Miner initially issued a press release following Consensus’ publication of the report in which she dismissed the recommended consolidation. Read more »
The citizen group Consensus has released its recommendations on Syracuse-Onondaga merger. Here’s a breakdown of what the report says. Read more »
The citizen group Consensus has released its final recommendations, urging the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County to merge their government and eliminate duplicate services. Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner is not happy with all of the recommendations. Read more »
A round-up of Syracuse news that you might have missed over the weekend. Read more »
Residents discuss recent crime at the DeWitt complex, where a Syracuse University student was shot and killed in late September. Read more »
The timeline for the project, called “Campus Plaza Development," shows March 1 as the start date for construction and August 1 as the first date of occupation. Read more »
The state assembly is expected to propose a ride-hailing bill similar to the Senate bill passed on Feb. 6. If passed, ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft will be allowed to operate in upstate New York. Read more »
President Donald Trump’s recent executive order has caused opposition among local refugee programs. Read more »
The campaign, called “Green Light NY: Driving Together,” calls for all qualified drivers to have licenses, regardless of immigration status. Read more »
The Syracuse Planning Commission Monday night passed the proposal to demolish the structures at 727 S. Crouse Ave., including the popular Hungry Chuck's bar. Read more »
The owner of Amelia Leigh Boutique cited low foot traffic as a reason to shut down the store. Read more »
The Syracuse Planning Commission will vote on a proposal that could change the face of the Marshall Street area. Read more »
The Smart Policing Initiative Grant has sparked the interest of the Syracuse Police Department. If granted, $700,000 would be used to improve funds toward technology and other general improvements specific to the South Side of Syracuse. Read more »
A community engagement initiative recently announced by SU Chancellor Kent Syverud will document the different relationships SU has with local organizations, the city of Syracuse government and other groups. Read more »
Syracuse airport will go through a renovation funded mostly by the state to create more jobs in the city. Read more »
Miner told the committee she would like to see reforms like “comprehensive” contracting oversight and a modernization of the state’s election system. Read more »
Hundreds arrived at Syracuse Hancock International Airport on Sunday evening to protest President Donald Trump's recent immigration and refugee executive order. Read more »
Hundreds of people showed up to Hancock International Airport to protest Donald Trump’s executive order banning immigration from seven majority Muslim countries. Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner spoke at the protest. Read more »
Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner vows to keep fighting in the wake of President Donald Trump signing executive action to cut federal funds to “sanctuary cities.” Read more »
In an effort to modernize voting process, New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo proposed a new plan allowing early voting, automatic voter registration and same-day voter registration throughout the state. Read more »
Following the historically high homicide rate in Syracuse last year, the Syracuse Police Department is looking to establish a special task force. Read more »
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that $50 million will be used for building an expo center while $20 million will be used for improvement works for I-690 as part of his Upstate Revitalization Initiative. Read more »
Local Syracuse Muslim residents and students are worried about Donald Trump’s next four years in office, but remain committed to speaking about Islam and educating others about the religion. Read more »
The Daily Orange talks to a Syracuse immigrant who was born in a Kenyan refugee camp and how an SU student thinks of Syracuse being declared as a sanctuary city. Read more »
