Onondaga County to redraw legislative district maps following court order
The Onondaga County Legislature will redraw its district maps by the 2025 elections, Democratic Minority Leader Christopher Ryan said. Read more »
State
Hochul launches Syracuse-centered $200M workforce development program
New York state has launched its ON-RAMP program, a $200 million investment into workforce development centers. Read more »
DOD awards $30 million to New York ‘Microelectronic Commons’ hub
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a $30 million award to Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub. Read more »
SU, city groups participate in National Voter Registration Day
To celebrate National Voter Registration Day, organizations across the city of Syracuse will host informational events. Read more »
Election ballot to include new amendment expanding anti-discrimination laws
Proposal Number One would amend the New York Constitution to expand the scope of the state’s anti-discrimination laws. Read more »
Former senior aide to Gov. Hochul charged with acting as agent for China
A former senior aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul was arrested and charged with acting as an agent for the People’s Republic of China. Read more »
False gunshot reports at NY State Fair incite panic among community fairgoers, SU students
Despite the reports proving to be unfounded, many fairgoers from Syracuse University remain emotionally affected by the incident. Read more »
2024 union rally celebrates 125th anniversary of the Greater Syracuse Labor Council
Hundreds of central New York union workers paraded through the New York State Fair as part of the Labor Day Parade and Rally. Read more »
State Senate reportedly concludes Mannion did not violate harassment policies, NYT finds
The New York State Senate has concluded its investigation of State Senator and congressional candidate John Mannion. Read more »
Hate-based crimes in New York state reach new highs
New York state saw a 69% increase in hate crimes since 2019, the highest recorded increase in a five-year period. Read more »
Hochul highlights Micron, endorses Harris at DNC talk with SU professor
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul joined Margaret Talev for an intimate conversation on the second day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Read more »
9-story apartment building on University Avenue approved by city of Syracuse
The Syracuse Planning Commission approved plans for a new apartment on University Avenue — under a half-mile north of Syracuse University. Read more »
Patrick Dai sentenced to 21 months for antisemitic online threats to Cornell students
Patrick Dai, who threatened Jewish students at Cornell University, was sentenced to 21 months in prison at the Hanley Courthouse in Syracuse. Read more »
New York politicians react to Biden's drop out
Biden's decision will impact local elections throughout New York state, where congressional races may influence partisan control in Congress. Read more »
Syracuse receives $50M federal grant for 15th Ward revitalization
Syracuse will receive $50 million for revitalization of the historically Black 15th Ward neighborhood after the I-81 viaduct is torn down. Read more »
Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse collaboration wins $40 million federal ‘tech hub’ grant
The New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor Tech Hub will receive a $40 million federal grant. Read more »
3.4 magnitude earthquake felt in parts of upstate New York, Canada
Effects of a 3.4 magnitude earthquake near Lake Ontario were felt in Syracuse Friday night, marking the region's second quake this year. Read more »
Mannion wins 22nd Congressional District primary; other NY primary results decided
John Mannion was declared winner of the NY-22 Democratic party. The D.O. has compiled other primary results in the central New York region. Read more »
Hochul designates funding for environmentally friendly transportation in central New York
The New York State Department of Transportation allocated $97.7 million to fund local environmentally-friendly transportation projects. Read more »
Former Mannion staffers allege harassment, intimidation in public letter
A group of New York State Senator John Mannion's former staff members allege he mistreated staffers in an anonymous letter. Read more »
SU Chancellor Kent Syverud to serve on NYS Dormitory Authority Board
Chancellor Kent Syverud has been appointed to the board of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York. His term will last three years. Read more »
Trump verdict elicits reactions from New York politicians
In the days following former President Donald Trump being convicted of 34 felony counts, politicians throughout New York state are divided. Read more »
John Mannion, Sarah Klee Hood to debate in Syracuse ahead of NY Democratic primary
Syracuse.com will host a debate between John Mannion and Sarah Klee Hood, both competing to be the Democratic candidate for the NY-22 seat. Read more »
Williams proposes bill to bar convicted protesters from student loan forgiveness
Rep. Brandon Williams introduced a bill last week that would bar people arrested at student protests from receiving student loan forgiveness. Read more »
