Award Presentation for Real Heroes that Saved Lives in the Southern Tier

Award Presentation for Real Heroes that Saved Lives in the Southern Tier

Friday night, heroes that have saved lives in the Southern Tier were recognized by the Red Cross. This a look into some of those incredible stories.

10 hrs 9 mins ago by Max Coven
2024 Primary: The Race for Attorney General

2024 Primary: The Race for Attorney General

All 7 candidates YOU can choose from on the ballot on Tuesday.

10 hrs 19 mins ago by Kara Jeffers
Ukraine's Prime Minister Advocates for Congressional Aid Package, Hopes American Businesses Invest in Ukraine

Ukraine's Prime Minister Advocates for Congressional Aid Package, Hopes American Businesses Invest in Ukraine

Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine’s Prime Minister, wrapped up a trip to the US. He’s here looking to bring in economic support and recovery to Ukraine as well as advocate for congressional aid for Ukraine. 

11 hrs 35 mins ago by Rachel Knapp
Dunkin' in Elmira presents check for Investigator Theetge and family

Dunkin' in Elmira presents check for Investigator Theetge and family

As part of their reopening on Friday, April 19th, The Dunkin' Donuts location at 1141 Broadway Street in Elmira presented a check dedicated to Officer Theetge and his family to aid in recovery efforts.

11 hrs 52 mins ago by Alecia Solorzano
Tioga Downs arsonist sentenced to 7-15 years in prison

Tioga Downs arsonist sentenced to 7-15 years in prison

Boyd Fenton, 33, who set fire to a horse barn at Tioga Downs on Nov. 9th, 2023, was sentenced at Tioga County Court on Friday. 30 racehorses died in the fire and a trainer was hurt when they tried to rescue horses from the flames.  

12 hrs 27 mins ago by Alexandra Deryn
Biden Hits Campaign Trail in PA, Pitches New Tax Plan Criticized by Republicans

Biden Hits Campaign Trail in PA, Pitches New Tax Plan Criticized by Republicans

This week in Pennsylvania, President Biden made stops in his hometown of Scranton, Pittsburgh Philadelphia as he pitched his tax plan which focuses on having the rich pay their fair share and strengthening the middle class. 

14 hrs 44 mins ago by Brendan Scanland
Mark Your Calendars for Earth Day Events in the Twin Tiers

Mark Your Calendars for Earth Day Events in the Twin Tiers

Earth Day events are happening across the Twin Tiers this weekend. This is where you can go to lend a hand.

15 hrs 38 mins ago by Max Coven
New York state budget almost across the finish line

New York state budget almost across the finish line

The final budget plan makes it way towards the finish line in Albany.  

9 hrs 47 mins ago by Elise Kline
Police officer respond to incident in Elmira blocking off street

Police officer respond to incident in Elmira blocking off street

Last night around midnight, police officers surrounded a home on West First Street and Elm Street in the City of Elmira.  

21 hrs 17 mins ago by Crystal Bermudez & Renata Stiehl
Community Outraged after Schuyler Co. Veteran Service Director Forced to Resign

Community Outraged after Schuyler Co. Veteran Service Director Forced to Resign

On Thursday, the Director of Schuyler County Veteran Service was asked to resign. Veterans attended a regularly scheduled Council of Governments meeting in Montour Falls and responded to Kristine Gardner's resignation.

April 18th, 10:15 PM EDT by Max Coven
$9,000 Donated to Theetge Family through Dunkin Fundraiser

$9,000 Donated to Theetge Family through Dunkin Fundraiser

A group of local Dunkin' franchisees donated $9,000 to the Chemung County Sheriff's Office to help wounded Investigator, Michael Theetge.

April 18th, 9:23 PM EDT by Renata Stiehl
2024 Primaries: The Race for State Auditor

2024 Primaries: The Race for State Auditor

Learn about the Democrats running for state auditor.

April 18th, 8:58 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
House Moves Forward with Foreign Aid Package as Johnson Faces Pressure from GOP Hardliners

House Moves Forward with Foreign Aid Package as Johnson Faces Pressure from GOP Hardliners

The House Rules Committee considered a foreign aid package totaling roughly $95 billion, similar to the foreign aid package passed by the Senate in Feb. It includes about $61 billion for Ukraine, $26 billion for Israel and $8 billion for the Indo-Pacific

April 18th, 6:54 PM EDT by Brendan Scanland
Medicaid spending increases state budget total

Medicaid spending increases state budget total

Medicaid in this years budget drives spending increases.

