Food Recovery Network struggles to save, deliver dinners to local community
Following SU dining halls' cutbacks on food waste, the Food Recovery Network is struggling to provide meals to the nine community organizations it donates to Read more »
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Mayor Ben Walsh releases $294 million city budget proposal for 2023 fiscal year
But Walsh said in the presentation that under his proposal for fiscal year 2023, which will last from July 2022 to June 2023, the city will be running a deficit. Read more »
Residents of Aspen Syracuse frustrated about living conditions
Aspen Syracuse residents complained about crime, violence and maintenance issues for months, but are now starting to take action. Read more »
These 5 SU students aren’t spending spring break at a resort
While some Syracuse University students will be by the beach or at an all-inclusive resort next week, these SU students have found unique ways to spend their spring break. Read more »
THE ONE: Joe Biden's 1st wife Neilia Biden shaped his life, career while at Syracuse
One of the most significant stories about Joe Biden is the lesser-told one about his first wife Neilia. Using the same tactics she practiced on her students, the CNY native mentored Biden during the time in Syracuse together. Read more »
Syracuse businesses persist, adapt amid omicron outbreak
Syracuse's local businesses have faced pandemic-related obstacles at the beginning of the year, given the spread of the omicron variant. Read more »
City of Syracuse plans for increased surveillance, technology oversight
The order defines guidelines for bias prevention, privacy standards and honest representation. Read more »
Lack of funding, staff shortage strains Vera House operations
Vera House, an organization that offers emergency shelter, advocacy and counseling for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse, is facing a financial crisis. Read more »
Syracuse nonprofit advocates for charter school operated by people of color
The 100 Black Men of Syracuse, a nonprofit advocacy group, held an education forum in the South Side Innovation Center at 2610 S. Salina St. on Saturday. Read more »
2 years into the pandemic, Syracuse houses of worship grapple with change
Religious organizations in Syracuse provided vital support to communities during the pandemic despite closed doors. Now, they’re navigating a gradual reopening process. Read more »
Anthony Broadwater's wrongful rape conviction shows need for justice system reform
The justice system bears responsibility for Broadwater’s wrongful conviction. It failed on multiple fronts, through the use of outdated and inaccurate tactics. Read more »
‘The Lovely Bones’ author Alice Sebold apologizes to man exonerated for her rape
Broadwater’s conviction was based on evidence from Sebold’s recognition of Broadwater and analysis of hair found at the scene. The hair analysis is now largely regarded to be a flawed and inaccurate forensic tool. Read more »
The Syracuse Christmas tree lighting returns after a 1-year hiatus
The general admission fee is $5, while children 12 and under and seniors (55 and older) will be charged $3. Skate rentals are $5. Read more »
Election day in Onondaga County sees lowest voter turnout since 2015
An estimated 30% to 31% of Onondaga County voters turned in ballots during the 2021 elections, the lowest rate since 2015. Read more »
Ben Walsh wins reelection in Syracuse mayoral race, defeats Khalid Bey
Incumbent Ben Walsh was reelected for a second term as Syracuse's first Independent mayor. Read more »
Democrats sweep Syracuse Common Council, school board races
Syracuse elected 3 new Common Council members, all Democrats, and Onondaga County reshuffled its legislature. Read more »
Agreement with city would allow SU to repair Thornden, Walnut Parks
An agreement between the city and Syracuse University would permit the university to maintain and improve Walnut and Thornden parks subject to approval by the city’s Commissioner of Parks. Read more »
Students’ unwarranted criticism of DPS, SPD is unproductive
The misguided attempts to reform DPS and SPD mirror those of the national anti-police movement in nearly every way, including their counterproductivity. Read more »
Common Council will appropriate $1.2 million to improving parks, public safety
Mayor Ben Walsh commended Common Council on their approval of appropriating $1.2 million in funds from the American Rescue Plan Act for parks, public safety and digital infrastructure. Read more »
Ben Walsh maintains fundraising lead in Syracuse mayoral race
Heading towards Election day on November 2, Mayor Ben Walsh has raised more than four times as much money than his Democratic opponent Khalid Bey. Read more »
Presentation explores how redlining, I-81 led to housing segregation in Syracuse
The presentation, titled “Historical Conventions: How We Got Where We Are,” explored how people living in the 15th Ward were impacted by issues such as redlining. Read more »
Ben Walsh announces campaign platform including housing policy, police reform
The “Plan to Keep Rising” provides details on policy proposals he has mentioned throughout his campaign. Read more »
Mayor Walsh, Councilor Bey clash over $4.5 million Syracuse sidewalk policy
Sidewalk repairs began this past July at the corner of Tioga Street and Marcellus Street, but there are plans to construct and repair up to 20 miles of new or currently-existing sidewalks. Read more »
Common Council approves new acai bowl restaurant in Westcott neighborhood
An acai bowl and smoothie restaurant will be coming to Westcott, as Syracuse Common Council approved its permit at its Tuesday meeting. Read more »
