Safety course required for New Yorkers to hit the water this summer
Boaters in New York state can't hit the water until they complete a four hour safety course
Syracuse celebrates World Refugee Day with flag-raising ceremony
Community members wave flags from around the world on the steps of Syracuse City Hall during a celebration of World Refugee Day.
Syracuse’s 69th Polish Festival celebrates culture, community, scholarships
Clinton Square is alive with the sounds of music, the smell of pierogies, and the spirit of tradition as the 69th annual Syracuse Polish Festival brings locals downtown this weekend.
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.