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‘When I realized this wasn’t actors or bad AI’: You haven’t been truly scarred until you’ve seen Donald Trump motorboat Rudy Giuliani ⏤ in drag
From Kamala Harris’ viral “coconut tree” meme to online renderings of Republicans as has-been musicians, social media is quickly becoming a valuable battleground for this year’s already chaotic presidential race. Most recently, social media platform TikTok has been responsible for resurfacing a video in which Rudy...
Looking back 60 years at the July 1964 riots in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It all started so innocently: a block party in the Seventh Ward to raise money for a playground. But the arrest of a man for public intoxication was the spark that ignited an inferno on July 24, 1964. That was the first day of riots that...
Select local Verizon stores to give away free backpacks Sunday
Rochester, N.Y. — Eight Verizon stores in the Rochester-Finger Lakes region will distribute free backpacks Sunday as part of the 12th annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. The giveaway starts at 1 p.m. at the following stores:. 5 Franklin Plaza, Dansville. 4245 Lakeville Road, Geneseo. 4756 Lake Road, Brockport. 2157...
SU men’s basketball to face Cornell in November
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Syracuse Orange men’s basketball squad is set to play Cornell at the JMA Wireless Dome this season on November 27. SU and the Big Red met up in the Dome in December last season with the Orange coming out victorious, 81-70. This matchup...
Amazon debuts electric delivery vehicles in Syracuse
SYRACUSE N.Y. — Amazon, in partnership with Rivian, has soft-launched new electric delivery vehicles in the Syracuse area. There are now more than 35 electric delivery vehicles on the road in the region. The rollout is a part of Amazon's commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. The initiative first began in Syracuse with the opening of a delivery station in 2021, which can hold up to 200 electric vehicles.
Syracuse Basketball: 4-star PG talks potential team-up with Kiyan Anthony, winning title
In a recent interview, 2025 four-star point guard Tyler Jackson from Baltimore discussed potentially teaming up at Syracuse basketball with 2025 four-star shooting guard Kiyan Anthony from New York City, and the 6-foot-3 Jackson says that he would have big plans for the duo on the Hill. To date, the...
TSA Intercepts Gun at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport, Said It Belongs to Utica Man
TSA Intercepts Gun at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport, Said It Belongs to Utica Man. The TSA intercepted a loaded firearm at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport on Tuesday—and they say the man whose carry-on it was in is from Utica.
Crumbling 120-year-old warehouse in Syracuse to be demolished for apartments
Syracuse, N.Y. — A crumbling seven-story brick warehouse on the outskirts of downtown Syracuse will be demolished over the next several months to make way for apartments, officials said. The former cold storage facility at 400 Erie Blvd. W. was ordered taken down June 17 and again June 21,...
Men’s Hoops To Make Annual Trip To the Dome To Play Syracuse on Nov. 27
Lexi Woodcock/Cornell Athletics ITHACA, N.Y. -- The Cornell-Syracuse men's basketball series has a date for the 2024-25 season as the Big Red will visit the Orange on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the JMA Wireless Dome. Game time and broadcast information will be announced at a later date. It will be the 129th matchup between the programs on the hardwood, with the Orange holding a commanding 97-31 edge in the all-time series. Syracuse has won 43 consecutive matchups with the Big Red dating back to the 1968-69 season. Last season, Syracuse nailed a season-best 13 3-pointers and Cornell struggled from beyond...
Man offered $50 to attack man later kidnapped, held for days, lawyers say
Syracuse, N.Y. – A trial is underway this week for a Syracuse man accused of aiding in a kidnapping after he was hired to attack a man who was later held for days and tortured. Quincy Williams was paid $50 by his codefendant Tashawn Adams to threaten and attack...
Syracuse Ukrainian Festival returns with authentic cuisine, performances and special beer
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The free two-day Syracuse Ukrainian Festival returns Friday at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church this weekend. The festival is an excellent opportunity to learn about Ukrainian culture and enjoy a fun-filled weekend with friends and family. Come enjoy traditional Ukrainian dishes, such as pyrohy...
Local effort to encourage voter registration in Chemung County
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- A group of Chemung County residents is trying to get the community involved in voting ahead of the upcoming elections. Twice a week, they set up at a grocery store to help people figure out if they're registered to vote, and encourage them to sign up if they aren't.
All-CNY softball player earns roster spot for national showcase game
Syracuse, N.Y. — Fayetteville-Manlius shortstop Megan Woodridge is about to take her spot in a lineup filled with some of the best high school softball prospects nationwide. Woodridge has been named to a team of juniors who will take on upcoming seniors in the prestigious Premier Girls Fastpitch Futures All-American game. The contest is Saturday in Irvine, Calif.
Mother of 2 Says It Cost Her $10 Million In 52 Days After Losing Her Golden Corral Franchise Unlawfully
Sherrance Henderson, an African American mother of two autistic children and the owner of Cornucopia Queen, Inc. (CQI) doing business as Golden Corral, is advancing in her legal battle against Golden Corral Franchise Systems. She is bringing serious allegations of racial discrimination and financial ruin against the franchise, claiming her...
Man reflects on building church steeples ripped from Rome skyline by tornado
FULTON, N.Y. — Bobby Mahar lives in Fulton, and like so many, he watched in horror as the City of Rome suffered massive damage from an EF-2 tornado, including the loss of two steeples sitting atop St. Mary's and the First Presbyterian Church. It devastated me. Like, I almost...
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