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Trump administration claws back $30 million for I-81 connectivity projects
July 11, 2025, 7:12 pm | Source
Trump and GOP lawmakers say they're reclaiming unspent funds that were slated for improving connectivity.
Trump tax and spending bill blows $3 billion hole in New York state budget, official says
July 10, 2025, 9:43 pm | Source
"The word that comes to mind is just destabilization," Budget Director Blake Washington said.
IKEA could boost struggling Destiny USA, connect nearby attractions
July 10, 2025, 11:38 am | Source
The Swedish home furnishings giant is expected to open later this year in the former At Home space at the mall.
Crews to begin demolishing convent on former Maria Regina campus
July 8, 2025, 9:18 pm | Source
The Motherhouse sustained severe damage in a fire this spring, making it unsafe for redevelopment into senior housing.
Syracuse Police Activities League (PAL) camp creates exciting opportunities for local kids to learn and connect
July 8, 2025, 6:36 pm | Source
The 75-year national program only recently started in Syracuse and has sold out every summer.
Disabled New Yorkers worry about indirect cuts the 'Big Beautiful Bill' may cause
July 8, 2025, 3:08 am | Source
On Friday, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law, which includes sweeping changes to Medicaid. This bill is expected to both directly and indirectly impact people with disabilities.
SCSD kicks off summer meal program for children
July 7, 2025, 8:41 pm | Source
Struggling families don't have to strain their budgets to buy more food while school is out.
After being threatened with knife, Albany's interim U.S. attorney wants the permanent job
July 7, 2025, 8:23 pm | Source
“I'm not going to sit there going through a trial in the city of Albany with a jury of his peers,” U.S. Attorney John Sarcone said of the knife-wielding man.
Historic fire station reopens providing increased protection to growing downtown neighborhood
July 3, 2025, 4:37 pm | Source
Fire Station 12, which closed more than 30 years ago, reopened this week and is already serving its community.
Nontraditional and returning students could get free tuition at OCC through SUNY Reconnect program
July 2, 2025, 8:47 pm | Source
The free tuition program called SUNY Reconnect covers tuition for certain adult and returning students for 19 high-demand programs for those without a degree ages 25 - 55.
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