ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Special Olympics New York came to Ithaca this weekend for the State Summer Games after COVID postponed the last two years of competition.

WENY News continues to share the stories of Vietnam veterans in the Twin Tiers. This week, we are talking with Mark Goldman who served in the U.S. Navy.

The Ithaca Police Department is investigating two separate burglaries that occurred during the overnight hours of June 22nd to June 23rd.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On a rainy Thursday morning, the Supreme Court released a major ruling on gun rights. In a six to three decision, the Court struck down a New York law that placed strict limits on carrying guns outside the home. New York state was one o

President Joe Biden is preparing to call on Congress to suspend the federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months.

American Airlines is ending service to and from Ithaca, effective September 7th.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - For the first time in nearly three decades, Congress could pass major gun reform legislation. The Senate took a step forward on this issue after weeks of bipartisan negotiations. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D- NY) said he want

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Starting September 7, American Airlines is ending service to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, due to the pilot shortage. The company will also stop flying to Islip, New York, Toledo, Ohio and Dubuque, Iowa. Ithaca and the othe

Ithaca, NY (WENY)-- A brand new affordable housing apartment complex held its grand opening celebrations Tuesday morning in Ithaca. West End Heights, located on 701 W. Court Street, was the creation of Lakeview Health Services, multiple New York State age

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Within the next few days, we can expect the Supreme Court to release their decision on an abortion rights case, which could overturn Roe v. Wade, which legalizes abortions. Protesters on both sides of the abortion rights issue rally out

One person's trash is another's treasure. Zero Waste Ithaca, an Ithaca grassroots community group, hosted a yard sale to reduce waste. This group's mission is to promote zero waste culture and policies in the city.

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Southside Community Center concluded its 4-day Juneteenth celebration with a Health Fair Sunday afternoon.

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Mary Zick, a Ph.D. candidate at Cornell University, along with Dr. Phillip Milner, assistant professor of chemistry and chemical biology at the university, have invented a device that can trap carbon dioxide, a chemical that gets em

Four suspects were reported in a theft outside of Cayuga Heights on Friday. While one of the suspects remains at large, there is no immediate threat.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A rare, eight-foot flower known as the “Corpse Flower” is attracting Washington D.C. locals and tourists. The U.S. Botanic G said it’s a unique and smelly experience seeing this plant in person. Taking center stage at

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Dr. Anthony Fauci, along with the CDC, FDA, and Department of Health and Human Services outlined what they need in order to deter COVID and future pandemics. “COVID-19 has killed over a million people in our country, that is an un

An Ithaca man was arrested in Elmira today after allegedly dropping a pistol while running from a traffic stop.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - We know that families across the nation, including right here at home, are impacted by the rising cost of food and gas prices. Some of our local congressional members are pointing the finger at President Biden’s agriculture polici

ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- After being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic for over two years, Cornell University held its rededication and ribbon cutting ceremony for Martha Van Rensselaer Hall Friday. The academic building, built more than 90 years ago, was th

Ithaca Police is investigating an incident involving an assault with a weapon. The victim was allegedly sprayed in the face by pepper spray and also had an alleged handgun pointed at the victim's face.