National Grid replacing underground cables after years of Sun Ridge power outages
TOWN OF ONONDAGA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — After years of repeated power outages, residents in the Sun Ridge neighborhood off Makyes Road say they’re frustrated, fed up and hoping National Grid’s latest repairs will finally put an end to the problem. For Rich Donegan, who has lived on Setting Sun Terrace for about 10 years, the […]
America’s Nicest Place Revealed: Small Northeast Village Makes A Big Difference
A small village with a big habit of helping others has earned a national honor for making kindness part of everyday life. Liverpool, New York, about 5 miles north of Syracuse, is Reader’s Digest’s Nicest Place in America for 2026. The magazine’s winning profile highlights residents whose generosity …
Onondaga Co. sheriff denies ‘influencing’ judge for pistol license for deputy with ‘criminal history’
An Onondaga County judge believes incumbent Onondaga County Sheriff Tobias Shelley, a Democrat running for re-election, inappropriately attempted to influence him after the judge rescinded a pistol permit for one of the sheriff's top deputies, according to a leaked memo from the local district attorney. In a letter provided to...
Syracuse, NY Weather Tonight: Rain Chances Jump to 75%
A cold front brings evening showers to Syracuse, Utica and Auburn after a warm, dry Thursday.
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Bail Scam
WAMPSVILLE, N.Y. -- Families of people held at Madison County Jail are being targeted in a new bail scam. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office reported that scammers are calling relatives of recently jailed individuals using a phone number not linked to the Sheriff’s Office. The scammer asks for...
Madison Co. Sheriffs: Three arrested in Wampsville shooting
WAMPSVILLE, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- Three men from the Mohawk Valley were arrested after an investigation into a shooting almost a year ago, according to a statement from Madison County Sheriffs. Sheriffs were called to Court Street in the Village of Wampsville in Madison County on Monday, November 10 of last...
City’s first nightlife coordinator, a Syracuse newbie, shares thoughts on role
Syracuse’s brand-new, first-ever nightlife coordinator is drinking more coffee these days. That’s because as she settles into the job, Dre’chir Whitfield is working more daytime hours than she’s used to. Soon though, she’ll slip into a schedule that will include more evening hours to meet with the bar, restaurant and venue owners who will guide her role.
Early voting waits in DeWitt have elections officials considering another eastside option next year
TOWN OF DEWITT, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Both Onondaga County elections commissioners were called to the early voting site at DeWitt Town Hall on Wednesday to check on complaints about long wait times. In addition to a record pace of early voting at the location, an incorrect ballot given to one voter and the time needed […]
New phone scam targets families of recently arraigned defendants in Onondaga County
The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office is warning neighbors of a recent phone scam that they are currently investigating. According to the Sheriff's Office, scammers are impersonating Sheriff's Office staff and targeting the families of individuals who have been recently arraigned and booked after arrest. How it works: scammers will call...
Downtown Syracuse eyes shuttles and signs ahead of I-81 Viaduct Project work
Syracuse city officials and the Downtown Committee met to discuss mitigation strategies, such as potential shuttles and improved signage, to assist businesses and visitors during upcoming I-81 construction projects.
