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Man hit by car in Syracuse while standing outside of his own
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Just before 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 29, Syracuse Police were sent to a an accident with injuries on I-690. Police found from their preliminary investigation, that a vehicle traveling westbound on I-690 hit a car that was stationary on the highway. A man was...
Fight breaks out at Syracuse concert after fan touches rapper Stunna Girl
A viral video shows a fight broke out at a Syracuse concert over the weekend after a fan touched rapper Stunna Girl. Videos posted on Facebook show a man slapping Stunna Girl’s butt while she was performing Friday night at the Landmark Theatre. Two men, including one identified as her husband RichMula500 (a.k.a. Young Rich Mula), then appeared to grab the fan and hit him repeatedly, knocking him to the ground.
Teachers, families rally after sudden departure of associate principal
ITHACA, N.Y.—Teachers, parents and students rallied outside DeWitt Middle School Friday after the sudden departure of its associate principal, Ramelle Liverpool. Roughly two dozen people gathered near the entrance to the school before and after school to show support for Liverpool and call for greater transparency from school district leaders.
Former Syracuse quarterback has trained 2 contenders for Orange’s backup QB job: ‘I’d want my upperclassman’
Syracuse, N.Y. — Charley Loeb discovered Jakhari Williams via social media, where he came across videos of him working out at a camp around his ninth grade year. The former Syracuse football quarterback now works as a trainer based in Atlanta for QB Country, and he could tell immediately Williams needed someone to train him. He had raw talent, but his mechanics were poor.
Central NY man who strangled his wife to death in 2009 returns to court, saying he was a victim
Syracuse, N.Y. – A Central New York man who pleaded guilty to strangling his wife and trying to dump her body in a reservoir in 2009 is seeking a reduced prison sentence under a law meant to grant leniency to domestic violence victims. Alex Martinez, now 37 years old,...
Just when you think it can’t get less snowy, it does!
SYRACUSE, NY (WSYR-TV) – Snow lovers were dreaming of finally getting at least a normal winter with regards to snowfall this past winter after 4 “snowless” winters in a row, but Mother Nature had other ideas once again. Just when you thought it was tough for skiers...
Historic New York home lists for just $4,000 — if you can renovate it yourself
Looking for a real estate steal? Well, look no further than upstate Syracuse, where a century-plus-old gem is up for grabs at an unbelievable price of just $4,000. But as with any deal, there is a reason why it is unbelievable — it comes with a catch. Sure, this historic beauty boasts tin ceilings, charming fireplaces and even a vintage clawfoot bathtub, according to the listing. But before you start planning your dream renovation, here’s the lowdown: the property has seen better days, with major water damage that’ll require some serious TLC — and a cool $136,000 to make that happen. And...
Will rain ruin your evening plans?: Click to see
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Mainly rain for the Tuesday evening commute. Back edge of rain west of Rochester. Steadier rain should become more scattered showers after 5 p.m. Tuesday. Lingering showers will end Tuesday night. Sun and drier weather returns to CNY Wednesday. —>Get the Storm Team Forecast. Rain...
Apartment developer buys century-old Syracuse hotel, but long-term plans are up in the air
Syracuse, N.Y. — Another hotel on Syracuse’s University Hill has changed hands, and its future as a hotel is unclear. Timberwolf Capital Partners, of Jackson, Wyoming, bought the Mayflower Hotel at 1030 E. Genesee St. from Scholar Syracuse LLC for $7.4 million, according to a deed filed with the Onondaga County Clerk’s office on April 4.
Bishop Grimes alumni to host fund-raiser for Lt. Michael Hoosock this weekend
Syracuse, N.Y. — Alumni of Bishop Grimes High School plan to host a fund-raiser for the family of Onondaga County Sheriff’s Lt. Michael Hoosock this weekend. Hoosock and Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen were killed on April 14 when they and other officers were ambushed by a man in Salina.
CNY Pizza Tour, stop #17: A North Side pizzeria that started with a snow plow
(It’s a debate every Central New Yorker has had at some point: Who’s got the best pizza? This year, we’ll do our best to find out. I’m on a quest to find the best pizza shops in the Syracuse area. Throughout 2024, I’ll visit 50-plus pizzerias. At each, I’ll sample their most popular pizza, or whatever they recommend. As I go, I’ll score each one, and tell readers a little bit about the shop itself.)
Your Stories Q&A: More than a thousand trees being planted at this I-481 interchange
DEWITT, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)- You ask, we answer!. Viewer Question: What’s with all the new trees lying in the I-481 cloverleaf at Kirkville Road?. If you drive the cloverleaf interchange in the Town of DeWitt, you’ll notice hundreds of young trees, balled-and-bur lapped, that have yet to be planted.
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