Rabid Bats Warnings Issued After Residents Attacked In New York
Multiple New Yorkers were forced to undergo urgent medical treatments after coming into contact with rabid bats.
State police seek public’s help IDing person suspected of making fraudulent credit card withdrawals...
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The New York State Police is looking for the public’s help to find a fraud suspect. A person was observed making alleged fraudulent withdrawals from a victim’s credit card at an ATM at Walgreens on James Street in Syracuse in July 2025, according to a statement from the state police. Anyone [
Prosecutor pushes for criminal charges against prison guards in N.Y. who witness inmate abuse
Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick is proposing legislation that would criminally charge law enforcement officers who fail to stop colleagues from using excessive force against inmates, according to Syracuse.com. The proposed Duty to Intervene and Accountability Act would require corrections officers
TRAFFIC: Planned lane closures along I-481 in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Drivers, make sure you account for this upcoming closure, as it may impact your commute. I-481 southbound will be reduced to one lane between Exit 81 (Brighton Avenue/Downtown Syracuse) and Interstate 81 southbound, in Syracuse, according to the state transportation department. Work will begi
New York state comptroller race 2026: Meet the candidates
New Yorkers will vote in a competitive Democratic primary for state comptroller, a powerful role that oversees state finances, audits agencies and manages the public pension fund. Incumbent Thomas DiNapoli is running on his long tenure and support from labor unions, while challengers Raj Goyle and Drew Warshaw are camp
Truck driver hits railroad bridge over Park Street in Syracuse, rips roof off trailer...
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — When a tractor-trailer hit the railroad bridge over Park Street, the driver took off, a spokesperson for the Syracuse Police Department confirmed to NewsChannel 9. Just before 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, a 911 caller reported the crash, claiming the bridge tore off the...
USDA issues disaster declaration for Long Island oyster farmers after severe winter
The winter's deep freeze wiped out 30 percent of the oysters, leading to millions of dollars in losses.
New York Person Accused of Shooting at Car During Road Rage Incident Won’t Face...
An individual in Manlius, New York, will not face any charges after being accused of shooting at a car during a road rage incident. Other individuals involved, however, will face charges in connection with a ... Read more
Tractor trailer hits bridge in Syracuse and keeps going with roof peeled back
Syracuse, N.Y. — A tractor trailer hit the Park Street bridge Tuesday morning, and the driver left the scene with the trailer roof peeled back, police said. Around 9:11 a.m., officers received a 911 call reporting a tractor trailer hit the bridge, according to Onondaga County 911 Center dispatches. The caller said the
Harry’s Sweet Treats owner retires after 38 years: ‘It’s just time’
Syracuse, N.Y. — For generations of families in Eastwood and Syracuse’s eastern suburbs, summer meant a trip to Harry’s Sweet Treats for soft serve, hard ice cream and a conversation with owner Harry Leonardo. Now, after 38 years in business, Leonardo has decided it’s time to retire....

















