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Siena Poll: Voters think more gov't corruption arrests likely VIEW VIDEO May 20, 2013 - ALBANY -- Governor Cuomo says New York State government is working again, and a new Siena Poll shows that half of voters agree with him. But, when asked how they felt about state government in... more "Click it, or Ticket" patrols increasing VIEW VIDEO May 20, 2013 - If it's not second nature to you already, think of it this way, buckling up your seat belt is not only safe, it's the law.   With Memorial Day approaching local authorities will be beefing up... more Locals Feeling Lucky in Powerball Jackpot VIEW VIDEO May 18, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- Now imagine being able to pay off all those student loans. Well if you win Saturday's Powerball lottery-- you can-- and then some. It is Powerball's biggest jackpot in history:... more Peace Group Concerned about Drones VIEW VIDEO May 14, 2013 - the spreading use of drones-- the Broome County Peace Action group is worried about that--   And Tuesday night,  a man  who just returned from a ten day stay in jail for protesting drones at... more Drug Arrests in Bradford County VIEW VIDEO May 14, 2013 - Also in Bradford County a number of law enforcement agencies issued 61 warrants on 42 suspects as part of a massive drug operation. The arrest warrants were for possession with intent to deliver... more 12 Hour Stand Off in South Waverly VIEW VIDEO May 14, 2013 - A South Waveryly man is in custody after an 12 hour standoff with police. Police say the call came in around 11:00 Monday night. They say Timothy Murphy of 44 Williams Street in South Waverly... more Gillibrand introduces militrary sexual assault legislation VIEW VIDEO May 13, 2013 - New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand continues to try to build momentum for her bill that would change how sexual assaults in the military are prosecuted. Her legislation is calling for sexual... more Greene Man Faces Rape Charges VIEW VIDEO May 13, 2013 - State police in Norwich have charged a Town of Greene man with rape. Police say they arrested 50 year old Martin Nowalk on Thursday after an investigation of alleged inappropriate contact with a... more Governor Cuomo Calls to Expand Abortion Rights VIEW VIDEO May 13, 2013 - Governor Cuomo's Reproductive Health Act proposes making abortion a subsection of the Public Health Law, as it is currently the only medical procedure in the state that is treated as part of the... more Assemblywoman Weighs In On Corruption Cases VIEW VIDEO May 10, 2013 - For years, a debate has raged in New York and across the country about the corrupting influence of campaign contributions. In the past several weeks, there have been multiple arrests of state... more Cell Phone Thefts On The Rise VIEW VIDEO May 10, 2013 - Smart phones, tablets, all pieces of technology that are supposed to make life more convenient. But do they also make you a target for thieves? According to the Federal Communications Commission,... more Governor Announces Largest Tourism Campaign In Decades VIEW VIDEO May 9, 2013 - The governor is also making another effort that will benefit the Southern Tier, economically, as well as  every part of the state. On Thursday, he announced the launch of New York's largest... more Homicide-Suicide in Bradford County VIEW VIDEO May 6, 2013 - A Homicide-Suicide is the ruling in the shooting deaths of two people in Bradford County, Pennsylvania.   The bodies were discovered Sunday morning in a residence at 360 Main Street in Canton... more Activists Write Governor Cuomo on Health Impact Study VIEW VIDEO May 6, 2013 - Anti-fracking activists continue to barrage Governor Cuomo with calls for a health impact study of the drilling process. More than a thousand letters requesting the study have been sent within the... more Economic Trends Forecast Weighs In On Jobless Rate VIEW VIDEO May 3, 2013 - The news of a stock market surge, and a dropped in the jobless rate was received without much enthusiasm from trends forecaster Gerald Celente, of Kingston, New York. Celente says its a false... more Severe Weather Awareness Wrap Up VIEW VIDEO May 3, 2013 - Irene and Lee were milestones many of us in this area would like to forget, but as devastating as catastrophic flooding is, it can also be seen as a learning tool.  Flooding is the number one... more Preparing for Severe Weather; Tornados VIEW VIDEO May 2, 2013 - Tornadoes violent column of air tearing off roofs snapping trees like toothpicks and flying debris.  It's no force to reckon with. Which is why you must take a tornado watch seriously. That... more Booker Charged With Assaulting Corrections Officer VIEW VIDEO May 1, 2013 - The man convicted of seven charges for his shooting of Ithaca police officer Anthony Augustine,  is now charged with an assault inside the Tompkins County Jail--in which a corrections officer was... more Lawmakers propose raising smoking age VIEW VIDEO April 29, 2013 - Following the recent announcement from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, New York State is now also planning on raising the legal smoking age to 21.     Right now across the state, the legal... more Eva Zaccaria's Pre-Fight Update VIEW VIDEO April 27, 2013 - Eva Zaccaria checked in with Fox 40 shortly before Jon Bones Jones entered the... more Fire Stations Open Doors For "RecruitNY" VIEW VIDEO April 27, 2013 - Fire stations across New York opened their doors to the public on Saturday, hoping to gain some new volunteers.   The Vestal Fire Department was one of the stations that participated in... more Fraud and Tax Evasion Conviction VIEW VIDEO April 25, 2013 - It's 24 weekends of jail, and five years supervised release for a Deposit man who's admitted to stealing more than $500,000 from 100 business clients. 43 year old William Stiles stands convicted... more Recall Elections for Legislators? VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2013 - If you don't like what your state representative or senator is doing --or not doing for you in Albany, should you be able to recall him --or her? Just days after polls showed an overwhelming... more Siena Poll: Nine out of Ten say Corruption in NY is a Serious Problem VIEW VIDEO April 22, 2013 - One third of New Yorkers believe that their legislator could be arrested, and 81% say more arrests of state lawmakers for corruption are likely.   That's the result of a new Siena... more Verdict is in For Man Accused of Shooting Ithaca Police Officer VIEW VIDEO April 22, 2013 - The man accused of shooting Ithaca police Officer Anthony Augustine  reportedly smiled when the jury's verdict was read to him. That's because Jamel Booker was not convicted of the most serious... more Fracking Supporters Kicked out of Gasland 2 Premiere VIEW VIDEO April 21, 2013 - NEW YORK CITY -- About a dozen local supporters of fracking were kicked out of the Sunday night premiere of Gasland 2 at the Tribeca Film Festival. Director Josh Fox's much anticipated sequel to... more Watertown Resident Speaks With Fox 40 VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2013 - Fox 40 News spoke with a Watertown, MA resident who lived a quarter mile away from Thursday night's shootout between the bombing suspects and police.  That shoot out left an MIT police officer dead... more Federal Double Tax Proposal VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- Could a proposal in Washington mean thousands less in the pockets of New Yorkers? The proposal would keep taxpayers from deducting their state and local tax liability from their... more Standardized Tests Begin Tuesday VIEW VIDEO April 15, 2013 - Begining on Tuesday, students in grades three through eight throughout the area will start taking a series of standardized tests focusing on English, language arts and math. Officials actually... more New Gun Laws In Effect Monday VIEW VIDEO April 15, 2013 - The limitations on handgun magazine capacity as a result of the New York SAFE Act went into effect Monday. The new law limits concealed carriers to a ten round magazine that can have up to seven... more SAFE Act Provisions Go Into Affect Monday April 14, 2013 - Some provisions in the New York Secure Ammunition and Fire Arms Enforcement Act go into affect on Monday. Originally the SAFE Act prohibited the sale of 10 round magazines, but the New York... more New York Destination Imagination State Finals VIEW VIDEO April 13, 2013 - ENDICOTT -- Hundreds of students from all over the state put their creativity to the test Saturday. Nearly 60 teams of elementary, middle, and high school students competed in the New York State... more Trends Forecaster Gerald Celente: Dollar Could Lose Reserve Status VIEW VIDEO April 12, 2013 - For many decades now, the dollar has been the world's reserve currency-- and it has keep the U.S. economy strong. But that might he changing. Trends Forecaster Gerald Celente says it's very... more Drill Baby Drill Documentry Shown in Endicott VIEW VIDEO April 12, 2013 - "Drill, Baby Drill" -- a documentary film, was shown in Endicott Friday evening. --it is a cautionary tale of what the film maker says are the dangers of fracking:   The  film is set  on two... more Prosecution Continues for Jamel Booker VIEW VIDEO April 11, 2013 - The prosecution continued on Thursday calling witnesses in day two of the trial of the man accused of shooting an Ithaca police officer. Jamel Booker is accused of shooting Anthony Augustine after... more Cuomo Proposes Tougher Corruption Laws VIEW VIDEO April 9, 2013 - Clamping down on corruption?  In Albany?  A tall order, maybe, but in the wake of  corruption scandals involving former State senate President Malcolm Smith and an assemblyman from the Bronx,... more Activists: Equal Pay for Women Still Lagging VIEW VIDEO April 9, 2013 - A half century after it was passed by Congress, the National Equal Pay Act still hasn't fulfilled its promise, according to groups of local  activists:   The Women 's Equality Coalition gathered... more Preston announces Climate Smart Communities Pledge VIEW VIDEO April 8, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- Broome County officials say they will soon actively encourage smart sustainable growth through it's energy policy.   County Executive Debbie Preston (R) announced Monday a plan to... more Poll Shows Consumer Confidence Is Down VIEW VIDEO April 3, 2013 - A new Siena Poll shows New York State's index of consumer confidence-- or sentiment--decreased by 2.8 points while the nation's index increased one point.   The numbers were up for cars/truck and... more Unemployment Rate Down In Binghamton VIEW VIDEO April 3, 2013 - While consumer confidence might have slipped in New York State as a whole ----could a small dip in the unemployment rate and slight uptick in private-sector job growth mean a turnaround in the local... more NYSUT Has Hopes for Better State Funding for Education VIEW VIDEO April 1, 2013 - Could we be turning a corner when it comes to state funding of education? The state's largest teachers union says that's a real possibility. NYSUT, or the New York State Union of Teachers, sees... more Fatal Fire in Sidney Ruled Accidental VIEW VIDEO April 1, 2013 - Officials say a fatal fire in Sidney last Wednesday has been ruled accidental. The early-morning blaze at seven Clinton Street claimed the life of 33-year-old David Ruling. Ruling lived in the... more State Police Encourage Drivers To "Move Over" VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2013 - State Police are cracking down on drivers who do not slow down when they see emergency or hazard vehicles on the side of the road.  From April first through the seventh--there will be increased... more State Budget Adds More to Education than Expected VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2013 - The budget does add almost a billion dollars more in education funding than Governor Cuomo had originally called for. Included in that statewide increase is about six million dollars more for... more Budget Cuts Money Towards Agencies for Developmental Disabilities VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2013 - Many members of the assembly spoke out against one part of the budget 90 million in cuts to agencies that service those with developmental disabilities. Cuomo's budget originally called for $120... more Lupardo Says Assembly Should Pass Budget After Midnight VIEW VIDEO March 28, 2013 - On Thursday night,  the state budget continues heading toward final passage before the April 1st deadline.  