The city of Syracuse received over $1.5 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in September to address coronavirus-related issues in the city. Read more »
Scattered across Syracuse are parks, trails, shops and buildings that give a glimpse into the city’s complicated history and evolving present. Read more »
In the past year, many businesses in Syracuse were only able to operate for a few months at a time as public health restrictions continued to change. Read more »
This Syracuse pizzeria’s co-owners think they are “mad scientists” in the kitchen. Since March 8, they have been serving pies and slices from Armory Square. Read more »
Small businesses in Syracuse said coronavirus-related relief from state and local governments has made a considerable difference in their operations. Read more »
COVID-19 related expenses, as well as losses in sales tax revenues during shutdowns, will cost the state about $39 billion over four years. Read more »
The plan outlines steps to reform SPD’s hiring process, response and community outreach, among other changes. Read more »
Two former aides have come forward saying Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed them while they were working for his administration. Read more »
Students previously needed to be caring for a child, unable to work due to a disability or eligible for 20 hours of federal work-study each week to qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Read more »
The Onondaga County Supreme Court only held a few time-sensitive or urgent cases in a virtual format over the past year. Read more »
Between 2007 and 2016, pregnancy-related deaths were highest among Black women, and they are two to three times more likely to die in childbirth than white women. Read more »
The plan outlines the SPD's efforts to enact reform in hiring, policy, community relations and other areas. Read more »
Walsh will need to collect at least 750 signatures, starting April 13, to appear on the ballot. Read more »
Syracuse native creates a communal mental health collective, which runs support groups, to create another source of mental health support in the city. Read more »
If the I-81 viaduct is removed, the land leftover could lead to gentrification and displacement for families whose homes were already destroyed when the highway was built. Read more »
A Syracuse nonprofit developed several strategies to prevent displacement in the East Adams neighborhood. Read more »
Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced in a Feb. 14 executive order that New York state would extend mandated closing times for bars, restaurants and gyms by one hour. Read more »
The city will submit a plan to Albany in April as part of a state mandate for local police reform. Read more »
Greene will face Republican candidate Janet Burman and incumbent Mayor Ben Walsh, who is seeking reelection as an independent candidate. Read more »
The “Future Innovators” program aims to build interest in STEM among Black students through local site visits and mentorship from Black professionals. Read more »
The school, which will cater to high school students who want to pursue a career in STEAM fields, is part of the city’s Syracuse Surge, an initiative that aims to improve the city’s economy through technological advancements. Read more »
As of Wednesday, 9.4% of the state population had received the first dose of the vaccine, and 3.2% had received the second dose. Read more »
The employees worked at the Armory Square restaurant from Oct. 24 through Nov. 3 from 11 am to between 9am and 11pm. Read more »
Syracuse artists have turned to using virtual methods to continue their businesses and showcase their art. Read more »
