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New details released in deadly Triangle fire

Broome County

Investigators have confirmed what many in the Broome County community of Triangle already suspected: The two bodies found inside a burned out home are that of a three-year-old child and her father. And the details surrounding their deaths are equally disturbing. Our Elyse Mickalonis has more.

New details released in deadly Triangle fire

Updated 05/21/2012 07:53 PM

Officials discuss domestic violence awareness after fatal fire

Broome County

Authorities say there was no history of violence with the Oney family. But domestic violence advocates are taking this opportunity to raise awareness about situations like this one and what can be done to prevent them in the future. Our Melissa Kakareka tells us what officials hope the public can learn from the incident.

Officials discuss domestic violence awareness after fatal fire

Updated 05/21/2012 07:45 PM

Elmira applies for grants to improve police department

Elmira

Keeping the streets safe in any city is no easy task, so in an effort to lighten the load on the police department in Elmira, the city council will apply for three grants worth about $150,000. Our Bill Mich has more on the impact this money could have.

Elmira applies for grants to improve police department

Updated 05/21/2012 10:41 PM

Woman arrested for setting fire to home on Christmas Eve

Steuben County

Five months after a Christmas Eve fire destroyed a home in Hammondsport, State Police say they now know what caused it. The fire on Wixom Hill Road was an arson and the owner faces a number of charges.

Woman arrested for setting fire to home on Christmas Eve

05/21/2012 03:42 PM

Arrest made in theft of veteran memorial markers

Steuben County

Corning Police have made an arrest in the theft of several bronze veteran’s memorial markers.

05/21/2012 02:13 PM

Click It or Ticket campaign begins

New York

Research shows that fewer people buckle up at night, when the risk of being in a fatal crash is at the highest. That's according to State Police, who are ready to launch their latest Click It or Ticket campaign. Our Brad Vivacqua reports.

05/21/2012 07:02 AM

Google announces partnership with Cornell

US

Cornell University now has a new partner in New York City: Google. The search engine giant is giving Cornell free space in its Big Apple office until the school can build its new Applied Sciences campus on Roosevelt Island. Our Grace Rauh has more on Monday's announcement.

05/21/2012 10:36 PM

Chemung County child care subsidy ends Friday

Elmira

For low-income families in Chemung County, the cost of child care is fairly affordable thanks to a county subsidy. But as of Friday, that subsidy will no longer be available to a number of families. Our Lara Greenberg explains why and what parents can do about it.

Updated 05/21/2012 06:46 PM

Two robbed in Ithaca at knife-point

Ithaca

Two people were robbed in Ithaca after a man went inside their car with a knife. It happened around 9 p.m. Monday on the 600 block of Chestnut Street.

05/21/2012 10:45 PM

Ammonia leak at Chobani plant sends two people to the hospital

New Berlin

The Chobani yogurt plant in New Berlin had to be evacuated Monday morning. Employees were relocated after an ammonia leak was detected just after nine.

Updated 05/21/2012 02:24 PM

Horseheads wins STAC tournament final

The Horseheads softball team is the 2012 STAC tournament champ thanks to a 5-2 win over Susquehanna Valley in Monday's title game.

Horseheads wins STAC tournament final

Horseheads softball advances to STAC tournament final

The Horseheads softball squad will play Susquehanna Valley for the STAC tournament title thanks to a 10-9 Blue Raiders semifinal victory over Windsor.

Horseheads softball advances to STAC tournament final

Susquehanna Valley advances to STAC title game with win over Vestal

The Susquehanna. Valley Sabers beat Vestal 11-8 in the STAC tournament semis to advance to the title game to face Horseheads.

Susquehanna Valley advances to STAC title game with win over Vestal

Lowville man killed in motorcycle crash

A Lowville man was killed in a motorcycle crash in the Town of Boonville. According to Oneida County Sheriff's Deputies, alcohol and speed were factors in the crash.

Lowville man killed in motorcycle crash

6:41 AM

Man seriously injured in pit bull attack

A Syracuse man is in serious condition after being attacked by a pit bull. Police said the 65-year-old man was visiting a home when he was bit by the dog on the arm and both legs.

7:11 AM

Local lake groups prepare to remove milfoil

A few Central New York lake associations are preparing to do all they can to sustain the water quality in two popular lakes. Members of the Cazenovia Lake Association and the Otisco Lake Preservation Association are taking action to fight off Eurasian milfoil. Our Brad Vivacqua has more on these efforts.

7:25 AM

Syracuse man at center of flood insurance suit

New proposed FEMA flood maps are threatening to force more than a thousand people in and around Syracuse to buy flood insurance for the first time. Now a city man is fighting a different battle that may have implications for his neighbors and others across the country. As our Kat De Maria tells us, a lawsuit filed on behalf of 59-year-old Gordon Casey could settle the question of how much insurance banks and lenders can legally force you to buy.

Updated 05/21/2012 07:37 PM

Liverpool considers closing elementary school

Parents, students and teachers in Liverpool are waiting to find out if their school will close. Members of Liverpool's Building Utilization Committee presented their proposal for closing an elementary school in the coming years to the full board of education Monday night. Our Katie Gibas lays out the proposed plan and tells us what schools are on the chopping block.

