A look at ride-hailing in Syracuse nearly 1 year after its introduction
One of Syracuse’s top-rated taxi companies has seen its customer base slashed in the year since ride-hailing was legalized in upstate New York. Read more »
Writer archives: Bianca Moorman
Residents discuss community policing during chief search forum
The forum was held on Tuesday night at St. Lucy’s Church. Read more »
Here’s why Syracuse landlords don’t think a new property law will improve housing
A rental registry amendment, passed by Syracuse’s Common Council in March, will require landlords to submit to exterior and interior inspections every three years. Read more »
Police chief, school board members address SCSD safety concerns
Police Chief Frank Fowler said a safety assessment will be conducted in the Syracuse City School District. Read more »
Syracuse airport renovations could benefit economy, official says
The renovations will cost a total of $48 million. Read more »
Graduate students protest public union Supreme Court case
An impending Supreme Court decision could weaken public unions by no longer requiring non-members to pay union dues or fees. Read more »
Plans for Syracuse cost-saving initiatives still in development
Bob Andrews, director of intergovernmental affairs and shared services for the city, said Syracuse is not ready to release any specific ideas regarding the initiative to the public. Read more »
Don’t own a bike in Syracuse? You could be able to rent one by the end of the year.
Mayor Ben Walsh initially proposed the idea during his “state of the city” speech late last month. Read more »
Syracuse-area senator launches campaign for governor
Sen. John DeFrancisco (R-DeWitt) made the announcement Tuesday in the village of Liverpool. Read more »
Local activists oppose proposed National Grid electricity, gas rates increase
The proposed rate increase still requires approval from the New York Public Service Commission. Read more »
Officials: Syracuse sidewalks snow removal plan to be strictly enforced
Ben Walsh, Syracuse’s new mayor, has pledged to have city departments better enforce a snow removal ordinance. Read more »
Officials: More than 650 flu cases confirmed in Onondaga County this season, number expected to rise
The central New York region has seen a high number of flu cases in the last week, a county health official said. Read more »
Pizza chain is 1st confirmed tenant in The Marshall housing project
Blaze Pizza, a fast-casual chain based out of California, will move into The Marshall when the building opens in fall 2018. Read more »
Syracuse awarded $20,000 to improve financial literacy among residents
The grant was provided by the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund to create more financial resources for low- and moderate-income residents. Read more »
Developer: 72-unit student housing project on East Genesee Street to be completed in 2019
The project will be located near South Crouse Avenue across the street from the Genesee Grande Hotel. Read more »
Volunteers prepare for Thanksgiving holiday events at local charities
Teams of volunteers help organizations like the Rescue Mission Alliance and the Samaritan Center feed people on Thanksgiving Day. Read more »
Local firefighters weigh in on cancer treatment bill recently signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo
Under a framework set up under the bill, volunteer firefighters will be able to receive health benefits to help cover the costs of cancer treatment. Read more »
Black Lives Matter Canada co-founder discusses homophobia, transphobia at Syracuse University event
Janaya Khan spoke in Maxwell Auditorium as part of a Coming Out Month event hosted by Syracuse University’s LGBT Resource Center. Read more »
Apartment complex shut down by city officials due to safety concerns
Residents of a North Side apartment complex were forced to leave their homes after city officials said it was not safe for winter weather. Read more »
$8.5 million in renovations will help improve hockey arena and keep team in Syracuse
The Syracuse Crunch hockey team has extended its lease in the War Memorial Arena from seven years to 12 years. Read more »
Officials: Onondaga County’s opioid-related death rate is the highest in New York
In 2016, there were 142 opioid-related deaths reported in Onondaga County. Read more »
Officials say algae blooms in Skaneateles Lake will not affect Onondaga County’s drinking water
Algae blooms will not affect Onondaga County’s drinking water, but officials and experts advise residents to stay away from any discolored water. Read more »
Consensus to push for 2018 merger referendum following shared services plan approval
The citizen group released its recommendation on government service consolidation in February. Read more »
Consensus co-founder: Government merger referendum will not be held this November
Cornelius Murphy, a co-founder of Consensus, said Consensus will wait to address the government consolidation issue until the new shared services panel votes on Onondaga County Executive Joanie Mahoney’s shared services plan. Read more »
