Crime and Justice
Judge says city of Syracuse can’t remove Columbus statue
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The judge also ruled that the city must “preserve and maintain” the statue for the rest of its useful life.
Newly released New York congressional maps could result in major changes
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If approved, the new districts would result in some major changes across central and northern New York.
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Katko says he will not seek reelection in 2022
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Central New York Rep. John Katko (R-Camillus) announced Friday that he will not seek reelection in 2022, leaving Congress after first being elected in 2014.
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NYS Fair To Return To 13 Days In 2022
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Average daily attendance at this year’s State Fair was down by more than 50% from the 2019 fair, primarily because of the pandemic.
Brindisi Campaign Says He Now Leads Tenney In 22nd Congressional District Race
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Arguments over challenged ballots continue in Oswego County Court on Monday.
Health
COVID-19 Saliva Test Developed At SUNY Upstate Approved By FDA
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Wednesday approved a saliva test for COVID-19 developed by SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, which means the test can now be used nationwide.
Education
Syracuse University Suspends 23 Students After Large Campus Gathering
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“Make no mistake, there was not a single student who gathered on the Quad [Wednesday] night who did not know and understand that it was wrong to do so.”
Economy
Report: Gyms, Malls, Movie Theaters Will Not Open As Part Of Phase 4
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Broome County Executive Jason Garnar tweeted the Southern Tier region had been cleared to begin Phase 4 Friday. But he did not indicate what businesses would be opening.
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Five Regions Of New York Cleared For Phase 3 Reopening
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“Everybody wants to swim, I understand. Everybody doesn’t want to see a spike in COVID again, so use your judgment. Sometimes yes is not the right answer.”
Government
Former Congressman Hanna, 69, Dies
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Hanna served part of the central New York, the Mohawk Valley and the Southern Tier.
Education
Syracuse Provost Lifts Student Suspensions; Allows Protestors To Stay In Admin Building
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SU officials said they tried to have a “respectful dialogue” with the students, but they were “unwilling.” Students said they were denied food, medicine and hygiene products, and were treated like prisoners.
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Tensions Rise As Protests Continue At Syracuse University
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Syracuse University officials have taken a noticeably tougher stance against protests by #NotAgainSU.
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Syracuse University Places #NotAgainSU Activists On Interim Suspension
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“Syracuse University administration’s handling of these crimes has been insensitive, lackadaisical, and an embarrassment.”
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Winter Storm Ties Up Traffic, Cancels Classes Across New York, Pennsylvania
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Winter storm warnings remain in effect for most of New York through Monday as a large winter storm moves through the region, with storm totals of a foot of snow or more expected in some spots by Monday evening.
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Three Inducted Into Rochester’s National Toy Hall Of Fame
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There are now 71 toys in the National Toy Hall of Fame at the Strong Museum in Rochester, which is the only collections-based museum anywhere devoted solely to studying play.
Government
Congressman Katko: House Dems Wrong To Launch Impeachment Inquiry Now
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“To me, from an evidence standpoint, nowhere near enough to start an impeachment proceeding.”
Government
Where The Region’s Congress Members Stand On Impeachment Proceedings
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Rep. Anthony Brindisi (D-Utica) is the only upstate Democrat to not publicly support impeachment.
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Town Of Vernon Denies Appeal To Hold Woodstock 50 At Vernon Downs
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This is the second site to reject festival
Government
Cuomo Continues To Blame International Commission For High Water On Lake Ontario
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“When you get to a point where you have flooding, by definition you have not done your job. And why they can’t release more water earlier, they’ve never answered.”
News
Dangerous Wind Chills, Lake Effect Snow Makes Travel Difficult, Closes New York Schools
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New York is getting hit with an Arctic blast that, combined with strong winds, is causing dangerously cold wind chills, along with lake effect snow that could add up to four feet in some spots around the North Country.
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Primary Challenger Declared Winner Over Breakaway Democrat Dave Valesky
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SYRACUSE, NY (WRVO) – Rachel May has defeated longtime incumbent state Sen. Dave Valesky in a primary and will be the Democratic nominee in the race for the 53rd state Senate District in November.
News
Trump To Visit Fort Drum, Oneida County Monday
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SYRACUSE, NY (WRVO) – President Donald Trump plans to make stops in the North Country and Mohawk Valley Monday, according to a number of reports.
Elections
Former Syracuse Mayor Announces Independent Run For New York Governor
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SYRACUSE, NY (WRVO) – Former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner is joining the race for governor, according to an announcement reported this morning in the New York Times.
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New York’s Erin Hamlin Selected To carry American Flag During Olympic Opening Ceremonies
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SYRACUSE (WRVO) – Remsen native Erin Hamlin will carry the American flag during the opening ceremonies Friday at the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea.