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Showers return on Sunday
August 15, 2026, 5:45 am | Source
It won't be a washout, but showers will return on Sunday.
Trump rallies with GOP candidate for N.Y. governor on Long Island
August 15, 2026, 1:20 am | Source
"He's a friend of mine for a long time, a great political leader, a great politician," the president said of Bruce Blakeman.
Things to do in Central New York: Shakespeare In the Park
August 14, 2026, 11:39 am | Source
Here are some events happening around Central New York this weekend.
How to ensure tree health amid severe weather, flooding and invasive species
August 14, 2026, 11:02 am | Source
Trees near you could pose a safety risk and eventually cost you thousands of dollars in cleanup.
Siena Poll raises questions about how campaign for N.Y. governor could impact congressional races
August 14, 2026, 9:50 am | Source
A recent Siena poll is raising questions about what turnout in the governor’s race and the final margin could mean for those down ballot races.
Niagara County radiation investigation collides with governor’s race
August 14, 2026, 8:38 am | Source
Some affected homeowners have spent weeks asking Gov. Kathy Hochul to visit their neighborhood and hear their concerns firsthand.
New state law expands hospital security authority
August 14, 2026, 6:53 am | Source
A new New York law gives qualified St. Peter's Hospital security officers peace-officer authority to protect staff.
Health department confirms case of measles in Seneca County
August 14, 2026, 6:10 am | Source
The patient was unvaccinated and had recently traveled to Pennsylvania, where there have been 296 total cases of measles so far this year.
Inside Sculpture Space: The artist residency program thriving after $33,000 award
August 14, 2026, 2:30 am | Source
Twenty artists from around the world have come to Utica through a $33,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Public safety funding coming to city of Syracuse, Onondaga County
August 14, 2026, 2:16 am | Source
Both organizations will share a $151,000 federal grant.
How walleye are prepped for stocking in New York state's waterways
August 14, 2026, 2:09 am | Source
According to the New York State Department of Conservation, almost 190,000,000 walleye are stocked in 35 waterways across the state.
Syracuse police officers injured in Friday morning crash
August 14, 2026, 1:46 am | Source
Officials say it happened just after 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Townsend Street and Erie Boulevard East.
Peace officer law gives hospital security staff new powers
August 13, 2026, 12:30 pm | Source
A bill signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul grants peace officer status to security officers at St. Peter’s Health Partners hospitals.
McMahon retains counsel in legal fight over term limits
August 13, 2026, 11:09 am | Source
The Onondaga County executive obtained legal representation in the board of elections battle.
Fueled and focused: Hydration strategies for student-athletes in training
August 13, 2026, 8:32 am | Source
For student-athletes, proper hydration could be the difference between simply getting through a workout and being ready to perform at their best.
Hochul warns Washington is gutting New York healthcare, but billions in new rural funding complicate the picture
August 13, 2026, 8:15 am | Source
Gov. Hochul was in Fredonia Thursday to highlight $124 million in state funding for the new Northern Chautauqua Hospital.
Partial eclipse darkens skies across upstate New York Wednesday
August 13, 2026, 7:41 am | Source
This came at the same time other people across the world experienced a total solar eclipse, just like upstate did back in 2024.
Older New Yorkers continue to face barriers to care
August 13, 2026, 7:30 am | Source
Its been one year since Gov. Kathy Hochul released the state’s Master Plan for Aging.
Tonko says Trump's resistance to offshore wind is stifling economic development upstate
August 13, 2026, 7:30 am | Source
The Capital Region Democrat criticized the Trump administration’s recent strategy to buy out companies developing offshore wind projects.
Many customers in New York having services turned off as they struggle to afford utilities
August 13, 2026, 6:22 am | Source
It doesn’t happen overnight or without warning, but thousands of utility customers are being left in the dark during these difficult times.
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