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Hochul's 'inflation refund' checks will be distributed this month
Over eight million New Yorkers are expected to receive “inflation refund” checks as part of an initiative by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The $2 billion program will distribute one-time checks ranging from $150...
Community
Local sustainability organization faces funding cuts, jeopardizing student internships
As a local sustainability organization faces drastic funding cuts, it may be forced to downsize its student internship offerings. The Network for a Sustainable Tomorrow is a nonprofit that conducts outreach and...
Campus News
VPSS holds third-annual Multicultural Voting Fair
Last Monday, the Vice President for the Student Success Office held its third annual Multicultural Voting Fair to promote political engagement among students. The fair was organized in collaboration with the Center...
Community
Kraham, Burnett discuss their vision for the City of Binghamton in 'Meet the Candidates' debate
With the general election just one month away, incumbent Republican Mayor Jared Kraham and Democrat Miles Burnett debated on Friday for the second time this cycle. Dozens of community members attended the...
Campus News
As part of new law, Binghamton University appoints Title VI coordinator
Binghamton University appointed a Title VI coordinator after Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation in August requiring all colleges and universities in the state to create the position. The Title VI coordinator works...
Campus News
Philosophy Department holds colloquium on structural injustice
The graduate program in social, political, ethical and legal philosophy hosted a colloquium on Friday for students and faculty to engage in meaningful thought and dialogue about structural injustice. Japa Pallikkathayil, an...
Community
Binghamton police chief to step down
This article was updated at 10:53 p.m. on 10/6. Binghamton Police Chief Joseph Zikuski will step down following over two months of paid administrative leave and an ongoing investigation, according to an...
Campus News
B-Healthy launches new wellness podcast
Binghamton University’s B-Healthy: Healthy Campus Initiative launched a new podcast to foster honest conversations about health and wellness on campus. The podcast, titled “The Wellness Couch Podcast,” features various guest speakers and...
News
Rep. Josh Riley proposes legislation to ban foreign ownership of American utility companies
Rep. Josh Riley introduced new legislation last Thursday that would ban foreign enterprises from owning American utility companies. The bill, titled the “Keep the Lights Local Act,” would expand federal laws to...
Community
Amid federal cuts, County Executive Jason Garnar releases 2026 budget
Last Monday, Broome County Executive Jason Garnar delivered his 2026 Budget Address, which focused on how the county would allocate funds to improve the lives of residents in areas like housing, economic...