15 Slang Terms That Prove You Grew Up in New York
New York slang is a mash-up of subway stops, deli code, and geography debates that start with “what counts as Upstate?” and end with someone drawing a map on a napkin. If these feel obvious, you didn’t just visit—you’ve folded a slice on a windy corner and argued whether the Tapp will ever stop being the Tappan Zee.
Ghost Neighborhood In Upstate New York Reborn With Costco
After many years of planning and legal challenges, Costco is getting closer to replacing a "ghost neighborhood" in Upstate New York.
Spotting The Spotted Lanternfly In New York’s Southern Tier
Picture a bug with gray wings and red spots—it sounds like a cartoon, but it’s a real threat to our agriculture. Stay tuned.
Auburn Home Invasion Robbery Leads to Three Arrests
Three Suspects Arrested After Auburn Home Invasion Robbery I have to tell you, when I first read about what happened […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
12 Fulton City School District students left without one or both parents after raid
FULTON, N.Y. — Doug Lawrence, the Fulton City School District Superintendent, told the I-Team 12 students are impacted following an ICE raid at Nutrition Bar Confectioners in Cato. The ICE raid resulted in about 60 workers being taken, according to employees at the plant. One parent taken by ICE...
New York Braces For Strange Snow As Polar Vortex Looms
A strange polar vortex could dump snow across New York State earlier than expected. Experts say some areas may see unusual winter weather soon.
Before a Syracuse City School bus stops, drivers must deploy a series of signals,...
This week, the entire fleet of 200 Syracuse City School District buses began rolling with high-definition cameras capable of reading license plates and triggering traffic tickets if drivers break the law. WAER went along on the second day as buses headed out on the city’s south side to see if...
Another Tremor Reported in New York State
Yet another minor earthquake was detected in parts of New York state, according to reports.
DOCCS Commissioner addresses staffing and contraband in state prisons
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)—After the Wildcat strike ended in March, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision has been focusing on rebuilding staffing levels at state prisons. Commissioner Daniel Martuscello said while staffing levels are still in crisis, there’s been improvement. “We are...
Unexpected Alligator Sighting Sparks Alarm In New York
An alligator was just found lurking in New York State, sparking major safety concerns. Here’s what officials are now warning