Fire destroys apartment, damages another at Syracuse townhouse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Three people are left without a home after a fire damaged two Syracuse apartments on Saturday. A spokesperson for Syracuse Fire Chief Michael Monds told NewsChannel 9 that a fire at Brighton Place Townhouses caused “extensive damage” to the apartment, though it did not spread further....
Summer wildfire smoke worsened asthma for children, say UVM researchers
A new study by researchers at the University of Vermont found that Canadian wildfire smoke has worsened asthma symptoms in children.
Gov. Hochul announces $300M to boost hospital health IT and cybersecurity across New York
New York (WRGB) — Governor Hochul announced more than $300 million in new state funding to support health care transformation projects aimed at improving health information technology and strengthening cybersecurity at hospitals across New York. The funding, awarded through the Statewide Health Care Facility...
Cannabis Chief of NY Resigns Amid Call From Governor Following Major Flop In Investigation
Reid is the second leader to be removed from leading the New York State Office of Cannabis Management. Felicia A.B. Reid, who led the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), abruptly resigned Dec. 8 following the flop of a shaky enforcement case against a Long Island-based marijuana company, Omnium...
FMCSA audit showed that 53% of sampled non-domiciled CDLs issued by New York were...
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy accused the state of New York of improperly issuing more than half of sampled non-domiciled non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs), indicating “a total collapse in the administration of New York’s CDL program.” FMCSA Audit Uncovers “Dereliction Of Duty” By New York...
Long Island postal worker accused of stealing gift cards from mail while on the...
The Suffolk County district attorney announced Friday they will charge a postal worker with stealing gift cards and greeting cards out of the mail.
Multiple Members of Theft Ring Busted for Allegedly Stealing Over $2 Million from More...
Authorities have recovered around $1.5 million of the stolen goods so far
Rosamond Gifford Zoo to Celebrate Holidays with the Animals Dec. 21
Animals at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo will unwrap their holiday gifts on Sunday, December 21 at the Holidays with the Animals enrichment event. Visitors are invited to watch an array of animal species – elephants, primates, and more – play with and/or eat the presents they receive throughout the day. The event is free...
Local artists transform Syracuse storefronts into holiday masterpieces
Downtown Syracuse is embracing the holiday spirit with vibrant storefront displays, thanks to the artistic talents of Ally Walker. Walker, who has painted nearly 30 local businesses, has turned her lifelong passion for art into a festive endeavor. "I started out painting with my grandfather when I was a kid,"...
Country singer to kick off 2026 tour dates in Syracuse
Country singer Dylan Scott will kick off his 2026 tour dates in Central New York. Scott will perform at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse on March 12, 2026, as part of his “Till I Can’t, I Will” tour dates. Special guest 12/OC will open the show at 7:30 p.m.
