Tompkins County.
county in New York, United States
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Local officials and the Assembly are examining laws and reviewing cases related to allegations at Cornell University.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Health officials warn that radon exposure is a significant health risk factor, potentially leading to lung cancer in the state, affecting residents of Tompkins County.Some support1 report
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The Ithaca Police Department operates within Tompkins County and receives state funding from New York.Some support1 report
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The Ithaca Area Economic Development body provides business services and support to the city and serves as the primary economic development body for Tompkins County.Some support1 report
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The Ithaca City School District budget in Tompkins County was funded by a local property tax levy.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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The District Attorney's office in Tompkins County receives between 6 to 10 cases annually.Some support1 report
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Severe thunderstorms caused damage in Tompkins County, Onondaga County, and Cortland County on August 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Coordinating services for vulnerable residents in Ithaca and Tompkins County.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Due to significant funding cuts from the state office (OTDA), officials in Tompkins County are seeking assistance from state senator Lea Webb regarding county services.Some support1 report
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Alternatives Federal Credit Union was founded in Ithaca, which is located in Tompkins County.Some support1 report
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City of Ithaca residents are actively involved in opposing development plans and providing funding for local projects.Some support1 report
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Tompkins County proposed an online registry to monitor animal abusers.Some support1 report
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The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County announced a $2.09 million grant to fund facility upgrades for local families.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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NWS issues heat advisories for Tompkins County.Some support1 report
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FEMA is providing funding for disaster preparedness activities in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.Some support2 reports
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Severe weather is impacting power infrastructure across Delaware, Broome, and Tompkins counties.Some support1 report
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Around Tompkins County this week
News at the entities that move Tompkins County most-
New York StructuralKathy Hochul announced support for prevailing wage standards and infrastructure in New York.Moves Tompkins County
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralResearch examines fire service needs, rising equipment costs, and federal grants for resilient infrastructure projects.Moves Tompkins County
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National Weather Service Shared contextThe National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center collaborate on severe weather information sharing and forecasting for Eastern North Carolina.Moves Tompkins County
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Ithaca StructuralBus service now runs daily between campuses in Ithaca and New York City.Moves Tompkins County
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Cornell University Shared contextMichael Kotlikoff, President of Cornell University, announced on October 5th that the university was investigating allegations against Jane Doe.Moves Tompkins County
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Matthew Van Houten Shared contextInstitutional failure at Cornell University prompted the intervention of the District Attorney's office.Moves Tompkins County
Connections
The 16 strongest of 80, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ithaca Structural
Ithaca is an administratively defined city located within Tompkins County, sharing functional responsibilities for resident services.
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New York Structural
New York serves as the state jurisdiction and provides funding and oversight for Tompkins County.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
FEMA provides funding to Tompkins County for disaster preparedness activities.
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Lea Webb Operational
Tompkins County officials sought specific assistance from the state senator regarding current issues.
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Cornell University Shared context
Cornell University is physically located within and subject to the jurisdiction of Tompkins County.
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Matthew Van Houten Shared context
Matthew Van Houten operated within the jurisdiction of Tompkins County while handling a case.
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Ithaca Police Department Shared context
The Ithaca Police Department operates within the geographic and administrative boundaries of Tompkins County.
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Binghamton Shared context
Binghamton is a city located within the administrative boundaries of Tompkins County.
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Michael Kotlikoff Shared context
Michael Kotlikoff referenced a decision made by the Tompkins County District Attorney.
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National Weather Service Shared context
The National Weather Service provides advisories and warnings relevant to the geographic area of Tompkins County.
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Broome County Shared context
Both counties are subject to the shared risk of severe weather impacting power infrastructure.
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Rensselaer Shared context
Rensselaer and Tompkins County define the boundaries of a shared district.
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radon Shared context
Radon is an environmental health risk factor relevant to the context of Tompkins County.
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Columbia Shared context
The two locations are connected and define the boundaries of a shared district.
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Letitia James Shared context
Letitia James conducts investigations and legal challenges within the jurisdiction of Tompkins County.
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Jane Doe Shared context
Jane Doe was involved in incidents that occurred within Tompkins County.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
3 events- The Ithaca Police Department operates within Tompkins County and receives state funding from New York.
- The Ithaca Area Economic Development body provides business services and support to the city and serves as the primary economic development body for Tompkins County.
- The District Attorney's office in Tompkins County receives between 6 to 10 cases annually.
August 2026
5 events- Severe thunderstorms caused damage in Tompkins County, Onondaga County, and Cortland County on August 27, 2026.
- Due to significant funding cuts from the state office (OTDA), officials in Tompkins County are seeking assistance from state senator Lea Webb regarding county services.
- Alternatives Federal Credit Union was founded in Ithaca, which is located in Tompkins County.
- City of Ithaca residents are actively involved in opposing development plans and providing funding for local projects.
- Tompkins County proposed an online registry to monitor animal abusers.
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July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
4 events- Coordinating services for vulnerable residents in Ithaca and Tompkins County.
- NWS issues heat advisories for Tompkins County.
- FEMA is providing funding for disaster preparedness activities in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.
- Severe weather is impacting power infrastructure across Delaware, Broome, and Tompkins counties.