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Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur

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An aging ex-gang leader was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting of rap icon Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip.

1 hour ago in Trending, World

Surgery confirms pope has lung cancer and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed

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Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. The tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ actor and disability rights champion, dies at 34

Actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, who brought a lifetime of experience with cerebral palsy to fictional family struggles in an essential role on "Breaking Bad," died Monday at age 34, authorities and his representatives said.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse

Actor Selma Blair was arrested after she was accused of injuring two flight attendants on a trip from Los Angeles to New York. She was also accused of kicking a police officer taking her to the hospital and kicking a nurse once she got there.

8 hours ago in Sports

Contreras delivers and Milwaukee’s bullpen shines as the Brewers top the Dodgers 7-4 in NLCS Game 2

Thanks to a couple of big swings from William Contreras, the Milwaukee Brewers need just a couple more wins to earn their first National League pennant and end the Los Angeles Dodgers' championship reign.

8 hours ago in Sports

Chase DeLauter and José Ramírez lead the Guardians to a 7-3 win over the Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS

The Cleveland Guardians used small ball, the longball and played solid all-around baseball to keep winning in the postseason.

Lifestyle

7 hours ago in Lifestyle

How to spot imposter scams

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Wells Fargo reports imposter scams surged in 2024, costing $2.95 billion. 

12 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Ithaca alderperson seeks forgiveness of Asteri rent debt

"The Ithaca Common Council calls on the Vecino Group to drop all rent debt against the residents of Asteri."

13 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Route 13 footbridge installation delayed to next week

The Dryden Rail Trail connector is expected to be installed Oct. 21-22.

5 days ago in Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local

Fall Creek Elementary to celebrate new playground with ribbon-cutting ceremony

On Oct. 9, ICSD officials will officially recognize the completed project.

5 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Finger Lakes Antique Show returns to Steuben County Fairgrounds this weekend

The show runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 10-11 in Bath.

Entertainment

1 hour ago in Entertainment, Trending

Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis gets 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur

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An aging ex-gang leader was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years to life in prison for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting of rap icon Tupac Shakur near the Las Vegas Strip.

1 hour ago in Entertainment

Lena Dunham to bring back ‘Girls’ for a 5-episode run on HBO 10 years after its finale

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"Girls," the show that was the voice of its generation — or at least a voice of a generation — is coming back. HBO announced Tuesday that creator and star Lena Dunham and nearly all of the core cast will return for a limited five-episode run a decade after its finale.

5 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local

Marathon teacher makes it to top 10 in national contest

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Bill Perks has a chance to win money for himself and his school.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ actor and disability rights champion, dies at 34

Actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, who brought a lifetime of experience with cerebral palsy to fictional family struggles in an essential role on "Breaking Bad," died Monday at age 34, authorities and his representatives said.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Selma Blair accused of attacking 2 flight attendants and assaulting a police officer and nurse

Actor Selma Blair was arrested after she was accused of injuring two flight attendants on a trip from Los Angeles to New York. She was also accused of kicking a police officer taking her to the hospital and kicking a nurse once she got there.

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1 hour ago in Community, Education, Local

Cornell bans fraternity house parties and social events for remainder of academic year

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On Oct. 13, Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff released a statement highlighting actions being taken to curb sexual assault and support victims.

3 hours ago in Community, Local

Ithaca Common Council holding public hearing and discussion regarding Lower Elm Street housing development

On Wednesday, October 14th at 6:00 p.m., the Ithaca Common Council will hold a public hearing and discussion on a conceptual approval of the Lower Elm Street housing development.

4 hours ago in Fall Guide, Local

4-H Camp Owahta holding fundraiser at Cortland Country Music Park in hopes of finishing rebuild after 2025 fire

After the 2025 fire, the camp is still looking for funds to complete repairs needed to bring the cabins, bathhouses, electrical systems, program spaces, accessibility, waterfront and pond areas, safety infrastructure, and other aging camp facilities back to their original vigor.

5 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local

Marathon teacher makes it to top 10 in national contest

Updated

Bill Perks has a chance to win money for himself and his school.

10 hours ago in Fall Guide, Local

2027 Finger Lakes Waterfall calendars now available

The calendars, produced by award-winning photographer Dewey Neild, showcase waterfalls in the Finger Lakes region.

What's Happening

Tavern on the Commons – Week 2 of the Finger Lakes Online Beer Festival

The deal goes live on Friday, October 9th at 8:00AM.

The Finger Lakes Online Beer Festival Returns to Cayuga Marketplace

Each week brings a new featured business and amazing discounts!

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National

1 hour ago in National

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

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Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school's latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation.

8 hours ago in National

A man falls to his death from a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia

Police are investigating after a man fell to his death from a roller coaster at a Six Flags near Atlanta, watched by other visitors to the amusement park as he was catapulted from the ride.