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Another popular chain may be closing stores in New York State soon. This news is concerning, considering another retailer is also closing many locations around the state. Before the recent retailer announced its closing, Rite Aid announced it will be closing many locations due to bankruptcy. Massive Retailer In New...

ROME, N.Y. -- A Rome police officer was punched in the face and head several times. She was on the scene of a car crash when she heard a dispute in a home on Canal Street. Rome Police say 19-year-old Gabriel Edwards was destroying things inside. When the officer responded,...

It is rare to see one moose in the woods let alone two of them locking antlers. One person caught it all on video. Have you ever seen two of these things fight? It's rather a moose-ing... Sorry I had to. It seems like Upstate New York is going moose crazy right now.

CLINTON — The Women’s Association of Stone Presbyterian Church, 8 So. Park Row, will hold their annual Harvest Pie Sale on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. There will be all kinds of delicious homemade pies, but the focus will be on apple. This will be a drive-thru sale. Patrons can drive up to the curb and buy a pie without leaving their vehicle. The proceeds from this sale will go to support the church’s various mission projects.

Utica, N.Y. — A Central New York man was arrested for murder with help of a local SWAT unit Saturday morning, police said. James Beard, 47, of Utica was arguing with Curtis Henry, 44, of Verona, around 8 p.m. on the 100 block of Boyce Ave in Utica on Friday, said Lt. Michael Curley, a spokesperson for the Utica Police.

The fall is officially here and the cooler nights and mornings are upon us! As the leaves change and the snow starts to fly, there are a few wondering if THIS is the year that the laws change regarding the use of fireplaces and wood stoves to heat their homes.

Ready for the snow? Most people in New York State are still enjoying the warm weather of the summer. However, there is at least one model that shows snow for portions of New York State on a specific day. As we approach the official start of the fall and Autumn...

Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency in New York City, Long Island, and the Mid-Hudson region due to heavy rain and ongoing flash flooding. As of Friday morning, six inches of rain has already fallen in Brooklyn, with peak rainfall rates reaching three inches per hour. This severe weather has caused significant travel and transit disruptions in the affected areas. Governor Hochul emphasized the need for immediate action to address the storm and flood response, stating that her team is in close communication with city and county partners to ensure the safety of New Yorkers. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has activated the State Emergency Operations Center to monitor the situation in real-time and provide support to local governments upon request. The State Office of Fire Prevention and Control has also mobilized flood rescue teams to assist with emergency response efforts in Nassau County and Westchester County. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for most of the impacted regions, along with Flash Flood Warnings and Coastal Flood Advisories as conditions continue to change. Governor Hochul's declaration of a State of Emergency in New York City, Long Island, and the Mid-Hudson region is a crucial step in addressing the current severe weather conditions. With heavy rain and ongoing flash flooding, immediate action is needed to ensure the safety and well-being of New Yorkers. The State Emergency Operations Center is actively monitoring the situation, working closely with city and county partners to coordinate response efforts effectively.

The biggest landfill in New York state could be getting bigger. A fact that many of us would rather ignore is that our trash has to go somewhere. But with trash literally just piling up, how big can a landfill get? The biggest one in New York is looking to answer that question.

FLOYD, N.Y. -- The CNY SPCA is investigating a case of animal cruelty in Oneida County. A warning: the following photos and video are graphic. They will appear at the bottom of this story. The two dogs that were rescued Friday from a home in Floyd are severely emaciated. In...

CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — People around Central New York will have the chance to enjoy “Locktoberfest” festivals in multiple locations near the Erie Canal, Oswego Canal and Champlain Canal. Event schedule:. Locktoberfest Lockport, Canal Street. This celebration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10...

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Witness the unfolding of events in Pittsfield, as the Berkshire County District Attorney's office clears a state trooper of charges in a shooting incident. Experience the intensity through the released 911 call and body cam footage.

The New York State DEC has announced that bowhunting seasons for deer and bear will begin in the Southern Zone, which includes Chautauqua County, on Sunday. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos says, "New York State is home to great opportunities for bowhunters to venture afield in a variety of habitats. With mild weather and longer days, the early bow season is an ideal time to be in the woods and introduce new hunters to deer and bear hunting."

What are they smoking? The Hochul administration is nowhere close to implementing a statewide system to test whether motorists are driving stoned – more than two-and-a-half years after New York legalized recreational pot use.  The state Department of Health is searching for the latest technology to test whether drivers are impaired by weed — the second time it has made such a solicitation in the past year. “With the legalization of adult-use cannabis, there are concerns of increased incidences of driving while impaired after cannabis use,” DOH said in a Sept. 8 solicitation seeking the latest academic research for cannabis testing — including...

Utica Police are asking for your help in determining what caused a deadly accident early Friday morning. Utica Police are asking for your help in determining what caused a deadly accident early Friday morning.

ONEIDA COUNTY — County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced that Oneida County has issued a Local Emergency Order that bars the acceptance of newly expanded New York City rental vouchers without his authorization. “This is just a veiled attempt by Mayor Adams to pass New York City’s migrant...

A 21-year-old Rhode Island native was one of two people who died in a multi-car crash in Utica, New York, this weekend. Utica police say officers responded to Culver Ave. at Lansing St. around 12:05 a.m. Saturday for a motor vehicle accident and found two cars badly damaged, with both drivers unresponsive.

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp all across Upstate New York, there's something magical about dining this time of year. Here are the Top 15 must visit fall restaurants. Let's be honest, with our stunning fall foliage, cozy clothing, and massive appetites, Central New York, the...

New York State may be home to some of the busiest cities in all of America. We are also home to some of the best towns when it comes to raising families?