Downtown Syracuse fashion show returns with bold new styles
The annual Syracuse Style Fashion Show presents downtown Syracuse as a serious retail destination that can be overshadowed by Destiny USA. Read more »
Culture
Mano a mano, La Casita Cultural Center helps bilingual learners grow
La Casita’s bilingual library connects SU volunteers with Latinx communities through multicultural programs for all ages. Read more »
Tere Paniagua has been a humble force in Syracuse’s Latinx community for nearly 15 years
As the director of two Latinx cultural centers Tere Paniagua has made it her mission to bring together the Syracuse University community with Latinx locals. Read more »
7 things to do in Syracuse this weekend
From cultural street fairs to night time concerts here are a few options for how to enjoy the final days of the summer. Read more »
Dogfish Head Brewery missed their shot at a sour craft beer
Don’t let Dogfish Head SeaQuench Ale be your first sour. Definitely do not let it be your last. Read more »
Westcott Street Cultural Fair celebrates 25 years
In 1992, a group of local volunteers in the Westcott community put together a fair to stir the economic pot. The fair still serves as a hallmark of the community. Read more »
Block Blitz went from planting trees to helping revitalize an entire block of homes
Community revitalization nonprofits are coming together for a day of building, bonding and beautification to rebrand the South Side. Read more »
Syracuse native Rev. Theodore Hesburgh commemorated on stamp
A century after he was born in Syracuse, Rev. Theodore Hesburgh will be honored for his work for social justice at Notre Dame and in the Catholic Church. Read more »
Latinx fraternities and sororities give students a sense of belonging
For decades Latinx greek organizations have provided a community for hundreds of students on Syracuse University's campus. Five of those students shared their personal journey with their fraternity or sorority with The D.O. Read more »
Two Syracuse nonprofits will host third annual Justice Walk/Run to benefit immigrants
The 5K walk and run at Onondaga Lake Park will be filled with people dressed as Supreme Court justices. Read more »
With the presence of Latinx students growing on campus, two new clubs are working to spark fresh conversations
The Dominican Student Association and Xicanxs Empowering Xicanxs came back to campus last fall ready to advocate for overlooked students on campus. Read more »
Gallery: Juice Jam 2017 filled with killer whales, crowdsurfing
The 14th annual Juice Jam festival featured five artists on Sunday afternoon. Headliner Diplo, Ugly God, MØ, Smallpools and Jeremy Zucker played popular and new tracks. Read more »
Q&A: Musician Cliff Diver jumps into his solo career
Singer and songwriter Cliff Diver will open for Smart Alec Friday at Woody’s, and will play his own show at InsideOut Tavern on the Sept. 22. Read more »
3 things to know about late night talk show host and comedian Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah will perform his stand-up show in Syracuse on Dec. 8 at the Landmark Theatre. The comedian is semi-new to the late-night scene but has been a hit. Read more »
Meet the man who created the 1st Latina superhero to have her own comic book
Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez aims to empower young people with his self-published comic about a Puerto Rican superhero. Read more »
Tattoo serves as motivation for Syracuse University junior to follow her dream
Angela Gallina uses her treble clef tattoo to embody her passion for music and the significant outlet it has been for her. Read more »
will.i.am defines new era of music industry, joining Mobile Record Label’s startup Amuse
Music columnist Phoebe Smith thinks will.i.am is defining a new type of record label industry as he joins Mobile Record Label’s startup Amuse. Read more »
From astrophysics to fine art, this Ivy League student did an academic 180
For this Ivy League student, switching from logic to creativity made school a positive experience. Read more »
2 million Twitter impressions later, Syracuse University alumnus continues leading conversation on education equity
José Vilson founded EduColor as a way to foster discussion and take action against equity issues in the public school system. Now his Twitter talks trend on a monthly basis. Read more »
Syracuse University alumnus uncovers foggy history of lynching in South
With a new vision and angle, Lance Warren and Hannah Ayer depict the many ways racial terror has reshaped and partially destroyed black families across the country. Read more »
Unimpressed by Juice Jam lineup, students put together their own music festival
“Blacker the Berry,” featuring student DJs and artists, was hosted at the same time as Juice Jam. The student-organized music festival was a response to displeasure over the Juice Jam lineup. Read more »
From Smallpools to Diplo’s diverse music, Juice Jam did not disappoint
Juice Jam 2017’s lineup filled the stages at Skytop. The event was filled with crowd surfers, confetti and Pokemon. Read more »
Mangia, Mangia: Festa Italiana Syracuse celebrates Italian culture
Festa Italiana Syracuse will host its 19th annual celebration this weekend with a meatball eating contest, bocce tournaments and local music and dance groups. Read more »
Counting Crows flew over Syracuse and brought some bangers with them
Adam Duritz and the American rock band captivated the Lakeview Amphitheater’s audience Saturday night with hits like “Omaha,” “Mr. Jones” and “Rain King.” Read more »