Updated 05/21/2012 10:55 PM

Utica, Deerfield to dredge together

Fixing the damage from last year's flooding has been a major cost to taxpayers across Central New York. Now the City of Utica and the Town of Deerfield are facing an additional issue in their cleanup efforts: Who pays for a problem in one town that causes flooding in another? Our Andrew Sorensen talked with both municipalities as they try to sort out the issue.

Updated 05/21/2012 10:47 PM

What should the city have to pay for improper activity by police?

Should taxpayers have to pay for improper activity by Syracuse police? Common councilors say the answer is no. YNN's Bill Carey says the council has okayed a resolution that asks the mayor to reconsider just what it will pay when employees cross the line.

05/21/2012 04:58 PM

Bus rolls over on Interstate 81

It was a scary ride home for students on a South Jefferson school bus Monday afternoon. A speeding car rear-ended their bus on Interstate 81, causing the bus to roll over on the side of the highway.

Updated 05/21/2012 07:25 PM

The Car Coach: The 2012 Audi A8L 4.2L Quattro

The 2012 Audi A8L 4.2L Quattro can fulfill your dreams of luxury, exclusivity, and opulence. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, takes a closer look.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>The 2012 Audi A8L 4.2L Quattro

Money Matters: Schwab survey shows older workers want to keep working

A recent survey by Charles Schwab about "Older Workers and Money" reveals that more and more older workers are enjoying their jobs and do not want to retire. YNN's Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following report.

Tech Beat: "Pretty" apps displayed at SoHo Digital Gallery Of Art

Some of the nicer-looking apps on the market were recently given their own exhibit by the SoHo Gallery of Digital Art. YNN's Adam Balkin filed this report.

Tone Up: Tightening your lower abdomen

Standing abdominal exercises will help strengthen your lower abdominals and pull the belly in. Marcie Fraser demonstrates one way to make the exercise a little more challenging.

Going Green: Chestnut tree blight

One hundred years ago, an average American Chestnut tree would’ve grown to 100 feet tall but it’s being killed by cankers that encircle the tree and kill it. The chestnut blight, first discovered in 1904, has killed over 4 billion chestnut trees.

App Wrap: "StillShot" and "SpellTower"

YNN highlights the coolest and newest apps for your cell phone or mobile device in the twice-weekly segment “App Wrap.” YNN’s Adam Balkin filed the following report.

Travel with Val: Yucatan food tour explores peninsula's ancient flavors

A special food tour in Mexico, where there’s a lot of talk about the end of the world, ensures doomsday travelers will not go out hungry. YNN's Valarie D'Elia filed the following report.

Healthy Living: Sunscreen changes

Savvy consumers may notice a number of changes to any new over-the-counter sunscreen products hitting stores by mid-June.

Lights-Camera-Jackson: "Battleship"

Does the action movie “Battleship” blow the audience away? Here to answer our questions is our very own kid critic, Lights, Camera, Jackson.

Garden Journeys: Privacy in landscape settings

Terry Ettinger explains in this edition of Garden Journeys why hedges may not be the perfect answer when dealing with privacy issues in landscape settings.

Travel with Val: When are kids old enough to travel?

Several experts at a family expo in Manhattan recently shared their opinions on good ages to take trips with children. YNN's Valarie D'Elia filed this report.

Your Home: Tree maintenance

Trees are often damaged after a winter of heavy snowfall, sometimes beyond repair. That certainly wasn't an issue this winter, but in this edition of Your Home, the health of the trees in your yard is addressed.

Recipe: Italian Sausage, Pepper and Onion Risotto

A risotto twist on the classic pairing of Italian sausage, peppers and onions!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Italian Sausage, Pepper and Onion Risotto

Recipe: Roasted Asparagus with Romesco and Goat Cheese Croutons

Seasonal asparagus with a Spanish style roasted red pepper sauce!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Roasted Asparagus with Romesco and Goat Cheese Croutons

Recipe: Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon with Spinach Salad

Fantastic combination of flavors!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon with Spinach Salad

Governor calls for disability oversight

Governor Cuomo says he wants improvements to the care of people at state-run disability facilities. But some say they're worried a bill that would create new oversight for the facilities may be defeated in the state legislature and they're calling for changes to make sure it passes. YNN's Zach Fink has more.

Governor calls for disability oversight

Christian voters debate same-sex marriage

It's been nearly two weeks since President Obama announced his support for same-sex marriage and people are still talking about the implications, especially among Christian voters, a community polarized by the issue. With nearly 80 percent of Americans identifying as Christians, our Washington, D.C. bureau reporter Erin Billups takes a look at the differences in philosophical beliefs that may dictate how they may vote this November.

Christian voters debate same-sex marriage

Students push for legislation to keep classrooms cool

The closer we get to summer, the more students are feeling the heat as temperatures rise in classrooms across the state. But as our Lori Chung reports, there's now a bill to hold schools accountable for keeping students cool.

Students push for legislation to keep classrooms cool

Farm workers demand equal rights

In their self proclaimed quest for dignity, respect and justice community and civil rights advocates encourage the state to grant farm workers more rights. Our Erin Vannella attended a public forum Monday where group leaders explained why.

Farm workers demand equal rights

Jury still deliberating in Edwards’ trial

Day two of deliberations in the John Edwards campaign finance trial ended like day one, with the jury still undecided and asking to see more exhibits. YNN's Ed Scannell has been following the case from the courtroom and he has the latest.

Jury still deliberating in Edwards’ trial