Mayor Walsh responds to community perspectives ahead of CRB legislation decision
Community members called on Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh to veto an amendment during a public hearing Wednesday. Read more »
Common Council
Common Council reviews Syracuse Housing Study
The study found that in a survey of over 35,000 residential properties, that about one-third of them show signs of “deferred maintenance.” Read more »
Biden returns to Syracuse, touts Micron grant
President Joe Biden traveled to Syracuse Thursday afternoon to speak about Micron Technology’s emergence in central New York and its role in mobilizing the region’s economy. Read more »
Biden to announce upstate New York as Investing in America ‘Workforce Hub’
The hub, which will focus on semiconductor manufacturing, is part of the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda. Read more »
City Scripts forum highlights potential impacts of Micron Technology arrival
Around 50 people attended the City Scripts forum to discuss the impacts of Micron Technology’s arrival in the Onondaga County community. Read more »
Common Council votes to approve Citizen Review Board changes
The amendment would task the Common Council with appointing CRB’s administrator, a power the board’s members currently hold. Read more »
Local law enforcement, officials identify 2 officers fatally shot Sunday
Michael Jensen and Michael Hoosock were killed during a shootout with a suspect following a routine "suspicious vehicle" investigation. Read more »
Syracuse auditor announces committee to increase city revenue on 100th day in office
Syracuse City Auditor Alexander Marion's new CORE team will aim to find new ways to address financial issues and increase city revenue. Read more »
Syracuse’s League of Women Voters’ initiative encourages voting at local schools
The Syracuse League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that promotes active government participation through advocacy. Read more »
Pretrial detainee sues Onondaga County Sheriff's Office over excessive force
Nyquest Allen, a man in pretrial detention, is suing the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office and three deputies for use of excessive force. Read more »
Syracuse Common Council votes against Israel-Hamas ceasefire resolution
Common Councilor At-Large Chol Majok was the only councilor to vote in favor of a resolution to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. Read more »
Rally highlights impacts of Israel-Hamas war on children
More than 100 community members gathered in front of Syracuse City Hall Sunday for a “Children and Community for a Ceasefire” rally. Read more »
‘Cuse Ceasefire Coalition calls for ceasefire resolution at Common Council
Community members wore Palestinian and Israeli flags and held signs calling for a ceasefire at the Council's study session. Read more »
Syracuse Immigrant and Refugee Defense Network serves as an ‘ally’ for community
The Syracuse Immigrant and Refugee Defense Network specifically works to aid central New York community members who have applied for, are awaiting or have been denied asylum or immigrant status. Read more »
Remains of 5-year-old Nefertiti Harris found, SPD says
SPD Chief Joe Cecile said police have found the remains of Nefertiti Harris, a 5-year-old who was believed to be killed by her mother. Read more »
Common Council approves Jim Boeheim street sign on corner of Irving and East Raynor Avenues
The Syracuse City Common Council authorized the installation of an honorary street sign recognizing Jim Boeheim for his coaching accomplishments as well as philanthropic contributions to the city. The new street sign will be on the corner of Irving and East Raynor Avenues. Read more »
'Cuse Ceasefire Coalition calls for Common Council ceasefire resolution
Attendees called on the Syracuse City Common Council to pass a resolution supporting a permanent ceasefire in Gaza at a Thursday forum. Read more »
Maurice Brown addresses community housing concerns in town hall
Attendees at the town hall on Monday raised concerns regarding landlord abuse and lack of enforcements and new affordable housing projects. Read more »
I-81 project receives $180 million federal grant
Syracuse is one of the first cities in the U.S. to receive the funding and was awarded the third largest grant. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh is focused on learning from past mistakes in I-81 Community Grid
Mayor Ben Walsh said similar projects have been undertaken without considering the best interests of marginalized communities. Read more »
The case for YIMBY amid Syracuse's housing crisis
By supporting new developments and upzoning to allow for higher-density housing, as a city, Syracuse could foster a more vibrant, diverse and inclusive community. Read more »
City of Syracuse holds second Community Grid Vision Plan open house
Mayor Ben Walsh spoke at a City of Syracuse open house Wednesday evening about its Community Grid Vision Plan, which it announced Feb. 21. Read more »
Members, allies of Mohawk Nation protest land settlement talks in downtown Syracuse
Attendees claim the council doesn't represent their people because its legitimacy comes from outside of the Six Nations Iroquois Confederacy. Read more »
Common Council to administer over $1.3 million in opioid relief, replace water mains
The city of Syracuse will disburse over $1.3 million in opioid relief settlement funds to be used for treatment, recovery and prevention efforts. The Council also voted to authorize the Water Main Replacement Project, which would dedicate $8 million to replacing water mains. Read more »
