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Cortland supports governor's proposal to expand DNA databank

Cortland

The latest support for a proposal to expand New York's DNA databank is coming from Cortland. The mayor and police chief, joined by state officials Friday, explained how DNA evidence recently helped solve a burglary and stabbing in the city. Kat De Maria has more.

Updated 6:26 PM

New East Gym Facility at Binghamton University

Vestal

The East Gym Facility at Binghamton University has been closed for renovation since May of 2010. University officials are ready to unveil the new gym to the public this weekend. Our Melissa Kakareka got a sneak peak at the facility on Friday and tells us what changes were made during the renovation.

Updated 7:20 PM

Inconsistent testimony in Marland Brooks trial

Corning

Confusing and contradictory testimony fueled a heated courtroom in the murder trial of an Elmira man. Marland Brooks, 39, is accused of stabbing Clark Van Etten to death in his Corning apartment last June. Brooks' girlfriend resumed her testimony in Steuben County Court Friday. Our Lara Greenberg has more.

Updated 6:19 PM

DOT downsizing sparks local concern

Broome County

A planned downscaling of the State Department of Transportation is causing some concern in Binghamton.

4:13 PM

Marshall Jackson found guilty in murder trial

Utica

It took an Oneida County jury just minutes to find Marshall Jackson guilty of second degree murder in the death of Anthony Garner.

Marshall Jackson found guilty in murder trial

Updated 3:45 PM

Mohawk Valley officials work to prevent BRAC cuts

Utica

Many in Oneida County have feared another round of the Base Realignment and Closure process, or BRAC, since major defense cuts were announced last year.

Mohawk Valley officials work to prevent BRAC cuts

Updated 6:14 PM

GOP candidates lash out over housing crisis

"Repulsive," "offensive" and "inexcusable" are just some of the adjectives Republican presidential hopefuls hurled at one another Thursday during the final debate before Tuesday's Florida primary. Michael Herzenberg reports.

9:14 AM

Redistricting across New York State

A big day in Albany on Thursday as the new lines were drawn for the State Senate and Assembly districts. A state mandated law requires that lines are redrawn every 10 years to account for a population shift and ensure proportional representation. Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman has more.

Updated 01/26/2012 08:27 PM

CMC responds to recent settlement

Officials with Cayuga Medical Center say a recent settlement with the U.S. Attorney's Office was the result of an administrative oversight.

01/26/2012 11:58 AM

New plan could limit Ithaca events

A new proposal aimed at tightening restrictions on city events has organizers in Ithaca fearing for their festivals. Our Tamara Lindstrom has more on the emergency plan that some say could put an end to local traditions.

01/26/2012 08:59 AM

Cayuga Medical Center to pay settlement

Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca has agreed to pay more than $3.5 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Attorney's Office.

01/25/2012 02:09 PM

Thousands of troops could be cut

We're learning some of the details of the planned cuts for the U.S. Army as the Pentagon tries to save around $260 million over the next five years.

Updated 01/25/2012 04:07 PM

Ithaca police investigate Burger King robbery

Investigators say the man got into the Elmira Road Burger King after it closed Tuesday. Police say he threatened the shift manager with a handgun and ran off.

01/25/2012 08:56 AM

President delivers State of the Union Address

President Barack Obama delivered his third State of the Union address to Congress Tuesday night. Again this year, the big focuses the economy, jobs and the middle class. YNN's Washington, D.C. Newsroom reporter Erin Billups joined us with more on the speech.

Updated 01/25/2012 08:39 AM

Diplomas for disabled students changing

New York

Severely disabled students in New York State who could not complete state Regents exams have had the option to obtain a different diploma through individualized education programs. But as our Amanda Kelley tells us, the State Board of Regents has voted to change that program and it's concerning many disabled student advocates.

Updated 01/24/2012 11:33 PM

Marine from Ithaca wounded in Afghanistan

Ithaca

A Marine from Ithaca is critically injured while serving in Afghanistan's southern Helmand providence.

01/24/2012 12:03 PM

County plans high speed internet for all

Ithaca

For thousands of people in rural areas, high speed internet just isn't an option. But Tompkins County lawmakers are looking at ways to make broadband access available to everyone. Tamara Lindstrom tells us how.

County plans high speed internet for all

Updated 01/23/2012 07:10 PM

Reviewing new district lines

Once a decade, state lawmakers have the job of redrawing boundary lines for Assembly, State Senate and congressional districts to reflect changes found in the latest census. Lawmakers have made their first pass at new state legislative lines. YNN's Bill Carey says two Syracuse area state senators say they're still reviewing the task force recommendations.

5:13 PM

Syracuse paving the way in veteran housing

Imagine fighting for your country and then returning to civilian life without a home. That's the reality many veterans face. As YNN's Erin Clarke tells us, Syracuse is pioneering efforts to make sure former servicemen and women have a place to live

Updated 7:45 PM

No snow means no customers for many Oswego County businesses

Hundreds of businesses in Oswego County rely on snow-based activities like snowmobiling and cross-country skiing to stay afloat and all this mild weather means those businesses are paying dearly. Our Candace Hopkins has more on the struggles local business owners face in a snowless winter.

Updated 6:57 PM

Legislature to vote next month on stadium lease

There has been no decision yet on the Alliance Bank lease agreement between Onondaga County and the Syracuse Chiefs, but the full legislature is expected to vote at their next meeting in February.

2:08 PM

Boeheim comments on new uniform; source says Mookie could return next season

Jim Boeheim says he likes the much-maligned new alternate uniform his Syracuse team will wear in an upcoming game, but of more interest Thursday was a source revealing that backup sharpshooter Mookie Jones could return to the program next season if he settles an off-court issue with the university.

Skaneateles hockey beats Oswego to force first-place tie

The 10th-ranked Skaneateles hockey team avenged its only loss of the season with a 3-2 win at No. 9 Oswego Thursday night, tying the Buccaneers for first place in Section III Division II with two weeks left in the regular season.

Brown's big night helps Cortland girls avoid upset at Mexico

Le Moyne-bound Maggie Brown erupted for 34 points Thursday to help the No. 17 Cortland girls basketball team escape Mexico with a 51-45 win.

Judge sets June primary date

New York State will hold its primary elections in June. That's according to a ruling by a federal judge. Nick Reisman joins us from the Capitol Newsroom with more.

5:05 PM

YNN-Marist poll: New Yorkers feeling better about economy

Federal job numbers are expected to be released Friday. Indicators suggest we'll see better numbers showing the economy may be turning around. It's the same way a majority of New Yorkers are feeling according to our new exclusive YNN/Marist poll. Our Bobby Cuza reports.