Tag: Common Council
Unchained uplifts incarcerated voices, talks prison abolition advocacy
Prison abolitionist group Unchained hosted an event at The Dunbar Center where attendees heard from people impacted by the prison system. Read More »
Opinion: Continued police brutality must be met with active demands for reform
Cases of police brutality amounted quietly, violently and relentlessly for decades. Every time it’s caught on camera, we go through the same cycle of outrage, promises, reviews and then silence. Read More »
HOP 23 gives free support to women recovering from incarceration, abuse
House of Psalms 23 was founded in 2022 to support women who have experienced incarceration or domestic abuse. Read More »
61-year-old man killed in shooting near Warehouse, SPD says
SPD and DPS responded to a reported shooting near the Nancy Cantor Warehouse Wednesday afternoon. The area has been cleared. Read More »
City’s Sustainable Syracuse Initiative promotes education, environmental action
Syracuse city officials launched the Sustainable Syracuse Initiative and will move toward a more inclusive and sustainable future. Read More »
TEAL, Brady Farm host Earth Day celebration promoting agricultural education
In preparation for Earth Day, advocacy group TEAL and Brady Farm hosted an event with local vendors promoting climate change education. Read More »
CNY Fair Housing battles housing discrimination cases amid a challenging political climate
CNY Fair Housing works with the Syracuse community to combat housing discrimination one case at a time, as one of the most redlined cities. Read More »
Tax Day rally attendees speak out against U.S. tax dollars allocation
April 15’s Tax Day rally was organized to demand tax justice — the rightful use of tax dollar spending to serve the American population. Read More »
Common Council authorizes city agreement with Axon Enterprise
Syracuse City Common Council set an agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc to provide the Syracuse Police Dept with modern drone technology. Read More »
Julianne Thomas applies community-based addiction prevention with CRPRC
After experiencing addiction, Julianne Thomas provides community-based substance use training and technical assistance to central New York. Read More »
SPD, Common Councilors discuss privacy, civil liberties in police drone policy
SPD representatives met with the Syracuse City Common Council Public Safety Committee as it moves to implement drone use. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: NYPIRG urges support for NY Health Act, universal healthcare
To establish a healthcare system that prioritizes people above business, it is essential our lawmakers support the New York Health Act. Read More »
4,000 gather in downtown Syracuse for ‘Hands Off!’ anti-Trump protest
An estimated 4,000 community members gathered in downtown Syracuse as part of the “Hands Off!” movement on Saturday afternoon. Read More »
Personal Essay: City of Syracuse can’t be treated as an accessory by SU
Instead of investing in direct partnerships that uplift city residents, the university continues to amplify spaces that cater almost exclusively to students and faculty. Read More »
Sharon Owens runs mayoral campaign on accountability, community uplifting
As a self described political outsider, Mayoral candidate Sharon Owens emphasizes her role as a public servant. Read More »
Foundation 44 honors Floyd Little’s legacy teaches personal success
After Floyd Little’s death in 2021, his widow DeBorah started Foundation 44 in honor of his lifetime love of giving back to Syracuse children. Read More »
Common Council passes initiatives to fix traffic infrastructure, sidewalks
The Syracuse City Common Council unanimously authorized two programs in efforts to decrease traffic congestion and vehicle speeds. Read More »
Over 100 demonstrators rally for Momodou Taal, student immigrants in downtown
Over 100 protesters rallied to support Momodou Taal, a Cornell Ph.D. student suing the Trump administration for rights violations. Read More »
CNY Solidarity Coalition hosts de-escalation training for activists
The CNY Solidarity Coalition hosted “De-escalation Training for Activists" Wednesday, an interactive workshop. Read More »
ArtRage Gallery hosts discussion on refugee resettlement, anti-Immigration policies
ArtRage Gallery hosted a discussion to provide advice regarding refugee resettlement and the impact of Trump’s anti-immigration policies. Read More »
Historic redlining in Syracuse continues to impact public schools
The Syracuse City School District continues to feel the effects of segregation after the city's historic redlining. Read More »
Common Council votes to acquire property for Children’s Rising Center
The Syracuse Common Council approved acquiring Latimer Terrace for the Children’s Rising Center and funding lead remediation. Read More »
Common Council applies to aid Syracuse Local Fire, Police Department
The Syracuse City Common Council unanimously voted to apply for NYS Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services security grants. Read More »
MS Resources of CNY holds annual walk to raise awareness, funds
MS Resources of CNY hosted its 27th annual Mission Steps and MS Awareness Day walk at Destiny USA on Sunday. Read More »