Helping Hands Dog Rescue Seeks Homes for 42 Arriving Dogs
Helping Hands Dog Rescue is searching for adopters as 42 dogs are set to arrive in Syracuse on Friday (March 21). The rescue says these canines, ranging in age from seven months to two years, come in a mix of breeds and are looking for permanent homes. Each dog will be up-to-date on vaccinations and microchipped...
Man accused of using AI to file false report against Cicero Police
CICERO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A 51-year-old man from Mallory has been charged after allegedly using AI to falsify a claim made to the Cicero Police Department. On March 13, 51-year-old Brent Hubbard reached out to the Cicero Police Department through an email addressed to the chief, saying that his vehicle had been...
A new ‘swing’ for Syracuse nights: Five Iron opens amid mayor’s push for late-night...
SYRACUSE, NY (NCC News) —In Mayor Sharon Owen’s first State of the City, she emphasized the need to revitalize Syracuse’s nightlife scene for the younger generations of the city. According to Syracuse.com, Owens said, “That population wants a place in Syracuse. They see the possibilities of Syracuse...
Driver charged after troopers find 180,000 untaxed cigarettes in vehicle
SULLIVAN, N.Y. — The New York State Police pulled over a driver who had around 180,000 untaxed cigarettes in his vehicle. The state police charged Mohamed H. Alawdi, 30, of Utica, N.Y. with violating New York State tax law 1814(c)(2), a felony. The police said on March 13, around...
Syracuse driver charged with manslaughter almost 6 years after hit-and-run
Syracuse, N.Y. — A Syracuse man has now been charged with manslaughter after a 24-year-old died nearly six years after being critically injured in a hit-and-run crash on the city’s East Side. Nahgene “Chewy” Jevon Wright died Dec. 28, 2025 from complications linked to injuries he suffered in...
Firefighter injured battling house fire on Putnam Street in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A Syracuse Firefighter was injured battling a house fire on Putnam Street on Wednesday. The house, which caught fire before 5 p.m., sustained heavy damage. Most of the home's outside walls were charred black by smoke and flames. A neighboring house appeared to have its sides warped by heat.
Syracuse man uses chess to teach children critical thinking skills
The Masterminds Chess Club is passing down knowledge to the younger generation in Syracuse. The club meets every Friday at the Salt City Market. During the lessons, students get to play against each other or, in some cases, against the instructors. John Elliot, one of multiple instructors for the chess...
State of Emergency declared in NY: Gov. Hochul
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Gov. Kathy Hochul took to X to announce a State of Emergency for counties impacted by the winter storm. A travel advisory has been issued in New York City as a winter storm is expected to dump up to 10 inches of snow across the tri-state area on Friday. The city’s winter weather […]
The Luckiest Places to Buy a Lottery Ticket in The State of New York
Based on historic jackpot sales, current lucky streaks, and high-volume payouts, here are the "luckiest" places to try your fortune in the Empire State. New York's most significant wins are often found in the metropolitan area, creating instant legends out of humble neighborhood stores. The All-Time Champion: Liberty...
New Yorkers Dealing With Unusual Symptoms From COVID Variant
A new COVID variant is now spreading in New York and it’s not acting like the others. Doctors say these unexpected symptoms could be the first warning signs.
