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‘Hamilton’ musical returning to Syracuse: Don’t throw away your shot
Don’t throw away your shot to see one of the biggest musicals of the 21st century. “Hamilton” is returning to Syracuse in fall 2025 as an add-on to the M&T Bank Broadway in Syracuse’s 2025-2026 season, Famous Artists announced Tuesday. The Tony-winning smash will be staged at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse.
Update: Man shot on I-690 in Syracuse expected to survive; highway lanes have reopened
Update 8:42 p.m.: I-690 lanes have reopened. Update 8:20 p.m.: A man was shot in the upper body on Interstate 690 East near Teall Avenue, said Kieran Coffey, a Syracuse police spokesperson. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Longtime Boilermaker Runner Passes Away Moments After Crossing the Finish Line
One of the most popular events every summer in Central New York is the Boilermaker Road Race. People from 45 different states and 11 countries traveled to Utica, NY for this years big event on the second Sunday in July. Overall it was a huge success. However, for one longtime Boilermaker Nation representative the race ended in tragedy.
Tour of the trucking training simulator in Kirkwood
Kirkwood N.Y. (WIVT/WGBH) — The New York State Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon and State Senator Lea Webb took part in an event at Doron Precision Systems in Kirkwood to watch, learn, and test drive the 550Truckplus simulator. The simulators were designed to help student drivers practice driving a tractor trailer without risking the safety of […]
Lake George beach closed due to E. coli from storm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has temporarily closed Lake George's Million Dollar Beach. The closure is due to the heavy rains which resulted in elevated levels of E. coli in the water.
Rome's Lauren Cupp takes second at state mid-amateur championship
SKANEATELES — Rome's Lauren Cupp turned in another top finish at the New York State Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship. Cupp, playing as a member of Yahnundasis Golf Club, finished as co-runner-up of the 15th state Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship in the two-day (Tuesday and Wednesday), 36-hole event at Skaneateles Country Club.
Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Ghost Gun Trafficking Operation in Queens
New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced a 625-count indictment charging five individuals for their involvement in a gun trafficking operation that sold dozens of ghost guns, assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition in Queens, New York. An investigation led by the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) recovered 86 firearms – including 55 ghost guns and 25 assault weapons – along with over 90 high-capacity magazines and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. The individuals involved in the operation transported 3D-printed ghost guns assembled in Nassau County and serialized firearms purchased in Indiana into Queens, where they were stored and sold.
New coach preps to rebuild CNY boys soccer program: ‘Win or lose, I’ll have those kids’ backs all day’
Syracuse, N.Y. — Mike Hanley learned the joy of playing as a soccer underdog more than two decades ago. He easily flashes back to 2002, his senior season in a West Genesee uniform. Not much was expected of that Wildcats team by anyone outside the program. But Hanley and his teammates had different ideas.
Drone videos capture intense storm damage in Rome and Canastota
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers. Drone video of Rome damage Video courtesy of Ben Augustine. In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado. Areas in Downtown Rome, neighborhoods, and […]
DPSO Sheriff recognizes two for life saving efforts
On July 16, 2024, Sheriff Jayson Richardson recognized Patrol Division Dy. Tristan Reed and Sgt. Angela Jordan for their exceptional service in responding to an active shooting that took place in DeSoto Parish on July 6, 2024. Both Dy. Reed and Sgt. Jordan responded without hesitation, thereby offering life-saving techniques...
More than 10k people without power in Rome, neighbors describe area as 'war zone'
ROME, N.Y. — Update:. As of early Wednesday morning, there are still no reports of injuries to people in the City of Rome following a strong storm on Tuesday, July 16. National grid reports more than 10,000 customers are without power in Rome alone. The number across Oneida County sits at above 20,000 as of Wednesday morning.
Slominski Hired by Catamounts of UVM
OSWEGO, NY – Danielle Slominski, the Lakers women's ice hockey assistant coach, is moving on to the NCAA Division I University of Vermont Catamounts as their Director of Operations for women's ice hockey. "We are really excited to welcome Dani to the Vermont women's hockey family," said Plumer. "She...
35-year-old Oswego man charged with murder in 38-year-old woman’s death
OSWEGO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On July 13, the Oswego police were called to 30 West Schuyler Street for a welfare check on a woman who seemed to be unconscious. When they arrived, Oswego firefighters told police the woman, later identified as 38-year-old Rachael Allen from Baldwinsville, was dead. The Onondaga County Medical Examiner then did […]
Update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds to hit Oswego County Tuesday
On Tuesday at 3:08 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 3:30 p.m. for Oswego County. Residents should be prepared for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 3:08 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Redfield to...
You may be eligible for a free air conditioner in NY. Here's what you should know
Some New Yorkers may be eligible for a free air conditioner through New York's expanded Essential Plan program early next year. "As part of Governor Hochul's recently announced Extreme Heat Action Plan, the State's Essential Plan will add coverage for the purchase, delivery and installation of air conditioners for members with persistent asthma," the state Department of Health said. "While this program is currently under development, we intend to perform consumer and provider education and outreach so members know about the benefit."
NY declares state of emergency after tornado and storm damage. Here's what it means
A state of emergency has been declared for all of New York after several strong storms wreaked havoc across the state within the past week. Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement late Tuesday after the latest of the storms toppled church steeples and knocked out power for many residents in Rome. Nine tornadoes have been confirmed statewide so far as a result of the recent severe weather, with one of the most recent tearing through Canandaigua.
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