Next year will mark our nation’s 250th independence anniversary. To celebrate that historic year, some members of congress are hoping to have a joint session in the birthplace of our nation. 

"Sunshine is a week to highlight and promote the issue of transparency and accountability in government,”

BATH, N.Y. (WENY) -- Two Bath residents are facing drug charges for allegedly selling fentanyl which caused a woman's death. Cedric Williams, 43, and 44-year-old Misty DeCamp, both from Bath, were indicted by a grand jury for Criminal Sale of a Controlled

Several state parks, trails, and historic sites across New York State will receive a collective $1.7 million in grants to promote outdoor recreation and sustaining park spaces.

The utility company is calling it a "Community Connection" event; it will be held on March 27th at the American Legion at 45 Olcott Road South in Big Flats, from 4PM - 7PM.

It has been almost one year since Chemung County Sheriff's Investigator Michael Theetge was critically injured after being hit by a car. Just last week, the woman driving the car was found guilty and now, Theetge is speaking out.

Both Democrats and Republicans in Congress have been met with protests and outrage from the citizens they represent over the administration’s government downsizing efforts. This has been a growing issue for all members of Congress.

This week, President Trump spoke with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin separately.

In the spirit of Novembers political win— a state lawmaker introduced a package of five bills this session, calling them “Improving our business climate—DOGE style”

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WENY) -- Schuyler County is the latest county in New York considering suing the state over Governor Kathy Hochul's executive order that banned fired striking Corrections Officers from seeking other public employment. The Governor's exe

The classic musical "Little Shop of Horrors" is coming to Watkins Glen High School from Friday, March 21st through Sunday, March 23rd. The Broadway classic is being put on by the Watkins Glen Senior Class.

ALBANY, N.Y. (WENY) -- As energy bills rise for many, New York lawmakers are pushing for new relief in this year's state budget. Since 2022, every major utility company in New York has raised prices at least once, according to legislators. NYSEG has raise

The Elmira College Nursing Program is teaching students that preparedness is a key skill to have in the healthcare field. Especially during a public health emergency.

The Federal Reserve announced they’re keeping interest rates the same, which is just above four percent.

The arrests have taken place over the past two weeks.

On Tuesday, more than 60,000 documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy were made public following an order by President Donald Trump. 

The 20th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon hosted by Catholic Charities of Chemung & Schuyler is less than one week away. The fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, March 25 and you still have a chance to buy a ticket.

TOWANDA, PA. (WENY) -- A Towanda man was arrested for allegedly yelling racial slurs and brandishing a gun after getting kicked out of a bar in the Borough. According to a criminal complaint, 51-year-old Brian Kithcart was drinking at a Bridge St. bar wit

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) at Elmira will host its annual Casino Night fundraiser on March 29th, at the LECOM event center. 

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Elmira College students will be participating in a mock public health emergency response simulation Wednesday. Officials say from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., students, faculty, security and other community members will be seen in and around

A new apartment complex being built in Ithaca has received over $7 million in funding from New York State.

President Donald Trump is set to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he looks to get buy-in on a U.S. ceasefire proposal that he hopes can create a pathway to ending Russia’s devastating war on Ukraine.

President Trump spent the morning on the phone with Russia President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders spoke for more than two hours about a 30-day ceasefire proposal with Ukraine. Many are hoping it is the beginning of the end to Russia’s war with Ukraine.

Carson Power announced they have temporarily removed the battery energy storage component (BESS) from their plans for the community solar project on West Hill Road in the Town of Elmira.

(WENY) -- New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG) customers have reported sharp increases in their utility bills, with many pointing to installing smart meters as a potential culprit.