Primary day in Central New York sparks debate over voter access
As polls open across Central New York for Tuesday’s primary, the spotlight isn’t just on the candidates —it's also on the way the election system works, and who gets to…
Central New York battles extreme heat
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory from Sunday afternoon through Tuesday evening. It's a situation that New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday was not normal.
National Grid races to restore power after tornado
“Everyone should be taken care of by the end of the day Tuesday,” National Grid representative Jared Paventi said. “No one wants to be without power, we get it. We’re…
Despite national push back, DEI programs at Syracuse University remain firm
SYRACUSE, N.Y (NCC News) - As debates over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs intensify across the country, Syracuse University is holding firm in its support. Recent executive orders from…
Which fireworks are legal in New York state?
With the Fourth of July rapidly approaching, firework sales are on the rise. But what is legal in New York?
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…