What to know about new laws in NYC and the state in 2026
New York City and the state will enact several new laws in 2026, primarily pertaining to employment, health care and consumer protection.
This Onondaga County town just slashed the salary for its supervisor. He says that’s...
Salina, N.Y. - The supervisors in four of Onondaga County’s largest towns are getting raises this year, one by as much as 10%. There, incoming Supervisor Raul Huerta convinced the town board to slash his salary by nearly 34%, even before he took office. Huerta, 75, is a retired...
Five injured in knife fight in Armory Square on New Year’s, Syracuse police say
Syracuse, N.Y. - Five people were injured, four of them stabbed, during a fight in Armory Square early New Year’s Day, Syracuse police say. Five men were hospitalized after officers working the Armory Square detail encountered a fight, according to Sgt. Thomas Blake, a spokesperson for Syracuse police. Two...
Bayberry family spends two days shoveling after heavy snow
TOWN OF CLAY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — After a heavy round of snow, many neighborhoods across Central New York are still digging out, including Bayberry. For the Reeves family, the snow didn’t just fall and disappear; it piled up. Turning their driveway and sidewalks into a two-day project. They spent much of Tuesday, Dec....
New Law Would Require Teaching About January 6th Insurrection In New York Schools
As the fifth anniversary of January 6 approaches, schools may soon be teaching a pivotal moment in our democracy's story.
Onondaga County will begin distributing bottled water amid regional emergency
MANLIUS, N.Y. — A week and a half into the ongoing water emergency, Onondaga County will begin distributing bottled water from Fayetteville-Manlius High School. In a statement to the press, the county executive says "conservation efforts continue to be successful and water levels remain stable." But to keep resources...
Walsh defends snow plow efforts after historic Syracuse storm: ‘People take it for granted’
Syracuse, N.Y. -- On his last day as mayor, Ben Walsh praised the work of his snow plow drivers during the biggest storm in 80 years in the snowiest major city in America. Then, he ordered workers to be ready for the next squalls, which are expected to start tonight, just before the New Year’s ball drops on his eight...
New York State Woman Arrested After Alleged Domestic Fight
A suspect is facing multiple charges after an alleged domestic disturbance.
Syracuse hot dog truck serves comfort food and a lasting tribute
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC NEWS) — One Syracuse food truck is drawing customers for more than just its menu. Jillie Dogs has become a local favorite not only for its signature sauce, but also for the deeply personal story behind it. The truck is owned by John Bertolero, who launched...
Mamdani wants to change the tax code. Here’s what that could look like.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani The incoming mayor has proposed increasing taxes on large companies and on New Yorkers earning over $1 million. [ more › ]

















