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NIH grant backs Rochester research targeting early-stage vision loss in macular degeneration
A new federally funded research effort in Rochester is aiming to tackle one of the biggest gaps in treating age-related macular degeneration — stopping vision loss before it starts. Researchers at University of Rochester Medicine have secured a grant from the National Institutes of Health to study early drivers of the disease ... FULL STORY
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OUT OF BOUNDS: LIV Golf on Life Support & PGA TOUR Schedule Changes (podcast)
The PGA TOUR heads to the Blue Monster, but there’s no shortage of storylines before a single shot is hit. This week on Out of Bounds, we break down the ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Lawmakers, sheriffs push for ‘dangerousness’ standard in New York bail decisions
A coalition of state lawmakers and law enforcement officials is renewing its push to overhaul New York’s pretrial release laws, arguing that current standards are allowing repeat offenders back into communities and putting public safety at risk. Standing ... Read More
Ithaca Commons faces turning point
Empty storefronts and thinning crowds are reshaping downtown, according to The Ithaca Voice, as Ithaca Commons hits what some call a breaking point. Business owners report falling sales, fewer visitors, and safety concerns, with one study showing foot ... Read More
Auburn schools approve $112M budget
A tighter budget with job cuts and new hires is heading to voters, according to The Citizen, after the Auburn Enlarged City School District approved its 2026–27 plan. The $112 million proposal raises taxes ...
Worker injured in construction accident at Hornell high school, OSHA investigating
A construction accident at Hornell Junior-Senior High School left a worker seriously injured Monday, prompting an ongoing federal safety investigation. District officials say the incident happened April 27 inside the school’s gymnasium, where a ...
Ulysses opens board seat to public
A small-town vacancy is turning into a community decision, according to The Tompkins Weekly, as Ulysses invites residents to help choose their next board member. Officials are accepting applications through May 29 to fill ...
Bill shields lawmakers from utility shutoffs
A new proposal would pause utility shutoffs for unpaid lawmakers, according to News10NBC, during New York’s ongoing budget delays. Assemblymember Larinda Hooks introduced the “Automatic Utility Deferment Act,” which would waive late fees and ...
Earliest algal bloom hits Cayuga Lake
A bright green slick showed up unusually early on Cayuga Lake, according to the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network and Community Science Institute, marking the first confirmed harmful algal bloom of 2026. A volunteer spotted ...
Hochul pushes climate deal in budget
Gov. Kathy Hochul is leaning into budget delays while closing in on a climate law deal, according to Spectrum News 1. She pointed to past late budgets and said overtime helps secure her priorities ...
Yates County deputies arrest man on bench warrant in Seneca Falls
A 59-year-old man was taken into custody Tuesday after deputies executed a bench warrant stemming from a local court case. The Yates County Sheriff’s Office reported that Steven W. Irish was arrested around 5:28 ...
Bath man charged after police find meth during early morning patrol
A routine early morning patrol in Bath led to a drug arrest after officers spotted two people behind a church and discovered suspected methamphetamine. Police say the encounter happened around 3:50 a.m. April 24 ...
Man laughs while admitting double murder
A courtroom turned tense when a man smirked and laughed as he admitted to killing his son and girlfriend, according to WSYR-TV, during a disturbing plea hearing in Syracuse. David Huff pleaded guilty to ...
Empire Fiber expansion brings high-speed internet to nearly 2,000 more homes in Steuben County
A long-standing gap in rural internet access is narrowing in Steuben County, where nearly 2,000 additional homes and businesses now have access to high-speed fiber service following a major infrastructure buildout. Empire Fiber Internet ...
Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office holding weekly open interviews for deputy positions
The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office is launching a weekly open interview process as it looks to fill positions in its jail division. Officials announced that open interviews for deputy sheriff positions will be held ...
Attorney general pushes payment companies to crack down on illegal vape sales
New York Attorney General Letitia James is calling on major credit card companies and payment processors to play a more aggressive role in stopping illegal vape sales, arguing that financial networks are enabling widespread ...
State police seek new leads in Wayne County homicide investigation
Nearly six months after a Wayne County woman was found dead in her apartment, state police say the investigation remains active — and they are urging anyone with information to come forward. Cheryl Goodberlet, ...
Man wanted on felony drug warrant found hiding in trunk during Auburn incident
A man wanted on a felony drug warrant was found hiding in the trunk of a vehicle during a traffic stop in Auburn, according to police. The arrest followed a report April 27 that ...
Bath man charged after police find meth during early morning patrol
An early morning foot patrol behind a Bath church led to a drug arrest after officers found a local man in possession of methamphetamine, according to police. The incident happened around 3:50 a.m. April ...
Hochul ramps up pressure on budget deal as she targets tariffs, insurance costs
With the state budget still unresolved, Gov. Kathy Hochul is intensifying her push for key proposals aimed at lowering costs — while sharply criticizing federal policies she says are driving prices higher for New ...
SPORTS
Sabres fall in overtime to Bruins, series lead trimmed to 3-2
David Pastrnak scored 9:14 into overtime as the Buffalo Sabres fell to the Boston Bruins 2-1 in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center, as Buffalo’s series lead was cut to 3-2. The Sabres ... Read More
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Historic canal schooner to be dedicated at Port Byron heritage park
A replica canal schooner that has spent decades bringing Erie Canal history to life will soon have a permanent home in Cayuga County, with a public dedication ceremony planned next month in Port Byron. The Canal Society of ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Aldi cuts dozens of food additives
Aldi is stripping 44 more ingredients from its store-brand products, according to The USA Today Network, expanding a yearslong push to simplify what shoppers eat. The cuts target artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, and sweeteners. By 2027, Aldi says ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
FLX WEEKLY: Wag Your Tail Along the Trail (podcast)
This week's episode is for the dogs. Cayuga Lake Wine Trail Director Katherine Chase and her golden retriever are in-studio to discuss wine pairings for dog personalities. This, ahead of June's Wag Your Tail Along The Trail weeks. Bring your ... Launch Stream
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