New Details: Fatal & Suspicious Fire in Binghamton

New details have emerged from a fatal and suspicious weekend fire in Binghamton. An arrest has been made. Police say they took 45-year-old Wilfredo Pica-Torres into custody. He has been charged with murder, burglary and two counts of arson. Police said that the suspect... Read More.

American Heart Association Benefit: Cops Vs. Firefighters

In many ways, it’s everyone first responders dream…cops versus firefighters. Get ready… The 33rd Annual Heart Cup benefitting the American Heart Association will be held this Saturday at the Floyd L. Maines Memorial Arena. The Binghamton Police Department will face off against the Binghamton... Read More.

Binghamton Woman Faces Drug Charges

A Binghamton woman faces drug and other charges after she was stopped by trooper on Delaware Avenue in the town of Union. State police arrested 39-year-old Anna Ahern. She was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, having three or more license suspensions... Read More.

Two Elmira Opioid Dealers Are Off To Prison

Two Elmira opioid dealers are off to prison for their roles in a drug trafficking ring. In federal court Monday, 27-year-old Edward Barrett was sentenced to 7 ½ years after he was convicted of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, and to distribute,... Read More.

Ithaca Chili Cook-Off Winners

The ballots have been counted for the 21st Annual Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook-Off and some of the winners are... People's Choice Best Chili winner is Ithaca Beer; Best Meat Chili winner is McCormick's at Moakley House and Best Veggie Chili… Moosewood .

Apalachin Man Faces Multiple Felony Counts

An Apalachin man is facing multiple felony counts in Pennsylvania. Troopers have charged 24-year-old Curtis Jewett with theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property. The alleged crimes happened last week in Bradford County. Arraigned in district court, Jewett was released on $2,500 unsecured... Read More.

Cuomo Issues Consumer Alert: Apple FaceTime App

Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued a consumer alert…warning New Yorkers about a bug in the Apple FaceTime app that reportedly allows users to receive audio and video from the device of the person they are calling even before the person has accepted or rejected... Read More.

Arrest in Athens

A Sayre man remains in jail this morning after Athens police charged him with felony strangulation. That counts was filed against 24-year-old Michael Jones. Police also charged him with simple assault, harassment with physical contact and disorderly conduct. Arraigned in court, he was remanded... Read More.

NYS Animal Shelters & Humane Societies Awarded Funds

Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced nearly $4.5 million has been awarded to 13 animal shelters and humane societies across the state through the New York State Companion Animal Capital Fund. The funding will support construction, renovation and expansion projects.  No funds were awarded locally.

Drug Bust in Freeville

Five people are facing drug charges following an investigation by Ithaca-based troopers. While following up on a previous methamphetamine manufacturing investigation Troopers located materials and the remnants of materials used to manufacture methamphetamine at 3 Congers Mobile Home Park in Freeville.  As a result... Read More.