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P.M. NEWS MONDAY 12-22-25

Mixed precipitation is likely Tuesday across the region, local meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 12-22-25)

We'll have our Tri-County Forecast through the end of the week at the end of this newscast.

Former Oneida County Corrections Officer David Kingsley, was sentenced to 25 years in Prison, in Oneida County Court Friday. Kingsley was convicted on charges of 2nd degree murder as well as Manslaughter, for the beating death of Marcy Correctional Facility inmate Robert Brooks last December.

Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham announced that John Ryan will be the next Binghamton Police Chief starting January 3. Ryan replaces long time chief Joseph Zikulski who was placed on administrative leave following an off-duty incident in Johnson City.

WCDO NEWS WEDNESDAY 11-5-25

Strong Storms are expected to affect the local regions tonight with a High Wind Warning in Effect, Local Meteorologist Rich Townsend comments:

(Rich Townsend 11-5-25)

The Governor has directed State agencies to prepare for strong storms, with Winds between 40 to [possibly 70 mile an hour gusts overnight, Power Outages from downed trees knocking down power lines could occur, New Yorkers Can Sign Up for Weather and Emergency Alerts by Texting 333111.

40 year old David Tyner pleaded guilty to Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in Broome County Court, in exchange for a sentence of 5 years in State Prison, followed by 3 years of post-release supervision. On July 31, 2024, in Binghamton, Tyner was found in possession of methamphetamine with the intent to sell, the discovery occurred after Tyner was stopped by Binghamton Police for violating Traffic Laws while operating a motorized bicycle.

Initial results are in for yesterday's elections, in The Town of Sidney Eric Wilson wins re-election for Town Supervisor, the 2 seats on the Sidney Town Board, go to Andrew Hinkley & Frank Selleck. The Sidney Town Justice winner is Jennifer Ruling. In Area Town Supervisor races, in Guilford Gilda Ward is the winner, in Unadilla George Denys wins easily, in the town of Colchester, the winner is Robert Hafele, in the town of Oneonta, the winner is William Rivera Jr.. The Cities of Norwich and Oneonta will have new Mayors, Robert Jeffery will be Norwich’s next mayor, in Oneonta the winner is Dan Butterman. In the race for Delaware County Treasurer, the winner is Carli Pinner.

State Police were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in a pond near the intersection of U.S. Route 20 and Skinner Road in the town of Richfield Springs. A passerby called 911 after observing a portion of the vehicle, Troopers located the vehicle and discovered a deceased victim inside. A preliminary investigation determined that a 39-year-old female from Richfield Springs failed to stop at a stop sign at Cole Hill Road at the intersection and continued into the pond. Members of the Underwater Recovery Team assisted on scene. The investigation is continuing.

Former Binghamton Mayor Rich David filed petitions containing approximately 3,000 signatures to appear on the ballot on the Republican line this fall, in the new 53rd Senate District. David also received the authorization from the New York State Conservative Party and filed petitions to appear on the Conservative line. David announced his candidacy for the State Senate After Fred Akshar declined to seek re-election to the senate & announced a run for Broome County Sheriff.

A.M. NEWS WEDNESDAY 4-6-22

The New York State Board on Electric Generation Siting and the Environment will meet today, at 1:00 P.M. 1 of the items on the agenda is the Application of High Bridge Wind, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant for a Wind Powered Electric Generating Facility in Guilford. The Meeting will be available at dps.ny.gov

Vestal Police arrested 31 year old Zeke Wilmarth of Binghamton for Attempted Murder, following a stabbing on Garden Lane Sunday.  Police found the victim with multiple stab wounds & other injuries; she was taken to an area hospital and was in critical condition, the investigation is continuing, Wilmarth faces court action shortly.

Binghamton Mayor Richard David announced his intentions today to run for the 52nd District State Senate seat in 2022.  The State Senate Seat will be available next year after current State Senator Fred Akshar's announced that he would run for Broome County Sheriff, instead of for re-election to the State Senate.

