1 month ago in Entertainment

James Cameron on two decades of making ‘Avatar’ and the future he sees for movies

James Cameron first began developing "Avatar" more than 30 years ago. He started working on the first film in earnest 20 years ago. Production on the third film, "Fire and Ash," which ran concurrently with 2022's "The Way of Water," got underway eight years ago.

1 month ago in Local

Chenango house fire claims life of 1-year-old

An infant passed away in a Broome County fire that happened on August 25th.

1 month ago in Community, Crime, Lifestyle, Local

Cortland Police Commission to discuss downtown cameras, bike bill

The Cortland Police Commission will gather today at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the downtown camera system, proposed bike legislation, and more.

1 month ago in Local, Sports

Mets outplay Phillies; Giants release QB DeVito

Find local and national sports updates here with the WHCU Sports Report.

1 month ago in Community, Education, Government, Local, Politics, Regional

Newfield’s cell phone ban now includes internet devices, superintendent says

Students at Newfield Middle School and Newfield High School will have to keep all devices that connect to the internet and Bluetooth in their lockers.

1 month ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County to receive broadband infrastructure funding, Hochul says

On August 21st, Governor Hochul announced nearly $53 million in funding that will help build 234 miles of fiber and 46 wireless hubs in 28 counties.

1 month ago in Community, Local, Regional

Two hospitalized after crash in Nichols

On August 25th, State Police were called to State Route 17 in Nichols around 6 p.m. for a report of a crash involving a motorcycle

1 month ago in Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local

Community Foundation, GIAC, area businesses partner for Back-to-School Supplies Drive

The Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) and Community Foundation of Tompkins County are offering a Back-to-School drive on August 31st.