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Cornell Researchers Create Interactive Map Detailing Immigration Policies Across New York

By Joshua Cohen · Friday, May 1, 2026

Cornell researchers developed an interactive map that displays how New York State has been interacting with immigration policy by region.

Lawsuit Against TeraWulf, Lansing Zoning Board May Proceed, Judge Rules

By Giselle Redmond and Atticus Johnson · Thursday, April 30, 2026

Town of Lansing Hears TeraWulf Plans, With No Public Comment

By Lila Davis · Thursday, April 30, 2026

Riley Almost Doubles Oberacker’s Campaign Funding During Q1 of 2026

By Francesca Wesley · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

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Village of Lansing Trustees Susan Ainslie and Kathleen Yen Reelected Unopposed

By Kaitlyn Recchiuti · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Community Party candidates Susan Ainslie and Kathleen Yen were recently reelected unopposed to serve on the Village of Lansing Board of Trustees, emphasizing close work with the people and rising above national polarization.

More Than a Coach: How a 20-Year-Old College Student Is Keeping Newfield's Basketball Legacy Alive

By Valencia Massaro · Sunday, April 26, 2026

Andrew Mendel, an Ithaca college defensive lineman, stepped up as Newfield High School’s head boys basketball coach this season and reflects on his contributions to a community of hard work, passion and collaboration.

Ithaca Wins $10 Million State Grant for ‘Downtown Revitalization’

By Lila Davis and Atticus Johnson · Friday, April 24, 2026

The New York Secretary of State announced that Ithaca won a $10 million grant in state funding to go toward the city’s downtown developments.

Tompkins County Fines Asteri $40,000 Over Sanitary Violations

By Valencia Massaro · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Tompkins County's Board of Health fined Asteri Ithaca $40,000 for sanitary code violations, giving the building operator until April 30 to address hazardous conditions.

TeraWulf Affiliate Approved to Draw 1 Million Gallons Per Day From Cayuga Lake

By Atticus Johnson · Friday, April 17, 2026

Cayuga Operating Company, an affiliate of data center developer TeraWulf, received a permit from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation on April 13 to draw approximately 1 million gallons of water from Cayuga Lake per day.

Cornell Law Federalist Society to Host Lawyer Who Attempted to Overturn 2020 Election

By Atticus Johnson · Thursday, April 16, 2026

The Federalist Society at Cornell Law School, a conservative group, will feature John Eastman, President Trump's former lawyer known for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election, at a talk on Thursday at noon.

Ithaca Nurses File Unfair Labor Practice Claims Alleging Cayuga Health Stalled Bargaining Efforts

By Brayden Handwerger · Thursday, April 16, 2026

The Communications Workers of America, which represent Ithaca nurses, filed claims with the NLRB on April 2 alleging the nurses' employer, Cayuga Medical Center, committed a variety of unfair labor practices.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Receives $174.5K Grant to Update 4-H Facilities

By Lila Davis · Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Senator Webb announced $174,500 in grant funding to update Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H Acres facilities.

Asteri’s Aftermath: Displacement, Dangerous Conditions and a ‘Predatory’ Cash for Keys Scheme

By Valencia Massaro · Friday, March 27, 2026

After being abruptly displaced from the Asteri building due to safety concerns, residents are returning to their apartments while navigating temporary housing, cash-for-keys offers and ongoing uncertainty about their safety.

Asteri Owners Receive Notice of Default Following Vacancy Order

By Madeleine Naumoff · Thursday, March 19, 2026

Vecino Group, the owners of Asteri Ithaca, received a notice of default by the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency on Monday, following safety concerns in Asteri that led to a March 4 vacancy order to residents.

Ithaca and Tompkins County Secure $250K Grant to Develop Clean Energy Projects

By Valencia Massaro · Monday, March 16, 2026

Ithaca and Tompkins County are partnering with Community Sustainability Partners and Cornell’s Environmental System Lab to implement a 250K grant for predevelopmental sustainable development.