One Day after State Senator Fred Akshar announced that he would run for Broome County Sheriff in 2022, Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced that he would consider a run for Akshar's Senate Seat in 2022.  David has been the mayor of Binghamton for 7 years.  David becomes the first person to suggest a run at Akshar's seat; meanwhile, Akshar is challenging Broome County Sheriff Department Captain Kate Newcomb.

Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced today that an agreement has been reached on a 25 year lease extension between the City of Binghamton and the Ross Park Zoo.  Mayor David said that the Ross Park Zoo is currently the 5th oldest in the United States.

A.M.  NEWS THURSDAY 4-8-21

State Police investigated a shooting in the city of Oneonta Tuesday afternoon.   Oneonta Police responded to a report of a domestic incident on River Street, where they encountered a male subject armed with a knife, an officer fired his weapon, striking the subject, who later died at Albany Medical Center.  State Police have identified the deceased as 23 year old Tyler Green of Oneonta; the officer is identified as Sergeant Ralph Pajerski of the City of Oneonta Police Department. The investigation has been turned over to the State Attorney General's office.

Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced today that he tested positive yesterday for COVID 19. Mayor David said that he was feeling fine, but is following COVID guidelines, & he will follow the recommendations of health care providers, he will isolate at home & is working with the Health Department staff for contact tracing purposes. Several other mayors around Central New York are also reporting COVID positive tests following an in-person meeting among mayors & a press conference this week in Syracuse. The mayors of Fayetteville, Ithaca & Syracuse have also reported positive tests since that meeting.

This afternoon U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will appear at 2:25 at Co-owners of 3i Graphics & Signs to push bipartisan legislation, the Investing in America’s Small Manufacturers Act. Gillibrand states that the bill would increase the availability of affordable loans for small manufacturers through the Small Business Administration’s loan guarantee programs, it would also eliminate a penalty that new manufacturers are required to pay when applying for an SBA 504 loan. Gillibrand will be joined by Broome County Executive Jason Garnar, City of Binghamton Mayor Richard David, and Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Jennifer Conway.

Senator Fred Akshar, Binghamton Mayor Rich David and the Southern Tier AIDS Program will host a "Shed the Meds" prescription turn-in event at the Binghamton Fire Department Training Center at 1 Belden Street in Binghamton tomorrow from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Residents can dispose of their old prescription pills to prevent those meds from falling into the wrong hands. Those attending are asked to avoid to bringing bottles of liquids for disposal. A free Narcan training session will also be held at 1:00 PM, pre-registration is required at Akshar.NYSenate.Gov.

The 2017 Greater Binghamton Job & Career fair will be held today at the SUNY Broome Ice Center. The event will run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the event is being held by the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce.

1 person was killed in a 3-vehicle accident this morning at the I-81 State Route 17 interchange area in the city of Binghamton, according Binghamton Mayor Rich David. The crash involved at least 2-tractor trailer truck, it happened near Exit 3 Broad Avenue just before 9:00 this morning. Binghamton City Police announced that they are investigating and State DOT officials report that the section of road will be closed for a lengthy period of time while the investigators try to determine the cause of the accident. The northbound lanes of I- 81 reopened late this morning; the southbound lanes are closed between Exit 2 and Exit 4. Detours have been set up to accommodate traffic.

Binghamton Mayor Rich David announced that the City of Binghamton has reinstated Police Chief Joseph Zikuski. Mayor David stated that they reviewed an independent review of accusations against Chief Zikuski by the law firm of Coughlin & Gerhart. Mayor David said that the there were no complaints or evidence of harassment or discrimination by Zikuski, who was on a 60-day unpaid suspension that ended today.

Binghamton mayor Rich David announced that Binghamton Police Chief Joseph Zikuski has been placed on paid administrate leave beginning today. Chief Zikuski has recently been accused of sexual harassment by women working in & around the Binghamton police department.