3 news stories you may have missed this week
A former Syracuse University conduct adviser pleaded guilty to the charge of possessing child pornography and given a 10-year probationary sentence. Read more »
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‘Syracuse Surge’ idea could modernize our city
Business columnist Santiago Hernandez encourages readers to learn more about the “Syracuse Surge” initiative proposed by Mayor Ben Walsh. Read more »
Opioid addiction treatment court opens in Syracuse
Judge Rory McMahon is presiding over the new opioid court, which was opened to help people who were arrested get treatment for their addictions. Read more »
Planning board does not discuss special permit proposal for apartment building Westcott Remix
Syracuse’s City Planning Commission denied relief for Westcott Remix, a proposed four-story building. Read more »
Syracuse Common Council approves sidewalk snow plowing contract
JSK Snow Services, Inc. will help clear 40 miles of sidewalk in the city of Syracuse. Read more »
Syracuse Common Councilors react to ‘State of the City’ address
The councilors spoke about advancements to economic development initiatives and the mayor’s goal of achieving fiscal sustainability. Read more »
SU community members call on Kent Syverud to endorse community grid option
In December, The Daily Orange received a letter to the editor calling on Chancellor Syverud to publicly endorse a community grid. Read more »
Hundreds gather in downtown Syracuse for Women’s March
Protesters marched from the Everson Museum of Art to the University United Methodist Church in support of women’s rights and other intersectional social justice issues. Read more »
Mayor Walsh gives updates on economic growth initiatives in 2nd ‘State of the City’ address
Walsh announced two major developments to his “Syracuse Build” initiative, including a collaboration with Syracuse University. Read more »
Common Council debates sales tax-sharing agreement with Onondaga County
The agreement would share sales tax with Onondaga County, and it would last until 2030. Read more »
5G could revitalize Syracuse
The city of Syracuse can also benefit from the installation of 5G infrastructure. It is estimated that network providers will invest $275 billion over the next decade to install the next-generation wireless network, which could provide three million new jobs and boost the country’s GDP by half a trillion dollars. Read more »
DeWitt Town Board argues against community grid solution to I-81 viaduct
The town board referenced six public opinion polls conducted since 2013 which convey support for preserving I-81’s current Syracuse route among central New York residents. Read more »
Opioid court is a great step toward lower crime rates in Syracuse
Moderate columnist Bethanie Viele argues that the new opioid court that uses treatment as an opportunity for addicts to avoid or reduce jail time is a great step. Read more »
Report details barriers to economic opportunity in Syracuse
The “Below the Line” report was released in November to give context to numbers surrounding economic opportunity in the city. Read more »
New police chief Kenton Buckner earned reputation as a progressive leader
Buckner's top priorities three priorities as head of the Syracuse Police Department are to decrease violent crime, increase the diversity of the police force and build relationships with the community. Read more »
4 news stories you missed this weekend while you were watching the battle of the Boeheims
Syracuse University’s Trans Day of Remembrance and a dredging project in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor were in the news this weekend. Read more »
Common Council could allocate more funds for SU area bicycle network
The Council will vote Monday on a proposal to approve an additional $330,500 for the University Hill Bike Network Implementation Project. If approved, the money will be used to purchase ice bikes, which have blades that let them go smoothly over icy paths. Read more »
Syracuse partners with tech startup to address crime, housing stability
Syracuse has partnered with Startup in Residence to help develop and test proposals from local companies, with a goal of increasing the quality of life. Read more »
STATE OF MIND: Syracuse has one of the highest rates of poor mental health in New York state
Onondaga County residents had an average of 3.8 poor mental health days per month in 2018, just below the central New York average of 3.9.… Read more »
IN THEIR OWN WORDS: US military members describe significance of Veterans Day
Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Read more »
Veterans honored during ceremony in downtown Syracuse
The ceremony was held at the Onondaga County War Memorial. Read more »
Gallery: More than 100 people protest Trump at downtown Syracuse rally
The protest was organized in response to the ouster of Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Similar demonstrations were held in cities nationwide. Read more »
4 news stories you missed during Family Weekend
From local politics to campus speakers, these are four of the biggest stories to catch up on from the weekend. Read more »
5 ways to keep your family entertained this weekend
If football isn’t your favorite thing, here are some other ideas for how to spend Family Weekend. Read more »
