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Student journalists get hands-on education covering DNC in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Some students from Syracuse University in New York got the opportunity of a lifetime this past week. They came to Chicago to report for newspapers and television outlets that couldn't send anyone to cover the Democratic National Convention.CBS News Chicago tagged along with the students who said the experience was a very big deal for them.Joel Kaplan, an associate dean for graduate studies at Syracuse, was leading the way for his political reporting class at the Newhouse School of Public Communications to get the scoop at the DNC."This is like a preview of political reporting, so I...
Syracuse basketball 5-star commit, 4-star and 5-star recruits to battle in showcase
In December, a Syracuse basketball commit and various priority recruits will compete in an annual event in the Sunshine State that features an absolutely loaded field. The City of Palms Classic occurs every year on the high school basketball calendar, and it is one of the top showcases, featuring nationally ranked programs and some of the best prospects across various recruiting cycles.
Madison County real estate: 10 most expensive homes sold, Aug. 17-23
A house in Cazenovia that sold for $860,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Madison County in the past week. In total, 12 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $407,500. The average price per square foot was $185.
Holes-in-one for Central New York golfers (as of August 23)
Here’s a list of holes-in-ones through August 23 and other accomplishments by Central New York golfers:. Tim Slavik, Aug. 18, on the 136-yard No. 17 hole at Foxfire using a pitching wedge. Witnessed by Ben Slavik. Mike Fischer, Aug. 18, on the 130-yard No. 7 hole at McConnellsville using...
Syracuse Basketball: 'Zero concerns' about Vegas tourney with millions in NIL payouts
Syracuse basketball is set to play in a Las Vegas-based event held in 2025 that would provide participating schools with millions of dollars in name, image and likeness ("NIL") payouts. An article earlier this week from Daniel Libit of Sportico noted a memo circulated by the NCAA that seems to...
Legendary Rock Band to Close Out The Great New York State Fair with Explosive Labor Day Show
Get ready to rock out this Labor Day as Jackyl, the iconic rock band with over 30 years of touring under their belt, takes the stage at Suburban Park on Monday, September 2 at 6:00 p.m. This electrifying performance marks the grand finale of The 2024 Great New York State Fair’s 13-day run.
Beautiful weekend for the Fair!
After a beautiful Friday with sunshine and temperatures in the low 80's, expect more of the same this weekend!. Another mostly sunny day with temperatures climbing into the low 80s with now chance of rain!. We can thank a dominant high-pressure system across the northeast shielding central New York from...
Defensive Line — 2024 Syracuse Football preview
The Orange defensive line gas gone through almost a complete makeover. Nose tackle Kevon Darton (transfer to Arizona), defensive tackle Terry Lockett (transfer to Appalachian State), edge rusher Leon Lowery (transfer to Wisconsin), and Caleb Okechukwu (completed his eligibility) all are no longer with the SU football program, taking 26.5 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, and six fumble recoveries from last season with them.
Section III cheerleaders take over syracuse.com’s 2024 media day (48 photos)
Cicero, N.Y. — Cheerleaders from 30 Section III cheer squads took over syracuse.com’s 2024 media days at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. Syracuse.com media day is presented by Rainbow Lettering. These cheerleaders had some fun as they posed with teammates to show off their unique personalities. If you purchase...
A taste of Syracuse Halal Gyro at the Fair
(WSYR-TV) — Food from a variety of different cultures is available at the Fair every year. This morning, we got a taste of Syracuse Halal Gyro, located near the Dairy Goat Show tent. Meru Patel and Rami Amer joined Erik and Iris to offer a taste of some of...
Rural New York Counties Face Spike in Gun Violence at Start of Deer Hunting Season
A recent study has uncovered a concerning pattern in rural New York and across similar regions: gun violence surges significantly at the beginning of deer hunting season. Research led by Patrick Sharkey from Princeton University highlights a troubling 49% increase in firearm-related injuries and deaths during the first week of the hunting season compared to the week before. This spike persists even after excluding rare hunting accidents from the analysis.
New York DMV Launches New User Friendly Website
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the launch of a new and improved website designed to be more user-friendly regarding customer service. If you've ever had to deal with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) website in the past you are well aware that oftentimes it wasn't the easiest website to find what you were looking for and sometimes the customer service would be what some would call "lacking".
First Alert Weather: More fun in the sun for Western New York!
A large area of high pressure will continue to dominate the Great Lakes and the eastern half of the country for the next few days. As a result, there will be little change in the overall weather conditions for Rochester. However, the temperature will slowly rise, along with the humidity. The heat is not over just yet, as the high temperature may reach 90 degrees by Tuesday.
$646 Million Investment to Transform New York’s Health Care Workforce
Paving the Way for Future Health Care Professionals. New York has announced a transformative initiative for its health care sector, allocating up to $646 million over the next three years to the Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program. This program, supported by Workforce Investment Organizations (WIOs) such as 1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds, Iroquois Healthcare Association, and the Finger Lakes Performing Provider System, aims to recruit and train thousands of new health, mental health, and social care workers. This investment will address critical workforce shortages and enhance career advancement opportunities for existing professionals across the state.
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
NYSP prepare for the first weekend of the New York State Fair traffic
GEDDES, N.Y. — The first weekend of the New York State Fair is already here, and with larger crowds expected to pass through between Saturday and Sunday — fairgoers having fun in a safe environment will be the priority for New York State Police. The state fair has...
Statewide ‘High Visibility Engagement Campaign’ Continues Through Labor Day
OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County STOP-DWI Coordinator David Hall reports that police agencies and STOP-DWI coordinators across the state will continue their end-of-summer “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” through Labor Day, Sept. 2. The special effort aims to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and provide additional law enforcement patrols.
Wonderful weather for the last full August weekend
Saturday August 24, 2024 — A slight increase in mid to upper level clouds this afternoon has made blue skies a touch hazy, but under approaching high pressure, conditions have remained mainly dry. The lone exception has been down Route 104 west towards Niagara and Erie Counties where a few showers have popped over the course of the middle of the afternoon. The showers will weaken as it runs into drier air to the east, possibly just clipping parts of Monroe County.
Convocation 2024: Celebrating and Welcoming New Students (Video)
While new students have spent the last several days moving into residence halls and getting settled, New Student Convocation marked their official welcome to the Syracuse University community and their very first time gathering as a class. During the annual tradition, which takes place in the JMA Wireless Dome, the...
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