Syracuse receives $1 million grant for urban forestry, development
The funding will build on Syracuse’s Urban Forestry Master Plan from 2019 to plant trees and increase youth education and job training. Read more »
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Syracuse police brutality protest demands local leaders take accountability
Local residents marched in protest of police brutality on Monday afternoon to demand justice for the two teenagers who were shot by an Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Read more »
Syracuse will bring a new monument to Kirk Park dedicated to veterans of color
The monument’s main purpose is to honor and raise awareness about the sacrifices Syracuse veterans of color have made for their country. Read more »
Syracuse’s Common Council approves new infrastructure grants in the downtown area
The grants include funds for the revitalization of South Salina St., Neighborhood Access and Equity initiatives and the I-81 viaduct project. Read more »
'Run the Redline' sheds light on the prevalence of redlining, urban renewal projects
Participants ran along the path of redlining that federal and local government officials implemented to divide the city of Syracuse’s racial communities. Read more »
Syracuse Housing Authority to request $145 million grant targeting the 15th ward
SHA plans to reverse the 15th ward back into the close community it was before, as well as addressing poverty and safety concerns. Read more »
Mayor Walsh, Common Council seek greater oversight of tobacco retailers through new legislation
The Syracuse Common Council passed new regulations aimed to crack down on smoke shops selling tobacco and vaping products to underage customers. Read more »
Gallery: Syracuse first responders gather for 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Syracuse community members gathered at Forman Park for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Read more »
City of Syracuse reflects, honors lives lost at 9/11 remembrance ceremony
The ceremony included a 17-minute moment of silence to represent when the North and South towers were struck. Read more »
Caring Family Health Nurse Practitioners primary care opens doors to the public
With a lack of primary health care, a new clinic opened their doors to the community to provide people with the care they need. Read more »
Common Council meets to celebrate former president Van B. Robinson
The Syracuse Common Council showed appreciation to their president, Van B. Robinson, by naming its chambers after him. Read more »
‘Strength from solidarity:’ Workers from TCG player's union rally at NY State Fair
TCGplayer workers gather with other labor unions at the New York State Fair to fight for fair treatment and policies from their employers. Read more »
Destiny USA installs license plate reading cameras in an effort to reduce crime
Destiny USA is working with Syracuse police and a surveillance technology company through installing new cameras aimed at reducing crime in the mall. Read more »
Local union chapters use Labor Day to inform, recruit at the New York State Fair
Unions across Central New York set up booths on Monday to increase recruitment and awareness of opportunities in the Syracuse area. Read more »
NYCLU opposes city's request for ownership of I-81 land
City officials said they'll prioritize affordable housing and economic growth with the land, but the NYCLU is concerned about displacement. Read more »
Clinton Street Parking Garage code violations open for multiple years
Sixteen code violations highlighting structural integrity issues at the Clinton Street Parking Garage remain open years after being originally filed. Read more »
Hungry Chuck's up for lease, only open for special events
The building that houses Hungry Chuck’s is officially up for lease, Christopher Snyder of University Hill Realty confirmed with The Daily Orange. The bar will… Read more »
Columbus Monument Corp. will appeal ruling that would allow Syracuse to proceed with statue removal
Now that the city can continue toward the removal of the Christopher Columbus statue, there is potential for future legal action when the administrative approval process is complete. Read more »
Chuck Schumer, Kathy Hochul attend official groundbreaking for I-81 Viaduct Project
The $2.25 billion Interstate 81 Viaduct Project will replace the Almond Street viaduct with a community grid of surface-level streets and a business loop. Read more »
Syracuse's first legal cannabis dispensary opens in Armory Square
The New York State Office of Cannabis Management confirmed that FlynnStoned will be the largest cannabis shop in the state. Read more »
NYC files lawsuit against Onondaga County for refusing asylum seekers
The lawsuit, filed Wednesday by New York City, names Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon and other state county officials for refusal to accept asylum seekers. Read more »
Syracuse air declared ‘hazardous’ due to Canada wildfires
Syracuse experienced one of the worst air qualities in the northeastern U.S. on Wednesday following an outbreak of fires in Canada. Read more »
Syracuse teens arrested for stealing Manlius swans, killing 1
Three teenagers faces grand larceny and criminal mischief charges after allegedly stealing a female swan and her four offspring from a Manlius swan pond. Read more »
YWCA hosts fifth annual “Walk to End Racism” in Syracuse
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon joined alongside other community residents for the fifth annual walk. Read more »
