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The Enhanced Fujita Scale: How meteorologists categorize tornadoes
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On July 10, 2024, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo issued 18 tornado warnings for parts of Western New York. Prior to that, the greatest number of tornado warnings issued in a single day was 7, back on June 2, 1998. As of today, there were 7 tornadoes confirmed from […]
Judge urges Lyft, plaintiffs to work toward solution in suit about rides for disabled
A federal judge on Thursday urged Lyft and advocates for the disabled to set aside the acrimony of a class-action lawsuit and find some way the ride-hailing company can expand the availability of wheelchair-accessible vehicles. "It is a terrible shame to my mind, a terrible shame, that a company of...
Warr inducted into NYS Hockey Hall of Fame
Former Golden Knight standout, Steve Warr '72, was inducted into the New York State Hockey Hall of Fame on Saturday night in Troy, NY. He becomes the 5th former Clarkson player to be honored with induction into the NYS Hockey Hall of Fame in the past 3 years. An All-American...
Upstate Debate Consortium to host congressional, senate debates
Four leading news organizations in the Capital Region have formed the Upstate Debate Consortium to host a series of debates The post Upstate Debate Consortium to host congressional, senate debates first appeared on Spotlight News.
Leor Kweller, former defendant in Colonial case, files Notice of Claim alleging civil rights violations
Last summer, a Broome County judge dismissed all criminal charges against Leor Kweller, whose 2022 arrest in connection with an alleged sexual assault shook the Binghamton community. Now, Kweller and his legal team have filed a Notice of Claim, a document that is a prerequisite to initiating civil claims against...
Serious two-car crash near NYS Fairgrounds sends three people to hospital
GEDDES, N.Y. — A car accident on I-690 in the westbound direction shut down traffic on Sunday morning. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office said this was a "serious two-car accident" near the NYS Fairgrounds causing law enforcement to close Westbound lanes of I-690 to close at the 695 interchange.
Hudson fragrance business expands to Ithaca's West Green Street
This article was edited to include comment from the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce. After years of vacationing together in Ithaca to bridge the gap between New York City and Canada, and the success of their Hudson storefront opened in 2020, life and business partners Ricky Tiscareno and Dennis Green opened Poured Candle Bar in Ithaca earlier this month. ...
Ithaca woman arrested after allegedly stabbing man
An Ithaca woman has been arrested after she allegedly stabbed a male victim on Thursday afternoon. Ithaca Police arrested 24-year-old Jessica Leigh Anderson for assault in the second degree, a Class D felony, and burglary in the first degree, a Class B felony, as well as a misdemeanor count of criminal possession of a weapon.
Stewart Friesen wins Hall of Fame 100 at Weedsport Sunday night
Stewart Friesen completed a short-track hat trick this weekend, with wins at Outlaw Speedway Thursday, Fonda on Saturday evening, and completed his three victories in four days by winning the Hall of Fame 100 at the Weedsport Speedway Sunday night. The three wins give Friesen fifteen feature triumphs for the...
Finger Lakes Land Trust continues regional expansion in Ontario County
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) -The Ithaca-based Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) continues to protect regional lands. The Finger Lakes Land Trust has acquired 38 acres in Richmond and South Bristol in Ontario County. It will be added to the Wesley Hill Nature Preserve near the southern end of Honeoye Lake. The Land Trust now has 428 acres of conserved lands near the lake to help maintain water quality and animal habitats.
Health center to begin charging copays for student visits
An email sent June 13 announced that mental and sexual health visits provided by the Ithaca College Hammond Health Center will no longer remain free. Previously, mental and sexual health visits at Hammond were based on a no-charge visit model. Now, students will be charged a copay for each visit.
Oswego man arrested for murder and assault; police seek more information
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Police Department arrested a man in connection to an alleged murder on July 13. Around 8:37 p.m. police were dispatched to 30 W Schuyler St, for a check the welfare complaint. It was reported to police that an unconscious female needed medical attention. Upon arrival,...
Big Flats 10-12 All-Stars fall in opening round of sectionals, look to rebound Sunday
BALDWINSVILLE, N.Y. (WETM) – The Big Flats 10-12 All-Stars suffered a setback on the road to the Little League World Series. The Big Flats 10-12 All-Stars fell to Auburn Little League, on Saturday. Auburn defeated Big Flats 11-0, sending the District 6 champs to the loser’s bracket of the NYS Section 1 East Tournament. Despite […]
Cash reward offered for information on RTS bus driver attack
Editor’s Note: The full press conference can be viewed at the bottom of this page. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester’s CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward for information on the attack of an RTS bus driver last June. According to Mayor Evans, those who provide information will be eligible for a cash reward between $500 […]
Rochester woman appears on Jeopardy! Monday night on WROC
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – You’ll want to be sure to tune in to Jeopardy! tonight to catch a local contestant putting her brainpower to the test. Brenna Sniatecki of Rochester will join host Ken Jennings tonight at 7:30 p.m on WROC. Originally from Pendleton, N.Y., Brenna is a...
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