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14 hours ago in Sports

With a new-look roster and no A’ja Wilson the US FIBA World Cup title defense gets tougher

The U.S. has dominated the women's FIBA World Cup for nearly two decades, winning the last four titles. A young American roster led by the trio of Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese now complement U.S. stalwart Breanna Stewart as the team looks to win its fifth straight championship.

14 hours ago in Sports

First Trump, now Everton: Balogun at center of another fiasco as deadline-day transfer fails

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun pulled out of a deal to join Everton in the final minutes of European soccer's summer transfer window because he felt uncomfortable that the English club raised doubts about his health in a medical check, Monaco's sporting director has revealed.

14 hours ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Regional, Sports

Standout goalie re-signs with Black Bears

Binghamton has re-signed goaltender Dominik Tmej.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge over rollover crash in Florida

Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge Wednesday following a rollover crash in March near his home in Florida where he initially was accused of driving under the influence.

2 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

SUNY Cortland women’s soccer starts season with win

On Tuesday, the Red Dragons blanked Rochester 1-0.

Lifestyle

18 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Fines issued to Asteri Ithaca operators after more problems, official says

Asteri Ithaca has been plagued by issues since opening in Aug. 2024.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Tompkins County adopts animal abuse registry

Legislators voted unanimously in favor of establishing an animal abuse registry in Tompkins County.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Johnson Museum names new director

Edouard Kopp will begin in the role on November 1.

2 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Cortland Repertory Theatre Director Kerby Thompson to step down

Cortland Repertory Theatre Producing Artistic Director Kerby Thompson will step down on December 31, 2026.

3 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

New president named at United Way of Tompkins County

Aly Evans starts as president & CEO on Nov. 2.

Entertainment

10 hours ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Local

Freeville Harvest Festival celebrates 50th year with food, music, and a community drive

On Saturday, September 12th, the 50th Freeville Harvest Festival will return to the Freeville's Main Street.

14 hours ago in Entertainment

Dollywood theme park will add new features, including a waterfall, to honor Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton's theme park in east Tennessee will unveil new features for fans to honor the life of the "dreamer-in-chief," Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Regional, Sports

Standout goalie re-signs with Black Bears

Binghamton has re-signed goaltender Dominik Tmej.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Meet the 2026 ‘Dancing With the Stars’ cast

The newest cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing With the Stars" was unveiled Wednesday, featuring the usual complement of entertainers, reality stars and athletes ranging from gold medalists to a Savannah Bananas player.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Ariana Grande steps out of the spotlight with gratitude at tour closing

Ariana Grande's final words, before she stepped offstage and out of the spotlight, were for her fans. Addressing the crowd during her last concert in London Tuesday before she takes a break from the public eye, the singer was full of emotion and gratitude.

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8 hours ago in Community, Local, Politics

Ithaca town supervisor to retire

"It is time," Town Supervisor Rod Howe said.

10 hours ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide, Local

Freeville Harvest Festival celebrates 50th year with food, music, and a community drive

On Saturday, September 12th, the 50th Freeville Harvest Festival will return to the Freeville's Main Street.

12 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local

Sheriff: Stolen Syracuse vehicle turned up in Groton

47-year-old Lewis Tearney, of McLean, has been charged with criminal possession of stolen property.

15 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local

Ithaca Police accepting compliments, complaints

Police Chief Tom Kelly said there are several ways to give feedback.

18 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Fines issued to Asteri Ithaca operators after more problems, official says

Asteri Ithaca has been plagued by issues since opening in Aug. 2024.

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14 hours ago in National, Trending

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

1 day ago in National

Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.