Syracuse STEAM school to open its doors with construction still left to be done
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Syracuse City School District’s new STEAM High School prepares to welcome ninth graders back to the classroom, but they look different from what they’re used to. The new school, designed to teach Syracuse City School kids science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, begins on...
FOUND: Syracuse Police need help in finding missing man with dementia
Update as of 1 pm, September 4, 2025: Thanks to a tip from the public, Nay Kay has been located and found safe. The Syracuse Police Department appreciates all of the public’s help with this matter. Original story: SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)– The Syracuse Police Department is asking for the public’s help for a missing...
Employees: Around 60 workers detained in federal operation in Cato
CATO, N.Y. — Employees of Nutrition Bar Confectioners in Cato said dozens of workers were detained in a federal operation on Thursday. There has been a heavy law enforcement presence on Route 34 in Cato. The family-owned company produces nutrition bars, protein bars and meal replacement bars among other packaged goods.
Onondaga County passes 7% room occupancy tax on short-term rentals
Onondaga County is implementing a 7% room occupancy tax on hotels, Airbnb's and VRBO's to raise funds for infrastructure and promote tourism in the area.
New movie filming in Syracuse seeks extras for key scene: ‘They are essential’
A new indie movie filming in Central New York is seeking extras for a key scene. “The Sentinel,” written and directed by filmmaker and actor Joe Cunningham, is a new project centered on a combat veteran struggling to care for his young son while dealing with severe PTSD. At least 50 extras are needed for the film’s...
Incoming Syracuse City Schools Superintendent promises to give community a voice
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — At the ribbon cutting for the new Syracuse STEAM regional High School, the I-Team heard from Pamela Odom, who pledged to give the community a voice when she starts her term on Nov. 1. "We're going to continue to partner with the community," said Odom, who...
Dozens detained during ICE operations in NY: Hochul
The Cayuga County Sheriff's Office assisted Homeland Security in a criminal investigation at the Nutrition Bar Manufacturers plant in Cato, NY.
‘It hasn’t been easy’: Troopers call on Governor Hochul to sign the Critical Incident...
BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — New York State Troopers respond to some of the most difficult situations, from traumatic accidents to violent crimes, but some say the toll it’s taking on their mental health is a major problem. However, Albany lawmakers approved a Critical Incident bill that would provide mental health relief.
Syracuse speed cameras now in use
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It is the first day of school for the Syracuse City School District, which means the next phase of Mayor Ben Walsh’s school zone traffic enforcement program is in full swing. The speed cameras, located near Syracuse schools, are officially turned on. The Dietrich family, who live near...
With school back in session, Syracuse begins second phase of school zone safety program
As school starts in the city of Syracuse this week, people driving near schools should be aware of the city's new efforts to keep streets safe. This week begins the next phase of a school zone traffic enforcement program. Mayor Ben Walsh said that means speed and red-light cameras will be operating to help protect...