Hochul reveals free tuition plan for students entering microchip industry
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed a $47 million plan offering free tuition to community college students entering the microchip industry. Read more »
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Dead body found in Irving Garage
A dead body was found in Syracuse University's Irving Garage on Monday. The person was not affiliated with SU. Read more »
Syracuse University hosts 40th annual MLK Celebration dinner
A sold-out crowd gathered in the JMA Wireless Dome to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and recognize SU’s Unsung Hero award winners. Read more »
Student Association looks to improve allocation processes in spring semester
The Student Association raised the activity fee and launched the Lending Closet Initiative to address challenges from overallocation. Read more »
Valerie Goldstein, SU graduate, remembered for 'unstoppable' drive
Valerie, a 2024 SU graduate, and her family died on Christmas Day as a result of a carbon monoxide leak in their New Hampshire vacation home. Read more »
Syracuse community reacts to Israel-Hamas war ceasefire agreement
As the Israel-Hamas war comes to an end, people across the Syracuse community celebrated the deal and called on lawmakers to maintain peace. Read more »
USen discusses 2025 fiscal budget, Trump’s executive orders at 1st meeting of semester
Syracuse University Senate discussed FY2026 budget challenges, Trump’s executive orders, and the success of the Forever Orange campaign. Read more »
President Trump signs nearly 100 executive orders targeting DEI, immigration
President Trump signed nearly 100 executive orders on his first day, including declaring a state of emergency. Read more »
Syracuse organizations launch petition for Good Cause Eviction
The Syracuse Tenants Union advocates for a Good Cause Eviction policy, but the Syracuse Common Council postponed the vote, despite support Read more »
Syracuse Common Council approves street art designs for neighborhood development
The Syracuse City Common Council unanimously approved new art-driven street designs along the 300 block of East Taylor Street. Read more »
Hochul announces $252 billion executive budget for 2025
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presented her $252 billion executive budget Tuesday, aiming to strike living costs for New Yorkers. Read more »
TikTok ban delayed after President Trump signs executive order
On Jan. 19, TikTok shut down briefly in the U.S. due to a national ban but President Trump signed an executive order for a 75-day extension. Read more »
Syracuse residents protest Trump in MLK Day march
Syracuse residents rallied in a "We Fight Back" protest MLK Jr. Day against President Trump's policies such as immigration and the economy. Read more »
Syracuse University releases updated Liberal Arts Core
SU will launch a revised Liberal Arts Core in fall 2025, designed to prepare students for challenges such as artificial intelligence. Read more »
300 march in 'Our Lives on the Line' women’s rights protest
Over 300 participants rallied for the “Our Lives on the Line” women’s rights march in Syracuse on Saturday. Read more »
U.S., Canada call on IOC to allow Haudenosaunee lacrosse team in 2028 Olympics
The U.S. and Canada released a statement calling on the IOC to add the Haudenosaunee Confederacy to compete in lacrosse at the 2028 Olympics. Read more »
Walsh reflects on time in office during 2025 State of the City Address
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh emphasized economic and environmental initiatives throughout final annual State of the City Address Thursday night. Read more »
Trump names Brandon Williams under secretary for nuclear security
Former Rep. Brandon Williams will serve as Trump's undersecretary for nuclear security of the United States Department of Energy. Read more »
‘Armageddon’: Los Angeles-based Syracuse students reflect on wildfires
As wildfires continue across LA, students begin a new semester while hoping their neighborhood isn't the next one to make the news. Read more »
Israel, Hamas agree to ceasefire with hostage deal
Israel and Hamas have reached a six-week ceasefire, set to begin Sunday which will include the release of hostages. Read more »
As 2025 Marshall Scholar, Newhouse alum hopes to explore AI ethics
Ghael Fobes was honored as a 2025 Marshall Scholar after graduating from SU in 2022. He hopes to explore the ethics of AI in journalism. Read more »
Explaining the looming TikTok ban
As January 19 approaches, the U.S. government’s push for TikTok’s sale continues. The app’s future is uncertain, for its 170 million users. Read more »
Syracuse ranks as 222nd most expensive city in New York
Syracuse ranks 222nd for the most expensive city in New York. Despite being below the state average, costs remain high. Read more »
Palestinian activist Baha Hilo discusses history, oppression dynamics
Community members gathered at the ArtRage Gallery Tuesday night for a workshop led by Hilo, who speaks about oppression in Palestine. Read more »