From Albany, State Representative Donna Lupardo tells us that she expects Assembly... more Assembly Will Pass Budget Thursday VIEW VIDEO March 27, 2013 - The state Assembly will vote Thursday on the state budget--this after the state Senate passed the $135 billion spending plan early Wednesday morning.   The assembly is expected to pass the budget... more Libous announces aid for U-E VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2013 - State Senator Tom Libous says there's a sweet deal from Albany on school funding for the Union-Endicott School District. Speaking with Fox 40 Tuesday evening, Libous says he's secured money for... more Diabetes Alert Day VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2013 - March 26th is Diabetes Alert Day and about 7-million Americans go undiagnosed and unaware of the risks. The American Diabetes Association is urging Americans to find out if they are at risk for... more Changes to New York SAFE Act VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2013 - Some changes to the New York SAFE Act is being hailed by local gun shop owners. Originally the act prohibited the sale of 10 round magazines, but recently the New York Budget Bill suspended this... more New York State Budget Under Wraps? VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2013 - In Albany, state lawmakers continue to head toward another early passage of a budget. Senator Tom Libous tells us that the senate has already passed three spending bills, and he expects the budget... more Ryan, Rennia call for return to 50/50 Sales Tax split VIEW VIDEO March 25, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- It was a hot button issue during the county executive race, and now, the issue of the 50/50 sales tax split is resurfacing.   Of the 8% sales tax you pay, New York State takes 4%... more Senator Libous On The State Budget VIEW VIDEO March 24, 2013 - After coming to a tentative agreement on Wednesday-- law makers were expected to finalize the $135 billion dollar state budget on Monday.  However written reports suggest they will be negotiating... more Quinnipiac Poll Shows New York Voters Oppose Fracking VIEW VIDEO March 20, 2013 - A number of elected officials have express support for hydrofacking, which they hope would add badly-needed revenues to state and local coffers. But now, for the first time ever, it appears that... more Libous Says Lawmaker Close to Delivering Budget, Minimum Wage Hike VIEW VIDEO March 19, 2013 - In Albany, lawmakers are close to a deal on the budget, according to State Senator Tom Libous. The 136 billion dollar spending plan includes a hike in the state's minimum wage, currently set at... more Gun Advocates Appeal New York Safe Act VIEW VIDEO March 18, 2013 - Gun rights advocates are appealing a court decision that struck down their efforts to repeal the New York Safe Act, the state's latest gun-control law. Over 1,200 plaintiffs have appealed the... more Burn Ban Now In Effect VIEW VIDEO March 16, 2013 - A reminder to area residents, starting Saturday, May 16, residential brush burning is prohibited. The ban is in effect until May 14th.  DEC officials say the lack of green vegetation combined... more Herkimer Stand-off Ends in Gunfire and Death VIEW VIDEO March 14, 2013 - Police and FBI agents ended a standoff in Herkimer Thursday morning by killing the man they say is responsible for shooting four people to death on Wednesday.     Tactical teams moved into an... more Town of Herkimer Shooting VIEW VIDEO March 13, 2013 - Police believe a gunman who shot four people dead Wednesday morning in Herkimer County remains in a building on North Main Street in Herkimer. Police suspect the gunman is 64 year old Kurt... more Fiala Supports Increase in Minimum Wage VIEW VIDEO March 12, 2013 - The debate over raising the minimum wage involves many complaints from small businesses that boosting the wage will make it harder to run a small business, and hire more people:   But today,... more Schumer Announces Federal Action Will Be Taken to Reduce Number of Trucks Striking Bridges VIEW VIDEO March 11, 2013 - After months of work with regulators and truck organizations, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer announced on Monday the federal government will take action to reduce the number of trucks striking bridges... more New York Sees January Job Growth VIEW VIDEO March 8, 2013 - January marked the 17th straight month of private sector job growth here in New York, a state record. Unfortunately for binghamton, that job growth was mostly in the New York City area, and not... more MMA in New York State? VIEW VIDEO March 8, 2013 - Well on Wednesday the New York Senate approved a bill allowing professional MMA competition in the state, but what will the assembly decide? Local representatives in the New York Assembly spoke... more Senator Libous on Disability Funding Cuts VIEW VIDEO March 8, 2013 - Senator Libous is speaking out in favor of restoring millions of dollars in state funding for people with developmental disabilities. Agencies throughout the state are facing millions in cuts in... more Downstate Consumer Sentiment Higher than Upstate VIEW VIDEO March 6, 2013 - Consumers' attitude towards the economy is up in both the state and the nation. According to the latest Siena Research Poll, consumers are above the break even point at which they are more... more Minimum Wage Could Be Raised in New York VIEW VIDEO March 5, 2013 - In Albany, the speaker of the state assembly said his chamber will pass a minimum wage hike. Sheldon Silver said the proposal would raise the wage from its current $7.25 cents and hour, to $9... more More Health Studies for Fracking? VIEW VIDEO March 5, 2013 - Intrigue in Albany could set the clock back on fracking in New York State. Last year the assembly passed a bill calling for a moratorium on the drilling practice. But that effort stalled in... more Pilot Anti-Child Abuse Program VIEW VIDEO March 1, 2013 - A local agency has been selected to be one of the first sites in New York to kick off a new anti-child sex abuse campaign. The Crime Victims Assistance Center in Binghamton will use the "Enough... more UPDATE - Suspect in CVS robbery apprehended VIEW VIDEO February 28, 2013 - UPDATE According to police, John Malowsky, 62, was arrested by the Tioga County Sheriff's Department in connection with Thursday night's armed robbery of an Owego CVS. Reports state that... more Locals React to Pope's Resignation VIEW VIDEO February 28, 2013 - Pope Benedict the Sixteenth officially resigned Thursday as of 2 p.m. eastern time. His resignation made history as this is the first time in six centuries a pope has resigned. Some local... more Newark Valley Meth Lab Bust VIEW VIDEO February 27, 2013 - Newark Valley - Six people are behind bars after a search warrant lead police to a meth lab in Newark Valley. Police agencies in Tioga County seized an active methamphetamine lab from a home on... more Landowners seek to sue state VIEW VIDEO February 27, 2013 - A landowner's group is getting ready to sue New York over it's refusal to permit the drilling process. The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York announced that it is looking for plaintiffs in a... more Sundstrom Case Update: Husband's Remains In Barrel VIEW VIDEO February 26, 2013 - The details are becoming more lurid in the investigation into the Walton fire, in which authorities say Debra Sundstrom committed suicide after shooting her dog. The weapon was a 30-30 caliber... more Fatal Crash in Afton VIEW VIDEO February 25, 2013 - Police say the driver involved in a fatal Sunday morning crash in Afton is charged with Vehicular Manslaughter, and Driving While Intoxicated. Investigators say 22 year old Ryan Lewis lost control... more Gas Price Gouging Hotline Lauched, as Pump Prices Rise VIEW VIDEO February 22, 2013 - As gas prices continue to rise, Governor Cuomo has directed  New York's Division of Consumer Protection to  launch a hotline, for New Yorkers to report suspected price  gouging at gas stations:   ... more Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Talks About the Sequester VIEW VIDEO February 22, 2013 - The big issue in front of congress right now is the Sequester. The round of mandatory spending cuts set to take effect March 1st if congress can't reach a deal to avoid them. Sequestration... more NYSUT sues over property tax cap VIEW VIDEO February 20, 2013 - The State's Teachers' Union is suing New York over the property tax cap.   NYSUT is suing over the state's two-percent tax cap which the legislature passed in 2011. NYSUT claims it gives some... more More Arrests in Mail Theft/Check Cashing Ring VIEW VIDEO February 18, 2013 - Six more defendents charged in a stolen mail/counterfeit check cashing ring pled guilty in federal court. They were part of a criminal operation that spanned Syracuse, Binghamton and Oswego.   ... more Trends Forecaster Predicted Currency Wars VIEW VIDEO February 15, 2013 - If you've been following Trends Forecaster Gerald Celente, --you know,  that for years he's been talking about a progression of events in a worsening economy--currency wars--trade wars-- and finally,... more Asteroid Explodes Over Russia Injuring Hundreds VIEW VIDEO February 15, 2013 - The asteroid passed by the earth Friday afternoon, without any catastrophic consequences. However, in what scientists are calling an unrelated event, on Friday, nearly one thousand people were... more Sex Offender Accused of Contact with Minor VIEW VIDEO February 15, 2013 - A 48-year-old level three sex offender is under arrest, and accused of having sexual contact with an eight-year-old female. Leslie Hill of Willet New York is charged with sexual abuse in the first... more Town of Sanford Sued Over Banned Public Comment VIEW VIDEO February 12, 2013 - A pair of groups are suing the Town of Sanford over it's ban of public comment on fracking at town board meetings. The Natural Resources Defense Council and Catskill Citizens for Safe Energy are... more Local Catholics React to Pope's Resignation VIEW VIDEO February 11, 2013 - Many of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics were shocked at Pope Benedict's resignation this morning, including those in the Southern Tier. The 85-year-old pope says he no longer has the physical... more Possible Fracking Lawsuit VIEW VIDEO February 11, 2013 - A local landowners group is threatening a lawsuit if the state misses a February 27th deadline to release fracking regulations. The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York says further delay would... more Winter Storm Hits Southern Tier VIEW VIDEO February 8, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- The New York State Department of Transportation tells Fox 40 that the first snow plow hit the roads shortly after 2 pm on Friday.     But crews began preparing at 2:00am Friday,... more Fracknation screening set for Sunday VIEW VIDEO February 8, 2013 - BINGHAMTON -- People on the fence about fracking will have a chance to watch the new documentary Fracknation.   The Joint Landowners Coalition is holding a private screening of Phelim McLeer's... more NYSEG Tips for the Storm VIEW VIDEO February 7, 2013 - NYSEG is reminding you of ways you can be ready for the storm. Keep flashlights, a battery-powered radio or TV and fresh batteries handy.    Have at least one telephone that is not dependent... more Both Sides Gear Up Awaiting Decision on Fracking VIEW VIDEO February 6, 2013 - One week out from what could be a critical deadline in the battle over fracking in New York State, both sides are mobilizing their efforts...   The state DEC needs to publish its fracking... more Health Rally opposing Fracking VIEW VIDEO February 5, 2013 - The day after DEC Commissioner implied the state could miss a regulatory deadline that could extend New York's moratorium on fracking.  Anti-fracking activists are keeping the pressure on.   Joe... more Gas Prices on Rise VIEW VIDEO February 4, 2013 - The new year has brought a new bump in gas prices.  The cost of a gallon of regular unleaded in New York is $3.86 per gallon, up from $3.72 in the last month.   