Tag: Common Council
Kinne v. McMahon: The race for Onondaga County Executive begins
Candidates Ryan McMahon and Bill Kinne will run against each other for the position of Onondaga County Executive in November. Read More »
Onondaga County Sheriff confirms police are looking into changing body cam protocol at Town Hall
Shelley confirmed that Onondaga County police are looking into changing existing policies for body cameras after a deputy killed two teenagers on Sept. 6. Read More »
Common Council renews Charter Spectrum deal, recognizes Lunar New Year as school holiday
On Monday, the Common Council renewed a deal with Charter Spectrum to continue providing its cable television to the city of Syracuse. Read More »
SHA launches free broadband internet service in partnership with city of Syracuse
Mayor Ben Walsh and the Syracuse Housing Authority jointly announced the new program, which aims to expand digital access across Syracuse. Read More »
Syracuse issued $211,000 in parking tickets near SU in 2022
In 2020, the Syracuse Common Council approved an increase in parking ticket fees. The change has disproportionately impacted SU parking. Read More »
NYS OASAS Announces New Opioid Treatment Program in Auburn
The new opioid treatment program in Cayuga County offers counseling, peer services and medication, including methadone. Read More »
Syracuse agrees to pay $500,000 to settle excessive force lawsuit
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 »
Syracuse receives $1 million grant for urban forestry, development
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 »
Syracuse-area libraries are seeing the benefits from Sen. Rachel May's funding increase
The funding State Senator Rachel May secured was allocated to 14 libraries across the three counties she represents for construction projects. Read More »
UPDATE: College Republicans withdraw request to host Moms for Liberty as SU cancels event
Syracuse University met with the SU College Republicans this morning to cancel their request to host Moms for Liberty at Watson Hall, saying that student groups cannot reserve space for outside organizations' events. Read More »
Syracuse police brutality protest demands local leaders take accountability
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 »
Syracuse will bring a new monument to Kirk Park dedicated to veterans of color
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 »
Syracuse’s Common Council approves new infrastructure grants in the downtown area
The grants include funds for the revitalization of South Salina St., Neighborhood Access and Equity initiatives and the I-81 viaduct project. Read More »
'Run the Redline' sheds light on the prevalence of redlining, urban renewal projects
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 »
Syracuse Housing Authority to request $145 million grant targeting the 15th ward
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 »
Mayor Walsh, Common Council seek greater oversight of tobacco retailers through new legislation
The Syracuse Common Council passed new regulations aimed to crack down on smoke shops selling tobacco and vaping products to underage customers. Read More »
Attorney General releases video of Onondaga County deputy shooting 2 teens
The New York State Attorney General's Office of Special Investigations released video footage of an Onondaga County Sheriff's deputy shooting 2 teens. Read More »
City of Syracuse reflects, honors lives lost at 9/11 remembrance ceremony
The ceremony included a 17-minute moment of silence to represent when the North and South towers were struck. Read More »
Caring Family Health Nurse Practitioners primary care opens doors to the public
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 »
Onondaga County deputy kills 2 teenagers in altercation
A deputy from the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed two teenagers in North Syracuse during an alternation early Wednesday morning. Read More »
Common Council meets to celebrate former president Van B. Robinson
The Syracuse Common Council showed appreciation to their president, Van B. Robinson, by naming its chambers after him. Read More »
Micron and economic development at forefront of 2023 county executive debate
The state of Onondaga County's economic future took center stage as Incumbent Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon seeks reelection this fall. Read More »
‘Strength from solidarity:’ Workers from TCG player's union rally at NY State Fair
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 installs license plate reading cameras in an effort to reduce crime
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 »