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Department of Public Safety, local police investigating car crimes near Syracuse University

Alleged suspects have been stealing items out of vehicles in neighborhoods east of Syracuse University's campus, police said. Read More »

September 28, 2017 at 6:28 pm


Meet the candidates vying for an open seat on the Common Council who would represent portions of SU area

Three candidates are running for the District 4 position: Democratic nominee Latoya Allen, Quante Wright on the independence ticket and Green Party candidate Serena “Rahzie” Seals. Read More »

September 26, 2017 at 10:07 pm


Pair sentenced in connection to murder of Syracuse University student Xiaopeng 'Pippen' Yuan

Cameron Isaac, 24, of North Syracuse, was sentenced to life in prison without parole, Syracuse.com reported. Ninimbe Mitchell, 20, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for robbery. Read More »

September 25, 2017 at 10:56 pm


Michael Frasciello appointed dean of University College

Before his appointment as interim dean, Frasciello was the director of online learning at the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Read More »

September 22, 2017 at 3:50 pm


Health Services: 2 Syracuse University students diagnosed with mumps

Mumps outbreaks occasionally occur on college campuses. Symptoms can include a fever, headaches, muscle aches, puffy cheeks and a swollen jaw. Read More »

September 21, 2017 at 6:00 pm


Syracuse University officials seek Middle States reaccreditation feedback before Friday deadline

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is a nonprofit organization that serves as an accreditation service for colleges. Read More »

September 20, 2017 at 11:48 pm


Faculty question Syracuse University officials on how Invest Syracuse will benefit researchers, students

Invest Syracuse is a five-year fundraising goal that aims to fund Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud’s Academic Strategic Plan. Read More »

September 20, 2017 at 11:40 pm


Officials: National Veterans Resource Complex construction expected to start by December or January

The National Veterans Resource Complex will serve as a regional veterans community hub, housing Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families. Read More »

September 18, 2017 at 11:43 pm


Syracuse University professor announces congressional bid in hopes of challenging Rep. John Katko

Dana Balter, a visiting assistant teaching professor in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, said she can’t stand by as the country, people and values she cares about are being threatened. Read More »

September 17, 2017 at 10:01 pm


Students, alumni march across Syracuse University campus to protest uncertain future of DACA

About 60 people marched at a rally Saturday protesting President Donald Trump’s plan to phase out the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy. Read More »

September 16, 2017 at 7:01 pm


Police: Department of Public Safety is investigating off-campus burglaries near Syracuse University

Several off-campus burglaries have occurred in neighborhoods north and east of Syracuse University's campus, police said. Read More »

September 15, 2017 at 4:43 pm


The Daily Orange interviewed more than 100 SU students about Uber and Lyft. Here’s what they had to say.

Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft were legalized statewide in June. The companies previously operated in the greater New York City area. Read More »

September 13, 2017 at 10:20 pm


About a year after arrest, Kenneth Kavajecz’s court case has yet to significantly move forward

Kavajecz is scheduled to appear in Salina Town Court on Oct. 19, a court clerk said. Read More »

September 13, 2017 at 9:41 pm


Officials approve Onondaga County Executive Joanie Mahoney’s shared services plan

New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s County-Wide Shared Services Initiative, announced earlier this year, aims to reduce property taxes and lower costs of local government. Read More »

September 13, 2017 at 9:14 pm


Mayoral candidate Juanita Perez Williams clinches Democratic Party nomination

Juanita Perez Williams campaigned on the promise of revitalizing city neighborhoods and decreasing Syracuse’s high poverty rate. Read More »

September 12, 2017 at 10:33 pm


Former CNN anchor Soledad O’Brien to speak about newsroom diversity at 1st University Lecture

O’Brien, a former CNN program co-anchor, was named journalist of the year in 2010 by the National Association of Black Journalists. Read More »

September 11, 2017 at 10:06 pm


Construction update: Hendricks Chapel work nears completion

Pete Sala, vice president and chief facilities officer, detailed ongoing project updates in an email to the campus community Tuesday. Read More »

September 6, 2017 at 9:34 pm


Chancellor: Syracuse University remains committed to protecting undocumented students after end to DACA program

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program aimed to protect undocumented children who were brought into the U.S. as minors. Trump promised during the election he would end the program. Read More »

September 5, 2017 at 7:38 pm


Student Association announces partnership with Uber to offer students $10,000 in free rides over Labor Day weekend

James Franco, SA president, previously said he wanted to partner with ride-hailing services during the 2017-18 academic year. Read More »

August 30, 2017 at 8:27 pm


Syracuse University officials detail how $100 million Invest Syracuse initiative will be funded

SU administrators want to collect $100 million for academic programs over the next five years through Invest Syracuse by fundraising, cutting administrative spending and establishing a new tuition premium. Read More »

August 29, 2017 at 10:50 pm


Diplo, popular electronic music producer, to headline Juice Jam 2017

Diplo, a stage name for Los Angeles-based Thomas Wesley Pentz, is well-known for his collaboration with artists such as Major Lazer. Read More »

August 28, 2017 at 8:00 pm


1,264 miles: Kevin Treadway was on the brink of homelessness in central Florida. Now he's starting his first day of classes at Syracuse University.

Treadway and his mother, Cathy Clark, set up a fundraising campaign to move north. They were evicted on Aug. 19 with no place to stay except overcrowded homeless shelters in a small city wedged between Tampa and Orlando. Read More »

August 28, 2017 at 12:34 am


Developer: Student housing project that forced Chuck’s off South Crouse Avenue remains on track

Hungry Chuck’s and several other businesses along South Crouse Avenue, including the bar Orange Crate Brewing Co., were demolished in May to make room for a new student housing development. Read More »

August 27, 2017 at 11:33 pm


Syracuse University officials to hold public forums on academic initiative that includes $3,300 tuition premium

Vice Chancellor and Provost Michele Wheatly, along with several other administrators, will host panel discussions about the Invest Syracuse initiative in September and October. Read More »

August 24, 2017 at 4:38 pm