1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James who co-wrote ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ dies in plane crash

Grammy award-winning country songwriter Brett James, whose string of top hits includes "Jesus, Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney, died in a plane crash in North Carolina, authorities said Friday. He was 57.

1 week ago in World

The Taliban release British couple held for months in Afghanistan on undisclosed charges

The Taliban released on Friday a British couple held in Afghanistan for more than seven months on undisclosed charges, likely part of a wider effort to get their government recognized internationally, years after taking power.

1 week ago in National

Kennedy’s vaccine advisers change COVID shot guidance, calling them an individual choice

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new vaccine advisers added confusion Friday to this fall's COVID-19 vaccinations — declining to recommend them for anyone and leaving the choice up to those who want a shot.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide

Best fall foliage spots in and around Ithaca and Cortland

Looking for scenic fall views? Try these locations in the Cortland and Ithaca areas.

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Cortland County Sheriff’s Office captain receives highest state honor

On September 19, Captain Anthony Phelps of the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office was awarded the state's 2024 Police Officer Medal of Honor.

1 week ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Family and Children’s Counseling Services receives CCBHC designation, broadens range of services

Family and Children's Counseling Services (FCCS) will officially be a CCBHC as of October 1st, 2025.

1 week ago in Music, Trending

Cardi releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album

Seven years after her landmark debut "Invasion of Privacy," Cardi B has returned. And, in typical fashion, she's doing it with plenty of spectacle.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide

Weekend top picks: X-Ambassadors at the State Theatre, Porchfest, Oktoberfest, and more

Find fun, local activities for the weekend in the Cortland and Ithaca areas here.

1 week ago in Education, Local, Sports

Cornell enters football season with QB competition

Cornell Head Football Coach Dan Swanstrom is noncommittal on who the starting quarterback will be this season.

1 week ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Longtime Ithaca firefighter retires after 35 years

After a 35 1/2 career with the Ithaca Fire Department, Charles Heath III retired this morning.

1 week ago in Business, Community, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Food Scene, Lifestyle, Local

Volunteers needed for Ithaca’s Apple Fest

The Downtown Ithaca Alliance is looking for help with Ithaca's Apple Fest.

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Corning man indicted in Addison bank robbery

On September 17, 27-year-old Dominick Bova, of Corning, was formally charged with 11 felonies and 3 misdemeanors related to an August 22 bank robbery in Addison.

1 week ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Five Below recalls Tabletop Fire Pits

On September 18, Five Below announced a recall of two models of Tabletop Fire Pits due to a potential burn hazard.

1 week ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Crews prep Owego Fire Station for roof work

On September 18, crews began setting up scaffolding at the historic Owego Fire Department station.

1 week ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County partners with nonprofit to develop shelter, eyes Code Blue operations

Tompkins County is partnering with an experienced nonprofit group to address shelter needs.

1 week ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: September 18th

(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about The Beatles, Kiss,…

1 week ago in Sports

Clayton Kershaw to retire after 18 seasons with Dodgers, making final start Friday

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw will retire at the end of this season, the Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

American Express Platinum Card gets pricier and adds new perks, including a $400 dining credit

The Platinum Card is getting shinier and pricier. American Express' latest update to its high-end Platinum Card, unveiled Thursday, comes with a lot more perks, including a $400 credit for dining out, and a lofty annual fee of $895.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

Kimmel’s future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments

Jimmy Kimmel's television future hung in the balance Thursday after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host's comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, leaving the network's parent company to decide whether supporting him is worth the risk to its business.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Fall Guide

Where to pick pumpkins and apples this fall

Find locations to pick pumpkins and apples this fall in the 607-area code.