Breaking down the proposed Syracuse police reform plan
The plan outlines steps to reform SPD’s hiring process, response and community outreach, among other changes. Read more »
Onondaga County
New York politicians support investigation into Cuomo harassment allegations
Two former aides have come forward saying Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed them while they were working for his administration. Read more »
New York expands food assistance eligibility for SUNY students
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 »
With in-person court hearings set to resume, backlog of cases remains
The Onondaga County Supreme Court only held a few time-sensitive or urgent cases in a virtual format over the past year. Read more »
Wary of hospitals, pregnant Black women in Syracuse look to doulas
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 »
Common Council delays vote on SPD reform plan
The plan outlines the SPD's efforts to enact reform in hiring, policy, community relations and other areas. Read more »
Syracuse superfan 'CuseWaterBoy' helps hundreds receive COVID-19 vaccine
Syracuse superfan Anthony DiNicola spends his spare time securing vaccine appointments for vulnerable members of the community. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh announces reelection campaign
Walsh will need to collect at least 750 signatures, starting April 13, to appear on the ballot. Read more »
Syracuse needs more mass vaccination sites
Syracuse should be a city that is equally prioritized in receiving a new mass vaccination site. Read more »
Syracuse University needs to do better for Syracuse
Syracuse University needs to realize the role it plays in the city of Syracuse’s high level of poverty. Read more »
‘Reliving history’: Residents fear I-81 project could displace communities
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 »
Blueprint 15 aims to protect East Adams residents after I-81 overhaul
A Syracuse nonprofit developed several strategies to prevent displacement in the East Adams neighborhood. Read more »
'Deep inequity': Some at-risk SU employees ineligible for COVID-19 vaccine
Some employees, including maintenance workers, custodians and research staff still can’t receive the vaccine. Read more »
Relaxed regulations not enough to recover, Syracuse restaurant owners say
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 »
Syracuse NAACP rejects city’s claims of partnership on police reform plan
The city will submit a plan to Albany in April as part of a state mandate for local police reform. Read more »
Democrats nominate Common Councilor Michael Greene for mayor
Greene will face Republican candidate Janet Burman and incumbent Mayor Ben Walsh, who is seeking reelection as an independent candidate. Read more »
Syracuse museum launches career exploration program for Black students
The “Future Innovators” program aims to build interest in STEM among Black students through local site visits and mentorship from Black professionals. Read more »
Syracuse will open New York's first STEAM school in next 2 years
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 »
What SUNY-ESF's spring semester COVID-19 procedures are
The college has kept many of its fall policies in place but has also added new ones to align with updated state guidelines and newfound challenges presented by the pandemic. Read more »
Here's who's eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in New York, and how to get one
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 »
SU employees launch tutoring network for city students
The goal of the initiative is to help the organizations expand their tutoring resources as the pandemic continues to limit them. Read more »
Common Council passes resolution to expand SPD mental health training
The resolution calls for Ronald Fish to train the police department’s command staff to identify officers who may be facing mental health issues and assist them in getting professional help. Read more »
SU program helps younger Onondaga County students advance in STEM field
Syracuse University’s STEP Program provides academic services to city school students interested in pursuing careers in STEM. Read more »
COVID-19 stretches resources for human trafficking survivors
The pandemic has affected some of the factors that contribute to human trafficking — such as domestic abuse, the availabilty of treatment programs and the frequency of large gatherings. Read more »
