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ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

US

ESPN has released the full recording of a phone conversation between Laurie Fine and her husband's accuser, Bobby Davis.

ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

Updated 4:45 PM

Children removed from Lisle home

Broome County

A couple in the Town of Lisle is facing charges after five children were found living in unsanitary conditions.

Children removed from Lisle home

4:51 PM

Sheriff’s investigating gas station robbery

Broome County

Authorities are investigating an early morning robbery in Broome County.

Sheriff’s investigating gas station robbery

3:48 PM

Mixed verdict in trial of former gym teacher accused of molesting student

Utica

Jurors found David Lemery not guilty of course of sexual conduct against a child in the first degree. They did find him guilty of that charge in the second degree.

Mixed verdict in trial of former gym teacher accused of molesting student

1:18 PM

Residents celebrate Heritage Weekend

Southern Tier

Residents and visitors to Broome and Tioga counties are being encouraged to explore all of the region's attractions this weekend.

Residents celebrate Heritage Weekend

Updated 4:32 PM

Energy servicer settles

New York State's Attorney General says a Brooklyn-based energy service company has agreed to make $2 million in payments to more than 2,700 New York customers he says were ripped off by the firm.

Energy servicer settles

Updated 3:56 PM

Cornell University community rallies against racism

Cornell students and staff demand change after a group of African American women were attacked on May 6th. Community members joined in a rally Tuesday. Our Katie Gibas reports.

Updated 1:33 PM

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

05/16/2012 03:54 PM

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Six months after ESPN broke the story about sex abuse allegations against SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, the network is now facing the possibility that they will have to defend their reporting in court. Today, Fine's wife, Laurie, announced she is suing ESPN and two employees over their coverage. Our Erin Clarke reports.

Updated 05/16/2012 02:57 PM

Eric Smith denied parole

Convicted child killer Eric Smith will spend at least two more years in prison. A state parole board denied Smith's appeal for parole this week.

05/16/2012 03:02 PM

School budget results

School budget results are in. Visit the school budget vote page to find the results.

05/15/2012 08:21 PM

Siena Poll: New Yorkers split on hydrofracking

According to the latest Siena poll, New Yorkers continue to be split over hydrofracking.

05/16/2012 08:50 AM

New marina opens in Ogdensburg

For about six years, boaters didn't have a place to fill their tanks in Ogdensburg. But that problem is resolved now that the new Hosmer's marina gas pump is open for service. Our Cara Thomas was in Ogdensburg and has more on Bill Hosmer's future plans for the marina.

New marina opens in Ogdensburg

Updated 5:15 PM

Police still investigating HSBC Bank robbery

Syracuse police are continuing to investigate a bank robbery that happened last Friday afternoon.

Police still investigating HSBC Bank robbery

5:08 PM

Habitat for Humanity dedicates home for veterans

Habitat for Humanity has wrapped up working, dedicating the first two homes it built for disabled veterans.

Habitat for Humanity dedicates home for veterans

4:05 PM

Syracuse land bank approved

Boarded up and dilapidated properties in Syracuse will soon be put to new use.

Syracuse land bank approved

Updated 4:30 PM

Chiefs streak snapped at seven

The Syracuse Chiefs had their seven-game winning streak snapped at Columbus Wednesday night in a 6-2 loss at Huntington Park.

Chiefs streak snapped at seven

CBA boys slip past Skaneateles in overtime

The No. 10-ranked Christian Brothers Academy boys lacrosse team avoided an upset in its regular-season finale on Wednesday with a 12-11 overtime win at Skaneateles.

CBA boys slip past Skaneateles in overtime

Brothers rally past fast-starting Laker ladies

The top-ranked CBA girls lacrosse team recovered from a slow start to blowout third-ranked Skaneateles Wednesday night on Senior Night at Christian Brothers Academy.

Brothers rally past fast-starting Laker ladies

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

Updated 05/15/2012 10:07 PM

Weekend Buzz

Take a look at what’s happening around the area this weekend.

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The Car Coach: Taking care of your car’s engine

You may not realize that cleaning your engine can lengthen its life, help it run cooler, and allow you to find problems easier. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, explains.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>Taking care of your car’s engine

Computing Columnist: Just kick me

Computing Columnist Nancy Roberts tells us about kickstarter.com.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Computing Columnist: </em></span>Just kick me

Tone Up: Shaping your legs

You may be familiar with the abductor and adductor machine. Some people use it because they think it will help them get thinner legs. If you want to change your legs, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a more helpful exercise.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Shaping your legs

Getaway Guy: Waterfall Getaways

Waterfalls in New york State are always fun to see. And they're even more fun when they're free! I have a few ideas that make nice getaways this spring.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy: </em></span> Waterfall Getaways

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

The estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was found dead at her home in Bedford Wednesday afternoon.

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

05/16/2012 09:39 PM