How will SU's $70 million purchase affect The Marshall? Residents are unsure
SU bought The Marshall in July 2021 for $69.4 million, but residents are concerned over next year's plans. Read more »
Writer archives: Nick Robertson
SA dissatisfied with administration’s response to progressive goals
Although Bruen and Stinfort are having more trouble than expected with administrators, they hope that future meetings can be more productive. Read more »
Francis Conole will run for Congress in attempt to unseat incumbent John Katko
The Democrat will challenge John Katko for the NY-24 seat, joining Steven Holden in the race. Read more »
SA leadership plans to improve student advocacy, visibility
While they have seen slow progress towards bigger initiatives like their climate sustainability plan when talking to administrators, Bruen said staff and faculty seem open to making changes to help their cause. Read more »
Khalid Bey wins Democratic mayoral primary, will face Walsh and Burman
Bey defeated his fellow council member Michael Greene by only 34 votes. The win wasn’t confirmed until a week after election day. Read more »
Janet Burman wins Republican mayoral primary, will face Walsh in November
The community activist will face the city’s current mayor, Ben Walsh, and a Democratic challenger at the ballot box on Nov. 2. Read more »
Everything to know about early voting in Onondaga County's primary elections
Syracuse mayor primary voting is open June 12-20 at four locations throughout Onondaga County. Read more »
Common Council rejects introduction of sidewalk maintenance program
Councilor-at-Large Michael Greene introduced the program, which would commit $4.5 million toward refurbishing and building sidewalks throughout the city, as a late addition to the meeting. Read more »
Syracuse mayoral candidates lay out visions for economic recovery
Syracuse mayoral share how they plan to revitalize the city's economy after the financial difficulties during the pandemic. Read more »
What Syracuse mayoral candidates think about public safety, police reform
Reforming the Syracuse Police Department has been a priority of the Walsh administration, but other candidates say the mayor hasn’t done enough. Read more »
What Syracuse's mayoral candidates think about I-81, SU's role in the city
The five candidates running for mayor of Syracuse answered questions regarding the future of the city. Read more »
Meet the candidates running for Syracuse mayor
The five candidates running for Syracuse mayor — two Democrats, two Republicans and the independent incumbent Mayor Ben Walsh —share their campaign platforms. Read more »
Common Council waives $100,000 in fees for restaurants, bars, theaters
The city will waive license fees for local theaters in 2021 and waive or refund all Certificate of Use fees for restaurants and bars between March 2020 and March 2022. Read more »
Common Council approves youth summer work program
The CNY Works program will place young people in jobs in city departments over the summer. Read more »
New downtown mural will feature 4 of Syracuse’s best basketball players
A six-story mural planned for a building on East Onondaga Street will feature four Syracuse basketball greats. Read more »
Common Council approves $75,000 for mural of Syracuse basketball greats
The mural will feature WNBA superstar Breanna Stewart, Syracuse Nationals champions Dolph Schayes and Earl Lloyd and SU basketball player Manny Breland. Read more »
Armory Square restaurant brings Southern twist to vegan cuisine
Our Vegan Corner in Armory Square serves vegan soul food and mexican food, including mac & cheese, ribs, fried chicken and nachos. Read more »
Common Council approves Syracuse police reform plan
The 79-page document outlines ways SPD can reform its hiring process, response and community outreach, among other changes. Read more »
Updated SPD Reform and Reinvention Plan focuses on transparency
The plan elaborates on alternatives to policing models that the city is looking into, focusing on models for 911 response. Read more »
Student Activism Engagement Team faces pushback from students
In response to protests on campus last academic year, SU formed the team in August 2020 to “support and engage student activism.” Read more »
Breaking down the proposed Syracuse police reform plan
The plan outlines steps to reform SPD’s hiring process, response and community outreach, among other changes. Read more »
Common Council delays vote on SPD reform plan
The plan outlines the SPD's efforts to enact reform in hiring, policy, community relations and other areas. Read more »
Common Council passes resolution to expand SPD mental health training
The resolution calls for Ronald Fish to train the police department’s command staff to identify officers who may be facing mental health issues and assist them in getting professional help. Read more »
Common Council approves grants for additional police, fire equipment
The Syracuse Common Council has approved $203,000 in federal grants for additional equipment for the Syracuse Police Department and Fire Department. Read more »
