Campus News

University considers making switch from physical to digital IDs

Binghamton University is considering replacing student and faculty physical identification cards with a mobile credential system. On Oct. 16, a Dateline announcement said that University administrators are exploring the possibility of transitioning...


Community

Republican state senator announces campaign against Rep. Josh Riley

Peter Oberacker, a Republican state senator representing New York’s 51st district, announced his campaign against incumbent Democratic Rep. Josh Riley to represent New York’s 19th congressional district. The announcement was made official...


Community

Local nonprofit hosts annual 'Paws and Pints' event

A local nonprofit hosted its second-annual Paws and Pints earlier this month, raising thousands of dollars to support its assistance dog training team. Stand With Me, an organization based in Broome County,...


Community

This year marks 50th anniversary of Herizon, a local social club and bar for lesbians

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Herizon, a lesbian social club and bar that was active in Binghamton from 1975 to 1991. Herizon served as a women’s space and creative hub...


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University's Jewish community organizes vigil marking second anniversary of Oct. 7

To mark the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas-led attacks, members of Binghamton University’s Jewish community gathered on Thursday to remember the lives lost in Israel while calling for the...


Community

Community demonstrates against Trump administration in second 'No Kings' protest

Local organizers, students and community members crowded by the Broome County Courthouse on Saturday’s “No Kings” rally to protest the Trump administration. Spearheaded by Indivisible Binghamton, Citizen Action of New York and...


News

Voting resources: What to know before you head to the polls

In just over two weeks, New Yorkers will head to the polls to cast ballots in local and statewide races. To make their voices heard, residents must plan to vote in this...


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A deeper look at the redistricting craze sweeping the country

As Republican-led states across the country move to redraw their congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, New York officials are discussing how the state could potentially respond. Over the summer,...


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University students keep an eye on NYC mayoral election

As the Binghamton city mayoral race heats up, New Yorkers are also paying attention to another important election happening this year — the New York City mayoral election. Heading into the Nov....


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Kraham, Burnett battle in this year's Binghamton mayoral race

Democratic candidate Miles Burnett will face Mayor Jared Kraham, the Republican incumbent, in the Binghamton mayoral election. The race has been particularly contentious, with several issues coming to the forefront of this...