Syracuse officials look toward ‘next step’ for I-81 project
The city has been “in communication” with the New York State Department of Transportation. The city’s vision will align community desires. Read more »
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'Kitchen Literacy Project' seeks to change how Syracuse teens view cooking
The organization began hosting weekly free cooking classes at Salt City Market for teens involved in several local after-school programs. Read more »
‘Art Build for Palestine’ promotes awareness through 'grassroots' organizing
The Syracuse Peace Council hosted an event where attendees made pro-Palestine art, including buttons, pamphlets and zines. Read more »
Upstate University becomes first SUNY with emergency contraception vending
Students from SUNY Upstate Medical University have collaborated on an on-campus "access point" for birth control. Read more »
Hochul announces $200 million investment in I-90 corridor workforce
New York state plans to allocate more than $200 million into developing a workforce along the Interstate 90 corridor, Gov. Hochul announced Monday. Read more »
Syracuse Housing Trust Fund Corporation to help ongoing housing crisis
The mission of the HTFC is to "facilitate investments that help to address the city's housing needs, as it pertains to the city's market gap and affordability gaps," said Michelle Sczpanski, deputy commissioner of neighborhood development. Read more »
State appeals court dismisses legal challenge to I-81 project
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. A New York state appeals court dismissed Renew 81 for… Read more »
Demonstrators call for ceasefire in Palestine at Syracuse Federal Building
The "We Charge Genocide" vigil called for a ceasefire in Palestine and an end to the United States' financial aid to Israel. Read more »
Common Council authorizes adjustment to Syracuse tax code following SCOTUS ruling
The Syracuse City Common Council authorized an amendment to the city's tax code regarding surplus monies in tax-delinquent properties. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh sets goal of building 2,500 housing units in State of the City address
Mayor Ben Walsh emphasized the progress of Syracuse Surge, discussing the plan and its goals to improve housing and infrastructure. Read more »
Hundreds volunteer at MLK Jr. Day of Service at Nottingham H.S.
Volunteers from around the city honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy on Monday by collecting and packing donations for those in need. Read more »
Common Council reaffirms commitment to housing crisis, public health, safety over winter break
The Syracuse City Common Council held two meetings over winter break. They addressed the housing crisis, lead poisoning and gun violence. Read more »
Upstate Medical starts investigation into swastika graffiti
A drawing of a swastika was found in an anatomy lab at SUNY Upstate Medical University. It is now investigating the incident. Read more »
Alexander Marion wants to put his prior experience to good use as Syracuse’s new auditor
Alexander Marion, a central New York native, said his prior experience in communication roles is a unique qualification for his new position. Read more »
Hundreds march for Palestine downtown, protest Jerry Seinfeld show
Hundreds gathered in downtown Syracuse for the "Shut it Down For Palestine" protest, marching from Clinton Square to the Landmark Theatre. Read more »
Local groups work to mitigate food deserts as I-81 demolition looms
With the reconstruction of Interstate 81, Syracuse could see a change in the food desert landscape by developing a new community grid. Read more »
Syracuse to revitalize abandoned properties for affordable housing
Bidding for the demolition of the 50-acre vacant property, which is located in the Westside neighborhood, will open soon. Read more »
Common Council authorizes grant application to transform 15th Ward
The SHA website says its primary goals of the redevelopment are to improve housing, quality of life and neighborhood safety and investment. Read more »
Syracuse man arrested for shooting Palestinian college students
A man who was arrested for allegedly shooting three college students of Palestinian descent in Vermont is from Syracuse. Read more »
Appellate court rejects Columbus Monument Corp.'s request for rehearing over downtown Columbus statue
The appellate court rejected the corporation's request to rehear its argument to keep the downtown Christopher Columbus statue intact Monday. Read more »
As overdose deaths rise, local community looks to expand prevention initiatives
Onondaga County joined other health organizations in the state to provide prevention and mental health resources during the ongoing crisis. Read more »
I-81 open forum welcomes South Valley to voice concerns, questions
Residents of the South Valley neighborhood attended an open house with NYSDOT to learn about the impacts of the I-81 community grid project. Read more »
Common Council approves payment in false-arrest lawsuit settlement
The Syracuse Common Council approved a payment for a false-arrest lawsuit and authorized an agreement to give schools resource officers. Read more »
Cannabis showcase on Marshall Street seeks to provide SU community with safe cannabis products
A new temporary cannabis growers showcase on Marshall Street opened its doors in September, offering the SU community a safer option for cannabis products. Read more »
