Rebecca Redelmeier
Climate Reporter/Producer-
Low rainfall was already a challenge for New York farmers. Now, fires are making things even more dangerous. -
Though some rain fell earlier this week, officials say weeks of abnormally dry conditions have created a high risk for more fires. -
Unofficial results show Riley leading Republican Congressman Marc Molinaro by fewer than 4,000 votes. Riley declared victory during a speech in Ithaca Tuesday night. Molinaro did not concede, arguing there are still absentee and affidavit ballots to be counted. -
Results are coming in from across New York state. -
The ban will last at least 30 days. -
Greenidge Generation sued the state after the Department of Environmental Conservation refused to renew its permit to operate. The judge in the case said he would rule by Nov. 14. -
The bill would cap the cost of energy bills at 6% of household income for low-income New Yorkers. It is also meant to encourage utilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. -
The resolution also requires that county officials ask the state to include the county in the landfill’s permitting process. -
The move raises questions over whether the investment in the local battery hub will deliver the jobs and economic prosperity promised to the region. -
The university currently contributes $650,000 annually to the Ithaca City School District. The Ithaca Teachers Association is calling for an increase to $10 million.
