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2 weeks ago in Local, Sports

Yankees bring back outfielder; Rangers lose in Vegas

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

2 weeks ago in Crime, Local

Endwell man tried to rape teen girl, deputies say

A 54-year-old Broome County man is accused of trying to have sex with someone underage. 

2 weeks ago in Community, Education, Local, Regional

TC3, SU sign transfer agreement

TC3 and Syracuse University are now allowing students who have their associate's degree to enroll in online bachelor's programs at SU.

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

NYS Department of Health: Beware of prescription scam

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) says scammers are posing as a DOH employee and asking for personal information in regard to a controlled substance prescription.

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Mural of famous street musician to be unveiled Thursday in Owego

On November 20, TAC, artist Michelle Schleider, and project partners will officially unveil a mural of the likeness of musician, poet, instrument maker, and avant-garde composer Moondog.

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

Tompkins County Office for the Aging to host Family Caregiver Recognition Event Thursday

On November 20, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging is hosting a Family Caregiver Recognition Event to highlight the word that family caregivers do.

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Royal Court co-owner passes away two weeks after closing

On November 9, Dororthy Sturtevant, who co-owned the Royal Court Restaurant with her sister Marilyn, passed away at the age of 96.

2 weeks ago in Community, Finance, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Ithaca launches search for city controller

On November 18, Ithaca officially launched the most current search for the de facto chief financial officer, after several recent unsuccessful attempts.

2 weeks ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County Code Blue Shelter on schedule to open November 24

Tompkins County's new Code Blue Shelter on Cherry Street at the former Found location is set to open on November 24th, 2025.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Man charged with murder in shooting of Oakland football coach and ‘Last Chance U’ star John Beam

A 27-year-old man was charged Monday with murder in the shooting death of celebrated former football coach John Beam, who died Friday after being shot in the head on the junior college campus in Oakland where he worked.

2 weeks ago in National

Here’s what’s in the opioid settlement against OxyContin maker Purdue and the Sackler family

Members of the Sackler family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma must pay billions of dollars to settle a flood of lawsuits over the harms of opioids, in a new deal formally approved by a federal bankruptcy judge on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Labubu and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to dazzle at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s what to know

Two things that made massive cultural splashes this year — Labubu and "KPop Demon Hunters" — will fill the sky and streets of New York when the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off this year.

2 weeks ago in National

House votes overwhelmingly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Senate

The House voted overwhelmingly in favor of a bill Tuesday to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a remarkable display of approval for an effort that had struggled for months to overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership.

2 weeks ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: November 18th

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

2 weeks ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local

United Way of Tompkins County responds to HEAP delays with one-time payments

United Way of Tompkins County is partially reopening its 211/ALICE Program to county residents.

2 weeks ago in Community, Food Scene, Local

Happy Compromise Farm + Sanctuary offers fresh, free produce for all

Happy Compromise Farm + Sanctuary in Waverly offers free, fresh produce, plant starts, seeds, and more.

2 weeks ago in Environment, Government, Local

Caroline board to discuss solar law

The Caroline Planning Board will discuss the town's solar law tonight at 7:30 p.m.

2 weeks ago in Community, Environment, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Real Estate

Cayuga Heights leaders share thoughts on housing proposal

A townhouse development on East Upland Road is under consideration by the Cayuga Heights Planning Board.

2 weeks ago in Holiday Guide, Music Scene

Cayuga Chamber Orchestra announces ‘Handel’s Messiah’ set for December

The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra will perform 'Handel's Messiah' on December 6th at Ithaca College.

2 weeks ago in Holiday Guide

Holiday markets and craft fairs in Cortland and Ithaca this year

Holiday pop-ups, markets, and craft fairs can all be found in Cortland and Ithaca this year.

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10 hours ago in Sports, Trending

NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.

11 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony

President Donald Trump didn't bring much holiday cheer Tuesday when bestowing ceremonial pardons on two Thanksgiving turkeys, dispensing more insults than goodwill at the traditional White House ritual.

5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday

With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.

5 days ago in Sports, Trending

Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games — missing a little of its usual magic. Bad weather lashing western Greece forced organizers to move the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, from Olympia's ancient stadium and temples to a nearby museum.