Police release name of electric scooter rider who died crashing into utility pole
GRANBY, N.Y. — The New York State Police identified the man who died after crashing his electric scooter last week. The state police identified the deceased as Dylan C. Scheller, 31, of Skaneateles, N.Y. Emergency crews responded to the crash on State Route 48 at Melrose Avenue in the...
Gas prices continue to fall after holiday travel rush
Drivers are seeing some relief at the pump following the busy Fourth of July travel weekend. AAA Western and Central New York reports the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Syracuse is $4.16, down 8 cents from a week ago. The New York average fell 6 cents to $4.06, while the national average dropped 6 cents t
Two taken to hospital after Sunday night house fire in Camillus
CAMILLUS, N.Y. — Two people were taken to the hospital on Sunday evening after a house fire in Camillus. According to fire officials, crews arrived around 8:45 p.m. and found heavy fire on the second floor. Firefighters immediately began attacking it and were able to get the flames under control within nine minutes.
New York Warns Of Torrential Rain And Flooding Across Region
The Hudson Valley is bracing for a treacherous day on the roads.
New York Teachers’ Unions Latest Lawsuit to Limit School Choice
The New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) and the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) have filed another lawsuit aimed at limiting educational options for New York families and restricting innovation. Last month, NYSUT and the UFT sued the State University of New York, a charter authorizer, to prevent the transfer of
New Yorker Hospitalized After Shark Attack In Empire State
A New York man was rushed to the hospital after being attacked by a shark at a popular beach.
Uncle Giuseppe’s accelerates Long Island growth with two new stores
The Italian specialty grocer will open a new location in Greenvale on Aug. 14 and plans to launch a second store in Levittown during the fourth quarter, according to co-founder and CEO Carl DelPrete
‘Yes, this does suck’: NYC health officials brace for new Medicaid work rules
Newly appointed Health Commissioner Dr. Alister Martin speaks at a press conference on Jan. 31, 2026, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani in the background. The new city budget includes $3M for hiring community health workers to help people navigate the changes. [ more › ]
Saturday night Cicero house fire displaces two teens, two adults
Four people were displaced after a house fire in Cicero, NY on July 4th, which was caused by a garage fire that extended into the house, and an investigation is ongoing.
NY DFS issues new guidelines for auto insurers
ALBANY | The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has issued new guidance to insurers, implementing reforms enacted in the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget to help bring down the cost of auto insurance rates and combat fraudulent claims across New York State. The enacted budget delivers sweeping reforms...
