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Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.

3 days ago in National

Denver airport security missed trespasser who was killed by plane on runway

Workers at Denver airport initially missed a security breach by man who scaled an 8-foot perimeter fence and crossed a runway where he was hit and killed in a fiery collision by a plane with 231 people on board, authorities said Tuesday.

3 days ago in National

US consumer prices jump as Iran war sends energy prices rapidly higher

The Labor Department's consumer price index rose 3.8% from April 2025, according to data released Tuesday. On a month-to-month basis, April prices rose 0.6% from March as gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month; the month-over-month gain was down from 0.9% increase from February to March.

3 days ago in National

Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tough questions from Republican and Democratic lawmakers in Congress on Tuesday about the Trump administration's end game for the Iran war, the conflict's costs and its impact on diminishing weapons stockpiles.

1 week ago in National

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

Lifestyle

23 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

Tioga County Public Health awarded $5K child safety grant

Tioga County officials say the money will strengthen local efforts to keep children safe while traveling.

2 days ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Nichols Park Pond sees support from Spencer board

On May 4, the Village of Spencer Board of Trustees unanimously approved spending up to $400 on topsoil.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Town Board: Cincinnatus residents ‘crushed’ by high energy costs

The Cincinnatus Town Board adopted a resolution Tuesday, May 12, which urges Gov. Hochul to declare an energy state of emergency.

2 days ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Weekly Farmers Market coming to Tioga County Fairgrounds in June

The Tioga County Agricultural Society is preparing to launch its first-ever Farmers Market season next month at the Tioga County Fairgrounds in Owego.

2 days ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

FLLT marks Roy H. Park Preserve improvements with ribbon cutting

On May 8, the Ithaca-based conservation group officially recognized the new north entrance and improvements at the Roy H. Park Preserve in Dryden with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Sports

13 hours ago in Sports

SUNY Cortland Athletics sets school record with conference championships in seven sports

Seven different SUNY Cortland teams earned themselves conference championships this season, setting a new school record.

19 hours ago in Sports

Braves reach 30 wins with another thrilling win that shows off myriad weapons

The Atlanta Braves keep finding new ways to win. It's all added up to being the first team in the big leagues to 30 victories.

2 days ago in Sports

Benson breaks tie on birthday, Sabres beat Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to even series

Zach Benson broke a tie on a third-period power play on his 21st birthday and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Tuesday night in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

2 days ago in Sports

Dorofeyev scores in OT to give Golden Knights 3-2 win over Ducks and 3-2 series lead

Pavel Dorofeyev has made a name for himself with his shot from the right circle, the epitome of a skilled player making the best use of his talents by setting the Vegas record for power-play goals with 20 this season.

2 days ago in Sports

Wembanyama responds to ejection with a dominant Game 5 as Spurs rout Wolves

Victor Wembanyama had at least one teammate who hoped the San Antonio Spurs superstar would return angry. His coach expected a mature approach from Wembanyama after his first career ejection a game earlier.

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14 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local

Hantavirus poses little risk in Tompkins County, medical director says

According to Tompkins County Medical Director Dr. William Klepack, local risk is "extremely low" for the Andes hantavirus.

17 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Food & Music, Local

Ithaca Concert Band has ‘promising’ future, conductor says

The group is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

20 hours ago in Community, Education, Local

Newark Valley Community Connection to host submarine talk

Newark Valley Community Connection will host a conversation on submarine service.

23 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

Tioga County Public Health awarded $5K child safety grant

Tioga County officials say the money will strengthen local efforts to keep children safe while traveling.

23 hours ago in Community, Education, Local

Budget, buses, and $100K capital project on ballot in Dryden

Superintendent Josh Bacigalupi tells 607 News Now voters will see 3 propositions on Tuesday's budget ballot.

News

13 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.

13 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?

Drake has returned as the "Iceman." And the stakes couldn't be higher. His ninth studio album — and his first since his extravagant loss in a very public feud with Kendrick Lamar — arrives Friday.

17 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Food & Music, Local

Ithaca Concert Band has ‘promising’ future, conductor says

The group is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan and Vince Gill recordings enter national registry

The new inductees into the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress include Swift's blockbuster 2014 pop album "1989," Beyoncé's era-defining 2008 anthem "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," Khan's genre-blending hit "I Feel for You," Vince Gill's emotional ballad "Go Rest High on That Mountain" and The Go-Go's groundbreaking debut album "Beauty and the Beat."

2 days ago in Entertainment

20 years after a 22-minute ovation, Guillermo del Toro and ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ return to Cannes

Twenty years ago, Guillermo del Toro premiered "Pan's Labyrinth" at the Cannes Film Festival. He went in anxious. It was toward the end of the festival and many journalists had left. The movie's production had been a nightmare.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2027 Grammy Awards announce key dates: What to know

Who is ready for the 2027 Grammy Awards? You'll have to wait until Feb. 7, 2027, when the 69th annual ceremony once again airs live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York.

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FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions

Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

30 days out, Los Angeles is ready for the World Cup. The playing surface? Not just yet

The U.S. men open at SoFi Stadium (to be known as Los Angeles Stadium) against Paraguay on June 12, the first of eight matches to be played at the NFL stadium in Inglewood. The field was all dirt on Tuesday.