While, the national average is... more Siena Poll on Hydrofracking VIEW VIDEO February 4, 2013 - Like those in the rest of the state, upstate and Southern Tier residents remain just about evenly split on the issue of hydrofracking. That, according to a new Siena College Poll. It finds that... more Fracking Deadline to be Missed? VIEW VIDEO February 4, 2013 - While residents remain divided, a decision on whether the state will proceed with fracking could come later, rather than sooner. New York's DEC Commissioner says the state might miss its deadline... more Go Red for Women Movement VIEW VIDEO February 1, 2013 - You might have noticed a lot of red on Friday that's because it's National Wear Red Day to help raise awareness on women's heart disease. For 10 years, women have been fighting heart disease as... more Lesko: Why Isn't Corzine in Jail VIEW VIDEO February 1, 2013 - Many Pay Respects to Fire Fighter Pocari VIEW VIDEO January 28, 2013 - Firefighters from across the country and Canada were in Owego this weekend to pay respects to Owego Fire Captain Matthew Pocari. Pocari died last week while responding to a fire in Newark Valley.... more Arrangements Set to Honor Fallen Owego Firefighter VIEW VIDEO January 23, 2013 - Details on arrangements to honor fallen Owego firefighter Matthew Porcari have now been made. Porcari died on Monday night battling a blaze in Newark Valley. Calling hours will be held... more Schumer Inaug Remarks VIEW VIDEO January 21, 2013 - A prominent New York Senator was prominent  during inaugaral activities Monday at the capitol--   In Statuary Hall, at a luncheon in honor of President Obama and Vice President Biden, New York... more Rollover Accident on I-88 VIEW VIDEO January 21, 2013 - Two people escape serious injury after a one-car accident Monday morning on Interstate 88, in Harpursville. Just before eleven o'clock, between Exits Six and Seven a car rolled over from the west... more Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day VIEW VIDEO January 21, 2013 - Almost a half century since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his memorable "I have a dream" speech his message of equality for all still inspires generations beyond his own. "It's definitely... more Dealing with the Upcoming Cold Weather VIEW VIDEO January 21, 2013 - It was cold in Washington and colder still here at home. And the Mercury is going to continue to drop. With temperatures expected to be in single digits at times this week, and wind chills... more Siena Poll Shows Cuomo Still Riding High VIEW VIDEO January 17, 2013 - A new Siena Research poll shows that governor Cuomo is still riding high with voters, as he begins  his third year in office.   His favorability rating is 71 percent,  a point lower than last... more Unemployment Numbers Show Job Increase in NY January 17, 2013 - The state's economy is in a bit better shape job-wise, according to the latest figures--   More than 34-thousand private sector jobs were added in December. that sent the unemployment rate down... more UPDATE: Local reaction to New York Safe Act VIEW VIDEO January 15, 2013 - Within an hour of its passage by both houses, Governor Cuomo signs the nation's toughest gun control legislation. New York is now the first state in the country to tighten gun restrictions since... more New York Set to Pass Tougher Gun Restrictions VIEW VIDEO January 15, 2013 - New York is now the first state in the country to tighten gun restrictions since the Newtown school shooting in December. Governor Cuomo signed the New York Safe Act late Tuesday afternoon soon... more Senate Says Yes; NY Heading Toward Passage of Tough Gun Law VIEW VIDEO January 14, 2013 - Late Monday evening, Governor Cuomo and the state legislature appeared to be on their way toward passage of what could be the toughest gun control legislation in the nation.   A tentative deal... more State's Premature Birth Rate Dropping VIEW VIDEO January 14, 2013 - There's some good news on the health front--   New York's rate of premature birth is dropping--meaning that hundreds of infants are getting a better start on life. The State's Department of... more Former County Executive Pushes Governor's Economic Plan VIEW VIDEO January 10, 2013 - Former Broome County Executive Barbara Fiala returned to the area Thrusday to push the agenda laid out by Governor Cuomo in Wednesday's State of the State Address. Fiala stressed Cuomo's focus on... more Addiction Recovery Expert: Proceed with Casinos Cautiously VIEW VIDEO January 10, 2013 - Not everyone is ready to roll the dice on upstate casinos at least not yet. One expert who specializes in gambling addiction says we need to proceed cautiously. Lesa Densmore is a local... more UPDATE: Cuomo's Ambitious State of the State VIEW VIDEO January 9, 2013 - New York can lead the way-- that's what Governor Cuomo says about the new gun control restrictions he's proposing-- they'd be the toughest in the nation. Fox 40's Ali Warner was in Albany Wednesday,... more CROUCH: Tazers in Schools VIEW VIDEO January 9, 2013 - The governor's call for tighter gun control has generated a variety of proposed measures to keep schools safe:   Following the governor's State of the State speech Wednesday, Assemblyman Clifford... more State of the State Address VIEW VIDEO January 9, 2013 - Most ambitious agenda yet in his three State of the State addresses. That's how Governor Cuomo described what he wants done as he heads toward re-election and a possible presidential bid in... more Gillibrand, Hanna address gun control VIEW VIDEO January 8, 2013 - OWEGO -- In the Southern Tier today, Congressman Richard Hanna and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand were asked for their take on renewed calls for gun control:     Hanna, considered a moderate... more Gillibrand, Hanna call for weatherization funding VIEW VIDEO January 8, 2013 - With winter weather upon us, it's that time of year that heating bills sky rocket. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressmen Richard Hanna were in Owego today, urging the president to increase... more Cuomo to deliver State of the State Address VIEW VIDEO January 8, 2013 - Albany is getting ready to hear Governor Cuomo's State of the State Address tomorrow.   Both Democrats and Republicans expect the governor to highlight progress made with the state's budget, and... more Shooter's alleged gun buyer pleads not guilty VIEW VIDEO January 8, 2013 - The Rochester woman charged with helping a gunman obtain weapons used to shoot four volunteer firefighters and killing two, plead not guilty in court today.   Dawn Nguyen, 24, is accused of... more Comments From the Public on Fracking VIEW VIDEO December 28, 2012 - The State Department of Environmental Conservation says they have received 837 comments in the past 16 days regarding the states proposed hydrofracking regulations. The DEC revealed  its latest... more Dick's Sporting Goods to Change Policy on Selling Guns VIEW VIDEO December 18, 2012 - The Sandy Hook School shooting has forced Dick's Sporting Goods to change it's policy on selling guns. The company has announced that in the wake of the shooting it has removed all guns from sale and... more Fracking Protestors Greet Governor Andrew Cuomo VIEW VIDEO December 5, 2012 - Protesters from both sides of the fracking debate also greeted Governor Cuomo Wednesday morning. Pro-gas landowners say they wanted to remind the governor that they are still ready for drilling... more BU President to Have More Say in Regional Development Plans VIEW VIDEO December 5, 2012 - Binghamton University President Harvey Stenger is replacing Cornell President David Skorton as the new co-chair of the Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council. Stenger met with... more Day One of Joseph Ross-Jones Murder Trial VIEW VIDEO December 4, 2012 - Prosecution called a handful of witnesses Tuesday as the murder trial of Joseph Ross-Jones began. Ross-Jones is accused of murdering Daniel Martinez in October of 2011. Martinez's girlfriend... more Cop Shooter Suspect Arraigned VIEW VIDEO November 28, 2012 - The suspect in the shooting of an Ithaca police officer in October is now officially charged with attempted murder. Jamel Booker was arraigned in Tompkins County Court Wednesday. He faces... more DEC Seeks 90-Extension for Fracking Regulations VIEW VIDEO November 28, 2012 - The state DEC is seeking a 90-day extension to Thursday's deadline to set fracking regulations. It's a move that has many landowners hopeful that the finish line to allowing the drilling process... more Second Arrest Made in Ithaca Shooting VIEW VIDEO November 27, 2012 - A second arrest in the shooting of an Ithaca Police Officer in October. 35-year-old Kimberly Harden of Ithaca is charged with hindering prosecution. Police say she assisted Jamel Booker, who... more Trends Forecaster Gerald Celente Says Holiday Spending Won't Led to Recovery VIEW VIDEO November 26, 2012 - Why won't all the frenzied holiday spending we are seeing so early in the season lead to an economic recovery?  Isn't it at least a sign that the U.S. is beginning to climb out of recessionary... more Two NYSEG Workers Dead After Helicopter Crash in Corning VIEW VIDEO November 15, 2012 - Two people confirmed dead in a helicopter crash in Corning. It happened around noontime on Thursday. The helicopter was being used by NYSEG to check power lines in the area. Nyseg says it didn't... more Mayor Ryan Returns from Anti-Fracking Rally in Albany VIEW VIDEO November 14, 2012 - There are only 16 days left until the New York Department of Health's deadline to make fracking regulations, but the review is not complete. Binghamton Mayor Matt Ryan travelled to Albany this... more Lt. Governor Robert Duffy on Hurricane Sandy VIEW VIDEO October 29, 2012 - Following Governor Cuomo's cancellation of his trip to the tier on Sunday because of heavy fog the Lt. Governor was in Binghamton on Monday. At Broome County Emergency Services, Lt. Governor... more On the Vestal Parkway as Sandy Moves Toward Tier VIEW VIDEO October 29, 2012 - Fox 40 positions itself along the Vestal Parkway early Monday evening, with updates, as Hurricane Sandy heads toward the Tier. To learn more, click on the video link... more Hurricane Sandy Set To Hit New Jersey Coast VIEW VIDEO October 28, 2012 - After days of talking about it and getting ready Hurricane Sandy is close to hitting the New Jersey shore and wreaking havoc on the Northeast.     But what can we expect here in the Southern Tier?... more Hunter Safety VIEW VIDEO October 26, 2012 - Treat every fire arm as if it were loaded. Identify your target and what's beyond it. Keep your finger off the trigger until you're ready to shoot, and... "Don't aim your gun at anything you don't... more Siena Poll Voters VIEW VIDEO October 26, 2012 - The latest Sienna Poll shows that heading toward election day, both Kirsten Gillibrand and President Obama are poised to carry New York.   The large lead for Obama is similar to the support he... more Siena Poll on Hydrofracking VIEW VIDEO October 26, 2012 - Should Hydro-fracking be allowed right here in New York State?  That's the controversial question that many New Yorkers are waiting for the Governor to answer.   According to a Siena College poll... more Governor Cuomo Declares A State Of Emergency October 26, 2012 - A state of emergency has been declared for the state of New York with Hurricane Sandy expected to hit the East Coast this weekend. The declaration gets emergency crews ready to be deployed to... more Cal Harris Set For New Trial VIEW VIDEO October 18, 2012 - Cal Harris, the man twice convicted for killing his wife, is getting another trial. The state court of appeals made the ruling Tuesday. The court ruled that while the guilty verdict was supported... more Injured Ithaca Police Police Gets to Go Home VIEW VIDEO October 18, 2012 - An Ithaca police officer shot in the line of duty last week is home Thursday night, still recovering from serious injuries. Anthony Augustine pulled over a man suspected of stealing a car last... more Tricks To Planning A Secure Financial Future VIEW VIDEO October 18, 2012 - Planning a secure financial future doesn't come naturally to most people. But what if you could trick your brain into doing it?  Greg Lesko has some ideas about how to do that.  If you got a... more Good Economic News for State--Not so Good for Binghamton October 18, 2012 - Some good follow-up news for New York State on the economic front.   In September the state's economy added 29 hundred private sector jobs, bringing the total of jobs added for the state in 2012... more Candidate's Spotlight: Libous, Fracking and the Economy VIEW VIDEO October 17, 2012 - Jason Weinstein: IF THE D.E.C DID DECIDE AGAINST PERMITTING FRACKING , WOULD YOU SUPPORT THAT DECISION? AND IF THE DECISION IS SOLELY IN THE HANDS OF THE D.E.C , DOES IT MATTER WHAT  A STATE... more Counterfeit Air Bags Pose Danger VIEW VIDEO October 12, 2012 - If you've been in an accident and had your car repaired, can you be sure that your air bags still work?     