April 18th, 6:22 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Horseheads Central School District workshops budget, talks job cuts and budget deficit

Horseheads Central School District workshops budget, talks job cuts and budget deficit

After the threat of job cuts and a looming budget deficit, the Horseheads Central School District held a budget workshop Wednesday night to try and tackle community concerns.  

April 17th, 11:58 PM EDT by Morrissey Walsh
Montour Falls Community Gathers in Prayer to Honor Fallen and Injured Law Enforcement Officers

Montour Falls Community Gathers in Prayer to Honor Fallen and Injured Law Enforcement Officers

On Wednesday night, the Montour Falls United Church honored injured and fallen law enforcement officers. The evening was about prayer and community.

April 17th, 9:39 PM EDT by Max Coven
Assemblyman Phil Palmesano Shares His Story About Organ Donation in Hopes of Encouraging Others to Become a Donor

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano Shares His Story About Organ Donation in Hopes of Encouraging Others to Become a Donor

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano said his sister was a two-time kidney transplant recipient and encourages people to consider donating, as he's a living donor himself.

April 17th, 9:20 PM EDT by Linsey Madison
Doula Reimbursements Part of Black Maternal Health Week Policy Goals

Doula Reimbursements Part of Black Maternal Health Week Policy Goals

Doula. Sounds like it looks. Profession that helps mothers before, during, and after a birth.

April 17th, 6:56 PM EDT by Kara Jeffers
Big budget drama in Albany

Big budget drama in Albany

Challenges continue to surround the New York State budget that is more than two weeks late.

April 17th, 6:22 PM EDT by Elise Kline
Members Push DOJ to Denounce "Racist" Insular Cases Which Shaped, Limited Rights in US Territories

Members Push DOJ to Denounce "Racist" Insular Cases Which Shaped, Limited Rights in US Territories

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressional lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, are pushing the Department of Justice to condemn the Insular Cases. From 1901 to 1922, a series of the Insular Cases helped shape the landscape for people in US territories. These case

April 17th, 5:52 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
NYS requiring engineering study before Brand Park Memorial Pool demolition can begin
NYS requiring engineering study before Brand Park Memorial Pool demolition can begin

According to officials, plans for the demolition of Brand Park Pool have hit a snag. In March, the city received approval from NYS to tear down the pool, but the mayor said the state is requiring another step in the process before demolition can begin.

Jill Stein launches her New York ballot access drive
Jill Stein launches her New York ballot access drive

As the presidential election gets closer, Green Party candidate Jill Stein is trying to get herself on the ballot in New York.

Overcoming tragedy: a new barn being built at Tioga Downs
Overcoming tragedy: a new barn being built at Tioga Downs

Back on November 9th, 2023, a man burned down a horse barn at Tioga Downs, killing 30 racehorses inside. Fast forward to today, there seems to be a little good that has come from the tragedy.

PA Reps. Kelly, Meuser React to Speaker's Foreign Aid Proposal
PA Reps. Kelly, Meuser React to Speaker's Foreign Aid Proposal

WASHINGTON, D.C. - After months of stalling, the House of Representatives might take up legislation that aims to help our foreign allies. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R- LA) told members he’s considering separate votes for Israel, Ukraine and

April 16th, 5:44 PM EDT
Possible Hepatitis A Exposure at Restaurant in Yates County
Possible Hepatitis A Exposure at Restaurant in Yates County

Yates County Public Health announced announced that anyone who ate food at the Main Deck restaurant between April 4 and April 12 may have been exposed to hepatitis A.

Fallen CNY Law Enforcement Identified
Fallen CNY Law Enforcement Identified

Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen, and Onondaga County Sheriff's Office Lt. Michael Hoosock both died in the line of duty on April 14th. 

New Yorkers stand in solidarity for immigration rally in Albany
New Yorkers stand in solidarity for immigration rally in Albany

Advocates are calling for the passage of a few bills they feel will help immigrant communities.

Hochul reaches conceptual budget agreement with legislative leaders
Hochul reaches conceptual budget agreement with legislative leaders

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a conceptual agreement with legislative leaders on the New York State budget.