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 »
State
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 »
Cornell student accused of antisemitic threats arraigned in Syracuse
Dai, a 21-year-old junior student at Cornell, faces federal charges for allegedly posting on the online forum Greekrank threating to kill Jewish students at Cornell. Read more »
Schumer announces Syracuse is part of regional 'Tech Hub' designation for semiconductor funding
The designation allows the region to receive federal funding for building a semiconductor workforce and supply chains in upstate New York. Read more »
New state assembly bill regulates, provides transparency surrounding generative AI
The bill aims would require online booksellers who are selling content created entirely or partially with generative AI to disclose such use before a sale. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul announces new initiatives to combat antisemitism in NY
New actions announced by Gov. Hochul include initiatives for education, discussion and services for victims of antisemitic hate incidents. Read more »
SU, SUNY ESF students attend March to End Fossil Fuels alongside community organizations
The march specifically highlighted the impact of climate change on Black and Indigenous communities who have historically borne the brunt of climate change. Read more »
NY state, SU will roll out updated COVID-19 vaccines
Gov. Kathy Hochul said the updated COVID-19 will soon be available at pharmacies and healthcare providers across the state, including at SU. Read more »
Local union chapters use Labor Day to inform, recruit at the New York State Fair
Unions across Central New York set up booths on Monday to increase recruitment and awareness of opportunities in the Syracuse area. Read more »
