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James Brown, United Way of Tompkins County

Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, the United Way was able to exceed their $1.5 million campaign goal before…

Jason Leifer, Dryden Town Supervisor

An update on the town’s comprehensive plan and how President Biden’s COVID-19 relief bill will help their broadband project.

Ben Sandberg, History Center in Tompkins County

Ben’s been collecting things related to the COVID-19 pandemic locally.

State Senator Tom O’Mara

Budget talks and whether or not Governor Cuomo should resign.

Congressman Tom Reed

Is Reed running for governor? We ask.

Martha Sauerbrey, Tioga County Legislature

We review the 2021 State of the County address and improvements to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Trooper Aga Dembinska

Troopers will be paying extra attention for drunk & impaired drivers over St. Patrick’s Day.

Tom Basher, Ithaca Fire Department

IFD’s assistant chief is looking for new recruits.

Assemblymember Anna Kelles

Kelles on Governor Cuomo’s controversies, the state budget, and COVID-19 vaccines.

Tompkins County Administrator Jason Molino

How the county’s doing with COVID-19 and what’s next in the public safety reform initiative.

Recent Headlines

6 hours ago in Sports

Terry Rozier’s arrest leaves the Miami Heat stunned, and trying to figure out what happens next

The reality began setting in for the Miami Heat on Friday when they gathered for a morning shootaround practice and Terry Rozier wasn't with the team. And that almost certainly won't change anytime soon.

13 hours ago in Sports

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami complete new contract. He’ll remain with the club at least into 2026

Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that required several months to complete and ensures that the sport's biggest icon will be with the Major League Soccer club for its planned move into a new stadium next year.

13 hours ago in National

States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.

All Things Equal

All Things Equal is a weekly show on 870 AM & 95.9 FM News Talk WHCU Tuesday mornings at 8:40. The show features in-depth conversations on diversity, equity, and race, with a focus on solutions and common ground.

All Things Equal is brought to you by:
Cayuga Medical Center
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Ithaca College
Tompkins Cortland Community College
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Cayuga Health
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
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