State to halt collecting of medical, student debt
New York will not collect medical or student debt owed to the state until at least April 15, officials announced Tuesday. Read more »
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Professors collaborate on environment and energy projects across state
The Syracuse Center of Excellence is providing $109,368 to fund eight environmental and energy technology projects involving New York academics. Read more »
Coronavirus cases in New York jump to 22
State officials confirmed 11 new cases Thursday centered around New York City. Read more »
2nd coronavirus case confirmed in New York
The 50 year-old male patient lives in Westchester County and works in Manhattan, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday. Read more »
Syracuse retailers adjust to plastic bag ban
A state-wide ban on single-use plastic bags went into effect Sunday. Read more »
Activists protest Rep. Katko’s endorsement of Trump
Local activists protested outside of Rep. John Katko's Syracuse office Tuesday after he said he would support President Donald Trump’s reelection in 2020. Read more »
2nd Cornell student tests negative for coronavirus
As of Sunday, no student at Cornell University is being tested for the novel coronavirus, the university said in a press release. Read more »
New York State Bar Association approves recreational cannabis use
The Committee on Cannabis Law supports legalizing recreational cannabis use for adults, but provided a list of recommendations for any forthcoming legislation. Read more »
Cornell student tests negative for coronavirus, 2nd being tested
The student is currently in isolation and receiving medical treatment. Read more »
Cornell student being tested for coronavirus
A Cornell University student has presented symptoms that meet the criteria for testing for the novel coronavirus. Read more »
State lead law may affect Syracuse children
The new standards were enacted in Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 2020 Executive Budget and go into effect Oct. 1, when the fiscal year begins. Read more »
Our reader: I-81 community grid proposal could harm Salina economy
Our reader argues that a grid-only redesign of I-81 could negatively impact businesses that rely on the interstate for stability. Read more »
Mayor Ben Walsh’s proposed budget would raise city property taxes
The Syracuse mayor’s 2020 budget proposes tax hikes to decrease the city’s budget deficit. Read more »
SU lobbying spending drop is due to government relations team’s shift
Syracuse University’s lobbying expenditures fell by 96 percent over the last 10 years. Read more »
Legalizing recreational marijuana shouldn’t worry New York residents
Conservative columnist Harrison Garfinkle says that New York state needs to pass legislation in regard to marijuana legalization. Read more »
Congress should spend reserve of money to protect parks
Congress should use all of the Land and Water Conservation Fund money to protect parks such as those in Onondaga County. Read more »
Librarians to rally in Albany for funding on Wednesday
The New York Library Association will lead the annual rally to call for greater funding for libraries. Read more »
Food bank starts program to feed hungry families over school breaks
The Food Bank of Central New York started the program to feed children left without school meals over winter recess. Read more »
Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter announces support for I-81 grid replacement
Hunter said the grid is the least disruptive choice and will seize less private property than the other two options. Read more »
New York state defends women’s health with Reproductive Health Act
The Reproductive Health Act passed through the state’s Legislature on the 46th anniversary of the United States Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision. Read more »
You Op To Know: Liberal columnist discusses Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s national presence
Assistant Editorial Editor Michael Sessa and Liberal columnist Nicholas Turner discuss New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s increasing national presence. Read more »
Gov. Andrew Cuomo needs to focus on New York state
Our liberal columnist Nick Turner believes that Andrew Cuomo would have success on the national political stage, but he has to follow through on his promises to New York State first. Read more »
Government shutdown affects central New York
Food stamps and Section 8 housing vouchers could be at risk if the shutdown continues. Read more »
New York schools to implement mental health education
New York is the first state to require mental health education from elementary to high school. Read more »
