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Local police will increase patrols through the holiday weekend to catch impaired drivers. Blackout Wednesday sees a 37% spike in alcohol-related crash deaths nationwide. NY state is suspending lane closures and bridge work to ease travel.
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Police plan extra patrols over the holiday, targeting impaired drivers
Officials advise drivers to not drive impaired and pay attention to their surroundings while on the road this holiday season.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Local police will increase patrols through the holiday weekend to catch impaired drivers. Blackout Wednesday sees a 37% spike in alcohol-related crash deaths nationwide. NY state is suspending lane closures and bridge work to ease travel.
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Syracuse's Common Council has voted to block Syracuse University from installing Flock Safety license plate readers on city property, citing privacy concerns about the company's data-sharing practices. The city is now seeking a new vendor for its surveillance cameras.
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Syracuse lawmakers look to remove license plate readers after data sharing concerns
Privacy concerns led to a unanimous vote from Common Councilors on Monday to revoke permission for Syracuse University to install several of the cameras on city property.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Syracuse's Common Council has voted to block Syracuse University from installing Flock Safety license plate readers on city property, citing privacy concerns about the company's data-sharing practices. The city is now seeking a new vendor for its surveillance cameras.
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Novelis, a major aluminum supplier to automakers, experienced its second major fire in two months at its Oswego County plant. The company is working to mitigate disruptions to Ford's F-150 production through alternative sources.
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At Novelis, physical and economic damage still unknown after second major fire in two months
Novelis says some operations are underway again, after the Scriba-based plant suffered its third fire in three months.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Novelis, a major aluminum supplier to automakers, experienced its second major fire in two months at its Oswego County plant. The company is working to mitigate disruptions to Ford's F-150 production through alternative sources.
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UPDATE: The federal government is reversing its decision to cancel naturalization ceremonies across New York state, according to Rep. Mike Lawler, who had urged the agency to reconsider.
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Federal government backtracks on plan to cancel naturalization ceremonies
U.S. Customs and Immigration Services suddenly canceled naturalization ceremonies across New York this week.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
UPDATE: The federal government is reversing its decision to cancel naturalization ceremonies across New York state, according to Rep. Mike Lawler, who had urged the agency to reconsider.
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This is the second four-alarm fire to hit the aluminum plant in the town of Scriba in the last two months.
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Major fire strikes Novelis plant near Oswego for second time
This is the second four-alarm fire to hit the aluminum plant in the town of Scriba in the last two months.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:46 PM
This is the second four-alarm fire to hit the aluminum plant in the town of Scriba in the last two months.
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Onondaga County Clerk Emily Bersani says "no explanation" was given for the sudden cancellation of naturalization ceremonies. The federal decision affects seven counties across the state.
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Federal government cancels naturalization ceremonies across New York, surprising local officials
A naturalization ceremony was supposed to take place in Onondaga County this week, but was canceled without explanation.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Onondaga County Clerk Emily Bersani says "no explanation" was given for the sudden cancellation of naturalization ceremonies. The federal decision affects seven counties across the state.
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Onondaga County has made an offer to 91-year-old Azalia King, who lives on property needed for the Micron semiconductor project. King's family filed suit after she received an eviction notice, saying the county promised she could remain in her home for life.
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Onondaga County makes offer to woman living on land needed for Micron project
Onondaga County is trying to evict 91-year-old Azalia King, who lives on land the county needs for the Micron project.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Onondaga County has made an offer to 91-year-old Azalia King, who lives on property needed for the Micron semiconductor project. King's family filed suit after she received an eviction notice, saying the county promised she could remain in her home for life.
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Listen to Grant Reeher speak with Ryan Griffiths @wrvo.org on his recent book “The Disunited States” examining the growing interest in a national divorce between Red State America and Blue State America.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Listen to Grant Reeher speak with Ryan Griffiths @wrvo.org on his recent book “The Disunited States” examining the growing interest in a national divorce between Red State America and Blue State America.
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Onondaga County's Industrial Development Agency has given final approval for Micron's $100 billion semiconductor plant in Clay. The unanimous vote clears the way for a December groundbreaking, pending state and federal permits.
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Onondaga County gives final approval for Micron project
Micron has cleared another hurdle needed to start construction on $100 billion plan to build a massive semiconductor chip fabrication plant in the Town of Clay.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Onondaga County's Industrial Development Agency has given final approval for Micron's $100 billion semiconductor plant in Clay. The unanimous vote clears the way for a December groundbreaking, pending state and federal permits.
