Syracuse teachers and civil rights groups express concern over ICE related fears
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — As U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, makes its way into Central New York, the Syracuse City school district has set up guidelines when for their faculty and staff when it comes to what to do if ICE comes to a school. The Syracuse Teachers...
Lenox police seek help identifying individual in local business incident
LENOX — The Lenox Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying a person involved in an incident at a local business. Authorities have not released details about the nature of the incident but are urging anyone with information about the individual’s identity...
Asking Eric: Yes, I have free time; no, I don’t want to spend it...
Dear Eric: My family lives in a small apartment building and we really enjoy our neighbors. However, there is one issue that rears its head around holidays that I’m unsure of how to address without potentially offending these good neighbors. Our family doesn’t travel very...
Kaitlyn Conley gets manslaughter charge overturned
The Sauquoit woman who allegedly poisoned her boss in 2015 has had her conviction overturned.
Calls for Transparency in Syracuse City Government
Councilor Chol Majok Demands Accountability Amid Fiscal Allegations. Syracuse, NY — January 31, 2025 — Dr. Chol Majok, Syracuse Common Councilor At-Large and candidate for Mayor, has voiced strong concerns over recent allegations surrounding financial mismanagement in the city...
Assemblymember Pamela Hunter discusses Speaker Pro Tempore role, impact for CNY constituents
In week four of the legislative session, Syracuse Assemblymember Pamela Hunter is settling into her new role as Speaker Pro Tempore of the state Assembly after being appointed to the position by Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. The Speaker Pro Tempore is often called the voice of...
East Adams Neighborhood project to move ahead with environmental review and design plans
The City of Syracuse is lining up funding for environmental and design plans in ongoing preparation for a massive neighborhood redevelopment project. The 27-square block East Adams project aims to build 1,400 new public housing units and improve neighborhood amenities. There...
Syracuse City School District creates policies in anticipation of potential I.C.E visit
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse City School District has created policies in anticipation of potential interaction with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), or Federal Agents. CNY Central obtained the guidance given to staff members,...
Vacant house fire forces family out of its own home twice, highlighting a Syracuse...
Syracuse, N.Y. — Lasasha Lemons-Taylor was first forced out of her Syracuse home in June 2023 after squatters started a fire in a vacant house next door. Her family stayed in a hotel for nearly four months before they could move back in. This fall, Lemons-Taylor was forced out...
Urgent Manhunt in New York: If Spotted Do Not Approach This Individual
New York State Police warn the public of a suspect that is on the loose and is considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS! If you spot this individual DO NOT APPROACH! Call 911 immediately!. Following a Trooper pursuit that started in Auburn, NY and ended near Exit B1 of the New York...