Biden to announce upstate New York as Investing in America ‘Workforce Hub’
The hub, which will focus on semiconductor manufacturing, is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda. Read more »
County
Local law enforcement, officials identify 2 officers fatally shot Sunday
Michael Jensen and Michael Hoosock were killed during a shootout with a suspect following a routine "suspicious vehicle" investigation. Read more »
Pretrial detainee sues Onondaga County Sheriff's Office over excessive force
Nyquest Allen, a man in pretrial detention, is suing the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office and three deputies for use of excessive force. Read more »
NY WFP's new leadership is looking to create change in central New York
The progressive political party seeks to be an alternative choice for voters and aims to represent the needs of “every day” voters. Read more »
DPS reports 6 incidents of ‘off-campus crime’ since Friday
The incidents occurred on Ostrom Avenue, Stratford Street and Comstock Avenue between Friday and Monday, DPS reported in a Tuesday email. Read more »
Center for Policy Research discusses Micron's economic, environmental impacts
SU’s Center for Policy Research hosted a panel discussion to discuss the economic and sustainability impacts of Micron's investment in central New York. Read more »
McMahon, Kinne debate county issues leading up to next week's elections
Bill Kinne and Ryan McMahon debated about topics such as money investments and community engagement at the Onondaga County Executive Debate. Read more »
Carrie Ingersoll-Wood campaigns for economic development, city-wide accessibility
Carrie Ingersoll-Wood, the Director of the Disability Cultural Center at Syracuse University, is running for Onondaga County Legislature. Read more »
Masterpole, Jordan discuss campaigns for Onondaga County Comptroller
Incumbent Democrat Marty Masterpole and Republican Casey Jordan will compete for the position of Onondaga County Comptroller this November. Read more »
Brown, Moodie discuss city policies in Westcott community forum
The two candidates are hoping to represent the 15th district of the Onondaga County Legislature, which includes Syracuse University's South Campus. Read more »
Maurice Brown, Moise Moodie share platforms ahead of Onondaga County’s 15th district race
While neither has served in public office, Brown and Moodie explained how their unique backgrounds can translate into representing voters in the county. Read more »
Kinne v. McMahon: The race for Onondaga County Executive begins
Candidates Ryan McMahon and Bill Kinne will run against each other for the position of Onondaga County Executive in November. Read more »
Onondaga County Sheriff confirms police are looking into changing body cam protocol at Town Hall
Shelley confirmed that Onondaga County police are looking into changing existing policies for body cameras after a deputy killed two teenagers on Sept. 6. Read more »
NYS OASAS Announces New Opioid Treatment Program in Auburn
The new opioid treatment program in Cayuga County offers counseling, peer services and medication, including methadone. Read more »
Syracuse-area libraries are seeing the benefits from Sen. Rachel May's funding increase
The funding State Senator Rachel May secured was allocated to 14 libraries across the three counties she represents for construction projects. Read more »
New inclusive initiative program aims to teach entrepreneurial skills to students with disabilities
The new program is coming to fruition with a $50,000 partnership from New York state Senator John Mannion, which Syracuse University matched in support. Read more »
Attorney General releases video of Onondaga County deputy shooting 2 teens
The New York State Attorney General's Office of Special Investigations released video footage of an Onondaga County Sheriff's deputy shooting 2 teens. Read more »
Onondaga County deputy kills 2 teenagers in altercation
A deputy from the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed two teenagers in North Syracuse during an alternation early Wednesday morning. Read more »
Where, when to vote in Syracuse general elections
On the ballot this fall are candidates for Onondaga County Executive, Onondaga County Legislature, Syracuse City Auditor and Syracuse Common Councilors. Read more »
Brandon Williams announces re-election campaign for NY-22
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. Rep. Brandon Williams announced his re-election campaign standing between Syracuse… Read more »
Adam Weitsman settles with Federal Government after lawsuit regarding air pollution
The complaint requests that the court mandate Weitsman and Upstate Shredding “take other appropriate actions to remedy, mitigate, and offset the harm to public health and the environment caused by the violations.” Read more »
In line with Micron partnership, Onondaga CC introduces new tech degree programs
Onondaga Community College announced two new programs, one associate's degree and one certificate, in electromechanical technology to prepare students for work with Micron. Read more »
SU joins Schumer, Micron's new chip workforce training network of over 20 institutions
Over 20 higher education institutions and stakeholders in the northeastern U.S. will join to facilitate workforce training for the semiconductor industry. Read more »
North Syracuse Central School District’s CRSSA funding set to expire in September
The North Syracuse Central School District will face challenges after CRRSA Act federal COVID-19 relief funding ends in September. Read more »
