Nob Hill tenants say they need more help nearly one month after fatal fire
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Nearly a month after dozens of neighbors were forced from their homes at Nob Hill, some tenants say the upheaval is far from over — and they are still struggling to get answers from the apartment management and city leaders. Some displaced residents who have...
Popular East Syracuse Sweet Recalled Due to Undeclared Peanuts
Central NY candy recall issued after peanut butter was not listed on packaging. What consumers should do now.
Burger Battle: 14 Syracuse-area restaurants compete for best in state
Syracuse, N.Y. — The 10th annual debate over New York’s best burger is officially underway, and Central New York has plenty of skin in the game. Voting opened today in the New York Beef Council’s Best New York Burger Contest, giving burger fans across the state a few weeks to make their voices heard (and maybe start...
Helping Hands Dog Rescue Seeks Homes for 42 Arriving Dogs
Helping Hands Dog Rescue is searching for adopters as 42 dogs are set to arrive in Syracuse on Friday (March 21). The rescue says these canines, ranging in age from seven months to two years, come in a mix of breeds and are looking for permanent homes. Each dog will be up-to-date on vaccinations and microchipped...
Man accused of using AI to file false report against Cicero Police
CICERO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A 51-year-old man from Mallory has been charged after allegedly using AI to falsify a claim made to the Cicero Police Department. On March 13, 51-year-old Brent Hubbard reached out to the Cicero Police Department through an email addressed to the chief, saying that his vehicle had been...
A new ‘swing’ for Syracuse nights: Five Iron opens amid mayor’s push for late-night...
SYRACUSE, NY (NCC News) —In Mayor Sharon Owen’s first State of the City, she emphasized the need to revitalize Syracuse’s nightlife scene for the younger generations of the city. According to Syracuse.com, Owens said, “That population wants a place in Syracuse. They see the possibilities of Syracuse...
Driver charged after troopers find 180,000 untaxed cigarettes in vehicle
SULLIVAN, N.Y. — The New York State Police pulled over a driver who had around 180,000 untaxed cigarettes in his vehicle. The state police charged Mohamed H. Alawdi, 30, of Utica, N.Y. with violating New York State tax law 1814(c)(2), a felony. The police said on March 13, around...
Syracuse driver charged with manslaughter almost 6 years after hit-and-run
Syracuse, N.Y. — A Syracuse man has now been charged with manslaughter after a 24-year-old died nearly six years after being critically injured in a hit-and-run crash on the city’s East Side. Nahgene “Chewy” Jevon Wright died Dec. 28, 2025 from complications linked to injuries he suffered in...
Firefighter injured battling house fire on Putnam Street in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A Syracuse Firefighter was injured battling a house fire on Putnam Street on Wednesday. The house, which caught fire before 5 p.m., sustained heavy damage. Most of the home's outside walls were charred black by smoke and flames. A neighboring house appeared to have its sides warped by heat.
Syracuse man uses chess to teach children critical thinking skills
The Masterminds Chess Club is passing down knowledge to the younger generation in Syracuse. The club meets every Friday at the Salt City Market. During the lessons, students get to play against each other or, in some cases, against the instructors. John Elliot, one of multiple instructors for the chess...
