Doctor says Auburn hospital fired him over safety concerns
Auburn Community Hospital ousted its chief anesthesiologist after he raised red flags about patient safety, according to The Citizen. Dr. Xi Yang’s attorney says he reported a surgeon for allegedly leaving operating rooms mid-surgery to meet other patients — possibly double-billing and violating safety protocols....
Woman sentenced to prison for a conspiracy to buy 52 guns in Georgia to...
Syracuse, N.Y. ― A woman was sentenced to prison Monday for conspiring to buy 52 guns in Georgia to sell in Syracuse in 2021. Veronica Williams, 38, was convicted of fourth-degree conspiracy, one count of criminal possession of a firearm and one count of third-degree criminal sale of a firearm after trial.
Community runs to honor Brexialee Torres-Ortiz at Syracuse Inner Harbor
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Dozens of runners gathered at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor this weekend to honor the life of 11-year-old Brexialee “Brexi” Torres-Ortiz, who was tragically killed in January 2023. The 2K Peace Run for Brexi celebrated the sixth grader’s spirit while bringing together families, friends, and supporters from...
AAA: Gas prices continue to trend lower, good indicators in near future
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.13, down one cent from last Monday. One year ago, the price was $3.17. The New York State average is $3.18, down two cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.23. AAA...
17 People, Including from Oneida County, Indicted in Large New York Drug Trafficking Case
SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- A major drug trafficking network distributing dangerous substances across Central New York has been dismantled, leading to the indictment of 17 individuals, including six local residents. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the charges, which stem from an investigation by the Office of...
USPS Announces Massive Changes to Post Offices In New York
Post offices across New York State are going to look very different.
New movie about Syracuse University alumnus breaks a box office record, but not a...
A new movie about a Syracuse University alumnus just broke a box office record — but not one the filmmakers likely wanted. “The Smashing Machine,” a biopic starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as former Syracuse wrestler Mark Kerr, opened in theaters this weekend with just $6 million across 3,345 theaters. It was third...
Hudson River Hit With Largest Toxic Bloom In 40 Years
The Hudson River is facing its largest toxic algae bloom in decades, with officials warning everyone to avoid.
Man found with serious stab wound outside former Syracuse church
Syracuse, N.Y. ― A man was found Monday afternoon with a severe stab wound outside a former church on Syracuse’s South Side. Around 1:54 p.m., a man with a stab wound to his abdomen was found on the steps of the former South Presbyterian Church, at 2110 S. Salina St., Syracuse Police spokesperson Kieran Coffey said.
See brother confront the man who fatally shot his pregnant sister (video)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The brother of a woman killed in an accidental shooting confronted her killer in court on Friday. Maurice Giles, 31, fatally shot his pregnant girlfriend, 27-year-old Kimberlin Gatewood, by accident with an illegal handgun in their home at 1521 S. State St. on May 3, 2024.