Air bag deployment that's what your air bags are supposed to do, but if your car is... more Siena Poll: Most New Yorkers think they are not better off VIEW VIDEO October 12, 2012 - If you live in New York do you think you're better off now than you were four years ago?  If you do think you're better off, you're in the minority.     According to a Siena poll only 35 percent... more Lesko: Big Retailers Will Act as Banks VIEW VIDEO October 11, 2012 - Greg Lesko of Lesko Financial Services says your next banking-type service could come from a big retailer near... more Schumer: Sikorsky Should Exit Quickly VIEW VIDEO October 9, 2012 - Senator Charles Schumer is asking Sikorsky aircraft to make a quick and clean exit from big flats, and help the 570 workers he says the company has "turned its back on." Sikorsky recently... more Helpful Tips for Fire Prevention Week VIEW VIDEO October 8, 2012 - Some simple rules could save your life in the event of a fire. As part of Fire Prevention Week local fire officials will spread their safety message to schools, and are sharing some tips with the... more Lamb: Hanna Did Pressure TV Station VIEW VIDEO October 5, 2012 - Democratic congressional candidate Dan Lamb continued to press Congressman Richard Hanna on charges he threatened to pull his advertising dollars from a Utica television station if it televised a... more Hanna Debate Controversy VIEW VIDEO October 4, 2012 - Meanwhile Congressman Richard Hanna's Democratic opponent Dan Lamb is accusing the Congressman of threatening to pull advertising dollars from a Utica television station if it televised a debate that... more Greg Lesko: Will There Be An October Surprise From Wall Street VIEW VIDEO October 4, 2012 - Should Wall Street fear October? Greg Lesko is here to tell us. This is the scary month and not just because of Halloween. For the financial world, October is when some of the worst disasters... more Hanna and Lamb Face Off in First Congressional Debate VIEW VIDEO September 29, 2012 - CORTLAND -- Today was the first congressional face off between incumbent Republican Congressman Richard Hanna and his opponent, Democrat Dan Lamb.  Both candidates said they were confident with how... more Manhunt Continues For Suspect In Murder Of School Superintendent VIEW VIDEO September 28, 2012 - The manhunt continues for a suspect in the apparent murder of a School Superintendent who was shot and killed in western New York earlier this week.     As memorials and tributes continue for... more RAPE OF CHILD ARRAIGNMENT September 28, 2012 - A senior citizen from Susquehanna County has been charged with the rape of a pre-teen child. In addition to rape, 69 year old John Katchmore of Hallstead is accused of Indecent Assault and... more New Development: State's Fracking Regs Deadline Could be Delayed September 28, 2012 - Friday night, New York's D.E.C confirmed to Fox 40 News that it might  miss it's late Nvember deadline for issuing proposed regulations for hydrofracking. That's because of the state's recent move... more Suspect in Slaying of Former Principal Caught VIEW VIDEO September 28, 2012 - After a nation-wide search, the sought-after Virginia man for the death of former area school principal Keith Reed has been captured. Authorities say that Anthony Robert "Rob" Taglianetti was... more Police Seek Suspect in Superintendent Slaying VIEW VIDEO September 27, 2012 - There is a break in the case of a school Superintendent who was shot and killed in Western New York. Keith Reed was well known in Chenango County where he was a High School Principal, until he... more Local Environmental Firm Wants S-GEIS Withdrawn VIEW VIDEO September 26, 2012 - BINGHAMTON -- Quick reaction to a study concluding that Pennsylvania hasn't adequately monitored or enforced regulations involving natural gas wells.  The study, by Washington-based Earthworks... more Former Chenango County Principal Shot and Killed in WNY VIEW VIDEO September 25, 2012 - A Chenango County community is in shock after a popular high school principal is shot and killed in Western New York. Keith Reed, Jr. was in charge of the Sherburne-Earlville High School for six... more 575 Jobs: Sikorsky Closing Big Flats Plant VIEW VIDEO September 24, 2012 - Another blow to the economy of Upstate New York.:  Sikorsky Aircraft in Big Flats, in Chemung County, will be shutting down by the end of the year. And when it does, it looks like more than... more NY Senator Wants Higher Fines For Telemarketers VIEW VIDEO September 23, 2012 - Long gone are the days of peaceful meals at home without a telemarketer interrupting your evening.  New York Senator Charles Schumer says at one time you could put your name on a "Do Not Call" list,... more Jobless Numbers: Good News for State, Not so Much for Binghamton VIEW VIDEO September 21, 2012 - Some good news for New York State when it comes to the economy.  The State Department of Labor has released a report that it has regained all of the private sector jobs that were lost in the... more Federal Money Helps with Hiring of Long-Term Unemployed VIEW VIDEO September 19, 2012 - New York businesses now have more incentive to hire the long-term unemployed...   The state is handing out $6 million in federal grants to companies who hire those out of work for 27 weeks or... more Grants for Broadband in New York VIEW VIDEO September 19, 2012 - New York is looking to close the broadband gap, something the state says leaves 700,000 people without internet access. New York is offering 25 million dollars in grants to public and private... more Libous Says Fracking Stance Brings Death Threats VIEW VIDEO September 18, 2012 - State Senator Tom Libous says his life has been threatened because he supports gas drilling. The New York Post quotes Libous as saying that he has reported the death threats to the... more Work to Ripe Old Age? Advice from Greg Lesko September 13, 2012 - Is working to a ripe old age becoming nomal? Greg Lesko of Lekso financial has some... more Chenango Economic Forum VIEW VIDEO September 12, 2012 - Chenango County invited the public's input at a meeting Wednesday night. As leaders look to update their five year Economic Development Plan. "A lot has happened since 2007, one the great... more Residents wonder if politics has taken over Fracking VIEW VIDEO September 11, 2012 - CHENANGO FORKS -- Victor Furman owns five acres of land in Chenango Forks, and the mineral rights to 50 others. He's frustrated that there has been no decision on fracking regulations from the... more Rock B. Shooting Update VIEW VIDEO September 10, 2012 - Police still have not released the identity of the 26 year old victim of Saturday's fatal shooting near the Rock B. Tavern on Conklin Avenue. It happened around 2:20am Saturday morning, and later... more Cuomo Says No Rush on Fracking Decision VIEW VIDEO September 10, 2012 - According to that CBS report last month, the Coumo Administration would announce soon after Labor Day that it had decided to allow hydrofracting to proceed. So, what happened to that anticipated... more Child Porn Law Tightened VIEW VIDEO September 10, 2012 - New York State has closed a loophole which had allowed some to view child pornography. Under the old statute people who visited a website where child pornographic images became automatically... more Grandparents' Scams on Rise VIEW VIDEO September 10, 2012 - An alert Monday night to grandparents. Watch out for scams targeting them the Better Business Bureau says, because of the rise of social media, scam artists are able to obtain personal information... more Lupardo Wants Larger Investigation, Resignation of Rep. Lopez VIEW VIDEO September 7, 2012 - State Representative Donna Lupardo is adding her voice to those calling for the resignation of Assemblyman Vito Lopez:   Lupardo's not satisfied with the decision of the joint commission on... more Governor Cuomo Fights Against Teen Smoking VIEW VIDEO September 5, 2012 - Governor Cuomo signed two bills Wednesday aimed at keeping teens from smoking. One law bans smoking within 100 feet of the entrances or exits of public or private schools another prohibits the... more School's Open Drive Carefully Campaign VIEW VIDEO September 5, 2012 - Now that school is back in session, drivers need to be careful. Crashes are the leading cause of death for children from five to fourteen years old. State police are showing their support for... more School Lunches Could Be Healthier Than Ever VIEW VIDEO September 4, 2012 - It can be difficult to make sure your kids are eating right when they go back to class. But with new USDA nutrition guidelines, school lunches could be healthier than ever.  Kids will have: a... more Police Helicopter Forced Landing After Finding Body of Missing Woman VIEW VIDEO August 31, 2012 - A police search helicopter makes an emergency landing after locating the  body of a missing woman Friday morning in the Town of Campbell in Steuben County. Authorities say 28 year old Melissa... more Orzel Attacks Libous in Campaign Statement VIEW VIDEO August 29, 2012 - John Orzel announced his candidacy for NY State Senate and is already taking about his opponent in the general election, State Senator Tom Libous. On Tuesday, Orzel talked about his campaign... more New Law Restricting Doctor Shopping Signed VIEW VIDEO August 27, 2012 - Governor Cuomo signed the I-Stop bill into law Monday.  It's designed to restrict doctor shopping. Doctors will be required to use electronic prescriptions instead of paper starting in December of... more Search for Missing Man Continues VIEW VIDEO August 27, 2012 - The search continued today for the father and boater missing in Cayuga Lake. Sunday morning Daniel Dymock's boat was found in the lake. His 9-year-old son who was wearing a life preserver was... more Bloomburg Funds Fracking Studies VIEW VIDEO August 24, 2012 - According to media reports, the  Cuomo adminstration  has already decided to allow hydrofracking in New York-- and will announced that decision after labor day--   Now, New York City Mayor... more Latest Unemployment Numbers Not Pretty VIEW VIDEO August 21, 2012 - More details today on the July unemployment numbers shows no improvement.   Unemployment is up across the state 0.7%, and 0.8% in the Binghamton area. The Tioga County and Chenango County job... more Binghamton Schools Plan to Combat Bullying VIEW VIDEO August 21, 2012 - BINGHAMTON -- When kids go back to school in Binghamton, there will be some new programs in place to prevent bullying. Today at the Binghamton Rotary meeting David Garbarino, Director of Health... more CBS Report: NYS will approve Hydro-Fracking VIEW VIDEO August 20, 2012 - NEW YORK STATE -- State leaders may have already made their decision about fracking.  That's the issue reverberating around New York.  A CBS News Report says that the state is ready to approve the... more Cuomo Signs Bills Making Solar Power More Affordable VIEW VIDEO August 17, 2012 - New York State is looking to double the number of residents who have solar panels, both this year and next...   Governor Cuomo signed a series of bills Friday as part of the NY-SUN... more Incubator Project: Hatching an Economic Future VIEW VIDEO August 15, 2012 - A myriad of officials announced plans to turn this vacant lot on Hawley Street in Binghamton into a $22-million high-tech incubator. The incubator will house new businesses looking to shepherd... more Stronger "Do Not Call" Law VIEW VIDEO August 14, 2012 - Governor Cuomo signed legislation Tuesday making prerecorded telemarketing calls  illegal in New York State unless the caller has your consent.   Companies will also have to give you the option of... more Police Say Man Electrocuted While Stealing Scrap Metal VIEW VIDEO August 12, 2012 - A Tompkins County man was killed early Sunday morning after he was electrocuted while allegedly trying to steal wire and scrap metal from a Pennsylvania Manufacturing Company.     Authorities say... more Hinchey's Wife Sentenced for DWI VIEW VIDEO August 10, 2012 - An Albany court sentenced Allison Lee --the wife of U.S. Representative Maurice Hinchey -- to 60 days in prison after she agreed to a plea deal stemming from her January DWI arrest...  