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Hochul outlines priorities in State of the State: What’s the goal? (webcast)
Gov. Kathy Hochul gave her 2026 State of the State address today, outlining more than 200 proposals aimed at affordability, public safety, and long-term investment across New York. Speaking in Albany, Hochul said her agenda focuses on easing cost pressures on families, reducing crime, and preparing the state for future economic and ... FULL STORY
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KENNY’S 2 PENNIES: William Kyle’s Sound Effects (podcast)
Syracuse hoops picked up a couple of big wins over the last week. Kenny Haas recaps the wins and wonders what sounds we heard coming from the rim after William ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Geneva forms ad hoc finance committee
Geneva Mayor Jim Cecere announced the creation of a new Finance Ad Hoc Committee during the City Council meeting on Jan. 7, aiming to strengthen financial transparency and oversight at City Hall. The committee will serve as a ... Read More
Rochester man arrested in Geneva drug probe
A weeks-long narcotics investigation ended with an arrest in the City of Geneva. Geneva police arrested Shimal A. Slade, 27, of Rochester, on Jan. 12 for third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance. Detectives said they identified Slade ... Read More
Rochester woman arrested on bench warrants
Ontario County deputies arrested a Rochester woman during a warrant enforcement late Sunday night. Brittany Hollaert, 29, was taken into custody on outstanding bench warrants issued by Canandaigua Town Court and Hopewell Town Court, ...
RG&E flags help as heating costs rise
As colder weather pushes energy use higher, RochesterFirst reports that RG&E is steering customers toward help paying their bills. Applications are now open statewide for the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program, known as HEAP ...
Acquitted CO briefly tapped for jury
Jury selection took an unexpected turn in an Oneida County courtroom, according to WSTM. A former Marcy corrections officer who once faced charges in a deadly inmate beating landed in the jury pool for ...
McCarron launches Senate challenge to May
A mall rally kicked off a high-stakes Senate race in central New York, according to The Citizen. Republican Onondaga County legislator Rich McCarron launched his campaign Jan. 5 at Fingerlakes Mall, aiming to unseat ...
New liquor rules shake up nightlife
Axe-throwing bars and other hybrid venues just got clarity they’ve wanted for years, according to Spectrum News 1. New York’s State Liquor Authority rolled out sweeping rule changes aimed at modernizing Prohibition-era liquor laws ...
Ithaca council condemns Venezuela attack
A late-night vote pulled global politics into City Hall, according to The Ithaca Voice. The Ithaca Common Council approved a resolution condemning U.S. military action in Venezuela days after President Nicolás Maduro was captured ...
Serious crash traps driver in Cayuga County crash, later airlifted
A violent two-vehicle crash on a rural stretch of Route 90 left one person trapped inside a car shortly after noon. Cayuga County 911 dispatched Genoa Rescue, Southern Cayuga Instant Aid, Inc., and mutual ...
Councilor Whitfield released pending Ontario County drug case
A Geneva city councilor walked out of court Monday after a judge approved his release, according to 13WHAM-TV. The judge released Ahmad Whitfield on pre-trial conditions following an afternoon appearance in Ontario County Court ...
Hochul tees up affordability pitch: State of the State is today (video)
Universal child care will headline Gov. Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address Tuesday, according to Spectrum News. The speech at The Egg comes with affordability front and center, just months before voters head ...
Lakeview buys vacant downtown building of former bank
A long-empty downtown bank finally has a buyer, according to Finger Lakes Times. Lakeview Health Services purchased the former Five Star Bank building on Seneca Street for $300,000. The nearly 28,000-square-foot building will become ...
Wellman to lead Ontario County supervisors in 2026
A lopsided vote elevated a familiar face to county leadership, according to Finger Lakes Times. Phelps Supervisor William “Bill” Wellman won election as chairman of the Ontario County Board of Supervisors at its Jan ...
Residents rally at Schuyler County Legislature, urge leaders to withdraw nuclear interest
Residents, scientists, health professionals and local business owners rallied outside the Schuyler County Courthouse Monday night before the county Legislature’s regular meeting, calling on lawmakers to rescind what they described as the county’s interest ...
Hochul plans $50M heating boost
Rising utility bills are driving a major funding push in Albany, according to Times Union. Gov. Kathy Hochul plans to propose an extra $50 million for New York’s EmPower+ program to help low- and ...
Yates Legislature adopts AI policy, approves labor agreement, contracts, and sets solid waste public hearing
The Yates County Legislature approved a broad slate of resolutions Monday afternoon, formally adopting a countywide artificial intelligence policy, ratifying a new multi-year labor agreement, authorizing multiple contracts and appointments, and scheduling a public ...
Walworth seeks volunteers for boards
The Town of Walworth is looking for residents willing to step up and serve their community through local boards and committees. Town officials are accepting applications for current openings on the Town Ethics Board ...
Special Geneva council meeting set
The City of Geneva will hold a special City Council meeting later this week to conduct a strategy session. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 14, at City Hall, located at 47 Castle ...
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ORANGE GAME DAY: Syracuse men’s basketball returns home to face Florida State (preview)
Syracuse men's basketball (11-5, 2-1 ACC) returns home tonight at 9 p.m. to host Florida State (7-9, 0-3 ACC) at the JMA Wireless Dome as ACC play continues. The Orange enter the matchup playing their best basketball of the season, ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Livingston County awards $52K for youth sports
Youth sports programs across Livingston County are getting a financial boost after the county awarded nearly $52,000 to local organizations. The Livingston County Youth Bureau announced it distributed $51,921.40 to 16 youth-focused groups to help expand athletic opportunities ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Powerball jackpot hits $137M
Monday night’s Powerball drawing delivered fresh numbers — but no jackpot winner — according to lottery officials. The winning numbers were 5, 27, 45, 56, and 59, with a Powerball of 4 and a 2X Power Play. The ... Read More
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BILLS WEEKLY: Buffalo outlasts Jacksonville to advance to the AFC Divisional Round (podcast)
It wasn't pretty, but the Bills secured a road-playoff win in the Wild Card Round, beating the Jaguars 27-24. The guys discuss the key moments from the game, including the final drive, the playcalling, and the injuries piling up once ... Launch Stream
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