Licensed social worker Christy Bianconi is running for a seat in the Tompkins County Legislature in District 14.
The Ithaca Police Department has presented their budget and is looking for more alternative response funding.
On October 8, at its final meeting, the Expanded Budget Committee (EBC) unanimously voted on a levy totaling $56,713,511.
SIREN users have increased by more than 2,300 through the first eight months of 2025, with the number of subscriptions over 39,000, as of August.
Tompkins County Administrator Korsah Akumfi tells WHCU anyone in need of shelter overnight can reach out to the Department of Social Services.
Tonight, in Ithaca, you can share your thoughts and concerns with the Tompkins County Whole Health Department (TCWH) and the State Office of Mental Health (OMH).
Leaders in Marathon are finalizing a list of recommended projects to fund with the $4.5 million NY Forward Grant.
On Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.
Senator Lea Webb says nearly $4.5 million will support the implementation of Next Generation 911 in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.
The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.

