Southern fast-casual restaurant expanding to Albany market
After its most successful year of business, a fast-casual southern restaurant chain announced it will be moving into New York. According to an announcement from the chain, Chicken Salad Chick signed a 25-unit development deal aimed at introducing the chicken salad business to markets across the state, including Albany.
Syracuse Woman Yet to Answer Charges Regarding Substance Brought into Mohawk Correctional Facility
ROME, N.Y. -- A woman accused of bringing dangerous substances into Mohawk Correctional Facility has not yet appeared in court to answer charges. Shondrea Taylor, of Syracuse, failed to show up in Rome City Court nearly six weeks ago, leading a judge to issue a warrant for her arrest. New...
Julia Wolf to perform free concert at CNY’s Paper Mill Island
A rising star in alternative pop music is coming to Central New York. Julia Wolf will perform Wednesday, June 17, at the Paper Mill Island Amphitheater in Baldwinsville. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. with opening act Clove. Admission is free, but tickets are required. A limited numer of...
Inside the Onondaga County Legislature’s new majority Pt. 1
Central Current · Inside the Onondaga County Legislature's new majority Pt. 1. Editor’s Note: This podcast reflects the opinions and perspectives of the host and guests and is not a product of our editorial staff, including Central Current’s editors and reporters. The program may be edited in post-production for length
Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief Tours Central New York
The replica merchant vessel brings living history to Little Falls and Rome as a floating classroom. The Living History of the Mohawk Valley Welcomes a Legend. The iconic Erie Canal boat Seneca Chief, a meticulously crafted, community-built wooden replica of the historic vessel that opened America’s western frontier, is
Syracuse officials want your opinions on new playground designs for 3 city parks
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse residents can give feedback at meetings set this month to discuss potential playground projects in three city neighborhoods. The city will hold meetings at Barry Park in the University Neighborhood, Elmwood Park in Elmwood and Cummings Field in Eastwood. The city’s Department of Parks, Recreat
Pregnant Inmate Captured Minutes After Escaping Crouse Hospital
A pregnant inmate being treated at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse was captured by police just minutes after escaping from the custody of an Onondaga County Sheriff's deputy Monday evening.
Rapper sues Kid Cudi after being fired from tour, including Syracuse concert
A rapper is suing Kid Cudi after being fired from his tour, including next week’s concert in Syracuse. M.I.A. filed a lawsuit seeking $2.8 million in damages from Kid Cudi and Live Nation, according to Variety. The “Paper Planes” hitmaker was kicked off Cudi’s Rebel Ragers Tour for “offensive remarks” during her openin
Syracuse police ask public for help finding wanted man after dispute
Syracuse, N.Y. — Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a Syracuse man wanted on criminal charges after a domestic incident. The Syracuse Police Department is searching for Lwe Moo, 31, who is wanted on several charges stemming from a domestic incident, Sgt. Thomas Blake, a department spokesperson, said Tu
Fewer drivers caught by Syracuse school zone cameras, but only a fraction are paying...
It’s been seven months since cameras began catching drivers speeding through Syracuse school zones or passing stopped school buses. More drivers are now following the law, but those who don’t may face stiffer penalties in the future. Since enforcement began in early November, Craig Witmer with the city’s...

















