Writer: Julia Boehning
Common Council votes against lawsuit settlement involving SPD officer
The Syracuse City Common Council did not approve a provision to settle an unnecessary force lawsuit against an SPD officer. Read More »
Phi Kappa Psi fraternity suspended for alleged hazing
Syracuse University has placed the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity under interim suspension due to videos of alleged hazing. Read More »
Maxwell lecture covers impact of occupation on Palestinian sacred sites
Syracuse University hosted Dr. David “Sandy” Marshall for a lecture about the impact of Israel’s occupation of Palestinian sacred sites. Read More »
SU community members hold vigil on 1-year anniversary of Oct. 7
Over 100 Syracuse University community members assembled outside of Hendricks Chapel for a vigil marking the first anniversary of the Oct. 7. Read More »
JVP holds Tashlich ceremony, mourns Israel-Hamas war victims
About 40 Syracuse community members gathered to ceremonially renew their commitment to supporting Palestine and ending the Israel-Hamas war. Read More »
Hochul increases public security ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul plans to employ additional public safety measures a week ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack. Read More »
SU to end yearlong Lockerbie Scholarship, proposes immersion program
Syracuse University will not select two Lockerbie Scholars for the 2025-26 year. It has proposed a one-week immersion program in its place. Read More »
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 »
SPD investigating early morning stabbings on Marshall Street, South Crouse Avenue
The Syracuse Police Department is investigating two early Sunday morning stabbings that occurred on Marshall Street and South Crouse Avenue. 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 »
NYSDOT completes Syracuse's 1st non-residential roundabout
The New York State Department of Transportation opened one of the roundabouts proposed in the Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. Read More »
SU officials review revised Ostrom Avenue dorm proposal with City Planning Commission
Syracuse University presented its revised proposal of the Ostrom Avenue dormitory to the Syracuse City Planning Commission Monday evening. Read More »
SU's Campus Dining office announces changes to reduce plastic use, food waste
SU announced several changes to its dining facilities, many in adherence with to ongoing sustainability and food waste reduction goals. Read More »
SEIU members at SU ratify contract with administration
Syracuse University workers in Service Employees International Union Local 200United voted to ratify a contract agreement with SU. Read More »
SU workers in SEIU 200United union reach tentative contract agreement with university
Syracuse University facilities workers in Service Employees International Union Local 200United reached a tentative agreement with SU. 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 »
Juvenile female pronounced dead after shooting in 900 block of Madison Street
A juvenile female was pronounced dead after Syracuse Police and DPS responded to a shooting in the 900 block of Madison Street Friday evening. Read More »
Syracuse city officials, Navy personnel commemorate Navy Week outreach efforts
Syracuse city officials and other United States Navy personnel met on the steps of City Hall to commemorate the start of Syracuse Navy Week. Read More »
2025 SU class marshals to prioritize student engagement, on-campus unity
Mark Nzasi and Yifan “Ivan” Shen, 2025 Syracuse University class marshals, intend to increase engagement and a sense of unity on campus. 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 »
Schoolyard Bagels on Marshall Street closes
Schoolyard Bagels, the Marshall Street bagel shop that opened its doors in February, has permanently closed, WSYR-TV first reported. Read More »
SU launches OrangeNow mobile app
Syracuse University has released its new OrangeNow mobile application, a platform that consolidates several SU student experience tools. Read More »
City groups discuss SU's plans to demolish 727 Comstock Ave., favor protected designation
City groups are discussing the future of the former fraternity house, which has caused debate between the community and Syracuse University. Read More »