5 N.Y. correctional officers evaluated after possible fentanyl exposure incident
AUBURN, N.Y. — Two prison guards at the Auburn Correctional Facility were brought to the hospital after being exposed to an unknown substance on Friday. Firefighters responded to the facility at 135 State St. at around 6:10 p.m. after they were told the guards were experiencing symptoms, according to a news release fro
Syracuse School District proposes $10k stipends for teachers at 13 struggling schools
The Syracuse City School Board will vote to approve a $10,000 stipend for teachers working at 13 struggling schools. The vote will occur at a special meeting Wednesday evening. The stipend is a part of the district’s Elevate 315 rollout. Elevate 315 is a new initiative to be implemented in...
REPRESENTATIVE JOHN W. MANNION INVITES SENIOR CITIZENS TO ATTEND ONONDAGA COUNTY SENIOR FAIR
Free event featuring more than 80 vendors and sponsors to assist. Onondaga County seniors with healthcare, finances, and lifestyle improvements. SYRACUSE, NY: Representative John W. Mannion today invited Onondaga County area senior citizens and their families to attend the Onondaga County Senior Fair at Onondaga Commun
Billy Idol adds hit ‘80s band as opening act for Syracuse, Darien Lake concerts
Billy Idol is adding a hit ‘80s band to his upcoming concerts in Upstate New York. The “Rebel Yell” singer will be joined by Devo at the Darien Lake Amphitheater near Buffalo on Aug. 14 and at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse on Aug. 15. Devo will open both shows at 7:30 p.m.
NYS Fair adds acclaimed singer-songwriter to free Chevy Court lineup
The New York State Fair added a new artist to its free concert lineup, who The New York Times recently named among the greatest living American songwriters. Singer-songwriter Brandy Clark will perform in Chevy Court at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, which is Pride Day at the fair. “We’re fortunate...
Key & Peele Star Keegan-Michael Key Spotted At Local Pizza Joint
Keegan-Michael Key was recently spotted enjoying pizza at Varsity Pizza in Syracuse
Rabid Bats Warnings Issued After Residents Attacked In New York
Multiple New Yorkers were forced to undergo urgent medical treatments after coming into contact with rabid bats.
State police seek public’s help IDing person suspected of making fraudulent credit card withdrawals...
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The New York State Police is looking for the public’s help to find a fraud suspect. A person was observed making alleged fraudulent withdrawals from a victim’s credit card at an ATM at Walgreens on James Street in Syracuse in July 2025, according to a statement from the state police. Anyone [
Prosecutor pushes for criminal charges against prison guards in N.Y. who witness inmate abuse
Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick is proposing legislation that would criminally charge law enforcement officers who fail to stop colleagues from using excessive force against inmates, according to Syracuse.com. The proposed Duty to Intervene and Accountability Act would require corrections officers
TRAFFIC: Planned lane closures along I-481 in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Drivers, make sure you account for this upcoming closure, as it may impact your commute. I-481 southbound will be reduced to one lane between Exit 81 (Brighton Avenue/Downtown Syracuse) and Interstate 81 southbound, in Syracuse, according to the state transportation department. Work will begi
