During a budget meeting on Tuesday, City Manager Deb Mohlenhoff revealed a surprise $2.1 million gap after a lengthy executive session.
Rep. Josh Riley wants NYSEG and National Grid to publicly guarantee they won’t shut off service, charge late fees or interest, or send accounts to collections for those struggling because of the government shutdown.
TCAT is asking for $500,000 contribution boost from their 3 underwriters, the city of Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Cornell.
The 2026-to-2027 Temporary Assistance and SNAP Employment Plan for Tioga County is available for public review and comment.
Sen. Lea Webb has secured $250,000 for renovations at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca.
Cortland Mayor Scott Steve is proposing a 4% increase in property taxes for 2026, which he says meets rising costs while maintaining services and staff levels.
The Cayuga Lake Watershed Network is backing Lansing’s Local Law No. 7, which would ban development projects like a data center for one year.
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 Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

