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Cornell Univ. Police: Reported attempted rape did not occur

Cornell University Police have determined that an attempted rape reported near campus this past fall did not actually happen.

9:29 AM

Ithaca police officer works to recover from shooting

It was a crime that shocked the community. An Ithaca police officer shot through the chest while chasing a suspected car thief. Now, two months later, Anthony Augustine is working hard to recover. YNN's Tamara Lindstrom sat down exclusively with the officer who talks about the struggle and what it's like when an officer becomes a victim. Online Extra: Watch the entire raw interview with Officer Anthony Augustine inside this story.

Updated 12/10/2012 08:36 PM

Man accused of killing Keith Reed Jr. to be extradited

The man accused of killing former Sherburne-Earlville Principal Keith Reed is expected to return to Western New York from Virginia this week to answer to those charges.

10:33 AM

Numerically-significant calendar date sparks shopping specials

If you take a look at the calendar, Wednesday is a special numerical day, 12-12-12. Now 12 small business owners in Corning's Gaffer District are playing off of the unique date. Katie Husband shows us how Twin Tier shoppers could benefit.

Updated 12/10/2012 05:40 PM

Cuomo announces 74,000 job openings through Jobs Express

Governor Andrew Cuomo announces some good news for job seekers.

11:25 AM

Congressman Hinchey thanks voters

After two decades serving his district, Congressman Maurice Hinchey now has just three weeks left in office. The longtime representative announced his retirement earlier this year, but before he goes, he's taking the time to thank the public. Our Elyse Mickalonis has more Congressman Hinchey's farewell tour and his plans for the future.

Updated 12/10/2012 09:31 PM

Lockheed Martin gets new client

Lockheed Martin has a new contract with a foreign client. The Owego plant will help produce the U.S. Navy's Seahawk helicopters for the Danish government. Company officials discussed the announcement at a news conference Monday. Melissa Kakareka has more.

12/10/2012 04:22 PM

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10:43 AM

Man arraigned in connection with son’s death

The Seneca County man accused of killing his son four years ago to collect life insurance money plead not guilty in court Monday afternoon. YNN reporter Geoff Redick joined us with more from Seneca County.

Updated 12/10/2012 04:51 PM

Boxing HOF announces class of 2013 inductees

The Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota announced its latest class of inductees Monday. Among the most famous is referee Mills Lane. Induction weekend takes place in June and will be dedicated to Canastota's own Carmen Basilio who passed away last month.

Swain's career-high 26 points not enough in BU loss

Despite Jasbrielle Swain's career-high 26-point effort, the BU women's basketball team lost to Niagara Monday night, 63-57. The Bearcats drop to 1-9.

Cavs playing waiting game for Dion

Former SU basketball star Dion Waiters has already missed four games for the Cleveland Cavaliers and could miss four more this week while recovering from an ankle injury that is putting a damper on the stellar start to his NBA career.

SUNY-ESF president stepping down

The president of SUNY-ESF is stepping down. Dr. Corneilus Murphy Jr. made his plans public during a campus meeting today.

11:52 AM

Recycle your electronics

With the holidays fast approaching, many people will be getting new computers, televisions, and other electronic devices as gifts. That's why the Onondaga Resource Recovery Agency is reminding people to properly dispose old electronics by recycling.

9:22 AM

Syracuse addresses crime problem

Syracuse's mayor and police chief came together Monday night to address concerns about crime within the community, particularly among young people.

Updated 7:30 AM

Shoppers enjoying Destiny USA additions

It's been a busy season for Destiny USA. Not just because of the holidays, but just about every week, a new store or restaurant is opening. On Monday, three more businesses opened their doors. Our Cara Thomas was at the grand opening for Gordon Biersch and has some new updates on the mall’s expansion project.

Updated 12/10/2012 11:05 PM

Senate coalition announces Sandy relief plan

State lawmakers announced a new bi-partisan plan to help with Sandy recovery during a tour of the storm ravaged Rockaways. YNN's Zack Fink has the story.

12/10/2012 09:17 PM

Chelsea Clinton generates speculation of possible run for office

With the 2012 election behind us, a lot of political chatter has now been on who will run for 2016. There's a lot of speculation that includes New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, but former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton has been making a lot of appearances in the political scene. Grace Rauh has more.

12/10/2012 07:45 PM

Recipe: Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Rustic cold weather treat!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Money Matters: Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

A new grassroots organization is working to help small businesses recover after Sandy. Shazia Khan has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Money Matters: </em></span>Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

Tech Beat: Helmsley Building to be lit every night with new energy efficient lighting system

One of New York City's and one of the world's most recognizable buildings, 230 Park Avenue, also known as The Helmsley Building, will, for the first time, be lit up every night. But the building won't just be lit with any lights. Our Adam Balkin has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tech Beat: </em></span>Helmsley Building to be lit every night with new energy efficient lighting system

The Car Coach: 2013 Audi S-Line

Ultra-light and ultra-efficient sports sedans with excellent performance are very popular.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>2013 Audi S-Line

Tone Up: Advanced wall pushups

If you work out a lot, sometimes you get bored and you need something crazy to mix it up. Today, we have a crazy exercise for you, but it's a little bit more advanced. Marcie Fraser has more in today's Tone Up.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Advanced wall pushups

Healthy Living: Shrinking world means increasing health threats

A perfect storm is brewing for a global health threat. The combination of people moving more easily around the globe, climate change and humans entering animal habitats more often, is a recipe for a pandemic. Katie Gibas reports.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Healthy Living:</em></span> Shrinking world means increasing health threats

Rep. Owens talks Farm Bill

Talk of the fiscal cliff has overshadowed the fact that there is still no Farm Bill in place in Washington, D.C. Congressman Bill Owens says the reason the bill has not been acted on since the election is because Congress wants to include it in the deal that addresses the fiscal cliff.