The “Vision Zero” initiative announced by Mayor Ben Walsh in 2021 seeks to increase road safety and eliminate traffic-caused deaths and injuries. Read more »
The Common Council approved for the closing of South Warren Street for the construction of a new STEAM high school. Read more »
Rally participants called for a cease-fire in the Israel-Palestine conflict and an end to U.S. military aid to Israel. Read more »
Following a rally in support of the Christopher Columbus monument on Saturday, the Columbus Monument Corporation hosted its annual wreath laying ceremony. Read more »
Hosted at the Everson Museum of Art, the festival featured Haudenosaunee singing and dancing, Haudenosaunee and Onondaga vendors and speakers. Read more »
The technology startup blueflite won the first place investment. The other four companies received runner-up investments. Read more »
On Monday, the Common Council renewed a deal with Charter Spectrum to continue providing its cable television to the city of Syracuse. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh and the Syracuse Housing Authority jointly announced the new program, which aims to expand digital access across Syracuse. Read more »
In 2020, the Syracuse Common Council approved an increase in parking ticket fees. The change has disproportionately impacted SU parking. Read more »
The lawsuit was filed in 2017 alleging racial profiling, excessive use of force and an illegal search. The city agreed to pay this August. Read more »
The funding will build on Syracuse’s Urban Forestry Master Plan from 2019 to plant trees and increase youth education and job training. Read more »
Local residents marched in protest of police brutality on Monday afternoon to demand justice for the two teenagers who were shot by an Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office deputy. Read more »
The monument’s main purpose is to honor and raise awareness about the sacrifices Syracuse veterans of color have made for their country. Read more »
The grants include funds for the revitalization of South Salina St., Neighborhood Access and Equity initiatives and the I-81 viaduct project. Read more »
Participants ran along the path of redlining that federal and local government officials implemented to divide the city of Syracuse’s racial communities. Read more »
SHA plans to reverse the 15th ward back into the close community it was before, as well as addressing poverty and safety concerns. Read more »
The Syracuse Common Council passed new regulations aimed to crack down on smoke shops selling tobacco and vaping products to underage customers. Read more »
Syracuse community members gathered at Forman Park for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Read more »
The ceremony included a 17-minute moment of silence to represent when the North and South towers were struck. Read more »
With a lack of primary health care, a new clinic opened their doors to the community to provide people with the care they need. Read more »
The Syracuse Common Council showed appreciation to their president, Van B. Robinson, by naming its chambers after him. Read more »
TCGplayer workers gather with other labor unions at the New York State Fair to fight for fair treatment and policies from their employers. Read more »
Destiny USA is working with Syracuse police and a surveillance technology company through installing new cameras aimed at reducing crime in the mall. Read more »
Unions across Central New York set up booths on Monday to increase recruitment and awareness of opportunities in the Syracuse area. Read more »
