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Columbia University students ask what's next after Shafik resigns
NEW YORK -- Columbia University students are reacting to President Minouche Shafik's decision to resign from the university Thursday, the first full day on campus after she stepped down. Shafik's 13-month tenure as Columbia University's president was marred by controversy over her handling of pro-Palestinian protests during the spring semester. "There's definitely a lot of relief" Students waited in line Thursday to enter the Upper Manhattan campus, which just implemented a new ID requirement -- one of Shafik's final moves as president. In response to reports of possible protests at colleges across the U.S. as the fall semester begins, students and staff must...
Leveling the Playing Field Expands Outreach, Distributes Free Sports Equipment Across Western New York
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY – After expanding to Western New York in 2023, Leveling the Playing Field (LPF) is excited to announce today that it will begin distributing gently used sports equipment collected over the past year to organizations benefitting children across Western New York. LPF aims to bridge the gap...
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
She Sings Café Owner Honored as New York State Phoenix Entrepreneur of the Year
(WNY News Now) – Mayville, NY — On August 14, 2024, Rebecca Magnuson, owner of She Sings Café in Mayville, New York, was awarded the prestigious New York State Phoenix Entrepreneur of the Year award by the New York Small Business Development Center (NYSBDC). This award is presented to a business owner whose efforts have not only enabled their business to thrive but also strengthened their community.
Here We Go Again: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Returns to Upstate New York
The entirety of New York State is under an air quality alert due to smoke billowing in from the raging Canadian wildfires. Summer 2023 was memorable because of one thing: the Canadian Wildfires. The thick, pungent smoke painted the skies gold and partially obscured the sun. Not only did the smoke make it look slightly apocalyptic outside, it also made it reek of campfire.
Great Meadow leaders accuse state leaders of misrepresenting staff troubles
The leaders of the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association accuse New York state of misrepresenting the staffing situation at Great Meadow Correctional Facility. It’s the first time since the state announced it’s closing Great Meadow that NewsChannel 13 is hearing from the union representing corrections officers....
Alumni Spotlight: Mark Humbert ’85, his Wayne County farm is an N.Y. finalist for a conservation award
Humbert Farm has been in the family for over a century; Mark Humbert ‘85 (Mathematics) owns the farm and works it with his son Ethan and son-in-law, hoping his grandchildren will run it someday. The 3,400-acre farm produces corn, soybeans, and wheat and is located in Rose, N.Y., in Wayne County.
Many New Yorkers Have an Unexpected ‘Killer’ in Their Backyard
In June, a deer in New York was saved just minutes from death in a New York neighborhood. Rescue workers said the tragedy could have been avoided all together if more attention was paid to items left unattended in the homeowner's backyard. Unfortunately, tragedy has nearly struck again. From upstate...
A proposed amendment lacks 1 word that could drive voter turnout: ‘abortion’
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A proposed amendment to New York’s constitution meant to protect abortion access is a crucial part of Democrats’ plans to drive voter turnout in the state this fall and potentially flip vital congressional districts. But there could be a problem: The ballot question...
Trucks! Trucks! Trucks! Fundraiser Returns August 17
CORNING, NY (WENY) -- An upcoming fundraiser to benefit Pathways, Inc. brings together dozens of trucks, along with family-friendly activities to raise money for a children's program in the Corning area. This year marks the 7th annual Trucks! Trucks! Trucks! event, hosted at Corning Community College. This year, the event...
Hornell City School District implements cell phone ban for upcoming school year
HORNELL, N.Y. (WENY) -- Students will be heading back to school soon, but students in the Hornell City School District will be going back without their cell phones. Students and parents were told about this change at the end of last school year, and the first day of the new policy will be September 5th when school starts.
Elmira City Council tables 'unauthorized camping' law meant to curb homelessness, after public outcry
Elmira elected officials tabled a proposed law to prohibit "unauthorized campsites" during a standing-room-only city council meeting Monday. Oftentimes, the campsites in question are created by people who are homeless. Council members Nick Grasso and Corey Cooke discussed tabling the proposed law ahead of the city council meeting in an...
NYC spending on Biden border crisis tops $5 billion
New York City, where nearly 200,000 migrants have arrived seeking assistance since mid-2022, has spent more than $5 billion responding to the Biden border crisis. The city has housed, fed, and clothed upward of 212,000 migrants who entered the United States illegally by crossing the southern border, making it the hardest-hit city nationwide as migrants […]
Kids fulfill hoop dreams at basketball camp
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) —Over 100 young athletes gathered at Brand Park to honor their love of basketball. Wally Bailey, owner of Wally’s hall of fame, hosted the camp in honor of his late friend James Masker, who passed on Mother’s Day this year. “This was all about these boys. We had 123 registrants. It’s really […]
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