Hate-based crimes in New York state reach new highs
New York state saw a 69% increase in hate crimes since 2019, the highest recorded increase in a five-year period. Read more »
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Hochul highlights Micron, endorses Harris at DNC talk with SU professor
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul joined Margaret Talev for an intimate conversation on the second day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Read more »
9-story apartment building on University Avenue approved by city of Syracuse
The Syracuse Planning Commission approved plans for a new apartment on University Avenue — under a half-mile north of Syracuse University. 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 »
New York politicians react to Biden's drop out
Biden's decision will impact local elections throughout New York state, where congressional races may influence partisan control in Congress. Read more »
Syracuse receives $50M federal grant for 15th Ward revitalization
Syracuse will receive $50 million for revitalization of the historically Black 15th Ward neighborhood after the I-81 viaduct is torn down. Read more »
Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse collaboration wins $40 million federal ‘tech hub’ grant
The New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor Tech Hub will receive a $40 million federal grant. Read more »
3.4 magnitude earthquake felt in parts of upstate New York, Canada
Effects of a 3.4 magnitude earthquake near Lake Ontario were felt in Syracuse Friday night, marking the region's second quake this year. Read more »
Mannion wins 22nd Congressional District primary; other NY primary results decided
John Mannion was declared winner of the NY-22 Democratic party. The D.O. has compiled other primary results in the central New York region. Read more »
Hochul designates funding for environmentally friendly transportation in central New York
The New York State Department of Transportation allocated $97.7 million to fund local environmentally-friendly transportation projects. Read more »
Former Mannion staffers allege harassment, intimidation in public letter
A group of New York State Senator John Mannion's former staff members allege he mistreated staffers in an anonymous letter. Read more »
SU Chancellor Kent Syverud to serve on NYS Dormitory Authority Board
Chancellor Kent Syverud has been appointed to the board of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York. His term will last three years. Read more »
Trump verdict elicits reactions from New York politicians
In the days following former President Donald Trump being convicted of 34 felony counts, politicians throughout New York state are divided. Read more »
John Mannion, Sarah Klee Hood to debate in Syracuse ahead of NY Democratic primary
Syracuse.com will host a debate between John Mannion and Sarah Klee Hood, both competing to be the Democratic candidate for the NY-22 seat. Read more »
Williams proposes bill to bar convicted protesters from student loan forgiveness
Rep. Brandon Williams introduced a bill last week that would bar people arrested at student protests from receiving student loan forgiveness. Read more »
Breaking down New York’s $237 billion FY2025 budget
New York state lawmakers passed Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $237 billion Fiscal Year 2025 Budget — the largest in the state’s history — Saturday. The Daily Orange broke down the key aspects of Hochul’s FY25 budget, which include housing, education, crime, health care, mental health, cannabis, infrastructure and transit and climate change. Read more »
NY Court of Appeals hears arguments for ‘medically necessary’ abortion insurance lawsuit
New York state's highest court heard arguments Tuesday afternoon in a lawsuit that argues a state regulation violates the First Amendment. Read more »
Patrick Dai pleads guilty in Syracuse for antisemitic threats
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. UPDATED: April 10 at 7:45 p.m. Patrick Dai, who made… Read more »
SU Alum Mosab Abu Toha speaks at SUNY Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions launch event
Abu Toha spoke about his migration to Rafah and subsequent detainment by the IDF at SUNY BDS’ launch event on Tuesday. Read more »
Proposed state bill would centralize harmful algal bloom reporting
The data would allow the state to “administer a grant program supporting data-driven best practices" to prevent and mitigate HABs. Read more »
Hochul announces FY25 budget, largest in state history
Gov. Kathy Hochul's FY-25 budget focused on lowering crime and addressing New Yorkers' health while protecting the state's fiscal health. Read more »
NY WFP's new leadership is looking to create change in central New York
The progressive political party seeks to be an alternative choice for voters and aims to represent the needs of “every day” voters. Read more »
The Adult Survivors Act expired Friday. Here's what to know about the New York law.
The Adult Survivors Act provided a one-year “lookback window” for survivors who were over the age of 18 at the time of abuse to sue their abusers. Read more »
In a 'dull' election year, Syracuse voters remain engaged
While many voters said it wasn’t a particularly standout election, those who did vote said they wanted to exercise their civic duty. Read more »
