Good morning, Ithaca.

TC3 and Ithaca College signed a dual-admission agreement on April 10 that gives students in health sciences, biology and psychology a clear pathway from associate to bachelor’s degrees — students will transfer without a separate application and receive scholarships from $15,000 to $36,000 a year.

A Cornell investigation shows that pre-med students face a mix of competition and collaboration in challenging courses like organic chemistry and during club interviews.

Many report stress while sharing study notes – a balance that shapes their path toward medical school.

Lansing schools presented three options for the 2026-27 budget, including keeping the tax cap, raising taxes, or cutting funding to offset rising costs; voters will decide on May 19 after a budget hearing on May 11 & a board candidate meet.

Former students and scholars honored Harry Katz on April 11-12 at Cornell’s ILR School by presenting 14 papers on labor relations topics — reflecting his lasting influence on the field.

Cornell engineering students built a low-cost methane sensor (the Cornell Flux Chamber) that was deployed in Colombia’s mangrove forests to measure emissions.

Researchers and community partners plan to use the device (supported by sustainability funds) to improve climate data and guide restoration efforts.

The Tompkins County Board of Health fined the owner of Asteri Ithaca $40,000 after inspectors found major waste issues and unsanitary conditions in the building.

The Vecino Group must complete required improvements by April 30 (or face additional daily fines) to meet the county order.

Due to weather delays, paving on Wilson Road and Buck Road in Lansing is set for today through Friday (Apr.

24), with one lane open and flaggers directing traffic while motorists are urged to take alternate routes.

Tompkins County is pressing ahead with an 80-bed shelter on Cherry Street & has applied for $15M from HHAP to support the project.

The design includes ADA-compliant spaces & after operating the current Code Blue shelter through winter 2027 to 28, construction will begin in early May.

New York lawmakers are urged to pass the Accelerate Solar for Affordable Power Act so more households benefit from lower energy bills and a stable grid.

The act (ASAP Act) will speed up local solar and battery projects to capture over $1 billion in annual savings.

Nurses at Cayuga Medical Center filed federal labor complaints accusing management of surveillance, threats and bad-faith bargaining over staffing and patient care + Cayuga Health denied the claims and said it is evaluating changes at the East Campus Cancer Center following state requirements as the NLRB prepares to investigate.

Ithaca College Bombers are set to play a doubleheader against Cortland this afternoon, with the first game starting at 3 p.m. The team comes off a four-game win streak while Cortland remains unbeaten on the road.

Kendall Street Company Concert

7-11:30 p.m. — The Nocturnal Café — $15 adv/$20 dos — Experience an eclectic rock show filled with humor and musical improvisation.

John Butler Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rhythmic brilliance of John Butler live as he showcases his latest album PRISM.

One Night With You: Elvis Dinner Show

6-8 p.m. — K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub — $35 per person — Enjoy an evening of Elvis' classic songs and storytelling paired with a delicious dinner in an intimate setting.

The Steel Wheels Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Hangar Theatre — Ticket details available online — Enjoy an evening of live music by The Steel Wheels.

Eileen Ivers & The Brigideens

8-10:30 p.m. — Hangar Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the fiery sounds of Grammy-winning Eileen Ivers and her all-female band, The Brigideens.