A Vietnam War veteran takes on a new battle
More than 5 million Americans took part in protests against the Trump administration on Saturday — including one Vietnam War veteran whose story is 75 years in the making.
Dewitt celebrates Juneteenth amid national push back on DEI
For many in attendance, the event wasn’t just about celebration, it was about standing firm in the face of political pushback.
Turning celebration into civic action: How Syracuse’s Juneteenth celebration became a launchpad for change
Community focused festivals like Juneteenth provide a strategic opportunity for grassroots organizations to mobilize civic action. These events naturally attract residents who are deeply connected to their cultural identity and…
Syracuse Police Department ramps up enforcement on illegal ATV riding
This year, three details of the Syracuse Police Department have resulted in eight ATVs being taken, six local law arrests and more than 15 traffic citations issued.
CNY native gives back to Syracuse through visual art
A visual artist is creating a mural to honor one of Syracuse's basketball legends.
Central New York food banks brace for impact of ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Central New York Food banks – which help people apply for SNAP benefits — are bracing for how cutbacks to SNAP could impact the aid they provide to the food…
Harriet Tubman’s influence is still felt in Auburn for Juneteenth
Tubman is a figure that brings the Auburn community together everyday but especially on Juneteenth.
Syracuse Boat Tours expands in second season, highlights Erie Canal history
Syracuse Boat Tours is entering its second season with a new boat and expanded routes that highlight Central New York’s waterways and history. The tours offer residents a chance to…
House v. NCAA: The case that sets the landscape for NIL in college athletics
The NIL landscape for college athletics continues to change. The House v. NCAA changes the way athletes are allowed to recieve money.
Multimedia exhibit highlights art as an act of liberation
A new art exhibit at Light Works has helped underscore the importance of art as an act of liberation for Black and Indigenous communities.