Syracuse NY

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she is directing the New York State Power Authority (NYPA) to develop and construct a new nuclear plant in upstate New York.

Living in NYC pretty much has our bank accounts fighting for their lives–and the fact that NYC has the fifth biggest inflation problem in the U.S. certainly is not helping. Now what is helping (albeit, veryyy slightly) is those inflation stimulus checks –here’s when you’ll receive yours and how much you’ll...

New York State is sending out checks to millions of New Yorkers. Here's when yours will arrive and how much you can expect to get back. On Wednesday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul confirmed that nearly three million New Yorkers are set to receive a combined $2.2 billion in tax relief.

One fortunate New Yorker recently claimed a $5 million top prize in the New York Lottery’s 100X scratch-off game, according to the New York Lottery. Teresa Brzozowa took home a single lump sum payment of $2,051,011 after required withholdings. The winning ticket was purchased at the 7 Days Wine...

A beloved fixture in Central New York’s dining scene is about to turn the page. After serving up decades of memorable meals and community gatherings, a longtime local restaurant has officially been put on the market. This iconic spot, known for its warm atmosphere and loyal customers, is now...

Syracuse’s biggest jazz party returns for its 39th edition this week. The 2025 Syracuse International Jazz Festival runs from June 25-29 with a lineup that includes New Orleans great Trombone Shorty, three Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, swing, R&B and more. The music is priceless, and all of the Jazz Fest concerts are...

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Starting Wednesday, June 25, several roads will be temporarily closed to facilitate event setup, presentation and breakdown of the Syracuse International Jazz Fest. The Syracuse International Jazz Fest will take place in Clinton Square on Thursday, June 26, Friday, June 27 and Saturday,...

The village of Liverpool in Onondaga County had the highest full value tax rate in Central New York in 2024, according to data from the state comptroller’s office. The village’s full value tax rate of $11.95 per $1,000 of full taxable value was the highest in a five-county region of Central New York and No. 43...

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Three kids are recovering at Upstate University Hospital with gunshot wounds after Syracuse Police were called to the Northside of Syracuse for a reported shooting. When police arrived at the scene in the area of Hier Avenue and Knaul Street, they said they found a 9-year-old boy with a...

When Tony Buffa took Carolyn Lawson fishing on the Oneida River on their first date back in the early 1970s, she didn’t know what to expect. What began as a leisurely cruise turned into a perilous journey as they approached the Caughdenoy Dam. Lawson was afraid Buffa might drive the boat right over it.