Morning Edition for Tuesday, August 16th

Even larger minimum wage hike in New York? Early voting happening now, COVID declines, SNAP boosted, and body discovered on Lake Ontario. Latest streaming, crime, and courts headlines in Finger Lakes.

Here are the stories we’re following for you today, Tuesday, August 16th. The Morning Edition is a daily digest of the biggest news that matters to you. Want to get caught up in under 60 seconds? This newsletter is the answer! Become a subscriber by clicking the button at the bottom of this page!

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5 FAST FACTS: GET CAUGHT UP IN 60 SECONDS

1. Are lawmakers going to be successful in pushing for a higher minimum wage in New York? Some have signaled that new legislation will be introduced this upcoming session addressing minimum wage, which they say does not meet the needs of New York families. [READ]

2. Early voting is happening now. Congressional primary voting is taking place across the Finger Lakes and Central New York. There are plenty of important, contested races that will shape the political future. [READ]

3. SNAP benefits are getting a boost this month. Find out the details that Gov. Hochul says will help New York families keep food on the table. [READ]

4. When will the COVID-19 pandemic be over? New York has seen a significant decline in new COVID cases week-over-week. But there’s renewed concerns about what the fall could bring. [READ]

5. An investigation remains active after a body was found in a sailboat on Lake Ontario. [READ]

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CRIME & COURTS

• Canandaigua man had metal knuckles, threatened others with axe during incident

• Suspect sought after stealing purse, wallet from Ithaca restaurant

• Deputies: Rose woman arrested after kids, ages 6 and 8, found in road refusing to move for traffic

• Police: Delivery driver attacked while waiting for food order in Ithaca

• Lodi felon faces array of new drug charges after pursuit, vehicle search in Waterloo: Held on no bail due to past convictions

• Seneca Falls woman interferes with police during mental health emergency

• Farmington woman charged with DWI after property damage accident

• Penn Yan woman falls asleep in drive-thru, charged with DWI

• Police say shooting, car chase under investigation in Ithaca

• Clyde woman arrested for DWI in parking lot of apartment complex

• Newark woman leaves scene of accident, skips court

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STREAMING NOW

BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES: Engagement fatigue happens when residents don’t understand the importance of their feedback

CONCRETE JUNGLE: Weekend of Different Storylines for Yankees, Mets

INSIDE THE FLX: Geneva Public Library Foundation fall book sale

AROUND THE U.S. & WORLD

• Inflation rate is 8.5%; gas is getting cheaper but groceries are not, what to do about it

• Direct payments for essential workers in Connecticut– up to $1,000

• Doritos: Jacked buffalo ranch flavor has been discontinued– Why?

• Dollar Tree: 29 items for $38 and it is enough to feed a family of four

• Sonic Pickle Juice Slush: How long is it available?

• Savings tip: Couponing to get 12 items at Walgreens for under $10

• Feces exposure at waterpark results in several hospitalizations

• Lay’s potato chips has new limited edition flavors and they’re cheesy

• Trader Joes: Four products to always buy and one to avoid

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