Common council delays vote on act that would increase police transparency
Councilors delayed the legislation at Monday’s meeting, citing concerns from Syracuse Police Department Chief Kenton Buckner. Read more »
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Why protesters are demanding answers from SPD about Steve Smith's killing
Last Chance for Change and other activist groups in the city have continued to speak out against Steve Smith’s killing. Read more »
Breonna Taylor protest in Syracuse draws over 100 people
About 100 people gathered in Clinton Square on Thursday to condemn the lack of indictments for the officers who killed Breonna Taylor. Read more »
Syracuse parents, students lack tech and training for remote classes
Despite the additional assistance from the district, many parents found themselves overwhelmed and confused throughout the first week of school. Read more »
City experts explain recent law that protects tenants
The legislation, which prevents landlords from evicting someone for nonpayment on an unregistered house, will go into effect Nov. 15. Read more »
Landlords, SU work to enforce social distancing among off-campus students
SU officials met with off-campus landlords to talk about SU’s public health guidelines and how landlords could promote them. Read more »
Last Chance for Change protests for a 3rd day outside SPD headquarters
Protesters with Last Chance for Change marched for a third day on Tuesday to protest two SPD officers who shot and killed a man. Read more »
Last Chance for Change, Steve Smith's family rally for 2nd day of protests
Two SPD officers shot and killed Smith on Sept. 4 during an exchange of gunfire at the Sunoco Gas Station on North State Street. Read more »
Here's what Syracuse renters should know as eviction moratorium ends
Tenants’ organizations in Syracuse are working to educate tenants on how they can protect their rights, pay off back rent and avoid eviction. Read more »
Last Chance for Change protests SPD shooting of man on North Side
Two SPD officers shot and killed Steve Smith on Sept. 4 during an exchange of gunfire at a Sunoco on State Street. Read more »
Syracuse gardens offer residents sense of community during pandemic
Syracuse Grows has continued to help the community gardens operate throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Read more »
City publishes inventory of SPD's military surplus equipment
Syracuse released an inventory of its police department’s military equipment, which includes jackets, backpacks and a large mine-resistant vehicle. Read more »
Council to vote on ‘Right to Know Act’ 18 months after bill was pushed
The act requires officers to identify themselves, obtain consent to unwarranted searches and record their interactions while making stops. Read more »
Mental health experts predict emotional challenges as CNY schools reopen
Teachers and mental health experts said many factors in school reopening plans such as screen time, social connections, and physical activity can impact mental health for students and teachers in different ways. Read more »
Syracuse residents demand more transparency, resources from school district
A small group of parents and educators marched to the Syracuse City School District’s offices Monday to demand more information about reopening plans. Read more »
City activists call for expansion of SPD review board
Members of Syracuse’s Citizen Review Board think the group’s power should be expanded to ensure police officers are disciplined appropriately. Read more »
Local businesses still see fewer customers despite students' return to SU
Though thousands of students have returned to the area surrounding SU, local businesses said their stores and restaurants have not seen as many customers as they typically do. Read more »
Syracuse to cut $18.1 million from city budget due to coronavirus pandemic
The city will significantly cut funding from the Syracuse City Police Department. Read more »
Teen brings Black Lives Matter movement to Manlius
Frustrated by racism, Leila Abdul-Malak raIses awareness in Manlius. Read more »
Last Chance for Change demonstrators march through SU campus
Protests against police brutality entered their tenth consecutive day in Syracuse. Read more »
Over 6,000 people sign petition to remove Christopher Columbus statue
The petition calls for the city of Syracuse to remove a statue of Christopher Columbus from Columbus Circle. Read more »
Over 1,000 people march in Black Lives Matter protest
Protesters in Syracuse have continued for eight consecutive days in response to the alleged murder of George Floyd in the custody of Minneapolis police. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh joins marchers on 6th day of protests
Protesters continue to march in Syracuse to protest police brutality. Read more »
Live updates: Syracuse protesters march for 3rd day
Protesters gathered outside the Public Safety Building for a third day as the county rescinded its mandatory curfew. Read more »
