fighting in Russia's nearly 4-year-old invasion of his country could be finalized within days, after which American envoys will present them to the Kremlin before possible further meetings in the U.S. next weekend.
18 hours ago in Sports
Cooper Flagg becomes youngest player to score 42 points but laments Mavericks’ overtime loss to Jazz
Cooper Flagg scored the most points by an 18-year-old in NBA history, but he couldn't enjoy the accomplishment because it came in a loss. Flagg had 42 points — topping the previous mark of 37 set by LeBron James on Dec. 13, 2003 — in a 140-133 loss to the Utah Jazz on Monday night.
18 hours ago in Sports
Aaron Rodgers and Steelers freeze out Dolphins, stay atop AFC North with 28-15 win
Aaron Rodgers passed for 224 yards and two touchdowns and Pittsburgh kept its grasp on the top spot in the AFC North with a clinical 28-15 victory over the Dolphins, who were eliminated from playoff contention.
18 hours ago in Entertainment
‘General Hospital’ star Anthony Geary of Luke and Laura fame dies at 78
Anthony Geary, who rose to fame in the 1970s and '80s as half the daytime TV super couple Luke and Laura on "General Hospital," has died. He was 78.
18 hours ago in Entertainment
Prosecutors will charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents
Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, Los Angeles County prosecutors said Tuesday.
19 hours ago in Lifestyle
Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.
Cortland officials consider salary bumps for city employees
A 2% salary increase for full-time employees is included in the City of Cortland's proposed budget for 2026.
Knicks favored to win NBA Cup; Rangers fall to Ducks
Find updates on the New York Knicks, Syracuse Orange, New York Jets, and more with the WHCU Sports Report.
Ithaca alderperson-elect lists goals for 2026
Alderperson-elect Pat Sewell tells 607 News Now what his plans are when he takes his seat next month representing Ithaca’s third ward.
Hornell man accused of trying to stab deputy
24-year-old Adriam Palmer allegedly resisted arrest by trying to stab an arresting officer on Friday, December 12th.
Parking lot argument leads to gun charge for 2 in Cortlandville
On December 12, State Police were called to Squeaky Clean car wash on State Route 222 around 11 a.m. for a report of a domestic disturbance.
Village ice rink opens Saturday in Homer
On December 20, you can lace 'em up at the George Vernum Park municipal courts behind the Homer Fire Department.
Ovid pair charged with alleged wallet theft
On December 13, deputies arrested 58-year-old Julia Collins and 54-year-old William Campbell for grand larceny, misdemeanor petit larceny, and misdemeanor conspiracy.
On this day in rock history: December 15th
(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about Yoko Ono, The…
1 day ago in National
Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security
Authorities knocked on doors Monday searching for any video there might be of the Brown University gunman, who could be seen in grainy footage walking away from the weekend attack that killed two students and wounded nine others.