Police... more 'Heading Toward Third World War,' Says Trends Forecaster Celente VIEW VIDEO August 7, 2012 - The tensions in the Mid-East are causing concerns among a number of observers-- --And among them is trends forecaster Gerald Celente. For the past several years, he's been predicting that the... more Economic Forecaster: Economy on a Downward Slide VIEW VIDEO August 6, 2012 - What many mainstream anaylsts are saying now, about the economy, is what Trends Forecaster Gerald Celente, of Kingston, New York,  has been saying for the past several years ---that the economy is on... more Speed Week Campaign VIEW VIDEO August 6, 2012 - New York State Police want you to get ready for this weekend's Nascar race at Watkins Glen, but not by copying your favorite driver. From Monday until August 12th New York State Police will... more Update On Home Explosion In Corning VIEW VIDEO August 4, 2012 - Saturday night fire officials in Corning released the official reason for Friday morning's home explosion on Wilson Street that critically injured 2 people.     Corning Fire Chief John Tighe says... more No Farm Relief Bill VIEW VIDEO August 3, 2012 - Congress is taking it's summer break-- without  passing a relief package for drought-stricken farmers, including those in New York State...     In June,  the democratic-controlled senate passed a... more Gas Drilling Supporters React to Protest VIEW VIDEO August 1, 2012 - Groups that support gas drilling have a much different view from opponents of what Governor Cuomo should do when it comes to natural gas drilling.     Bob Poloncic is chairman of the Vestal Gas... more Cuomo Body Piercing Bill VIEW VIDEO July 31, 2012 - A new law in New York aims to protect teenagers by requiring a parents permission to get a body piercing. The permission needs to be signed in front of the owner or piercing specialist at the... more Commercial Truck Drivers Could See 45% rise in Thruway Tolls VIEW VIDEO July 29, 2012 - Commercial truck drivers traveling on the New York State Thruway could be facing a 45 percent increase in the tolls they pay to use the roads.   Officials at the State Thruway Authority say its... more Strong Storms Tear Across the State VIEW VIDEO July 26, 2012 - A fierce storm tears across the Southern Tier producing damaging straight line winds and reports of tornadoes. We have unconfirmed reports of a tornado at the mall in Elmira. Closer to home... more Gas Prices on the Rise VIEW VIDEO July 23, 2012 - After a summer of relief, are you noticing that gas prices are going up? Gas prices in New York increased by 7.6 cents per gallon this past week. We drove around town and saw prices ranging... more Increased Moviehouse Security Following Colorado Shootings VIEW VIDEO July 20, 2012 - Moviehouses across the country have increased security following the mass shootings in Colorado at the premier showing of the new Batman movie. But there was no increased police presence at the AMC... more Binghamton Man Dead After being Pulled from Cayuga Lake VIEW VIDEO July 19, 2012 - A trip to Cayuga Lake turns deadly for a Binghamton man. Now detectives are waiting for autopsy results. Investigators say Wednesday afternoon, 69-year-old Roman Lewkowitz was on a pontoon in... more Housing Market Improving VIEW VIDEO July 19, 2012 - If you are hoping to sell a home, there are signs that the market is turning around.   A recent Siena poll shows that the market appraisal is the best it has been in the last ten quarters.  We... more Southern Tier, State Adds Private Sector Jobs VIEW VIDEO July 19, 2012 - New York State was responsible for nearly one in five private-sector jobs added nationally in June. The state added 15,400 private-sector jobs. That is an increase of .2%. The US as a whole... more Happy Birthday to the Air Conditioner VIEW VIDEO July 17, 2012 - Did you know the air conditioner was invented 110 years ago today? Kate Thornton takes a look at the machine's roots. She also shows us a program that gets the units to New Yorkers with health... more Investigators: String of Heavy Equipment Thefts Stretched Across Upstate VIEW VIDEO July 16, 2012 - A Cortland man is accused of being involved with a chain of thefts of ATV's and heavy equipment that stretched across upstate New York. The stolen property is valued at $150,000. Detectives say... more New Teen Tanning Law VIEW VIDEO July 16, 2012 - Kids under the age of 17 will soon be banned from using tanning beds in New York State. When a new law signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo goes into effect, it will prohibit anyone under 17 from... more New York Senator Calls For Capacity Limits Be Posted On All Recreational Boats VIEW VIDEO July 15, 2012 - After a recent boating tragedy that took the lives of 3 young children on the Long Island Sound over the 4th of July  New York Senator Charles Schumer is calling on the U.S. Coast Guard to require... more More Host Families Needed For Fresh Air Program July 13, 2012 - Each year thousands of inner city kids leave New York City and spend time upstate with host families in what's known as the Fresh Air Program.   This year the Southern Tier is experiencing a... more Car Thefts Low in Binghamton Area VIEW VIDEO July 12, 2012 - People talk a lot about high crime rates in New York State, but in one area at least, New York ranks far below the national average, and so does Binghamton     According to the New York... more Training Sessions to Fight Beetle and Borer Tree Infestations VIEW VIDEO July 12, 2012 - They are two tiny pests that pose a big threat to  our forests. The Asian *Longhorned* beetle-- --and the Emerald Ash Borer are already responsible for destroying millions of trees. Dozens... more Nationwide Won't Cover Fracking Losses VIEW VIDEO July 12, 2012 - Hydrofracking is again in the news, but for a reason that hasn't been much discussed during the usual debates about the controversial drilling process. This time it concerns insurance.   Fox 40... more Trimmed-down Tioga County Fair Focuses on Animals VIEW VIDEO July 11, 2012 - With a good portion of the fairgrounds still off limits due to flood damage, there is no midway or demolition derby at the Tioga County Fair, which is now underway. However local 4-H kids are... more Something for Everyone at NYS Fair VIEW VIDEO July 10, 2012 - The annual Great New York State Fair showcases the best the state has to offer in agriculture, entertainment, and education.  The fair attracts nearly a million visitors each year, 50,000 of them... more Arson Fire That Destroyed Cop's Home Still Under Investigation VIEW VIDEO July 10, 2012 - New York State Police are asking for the public's help in their investigation of an arson fire from two years ago, that destroyed the house of a policeman.   It happened at 60 Etna Road, in the... more President Signs Schumer-Sponsored 'Bath Salts' Ban VIEW VIDEO July 10, 2012 - Legislation banning the synthetic drug called 'bath salts' was signed into law by Tuesday by President Obama ....   And Senator Charles Schumer played a big role in getting the bill to the... more Drone Author Worries About Domestic Use of Unmanned Technology VIEW VIDEO July 9, 2012 - Death by remote control. That is what one author says America is conducting overseas - and she worries about the consequences.   Author Medea Benjamin spoke at Binghamton City Hall today about... more Age Doesn't Keep 88 Year-Old JC Woman from Political Protests VIEW VIDEO July 9, 2012 - One of the activists at Monday's news conference on drone warfare was 88-year-old Mary Snyder of Johnson City.    She was arrested during a recent protest at the Hancock Air Force Base near... more Fracking Protestors Arrested at PA State Forest VIEW VIDEO July 9, 2012 - Three fracking protestors arrested in  Central Pennsylvania--after the group used downed trees to block roads to a gas drilling site.   It happened Sunday night at the Moshannon State Forest,... more Senator Gillibrand Responds to Unemployment Numbers VIEW VIDEO July 6, 2012 - It's just a few days after the Fourth of July marking the birth of a nation that has for centuries held out political and economic hope for the oppressed. But Friday's unemployment figures still... more Fences, Alarms Required for New York Pools VIEW VIDEO July 5, 2012 - If you have a backyard pool and are unsure of some of the rules and regulations, you may want to listen up, or you could get stuck paying some pretty hefty fines. If you have a swimming pool... more Police Warn Fireworks Watchers Not to Pull Off Roads VIEW VIDEO July 4, 2012 - With the weather holding Wednesday night, there was probably lots of fireworks watching for the 4th.   But New York State Police and the DOT were asking people not to stop or park along interstate... more Fireworks Safety Tips VIEW VIDEO July 4, 2012 - Although we're never sure how Mick and his forecasts are viewed by the law, home fireworks are definitely illegal in New York State.   But if you are in Pennsylvania---or anywhere else you still... more PA Fireworks Sales Booming VIEW VIDEO July 3, 2012 - Tuesday afternoon it was a packed house at Mess's Fireworks in Great Bend. PA. However, since this year, the 4th of July is on a Wednesday, store manager Melissa Machue says it's hard to judge how... more Congressman Hanna Introduces New Transportation Bill VIEW VIDEO July 2, 2012 - CHENANGO -- Almost a billion and a half dollars for mass transit and a good chunk of it could be coming to Upstate New York.   Congressman Richard Hanna made the announcement today.  The money is... more Chenango Valley State Park Improves Grounds in Time for Holiday Weekend VIEW VIDEO July 2, 2012 - Chenango Valley State Park gets a face-lift just in time for the 4th of July. Beach upgrades to the park are now complete for the summer season.  The state invested $4 million dollars for... more Benefits of Local Produce Touted at Meeting June 28, 2012 - Eating local can mean eating healthy--and one group is trying to make both easier.   The Food and health network of South Central New York met today at the Broome County Health Department. ... more Regional Economic Development Council Looks at Future Projects VIEW VIDEO June 28, 2012 - More state-funded projects are on their way to the Southern Tier, in an effort to create jobs. The Southern Tier Regional Economic Council met Thursday in Binghamton. Co-chair Tom Tranter, the... more Students React to Supreme Court Health Care Decision VIEW VIDEO June 28, 2012 - Across the nation and here in the Southern Tier reactions are mixed to Thursday's U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding the Obama Affordable Health Care Act. During the afternoon, dozens of people... more New Law Allows Public Disclosure of Teaching Evaluations VIEW VIDEO June 25, 2012 - Public disclosure of teacher evaluation data is now the law in New York State.  Governor Cuomo signed the new law Monday. The law requires school districts and BOCES to fully disclose their... more Tips and Tricks for the Hot Summer Ahead VIEW VIDEO June 20, 2012 - A dip in the pool isn't the only way to beat the heat. The American Red Cross suggests wearing loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. You should also stay hydrated, stay indoors... more Welfare Reform Passes Senate, Restricts Certain Purchases VIEW VIDEO June 19, 2012 - A welfare reform bill sponsored by Senator Tom Libous has passed in  the New York State Senate.   The Public Assistance Integrity Act would make it against the law to use public assistance dollars... more Will Gas Drilling Bans End Up in Court? VIEW VIDEO June 19, 2012 - Binghamton Mayor Matt Ryan was part of Tuesday's anti-fracking rally. He was also part of a contingent of leaders who went to Albany Monday representing municipalities that have enacted a... more Bill Provides Attendance Waiver to Flooded Schools VIEW VIDEO June 19, 2012 - School districts that had to close or did not open due to Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee will not be penalized.     New York state law requires schools to be open 180 days to receive state... more State Senate Approves Welfare Reform Bill VIEW VIDEO June 19, 2012 - A welfare reform bill sponsored by State Senator Tom Libous has passed in the New York State Senate.   The Public Assistance Integrity Act would make it against the law to use public assistance... more Yellow Dots Alert First Responders to Medical Information in Vehicle VIEW VIDEO June 18, 2012 - If you are injured in a car crash first responders and doctors may need  your medical history to save your life.      The New York State Sheriff's Association Yellow Dot program could help.   ... more Public Assistance Integrity Act VIEW VIDEO June 15, 2012 - Should welfare recipients be able to use public assistance to buy cigarettes, alcohol, and lottery tickets? State Senator Tom Libous says no. He's introducing the "Public Assistance Integrity... more Wendy Long Heading for GOP Primary for U.S. Senate VIEW VIDEO June 15, 2012 - U.S. Senate Candidate Wendy Long was in Binghamton Friday getting ready for the primary election just around the corner. Wendy has already clinched the spot for New York State Conservative Party,... more Libous does not think medicinal marijuana will pass in Senate VIEW VIDEO June 14, 2012 - Legalization of medical marijuana in New York will not get the support of the State Senate, according to Tom Libous. The bill, which passed the assembly this week, would allow certified patients... more Greg Lesko VIEW VIDEO June 14, 2012 - This week we spoke with Financial Adviser Greg Lesko on the benefits on Wi-fi and what the future may... more Frm. PA Regulator Says Fracking Poses Fewer Risks VIEW VIDEO June 13, 2012 - BINGHAMTON -- It's a fracking plan aimed at Broome and other counties along the Pennsylvania border, and the New York Times says it is under consideration by the Cuomo administration. According to... more Manhunt For Stabbing Suspect VIEW VIDEO June 12, 2012 - A wild manhunt Monday night crossed the state line lines a man stabbed two people in a trailer court. State police and Tioga County Sheriff's were called to 25 Middle Street in Barton just after... more Man Sentenced to Eight Year Term in Prison for Robbery VIEW VIDEO June 7, 2012 - A man who police say threatened to blow the head off a cab driver plead guilty to Robbery Thursday. The incident happened in 2008 but police weren't able to arrest 43-year-old Terrence Wright... more New Law Could Help Against Prescription Drug Abuse VIEW VIDEO June 6, 2012 - Legislators hope a new law in New York State will take a big bite out of prescription drug abuse. The state's new I-Stop law will create a "real time" prescription monitoring registry, so that... more Van Etten Woman Charged in Baby Shaking VIEW VIDEO June 6, 2012 - A Van Etten woman police say shook her baby to death was officially charged Wednesday. 27-year-old Nicole Freeman, also known as Nicole Sager, was arraigned in Van Etten Town Court Wednesday... more Bradley Colas Freed VIEW VIDEO June 5, 2012 - A Vestal native and Virginia Beach police officer is a free man Tuesday night after prosecutors in Virginia decline to pursue attempted murder charges. Bradley Colas attacked two firefighters who... more Siena Poll: Consumer Confidence Highest in Five Years June 4, 2012 - Despite the still shaky economy, consumer confidence in New York State is at it's highest level in almost five years.   It is now at the point where optimism outweighs pessimism among New Yorkers.... more Apple Farmers Get a Little Help from Albany VIEW VIDEO June 4, 2012 - No one can control the weather but some in Albany say they want to control the damage the weather has done to local farms.   Some lawmakers have introduced the "Family, Farmers, and Apple Growers... more Cuomo Wants Less Severe Penalties for Small Amounts of Pot VIEW VIDEO June 4, 2012 - Governor Cuomo is looking to lessen the penalty for some who are busted for marijuana...   Cuomo is proposing the penalty for private and public possession of a small amount of marijuana be the... more Groundbreaking Actress Talks About Dealing With a Disability VIEW VIDEO May 30, 2012 - A groundbreaking actress and comedian made a stop in the Southern Tier. You may remember Geri Jewell on "The Facts of Life." She was actually the first person with a disability to have a... more State Police Seek Cause of Trooper's Fatal Crash VIEW VIDEO May 28, 2012 - Investigators are looking to learn more about the crash that killed a New York State trooper. 31-year-old Amanda Anna died after she lost control of her vehicle on Route 37 in the Town of Hastings... more Man Hit by Train in Otego VIEW VIDEO May 28, 2012 - An 18-year-old man is in the hospital after being hit by a train early Monday morning.   It happened on the tracks in the town of Otego. State Police say that Trevor Komenda was struck by an... more Memorial Day's Upstate Roots VIEW VIDEO May 28, 2012 - Did you know Memorial Day has its roots right here in upstate New York? Larry Sparano takes a fascinating look at how the holiday began, and delves into Broome County's military history. Click on... more Schumer: FEMA Red Tape Slowing Tioga Recovery VIEW VIDEO May 24, 2012 - Senator Charles Schumer says it is time for FEMA to cut the red tape when it comes to funding flood recovery in Tioga County.   Yesterday the Senator met with FEMA officials. He says that... more Workshop Guides Applications for State Economic Development Grants VIEW VIDEO May 24, 2012 - Getting an economic development grant from the state can seem like an overwhelming process for a small organization or community---But today there was a special workshop to help the Southern Tier win... more Live From the Red Carpet: American Idol Finale Preparations VIEW VIDEO May 23, 2012 - A star-studded show is expected tonight at the American Idol Finale in Los Angeles. Will it be Jessica or Phillip? Past American Idol winners, celebrities, and popular artists are all expected... more Jon Bones Jones Arraignment Date Set VIEW VIDEO May 22, 2012 - A week from now, Jon Bones Jones won't be in the Octagon, but a Binghamton Courtroom instead. He'll be there for an arraignment on charges of DWI. The UFC light-heavyweight champion is accused... more Finalists for American Idol Prepare for Big Night VIEW VIDEO May 22, 2012 - After thousands of auditions it all comes down to two young singers on Tuesday night's American Idol Finale. Dana Haynes is in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theater with interviews from both... more April's New York State Unemployment Numbers VIEW VIDEO May 22, 2012 - Not much good news for New York State in the April unemployment numbers.   While the national unemployment rate is a full 1% lower than last year, New York State's unemployment is actually... more Lesko: Stock Maneuvers Can be Tricky VIEW VIDEO May 17, 2012 - You wouldn't expect a responsible chairman to do something that would end up hurting his company's stock and cost him his title. but that's what happened at one company. Robert Stiller, former... more Local Anti-Fracking Group Reacts to Vermont Ban on Drilling Technique VIEW VIDEO May 17, 2012 - Reaction Thursday night to Vermont's decision to ban hydrofracking--   Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin signed the ban Wednesday, making Vermont the first state to ban fracking. A number of New... more Orzel Officially Announces for Libous Seat VIEW VIDEO May 17, 2012 - Another candidate is entering the race for the State Senate seat held by Tom Libous. Although he won't comment directly on the Libous investigation, John Orzel announced Thursday his intentions to... more Angel's Gate Animal Cruelty Investigation: Will Law Move Too Slowly? VIEW VIDEO May 16, 2012 - Will the law move too slowly to prevent more alleged animal abuse? Angel's Gate operator  Susan Marino faces 17 new misdemeanor charges of cruelty to animals, at her hospice and rehabilitation... more Siena Poll-Fracking VIEW VIDEO May 16, 2012 - New Yorkers remain pretty evenly split over whether gas drilling should go forward upstate. That is according to a new Sienna poll indicating 37% percent of people who were polled support moving... more Child Porn Bill VIEW VIDEO May 16, 2012 - The New York State Senate passed a bill Wednesday that closes a loophole on internet viewing of child pornography.   The legislation follows a court ruling  earlier this month that declared that... more War Brides of the Southern Tier VIEW VIDEO May 14, 2012 - During World War 2, American servicemen stationed overseas fell in love during whirlwind courtships. "I was at a dance and he asked me to dance, " remembers Peggy Lia. "My mum used to invite... more Teens Could be Banned From Tanning Beds VIEW VIDEO May 11, 2012 - The American Cancer Society and other health groups are pushing for the New York State Senate to ban teens under the age of 18 from tanning beds.  A bill that would do so has already been passed in... more Former Student Remembers SUNY Professor Taken Hostage VIEW VIDEO May 7, 2012 - A former SUNY Oswego professor kidnapped nine months ago by suspected terrorists in Pakistan is still a hostage. And now his captors have released a tape with a desperate message-- the U.S. must... more EPA Fracking Rules, Obama, Blasted by Romney in PA VIEW VIDEO May 4, 2012 - An issue that is drawing battle lines in both New York and Pennsylvania, is getting more national attention in this election year. And on Friday, there was comment from a presidential candidate in... more NYS Senate passes drunk driving, sex offender legislation VIEW VIDEO May 2, 2012 - The New York State Senate passed a bill that would require some drunk drivers to take an accident prevention course. The bill now goes to the Assembly.  People convicted of drunk driving would be... more Facebook Organ Donations VIEW VIDEO May 1, 2012 - When you update your status on Facebook, you'll have one extra thing to fill out. Now you can put whether you're an organ donor. Facebook is allowing you to add organ donor to your timeline. ... more Battle of the Belts May 1, 2012 - "Today we have a competition Battle of the Belts, we're running around trying to spread awareness about wearing your seat belt," said Spencer Nagle, 12th grader. "The students all get teams of... more Schumer Scolds FEMA April 25, 2012 - Senator Chuck Schumer is hoping his words light a fire under FEMA. He believes the agency has been making it too difficult for Tioga County officials to rebuild after the flood. The senator... more Esworthy To Challenge Libous VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2012 - Democrats are gunning for entrenched Republican State Senator Tom Libous. Tuesday night, Barrett Esworthy of the Town of Owego, announced he's a candidate for the 52nd District state senate seat... more DMV Organ Transplant Initiative VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2012 - There are more than ten thousand New Yorkers waiting for organs from donors. And in many cases, those waiting for their gift of life are desperate. Andrea Loren is about to introduce us to a... more Operation Hang-Up Nabs 150 Drivers VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2012 - More than 150 tickets in 12 hours! Monday night we told you about Operation Hang-Up.   It's a state-wide effort to nab drivers who are breaking the law by talking on the phone or texting... more A Quiet Primary in NY VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2012 - New York Republicans cast their vote for presidential nominee in Tuesday's primary. Rainy cold weather and a lack of drama contributed to low turnout. One voters says, even in a competitive... more New York State Regents Exams Could be Changing VIEW VIDEO April 24, 2012 - Graduation requirements for students in New York could be changing. The State Board of Regents is considering two pathways to a diploma one in career and technical education, and the other in... more NY Works Contract VIEW VIDEO April 23, 2012 - New York State is taking bids on the first round of projects in the New York Works program. No construction projects from Broome or Tioga counties are on the list.   Governor Cuomo established... more Mayor Ryan Sees Jones Win in Atlanta VIEW VIDEO April 23, 2012 - Most of us who watched--watched this weekend's UFC fight from our living room or maybe a bar: But Binghamton Mayor Matt Ryan watched it live--and in person! The mayor, who is related to Jon... more Operation Hang-Up VIEW VIDEO April 23, 2012 - If you text while you drive, the New York State Police have extra patrols out this week to find you...   Troopers will be in unmarked cars and using check points as part of Operation "Hang... more Unemployment Numbers for March VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2012 - New unemployment numbers are out for March. And they are a bit of a mixed bag.     