Community
Binghamton City Council fails to approve funding transfer to the city's fire department
The Binghamton City Council failed to approve a plan to transfer $357,685 in federal funds to the city’s fire department last week. Mayor Jared Kraham held a press conference the following day,...
Campus News
Feminist Collective boosts awareness of sexual violence in annual 'Red Zone' week
The Feminist Collective hosted a series of events last week to inform and educate students about the “Red Zone,” a period of time where the majority of sexual assaults on college campuses...
Community
'Bell-to-bell' ban on cell phones in K-12 schools goes into effect
As the K-12 academic year begins, students will now be prohibited from using their cell phones during the school day under a new state policy. Passed as part of the state’s 2025-2026...
Community
Federal appeals court rules in favor of Binghamton City School District over 2019 strip search case
A federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Binghamton City School District over a 2019 incident where four middle schoolers were allegedly strip searched for suspected possession of an illegal substance...
Community
Mayor Kraham's proposed crackdown on illicit cannabis sales faces uncertain future
Nearly a year after Mayor Jared Kraham proposed a law cracking down on illegal cannabis sales, the Binghamton City Council appears divided on whether to move forward with tougher enforcement. Unveiled last...
Community
'Workers Over Billionaires' protestors march down Court Street in Labor Day rally
Residents from across the Southern Tier gathered in Downtown Binghamton on Monday afternoon as part of a nationwide rally to show solidarity with workers and organized labor. Protesters stood along Court Street...
Campus News
University adopts Genetec Security Center platform for streamlined surveillance
Binghamton University has partnered with Genetec, a Montreal-based surveillance solutions company, to streamline capabilities and integrate its security systems into a single interface. The company offers a variety of services, including video...
Campus News
Crime Victims Assistance Center hires new campus advocate coordinator
The Crime Victims Assistance Center brought on a new campus advocate coordinator to provide resources and support for students, faculty and staff impacted by crime. Ariel Hochman ‘24 MPA ‘25 told Pipe...
Community
Binghamton Tenants Union petitions for better housing standards, threatens rent strike
The Binghamton Tenants Union created a petition demanding that the city’s housing authority be held accountable for alleged substandard living conditions and failed maintenance repairs. On Monday, the union held a press...
Campus News
Amid student criticism, BUDS announces new updates to dining services
Amid continued criticism from some students about campus dining, the Binghamton University Dining Services announced new improvements for the fall 2025 semester. The new updates include extended hours at the College-in-the-Woods Dining...