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Snowy Surprises: Central New York Braces for Winter's Wrath

December 4, 2025

Central New York is gearing up for another round of winter weather. A winter weather advisory is in place for several counties, including Onondaga, Madison, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis. The main culprit? Lake effect snow, which is expected to make its presence felt on Thursday. The National Weathe

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New York Braces for Heavy Snowfall: What You Need to Know

December 2, 2025

New York is gearing up for a significant snowfall as a Nor'easter sweeps through the state. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings, urging residents to be cautious and prepared. The snowfall is expected to be heaviest from Tuesday to Friday, with some areas potentially seeing up to

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Thanksgiving Travel Trouble: Snowy Surprises Ahead for Central NY

November 25, 2025

Central New York is bracing for a snowy Thanksgiving. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the region, including Syracuse. This watch covers the busy travel days leading up to and following Thanksgiving Day. Expect heavy snowfall. More than 7 inches could pile up in cert

crime

A Fugitive's Long Run Ends in Syracuse

November 22, 2025

A man who had been evading justice for nearly a decade finally faced the consequences of his actions. Patrick O'Connor, 39, was apprehended in Syracuse, New York, after a seven-year run from serious charges in Oregon. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office received a tip that led to his arrest, markin

politics

Concrete Plant Plan Sparks Debate Near Syracuse's Aquarium

October 28, 2025

A plan to reopen an old concrete plant near Syracuse's Inner Harbor is causing quite a stir. The plant, which hasn't been used in years, is just two blocks away from a brand new $100 million aquarium. Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon is not happy about this idea. He thinks it's a step backward

crime

Pork Incident Sparks Hate Crime Charges at Syracuse University

September 25, 2025

A shocking event unfolded at Syracuse University when two students were accused of a hate crime. They allegedly threw a bag of pork into a Jewish fraternity house during Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. This act was not just a prank but a serious crime. The university and police took swift action

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Lacrosse Team's Dark Night: When Hazing Turned Into Kidnapping

April 30, 2025

In Syracuse, New York, a group of high school students from Westhill High School found themselves in serious trouble after a prank gone wrong. The incident involved at least 11 students who are now facing felony kidnapping charges. The students had planned to haze younger members of the school’s l

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Winter Storms Bring Heavy Snow and Travel Warnings Across Six States

December 4, 2024

Snow and ice are causing trouble in six states, with winter storm warnings and advisories in place. Michigan and Indiana are the hardest hit, while New York, Tennessee, Minnesota, and Alaska also face challenges. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that travel could be tough due to slippery roa