Bob Joseph

I anchor "First News" and "Binghamton Now" weekday mornings on WNBF. I've been reporting news in the Twin Tiers for more than four decades. For breaking news and updates on developing stories, follow @BinghamtonNow on Twitter. Contact me by email at bob@wnbf.com

Suspect in Cornell Threat Case Being Held at Broome County Jail

A 21-year-old Cornell University junior accused of threatening Jewish students at the school is being held at Broome County Jail in the town of Dickinson.

Binghamton Univ. Classes Cancelled During Police Investigation

Classes at Binghamton University were cancelled Monday while police investigated an incident outside the library tower building on the Vestal campus.

Downtown Owego Building Rehab Project Receives $1 Million Boost

A Vestal developer is planning a major renovation of an unsafe abandoned historic structure in Tioga County.

Hochul Blasts Proposal to Declare AR-15 the U.S. “National Gun”

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has criticized Congressman George Santos for backing a measure that would designate the AR-15 rifle as the "National Gun of the United States.

Millions of New Yorkers Urged to Mask Due to Covid Case Increase

As the number of Covid cases starts to rise again, federal health officials are advising people in sections of New York state to resume wearing masks while indoors.

Binghamton Billboards Seek Justice for Aliza Spencer

The effort to track down the killer of a 12-year-old Binghamton girl is moving to the streets of her hometown.

All New Yorkers Over Age 50 Eligible for Covid-19 Vaccination

Age restrictions for Covid-19 vaccine in New York state are being adjusted to enable more people to make appointments.

Cuomo Orders Early Closing for New York Bars and Restaurants

With Covid-19 cases continuing to rise across New York, Governor Andrew Cuomo says all bars and restaurants are being directed to close early.

Animal Adventure Park Closes “Drive-Thru Zoo” Operation

More adjustments are coming to Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville, which had been operating as a drive-thru attraction in recent days.

Cuomo Directing National Guard to Move Ventilators Downstate

As the coronavirus death toll in New York state increased to 2,935 people, Governor Andrew Cuomo said ventilators will be moved to hospitals where they're needed.

Cuomo Extends New York State School Closing Order

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says schools across the state will remain shut down longer because of the coronavirus pandemic.

State Working to Shift Load from Downstate to Upstate Hospitals

Governor Cuomo says efforts are underway to distribute coronavirus patient load from downstate hospitals to upstate hospitals.