There are signs of economic recovery. In New York State as a whole, the private sector jobs that were lost... more Will Mixed-Martial Arts Be Legalized in New York State? VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2012 - Will Jon Bones Jones be able to fight in his home state? Wednesday, the State Senate passed a bill for the second year in a row, that will now go to the state assembly. This bill would... more New EPA Air Pollution Standards for Hydrofracking Draw Mixed Reviews VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2012 - One of the huge new revenue streams that might eventually flow through Upstate New York and Broome county will now be subject to new federal regulations.for the first time ever the EPA is setting... more State Sues Sprint for 300-Million Dollars VIEW VIDEO April 19, 2012 - Apparently, one of the aps that Sprint-Nextel doesn't have on its wireless calling plans are proper payments of New York State and local sales taxes. That's what New York Attorney General Eric... more Dick Clark's Early Career in Upstate New York VIEW VIDEO April 18, 2012 - He was a Syracuse student who went on to transform popular music in America. Dick Clark died Wednesday morning at the age of 82. Clark worked in radio in Utica and even brought his show to the... more Oneonta Arson Arrest VIEW VIDEO April 17, 2012 - There is an update on the the string of fires in Oneonta over the weekend.   Police have made an arrest in connection with at least one of the fires. Gable Bugel is charged with attempted 3rd... more NY State Career Fair VIEW VIDEO April 12, 2012 - Up atop the State Building on Thursday, prospective employees searched for their next big break. New York State held its annual Career Fairs across the state on Thursday, including here in... more Health Exchange VIEW VIDEO April 12, 2012 - Governor Cuomo has issued an executive order to create a statewide health insurance exchange. The exchange will be paid for with federal funds as part of the Health Care Reform Act. The goal is... more Lupardo Next Majority Leader? VIEW VIDEO April 11, 2012 - While Lupardo talked about the state picking up the tab for flood recovery, she also spoke about whether she might pick up the number two job in the state assembly. Lupardo says she is interested... more State Will Help Broome With Flood Funding VIEW VIDEO April 11, 2012 - It looks like Albany will pick up Broome County's share of flood recovery at a cost of over 9.4 million dollars. Usually FEMA pays for 75% of recovery costs with local and state governments... more PA Towns Opposed to Fracking Win Injunction VIEW VIDEO April 11, 2012 - Earlier this year the New York State Supreme Court upheld the rights of two communities to ban gas drilling. Now a Pennsylvania judge is temporarily halting parts of a new law that would have... more Possibility of Lupardo to be the Next Assembly Majority Leader? VIEW VIDEO April 10, 2012 - Donna Lupardo is being mentioned as a possibility to become the next assembly majority leader in the state legislature. Lupardo, a Dmemocratic assemblywoman from Endwell, would succeed Ron... more Flags Flown at Half-Staff for Fallen Marine VIEW VIDEO April 10, 2012 - Flags on state government buildings were flying at half-staff on Tuesday in honor of a New York Marine. Corporal Christopher D. Bordoni died on April 3rd. His death was a result of wounds he... more David Perry House Searched April 10, 2012 - Another development in the case of missing Police Cadet Kelly Rothwell. Tuesday, police searched the house of David Perry, who was Rothwell's boyfriend, and is considered the prime suspect in her... more Missing Endicott Woman Found VIEW VIDEO April 5, 2012 - An Endicott woman, missing since Saturday, has been found safe. Pilar Mciver  was located in Freeport, Nassau County, and reunited with family members there. Police were looking for her... more Sex Trafficker Bust in Great Bend VIEW VIDEO April 5, 2012 - A father and son are under arrest, accused of being involved in sex trafficking. New York State police got a tip that Vincent George Junior, and Senior, were traveling south on I-81. After New... more Stock Act Law VIEW VIDEO April 4, 2012 - It is now illegal for members of the United States Congress to engage in insider trading. President Obama signed the Stock Act into law on Wednesday. The new law bars members of congress,... more Albany Sends Money to the Southern Tier for Repairs VIEW VIDEO April 4, 2012 - Albany is sending more than 107 million dollars to the Southern Tier to repair 155 miles of roads and 23 bridges. The money is part of the NY Works program which coordinates the 16 billion dollars... more Unemployment Update VIEW VIDEO April 3, 2012 - Joblessness climbed both state-wide and in the Binghamton area from February of last year to this year. Unemployment was 9.4% in Binghamton this February, slightly higher than the 9.2% at the same... more Mega Millions Reaches 500 Million VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2012 - The New York Mega Millions is now $540 million, and you still have time to buy a ticket. The drawing will occur this Friday and this is already a record jackpot. The jackpot started rolling on... more Libous: Transportation Bucks in Budget Benefit Local Economy VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2012 - State Senator Tom Libous expects Albany to pass the budget by Friday afternoon. On Thursday he spoke with FOX 40 about the plan. A centerpiece of the budget is transportation funding. There... more Mixed Picture for Job Market VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2012 - New information from the Department of Labor paints a mixed picture for the job market.   You can see some signs of economic recovery in New York State. The state added more than 21,000 private... more Ban Announced on Synthetic Marijuana VIEW VIDEO March 29, 2012 - There was a big announcement on Thursday as the State Department of Health announced a ban on the sale of synthetic marijuana. This ends a practice that some politicians said was endangering... more NYS Senators Wear Hoodies in Honor of Trayvon Martin VIEW VIDEO March 27, 2012 - New York State senators took part in a symbolic protest over the shooting death of Trayvon Martin. About a dozen state senators showed up in chambers wearing hoodies on Monday. Martin is the... more Lawmakers Set to Vote on State Budget as Soon as Wednesday VIEW VIDEO March 27, 2012 - It looks like lawmakers and the governor have made a budget deal. The budget may go up for a vote as soon as Wednesday. The Governor and party leaders say the plan reduces overall spending, but... more Seminar Looks at the Future of Health Care in New York VIEW VIDEO March 27, 2012 - Tuesday evening in Vestal the League of Women Voters of Broome and Tioga Counties held a program looking at health care and long term care issues.     The audience at the Vestal Public Library... more Increase in Aid Won't Prevent School Cuts VIEW VIDEO March 27, 2012 - The state budget deal struck today calls for 805 million dollars in additional aid to school districts. But that's the figure Governor Cuomo pledged in his January budget address - and that's the... more Anti Fracking Group Misses Mark VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2012 - There's a new anti-fracking coalition in New York State, but it may have missed its mark on its first big event. New Yorkers Against Fracking announced its formation today.   It's made up of... more Lawyer says Court Decisions could come soon on Fracking Bans VIEW VIDEO March 26, 2012 - The attorney for the Joint Landowners Coalition says judgement could come soon on a pair of appeals challenging municipalities' ability to ban fracking.   Scott Kurkowski represents a landowner... more I-STOP Drug Program to Discourage "Doctor Shopping" March 26, 2012 - Saying the state is facing a prescription drug abuse epidemic, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is announcing a new plan called I-STOP. The program would create an online database to... more Job Cuts Looming for Binghamton Schools VIEW VIDEO March 21, 2012 - The Binghamton City School District is looking to cut more than twenty-six positions for the next  school year. But only 9.1 jobs, to be exact, will actually be lost. That's because the... more Huge Drug Bust in Great Bend Township VIEW VIDEO March 21, 2012 - Pennsylvania State Police say they found more than 100 bags of heroin during a traffic stop in Great Bend Township. Now a 27 year old Buffalo man is accused of transporting drugs. Police made... more The Nanny Chip: The Future of Cyber Safety? VIEW VIDEO March 20, 2012 - Could the solution to cyber terrorism be as simple as a computer chip?  Binghamton University Engineering students are working on a system that could be the future of our computer safety. ... more Driver Sentenced in Crash that Killed 6 Amish Farmers VIEW VIDEO March 20, 2012 - 12 to 24 years behind bars. That is the sentence for the man convicted of causing the crash that killed six members of the Amish community.  Steven Eldridge stands convicted of aggravated... more Republican Chair Talks about U.S. Senate Primary VIEW VIDEO March 20, 2012 - It looks like it will be a months-long primary fight on the republican side to see who will run against New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. Wendy Long fell just short of the majority of the vote... more No Single GOP Opponent Emerges Against Gillibrand VIEW VIDEO March 16, 2012 - Friday, New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand still had no idea which Republican challenger she'll be facing in the general election in Novermber:   Gillibrand, a Democrat, doesn't know who her... more EPA Testing in Dimmock VIEW VIDEO March 16, 2012 - No elevated levels of contamination in Dimmock Water. That's the finding of the EPA, which sampled the well water of eleven homes in the community. The testing followed concerns that the... more St. Patrick's DWI Crackdown VIEW VIDEO March 16, 2012 - Friday night, on the even of  St. Patrick's Day, police agencies were letting the public know that they are participating in a statewide Stop-DWI crackdown.   The crackdown began Thursday, and... more Late Night Brings Governor Political Victories VIEW VIDEO March 15, 2012 - It was a late night in Albany as lawmakers passed two bills high on Governor Cuomo's agenda. Lawmakers also struck compromises to move forward on expanding casino gaming and a new teacher... more Mild Winter Could Mean More Forest Fires VIEW VIDEO March 15, 2012 - Officials say that because of the unusual weather,  the area is at a higher-than-usual risk for forest fires. Thursday marked the first day of the season for the state ban on residential brush... more Congressman Maurice Hinchey Concerned about Redistricting VIEW VIDEO March 14, 2012 - We asked Maurice Hinchey if he thinks a more Republican 22nd, as a result of redistricting, would be a bad thing for the area: "I think it is, yes, I think it is...you need someone who is... more Richard Hanna to Run Against Norwich Tea Party Leader VIEW VIDEO March 14, 2012 - Freshman Congressman Richard Hanna is not commenting on news that a former supporter and tea party candidate plans on challenging him forcing a Republican primary. Norwich Tea Party Leader Michael... more Chobani Manufacturer Fined for Safety Violations VIEW VIDEO March 14, 2012 - The makers of Chobani Greek Yogurt are being fined by the federal government for alleged safety violations at their New Berlin plant.   OSHA is citing 34 violations of workplace heath and safety,... more Will New Redistricting Plan Gain Cuomo's Approval? VIEW VIDEO March 12, 2012 - Lawmakers in Albany have drawn new State Senate and Assembly lines and State Senator Tom Libous is confident the plan will get the Governor's approval.   The deal was struck late Sunday. ... more Ohio Regulators say Fracking Caused Earthquakes VIEW VIDEO March 9, 2012 - Ohio officials said Friday that fracking probably caused a series of earthquakes near the Youngstown area last year.   The State's Department of Natural Resources said circumstantial evidence... more Auburn Reversal: Will Accept Drilling Water VIEW VIDEO March 8, 2012 - The city council in Auburn has repealed the citys ban on accepting gas drilling waste water.   