Friday December 19th: Rome Parents Push Back on Bedbug Claims

Parents in the Rome City School District are pushing back after officials said a recent bedbug discovery at Stokes Elementary School was handled promptly. But several families say that doesn’t reflect what they experienced.

Thursday December 18th: Utica’s 31% Gun Violence Drop

Utica saw a thirty-one percent drop in gun violence in 2025—part of a statewide decline—thanks to targeted policing efforts and state-led initiatives like "Give".

Wednesday December 17th: Inside Sen. Griffo’s Cell Phone Drive

Senator Joseph Griffo’s monthlong drive collected a thousand used phones to support "Cell Phones for Soldiers", providing over one-hundred thousand minutes of free calls for troops, and aiding veterans in need.

Tuesday December 16th: Lawmakers Try to Fix the Doctor Shortage

State lawmakers in Upstate New York are proposing new legislation to combat severe doctor shortages by expanding loan repayment programs, offering tax incentives, and improving access to medical education in rural and underserved areas.

Monday December 15th: Rome Health’s $18.9M Tech Overhaul

Rome Health has secured a nearly twenty million dollar state grant to modernize its IT systems, unifying electronic records and enhancing cybersecurity and telehealth as part of a broader, years-long transformation.

Friday December 12th: Jim Kramer’s Farewell to New Hartford Football

Jim Kramer is stepping down as New Hartford’s head football coach after nine successful seasons to spend more time with his family, leaving behind a revitalized and championship-caliber program.

Thursday December 11th: Clue hits the Stanley stage

Broadway Utica is bringing the fast-paced, stage adaptation of the classic whodunit “Clue” to the Stanley Theatre, blending comedy, mystery, and nostalgia while also engaging local students through community outreach.

Wednesday December 10th: Inside the Countryside Apartments Blaze

Early Tuesday morning in Rome, tragedy struck as a fire tore through the Countryside Apartments on Rome-Oriskany Road. The blaze left one person dead, another critically injured, and around twenty residents displaced.

Tuesday December 9th: Winter Weather Hits Central New York

Central New York is under a winter storm watch with up to seven inches of snow expected Wednesday, mixed with rain due to warmer temperatures, and hazardous travel conditions likely.

Monday December 8th: Inside Utica’s Shop With A Cop

The annual "Shop With A Cop" event in Utica brought together police officers and over a hundred children for a joyful holiday shopping experience that fostered community connection and support for families in need.