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$100 million project could revitalize East Adams neighborhood

The project aims to reinvent the East Adams neighborhood and combat the intergenerational poverty that has existed there for decades. Read More »

March 3, 2019 at 11:37 pm


A new Syracuse nonprofit plans to coordinate South Side development efforts

Ben Walsh first announced Blueprint 15 during his 2019 “State of the City” address. Read More »

March 3, 2019 at 10:23 pm


Local politicians react to ‘State of the County’ address

McMahon addressed poverty, infrastructure and economic development at Tuesday’s address. Read More »

February 27, 2019 at 10:17 pm


County Executive Ryan McMahon praises city collaboration in ‘State of the County’ address

McMahon delivered his first “State of the County” address at Le Moyne College on Tuesday night. Read More »

February 26, 2019 at 10:29 pm


Our reader: Viaduct plan is a viable I-81 replacement

Our reader argues for the viaduct plan as an I-81 replacement. Read More »

February 25, 2019 at 8:41 pm


3 stories you may have missed from over the weekend

The Syracuse Hancock International Airport will receive state funding to construct a new storage facility. Read More »

February 24, 2019 at 8:20 pm


Local officials confront Rep. John Katko on I-81 replacement at Syracuse town hall

Katko lead a fourth Q&A session with residents of Syracuse and Onondaga County on Thursday night. Read More »

February 22, 2019 at 3:49 pm


Gallery: Rep. John Katko hosts I-81 town hall at Fowler High School

Katko lead a question and answer session with residents of Syracuse and Onondaga County. Read More »

February 21, 2019 at 10:49 pm


County residents express economic concerns in Rep. John Katko’s 3rd I-81 forum

Salina workers and leaders said the rerouting of Interstate 81 could harm business in the area. Read More »

February 19, 2019 at 11:53 pm


SU pursues new zoning off-campus preparing for major Syracuse initiative

The rezoning would put the properties in the same zoning district as most of SU’s campus. Read More »

February 19, 2019 at 11:38 pm


News briefs: 3 stories you may have missed this weekend

Candidates for Disability Cultural Center director will give presentations on disability culture. Read More »

February 17, 2019 at 10:02 pm


Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter announces support for I-81 grid replacement

Hunter said the grid is the least disruptive choice and will seize less private property than the other two options. Read More »

February 16, 2019 at 10:19 pm


No consensus: City and county residents split on I-81’s future

At a town hall last weekend, residents voiced their opinions on I-81. Read More »

February 14, 2019 at 12:21 am


'Too many times': Local activist Clifford Ryan reflects on the teen violence that’s scarred his community

Half of the people killed in Syracuse in 2018 were under the age of 21. Read More »

February 6, 2019 at 11:43 pm


Syracuse leaders write letter in support of I-81 grid replacement

Politicians, local business owners and activists sent the letter to Gov. Andrew Cuomo to voice their support for the creation of a community grid. Read More »

February 6, 2019 at 11:12 pm


Events to watch for in New York state this week

Several student organizations will attend a rally Monday in Albany to support legislation that funds services for college students with disabilities. Read More »

February 6, 2019 at 10:51 pm


A community grid is the best Interstate 81 replacement option

Liberal columnist Steven Kemp believes that the community grid is the best Interstate 81 replacement. Read More »

February 6, 2019 at 10:25 pm


Experts: Poverty, historical factors led to Syracuse homicide rate

Past city policies and high poverty rates could be contributing to homicide rates in Syracuse. Read More »

February 3, 2019 at 9:20 pm


Syracuse chief data officer talks Syracuse Surge, ‘smart’ city

Sam Edelstein, Syracuse's chief data officer, said data will be used to shape future city policies. Read More »

February 1, 2019 at 1:13 pm


Syracuse Common Councilors react to ‘State of the City’ address

The councilors spoke about advancements to economic development initiatives and the mayor’s goal of achieving fiscal sustainability. Read More »

January 23, 2019 at 10:26 pm


SU community members call on Kent Syverud to endorse community grid option

In December, The Daily Orange received a letter to the editor calling on Chancellor Syverud to publicly endorse a community grid. Read More »

January 23, 2019 at 10:20 pm


‘Community for the Grid’ meeting attendees discuss I-81 replacement options

Community for the Grid organized a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the possible community grid replacement to the Interstate-81 viaduct. Read More »

January 22, 2019 at 11:41 pm


DeWitt Town Board divided over I-81 reconstruction

A DeWitt Town Board press release that favored a hybrid reconstruction method for Interstate-81 was not unanimously supported by the board. Read More »

January 22, 2019 at 11:38 pm


Common Council approves tax-sharing agreement

The plan will bring hundreds of millions of dollars in sales tax revenue to the city through 2030. Read More »

January 22, 2019 at 10:53 pm