Chatty Cathy Rebrands into Fresh Marché In Collegetown

By Madeleine Naumoff · Sunday, March 15, 2026

Chatty Cathy, a restaurant originally located on Eddy Street, rebranded and expanded as Fresh Marché on College Avenue, now offering new menu items while maintaining its high quality food and atmosphere.

Cornell Student Arrested for Firearm Possession Told Police He Bought Rifle to Shoot ICE ‘As a Last Resort’

By Zeinab Faraj · Friday, March 13, 2026

Mateu Healey-Parera ’26 was arrested on Saturday on Syracuse University’s campus for possession of a rifle. An affidavit by a Syracuse Police Department officer states Healey-Parera said he bought the weapon to protect himself against ICE agents.

Common Council Votes to End Ithaca’s Contract With Flock Safety, Keep ‘Free Gaza’ on Green Street Mural

By Giselle Redmond and Hussam Kher Bek · Thursday, March 12, 2026

After public comment, Ithaca Common Council voted to end the city’s contract with Flock Safety and approved the design of a disputed mural on Green Street that reads “Free Gaza,” “Black Lives Matter” and “Choose Love” at their March 4 meeting.

Cornell Students Express Concern Over Flock Safety AI Camera Usage on Campus

By Joshua Cohen · Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Students have expressed concern over multiple Flock Safety AI cameras operating on-campus, with a focus on potential misuse by immigration and law enforcement agencies.

Progressive N.Y. State Assemblymember Anna Kelles Launches Bid for Fourth Term

By Atticus Johnson · Wednesday, March 4, 2026

At a Tuesday night event, New York State Assemblymember Anna Kelles (D-Tompkins) announced her bid for reelection for a fourth term. Kelles represents Assembly District 125, which includes Tompkins County and parts of Cortland County.

Cornell Researchers Create Interactive Map Detailing Immigration Policies Across New York

Lawsuit Against TeraWulf, Lansing Zoning Board May Proceed, Judge Rules

Town of Lansing Hears TeraWulf Plans, With No Public Comment

Riley Almost Doubles Oberacker’s Campaign Funding During Q1 of 2026

Village of Lansing Trustees Susan Ainslie and Kathleen Yen Reelected Unopposed

More Than a Coach: How a 20-Year-Old College Student Is Keeping Newfield's Basketball Legacy Alive

Ithaca Wins $10 Million State Grant for ‘Downtown Revitalization’

Tompkins County Fines Asteri $40,000 Over Sanitary Violations

TeraWulf Affiliate Approved to Draw 1 Million Gallons Per Day From Cayuga Lake

Cornell Law Federalist Society to Host Lawyer Who Attempted to Overturn 2020 Election

Ithaca Nurses File Unfair Labor Practice Claims Alleging Cayuga Health Stalled Bargaining Efforts

Cornell Cooperative Extension Receives $174.5K Grant to Update 4-H Facilities

Asteri’s Aftermath: Displacement, Dangerous Conditions and a ‘Predatory’ Cash for Keys Scheme

Asteri Owners Receive Notice of Default Following Vacancy Order

Ithaca and Tompkins County Secure $250K Grant to Develop Clean Energy Projects

Chatty Cathy Rebrands into Fresh Marché In Collegetown

Cornell Student Arrested for Firearm Possession Told Police He Bought Rifle to Shoot ICE ‘As a Last Resort’

Common Council Votes to End Ithaca’s Contract With Flock Safety, Keep ‘Free Gaza’ on Green Street Mural

Cornell Students Express Concern Over Flock Safety AI Camera Usage on Campus

Progressive N.Y. State Assemblymember Anna Kelles Launches Bid for Fourth Term

Kotlikoff Drives Into Student and Recent Grad Following ‘Harassment’

Canvas Comes Back Online Following Cyberattack Disruption

VIDEO | ‘It’s Almost a Genocide’: Local Hunters Claim Cornell is Allowing for the Overhunting of Deer on its Land

TeraWulf Affiliate Approved to Draw 1 Million Gallons Per Day From Cayuga Lake

Annual 'Greek Freak' Dance Competition Celebrates Multiculturalism in Greek Life