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
Bob Joseph
Gun-Wielding Bandit Flees on Bike After Robbing Johnson City Bank
Johnson City police say a Main Street bank branch was robbed by a masked man who then rode away on a small mountain bicycle.
New York State Assembly Leader Tests Positive for Covid-19
Carl Heastie, the Speaker of the New York State Assembly, has announced he has received a positive Covid-19 test result.
Endicott Man’s Body Found in Susquehanna River
Police say a body discovered in the Susquehanna River in Tioga County was that of an Endicott resident who had been reported missing.
New Yorkers Ordered to Wear Masks in Busy Areas
Governor Andrew Cuomo is directing New York state residents to wear a mask or other cloth covering in situations where proper social distancing isn't possible.
Man Surrenders After Standoff with Binghamton Police
A tense standoff in Binghamton's First Ward ended after a man surrendered peacefully to city police.
Binghamton School “Strip Search” Story Goes National
Anger over an alleged strip search of four girls at a Binghamton middle school now is receiving attention across the United States.
ATM Alert: Skimming Device Found at Community Bank Branch
Police say a card skimmer was discovered inside an ATM at a branch of Community Bank N.A.
Binghamton Police Seeking Downtown Shooters
No arrests have been reported after two downtown Binghamton shooting incidents in a five-day period.
BU President Announces Efforts to Improve Campus Safety
The president of Binghamton University is promising more action to address safety issues following the violent deaths of two students in the last few weeks.
Two Charged in Endicott Dating App Robbery Case
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with an Endicott robbery which happened after the victim chatted with one of the men via a dating app.