Syracuse dot com reports the Auburn City Council reversed itself Wednesday and voted 3 to 2 to... more The Impact of Fracking in New York State VIEW VIDEO March 6, 2012 - With fracking possibly on its way to New York State, the Greater Binghamton Chamber met with a group touting drilling's economic benefits. Dr. Alice Davis directs the Career Tech Program at Elk... more 22nd District Would Disappear if New Maps are Approved VIEW VIDEO March 1, 2012 - Congressional maps released by the majority parties in both the State Senate and Assembly have our area's current district, the 22nd, getting absorbed by neighboring districts. The 22nd has been... more Schumer Wants Gas Price Fixing Report Released VIEW VIDEO March 1, 2012 - Senator Charles Schumer wants to know if price fixing by oil  producers and refiners  is what's causing the surge in prices. Schumer is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to release the... more Anti-Fracking Groups Claim Second Court Victory in Banning Drilling February 25, 2012 - Anti-fracking and environmental groups were hailing what they say was the news late Friday that the New York State Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Middlefield's right to ban industrial gas... more Gasoline Prices Expected to Rise Sharply Over Next Few Days VIEW VIDEO February 22, 2012 - Hold on to your wallets. Gas prices in New York are expected to rise sharply over the next few days and into the weekend.   According to industry analysts, gasoline prices, that are already... more State to Sell Surplus on eBay VIEW VIDEO February 22, 2012 - They say you can sell just about anything on eBay. The State of New York is hoping to sell off excess equipment that could save taxpayers millions of dollars. The state is launching the "NYS... more Is Gas Drilling Fueling the World's Oldest Profession? VIEW VIDEO February 21, 2012 - A prostitution bust over the weekend in Horseheads reveals an unexpected effect of gas drilling. Three woman were arrested in connection with an undercover prostitution investigation.   20-year... more Three- Strikes-and-Out Law Proposed for Drunk Driving VIEW VIDEO February 17, 2012 - Some New York  lawmakers want a "three strikes and you're out" law for drunk driving.   The state legislation would permanently end driving privileges for drivers who are convicted three times for... more Governor Cuomo Announces New Rating System for Teachers VIEW VIDEO February 16, 2012 - There is a new grading system for teachers and students' success is now tied to theirs. Governor Cuomo stood shoulder to shoulder with the head of New York's biggest teachers union to announce... more Tioga Downs Casino Creates Jobs VIEW VIDEO February 16, 2012 - People in this area are worried not only about floods and other natural disasters, but also the state of the economy. There was a  positive note on Thursday from the New York Gaming... more State Dollars To Complete Binghamton Revitalization VIEW VIDEO February 16, 2012 - Two million dollars in Empire State Development money promises to create a bit of improvement in the local economy by revitalizing Binghamton's blighted neighborhoods. The money will enable... more Sales Tax Exemption to Start April 1st VIEW VIDEO February 15, 2012 - Starting April 1st clothing and footwear under 110 dollars will be exempt from the four percent of sales tax which goes to  the state of New York.. Assemblyman Clifford Crouch made this... more Top Hinchey Aide Runs for Congress VIEW VIDEO February 15, 2012 - One of Congressman Maurice Hinchey's top aides wants the job his boss now holds. Dan Lamb, the Director of Hinchey's Ithaca and Binghamton offices, has announced his candidacy.   He says he's... more Big Increase in Texting Arrests VIEW VIDEO February 14, 2012 - A huge jump in tickets for texting while driving--  After tougher regulations were passed by the state in July, ticketing increased from 32-hundred in 2010, to almost 75-hundred since... more Cuomo, Patrick Exchange Superbowl Wagers VIEW VIDEO February 14, 2012 - We don't know what Governor Cuomo gave his sweetheart on this Valentine's Day, but this week, he'll  be exchanging treats with the Governor of Massachusetts.   Since the  Patriots lost to the... more Bill Would Merge Congressional and State Primary Days VIEW VIDEO February 13, 2012 - Another political football in the making in Albany-- It's weather to move the primary elections for state offices to June 26th. State Assembly Speaker Sheldon silver and many democrats want that... more Senators Want Steel Made in America VIEW VIDEO February 10, 2012 - Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand joined a number of other senators Friday in introducing legislation requiring all steel used by the U-S military be made in America.   The bill would... more Another Indication of Hydrofracking in New York? VIEW VIDEO February 9, 2012 - Now there is another indication that the Cuomo Administration will decide soon if hydrofracking will be allowed in New York State.   In remarks before the Post Standard Newspaper's Editorial... more DEC Fracking Permits Comment Draws Wide Response February 8, 2012 - State DEC commissioner Joe Martens' comments that some fracking permits could "conceivably" be issued before the end of 2012 have unleashed a flood of reaction from all sides of the fracking... more Is DEC Hinting at Approval of Hydrofracking? VIEW VIDEO February 7, 2012 - Is the DEC signaling that it will approve hydrofracking in the state of New York? The Department of Environmental Conservation says no, but an attorney for area landowners says yes.     The... more Leroy Tic Linked to Infection VIEW VIDEO February 7, 2012 - For weeks a medical mystery in western New York has been getting national attention, but now there are some surprising answers.     A group of teenage girls who all go to the same school had been... more Giants Return to New York After Super Bowl Win VIEW VIDEO February 6, 2012 - Football fans are still savoring the Giants Super Bowl victory as the team arrived home Monday. At Newark Airport fire-hoses and bagpipes welcomed the champs back from Indianapolis. The... more June Primary Leaves Congressional Candidates Scrambling VIEW VIDEO February 3, 2012 - For the most part, New York's Primary calendar will remain the same in 2012. A Presidential Primary will be in April and there will be another for local races in September.    But, a recent... more Avoiding the Latest Lottery Scam VIEW VIDEO February 3, 2012 - The State Comptroller's Office is warning New Yorkers about a Lottery scam. The con artist sends potential victims a letter telling them they won a lottery, and a check that looks like it was... more Mitt Romney Wins Big in Florida January 31, 2012 - It's a big win for Mitt Romney in the delegate-rich Florida Presidential Primary. Romney who beat Newt Gingrich 47-32%.   According to exit polling, Romney led in most categories to show his... more Gillibrand's STOCK Act Up for Vote in US Senate, House Reception Uncertain VIEW VIDEO January 31, 2012 - The Senate bill that Kirsten Gillibrand has been pushing could run into some trouble this week during Senate debate. The STOCK Act could be brought to a vote as soon as Thursday. The act would... more Environmentalist Investigates Mysterious Teen Illness VIEW VIDEO January 31, 2012 - This weekend investigators set out to determine what's causing a mystery illness that's afflicting teen girls in Western New York. The teens suffer from uncontrolled verbal outbursts and... more Stopping Drugged Drivers VIEW VIDEO January 31, 2012 - It is easier for police to spot a drunk driver than a driver on drugs.       U.S. Senator Charles Schumer wants to change that. He is pushing for funding to help develop new technology and... more Big Boost in Minimum Wage Proposed VIEW VIDEO January 30, 2012 - New Yorkers making minimum wage may soon see a bigger paycheck. Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver introduced a new bill Monday. It would *boost* the minimum wage from seven twenty-five an hour... more Holder, Schneiderman To Work Jointly on Mortgage Crisis VIEW VIDEO January 27, 2012 - Governor Cuomo is already well-known in Democratic circles in Washington-- And now, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is visible as well--   Schneiderman made a joint appearance... more Dems, GOP View Redistricting as Favoring other Party VIEW VIDEO January 27, 2012 - Democrats and Republicans are charging each other with an attempt to gerrymander new voting districts for their own political advantage.   Good government groups and Democratic critics say the new... more Gillibrand Stock Act VIEW VIDEO January 26, 2012 - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand took to the senate floor Thursday to prod her colleagues to bring the STOCK act to the floor - that's the bill that would make insider trading in congress illegal...   ... more State Legislators Redrawing Districts--Map Released VIEW VIDEO January 26, 2012 - It's the shape of things to come --for your legislators and your district: The task force in charge of making up the new state legislative districts released it's proposed map on Thursday.   ... more More Flood Relief Money VIEW VIDEO January 25, 2012 - More money coming from the state for businesses and communities still recovering from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.   21 million will be doled out in chunks of up to 20-thousand dollars... more Fracking Factions React To President's Natural Gas Remarks VIEW VIDEO January 25, 2012 - There is quick and intense reaction to President Obama's statement about gas drilling-- In his State of the Union address Tuesday night, he  endorsed an energy source that has ignited waves of... more Strangulation Law has Big Impact VIEW VIDEO January 24, 2012 - After a year on the books, more than 10,000 people have been arrested under the state's Strangulation Law The statute began in  November of 2010 and Johnson City Police actually made the state's... more Chesapeake to Cut Production VIEW VIDEO January 23, 2012 - As the debate over the financial benefits verses the environmental costs of  hydrofacking continues in New York State, --there comes word that there may be less drilling among gas producers-- at... more Abbagail's Law Imposes Penalties on Drunks not Driving VIEW VIDEO January 23, 2012 - If Abbagail's Law is passed, if you're drunk, or on drugs-- you'll no longer have to be behind the wheel to face some stiff penalties.   The law is named after 8-year-old Abbagail Buzzard. In... more Cuomo's Disaster Relief Will Add 93 Million to New York VIEW VIDEO January 20, 2012 - Governor Cuomo says federal disaster relief funds for New York State will add up to 93 million dollars. It's the largest amount of funding for any state. New York issued disaster declarations... more NYSUT reacts to Cuomo's Budget Address VIEW VIDEO January 18, 2012 - There's more reaction to Governor Cuomo's budget address, including his plans for education reform. Tuesday Cuomo said that $700 million in federal education money and $800 million in additional... more Siena Poll: New Yorkers Give Governor Highest Approval So Far VIEW VIDEO January 16, 2012 - Despite his battles in Albany and with various interest groups or perhaps because of those clashes, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo continues to draw high favor from the public:   According to a... more Fatal Accident in the Town of Newfield January 15, 2012 - One man is dead after a two car accident in Tompkins County. New York State Police say the crash happened on the evening of Friday, January 13 on State Route 13 in the Town of... more NYSUT disagrees with Cuomo VIEW VIDEO January 11, 2012 - New York's United Teachers Union and Governor Cuomo are at odds. Cuomo is criticizing the union and the State Assembly for protecting the teachers union at the expense of the students through its... more DEC Comment Period on Fracking Ends Tomorrow VIEW VIDEO January 10, 2012 - Supporters and opponents of hydraulic fracturing were very vocal Tuesday and have been for the past four months for the DEC's second attempt to review as many comments as they can. 13,000... more New York Passes Iran Divestment Act VIEW VIDEO January 9, 2012 - Should local and state governments be allowed to conduct business with companies that invest in Iran's energy sector? The New York Legislature doesn't think so. Both the Assembly and Senate... more Archbishop Timothy Dolan Made Cardinal VIEW VIDEO January 6, 2012 - Archbishop timothy dolan of New York is one of 22 new cardinals that Pope Benedict XVI named Friday. Dolan will travel to the Vatican next month for a ceremony to offically mark his elevation to... more State of the State Address: It's All About Jobs VIEW VIDEO January 4, 2012 - The 2012 State of the State Address was all about looking back on 2011's accomplishments and looking forward to a promising future. Governor Andrew Cuomo proclaimed New York's passage of marriage... more

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