Man Arrested in Johnson City for Parole Violation

On Monday, the Broome County Special Investigations Unit and the New York State Police arrested Akanni Amberslie, 27, in Johnson City. Amberslie was wanted as a parole absconder for the past four years. He had no permanent address. Amberslie was taken to the Broome County Jail.

Barbara Fiala Confirmed as DMV Head

After a unanimous vote in the State Senate, Former Broome County Executive Barbara Fiala officially took the next step in her career, becoming the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Senate Deputy Majority Leader Tom Libous, who represents parts of Broome and Tioga counties,... Read More.

Fugitive Jumps Into Susquehanna River

A woman with an arrest warrant from Pennsylvania tried to escape capture by jumping into the Susquehanna River in Binghamton.  The Binghamton Police Department says 29 year old Beverly Angela Carvin was eventually arrested Tuesday.  Carvin ran from police and jumped from the west... Read More.

Man Shoots Two Men He Thought Were Turkeys

A man has been arrested after mistaking two men for turkeys and shooting them in Otsego County. Steven Houghtaling, 54, of Canajoharie, was taken into custody Sunday afternoon. Police say Houghtaling was hunting in the Town of Middlefield when he mistook two other hunters for turkeys... Read More.

Two Car Crash On East Maine Road

New York State Police say two cars were involved in a crash on East Maine Road.  The crash happened at the intersection of East Maine Road and Commercial Drive at about 10:00 Monday morning.  A vehicle was slowing down when it was rear-ended by... Read More.

Tractor Trailer Rollover Causes Delays In Binghamton

A tractor trailer rollover caused a traffic headache in Binghamton Sunday evening.  Binghamton Police say the accident happened near the Interstate 81 & 17 interchange. One lane of 81 south was shutdown while crews worked to remove the overturned rig.  A small amount of... Read More.

Johnson City Parks Tobacco Free

Johnson City Parks are now tobacco free. Mayor Dennis Hannon cut the ribbon at the carousel at CFJ Park just after 11 a.m. He met with the Broome County Reality Check and Tobacco Free Broome and Tioga. They discussed the benefits of banning smoking from parks. They say... Read More.

Six Injured in Vestal DWI Crash

A Vestal man is charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated after police say he caused a crash that sent six to the hospital Saturday evening at about 5:50PM. Vestal Police say Adam Gurney, 25, was the driver of the vehicle that caused the accident on... Read More.