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From @ncprnews.bsky.social: For the first time in 14 years, the Adirondack Park Agency has voted to hold an adjudicatory hearing. The rare move will review a controversial proposal for a 155mm Howitzer weapons range in Lewis.
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Adirondack Park Agency sends Essex County weapons range project to rare adjudicatory hearing
The Adirondack Park Agency (APA) has ordered its first adjudicatory hearing in 14 years to review a controversial weapons range proposal in the eastern Adirondacks.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:06 PM
From @ncprnews.bsky.social: For the first time in 14 years, the Adirondack Park Agency has voted to hold an adjudicatory hearing. The rare move will review a controversial proposal for a 155mm Howitzer weapons range in Lewis.
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Governor Kathy Hochul has agreed to delay a law banning gas hookups in new buildings, part of a series of recent fossil fuel-friendly moves. Climate advocates say the shifts undermine the state's renewable energy goals.
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Gov. Hochul angers environmentalists with walk-back of climate policies
The state on Wednesday agreed to delay the implementation of the All-Electric Building Act, which was set to go into effect in January.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Governor Kathy Hochul has agreed to delay a law banning gas hookups in new buildings, part of a series of recent fossil fuel-friendly moves. Climate advocates say the shifts undermine the state's renewable energy goals.
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From @ncprnews.bsky.social: A proposed military weapons testing range in the Adirondacks could head to a rare adjudicatory hearing. The Adirondack Park Agency received nearly 1,400 public comments on the project, with only 19 in support.
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Controversial weapons range project in the Adirondacks could go to a special hearing
Michael Hopmeier has been applying for an APA permit to build a weapons range in Lewis to study the internal ballistics of a 155mm Howitzer.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:27 PM
From @ncprnews.bsky.social: A proposed military weapons testing range in the Adirondacks could head to a rare adjudicatory hearing. The Adirondack Park Agency received nearly 1,400 public comments on the project, with only 19 in support.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul is vetting potential running mates for her 2026 reelection bid, including Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez and Assemblymember Brian Cunningham. The search comes as her current lieutenant governor challenges her in the Democratic primary.
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Gov. Hochul's running mate shortlist includes Brooklyn DA, state lawmaker
The governor met with at least one potential candidate over the weekend at a conference in Puerto Rico.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Gov. Kathy Hochul is vetting potential running mates for her 2026 reelection bid, including Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez and Assemblymember Brian Cunningham. The search comes as her current lieutenant governor challenges her in the Democratic primary.
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New York is moving forward with plans for a new nuclear power plant that would generate at least one gigawatt of electricity. Communities in the North Country are hosting public forums this week to explore whether the region could be the right fit.
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NY plans to build a nuclear power plant. The North Country wants to make its case
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November 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
New York is moving forward with plans for a new nuclear power plant that would generate at least one gigawatt of electricity. Communities in the North Country are hosting public forums this week to explore whether the region could be the right fit.
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A $12 million gift from the estate of Nick and Agnes Renzi will support Cortland County nonprofits through the Central New York Community Foundation. The endowment addresses critical needs in a rural community often overlooked by major donors.
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Cortland County nonprofits to receive $12 million gift
The Central New York Community Foundation will administer the funds, which were a gift from Nicholas and Agnes Renzi.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
A $12 million gift from the estate of Nick and Agnes Renzi will support Cortland County nonprofits through the Central New York Community Foundation. The endowment addresses critical needs in a rural community often overlooked by major donors.
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Democrats will take control of the Onondaga County Legislature in January for the first time since the 1970s. Incoming lawmakers say they plan to focus on helping residents thrive, not just survive.
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Democrats who will take over Onondaga County Legislature talk priorities for the new year
Democrats swept all competitive seats on Election Day to take control of the Onondaga County Legislature for the first time since the late 1970s.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Democrats will take control of the Onondaga County Legislature in January for the first time since the 1970s. Incoming lawmakers say they plan to focus on helping residents thrive, not just survive.
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Rep. John Mannion's office is fielding constituent calls about SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown. Mannion voiced frustration, noting Congress has not held a vote since September 19.
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Mannion tired of 'not doing anything' in Washington during government shutdown
CNY Rep. John Mannion blames President Trump for the longest government shutdown in history.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Rep. John Mannion's office is fielding constituent calls about SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown. Mannion voiced frustration, noting Congress has not held a vote since September 19.
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Republicans are reflecting on their sweep of losses in Onondaga County Legislature races, which gave Democrats control for the first time in decades. GOP leaders say they'll work to better connect with voters.
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GOP reacts to Onondaga County legislature losses
The Onondaga County Legislature will be led by Democrats for the first time in decades, after a blue wave on Election Night.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Republicans are reflecting on their sweep of losses in Onondaga County Legislature races, which gave Democrats control for the first time in decades. GOP leaders say they'll work to better connect with voters.
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Democrats swept statewide races Tuesday, including winning control of Onondaga County's Legislature for the first time in 50 years. Grant Reeher attributes the results to Democratic energy and voter response to Trump and the shutdown.
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A ‘national phenomenon’ with rare local effects: An expert’s view of Tuesday’s elections
Tuesday's elections featured Democratic wins in big races across America, which trickled down to smaller races in central and northern New York.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Democrats swept statewide races Tuesday, including winning control of Onondaga County's Legislature for the first time in 50 years. Grant Reeher attributes the results to Democratic energy and voter response to Trump and the shutdown.
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Sharon Owens made history as Syracuse's first Black mayor, winning over 70% of the vote. In another major shift, Democrats gained control of the Onondaga County Legislature for the first time in 45 years.
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Owens elected first Black mayor of Syracuse; Onondaga County Democrats flip county legislature
Sharon Owens will be the first Black mayor in Syracuse history, after winning Tuesday's election.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Sharon Owens made history as Syracuse's first Black mayor, winning over 70% of the vote. In another major shift, Democrats gained control of the Onondaga County Legislature for the first time in 45 years.
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WRVO 2025 Election Results
Get live 2025 election results for Central NY from the WRVO news team, plus key NYS races like the NYC Mayoral election from the Associated Press. Your one page for local and statewide results.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:33 PM
It's Election Day, and polls close at 9 p.m.
WRVO will be your source for clear, reliable results, from local races in Syracuse and Onondaga County to statewide contests from the AP.
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Onondaga County voters will decide November 4 whether to extend legislative terms from two to four years and impose a three-term limit. The bipartisan proposal aims to give lawmakers more time to learn while preventing extended tenures.
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Onondaga County voters to decide how long county lawmakers serve
Voters in Onondaga County will find 'Onondaga County Proposition One,' which would limit terms of county lawmakers.
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November 4, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Onondaga County voters will decide November 4 whether to extend legislative terms from two to four years and impose a three-term limit. The bipartisan proposal aims to give lawmakers more time to learn while preventing extended tenures.
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A $150 million project will replace Syracuse's long-abandoned Developmental Center with affordable housing. The Common Council approved the sale of city land for 260 apartments and 27 townhomes on the 23-acre westside site.
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Project to replace abandoned Syracuse Development Center clears major hurdle
Syracuse Common Councilors approved a series of moves needed to get the westside project moving.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:59 PM
A $150 million project will replace Syracuse's long-abandoned Developmental Center with affordable housing. The Common Council approved the sale of city land for 260 apartments and 27 townhomes on the 23-acre westside site.
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From @ncprnews.bsky.social: New York voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 1, which addresses tree cutting at Lake Placid's Olympic complex and would protect 2,500 additional acres of Adirondack forest land.
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Proposition 1 explained: NY ballot measure would make amends in the Adirondacks
If voters approve the measure, it would fix a constitutional violation tied to an Olympic sports complex in Lake Placid and protect additional land in the Adirondacks.
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November 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM
From @ncprnews.bsky.social: New York voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 1, which addresses tree cutting at Lake Placid's Olympic complex and would protect 2,500 additional acres of Adirondack forest land.
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Early voting in Onondaga County reached a record high this year, with more than 17,000 residents casting ballots ahead of Election Day. That represents a 41% increase from the previous local election in 2023.
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Early voting sets record for local election in Onondaga County
Just over 17,000 people voted early in Onondaga County, a 41% increase over the last local election in 2023.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Early voting in Onondaga County reached a record high this year, with more than 17,000 residents casting ballots ahead of Election Day. That represents a 41% increase from the previous local election in 2023.
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