Organizers call for reform, community support following SPD restraining 8-year-old
Protesters called for reform to governance and policing in Syracuse following a video of police officers physically restraining an 8-year-old Black child. Read more »
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SPD reveals body-worn camera footage of officers physically restraining child
Syracuse Police Department held a press conference Thursday to address the video showing a police officer physically restraining a young child that was circulated on social media on Monday. Read more »
Man arrested for injuring 4, killing 1 in Armory Square shooting
The shooting occurred on the 300 block of South Clinton Street between Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge and DP Dough just after midnight on Saturday. Read more »
SU to return to 'BLUE' masking level effective Tuesday amid rising COVID-19 cases
Syracuse University will return to the “BLUE” COVID-19 alert level effective April 19. The decision comes amid an uptick of cases on campus and in Onondaga County. Read more »
SU, SUNY-ESF students reaffirm NYPIRG referendum to continue funding
The $3 from each student activity fee funds all of NYPIRG's organization and advocacy efforts. Read more »
Armed man barricades himself in convenience store on Westcott Street
A man barricaded himself inside Pop Shop on the 500 block of Westcott Street on Sunday night. Read more »
New York state reaches $220 billion budget agreement
The Daily Orange broke down how the state resolved key issues that originally stalled the budget’s approval. Read more »
Clint Smith discusses book 'How the Word is Passed', transition into journalism
Poet and journalist Clint Smith spoke to Syracuse University community members about his latest book, “How the Word is Passed." Read more »
Biden administration extends student loan moratorium to Aug. 31
This is the seventh time the student loan moratorium has been extended since the onset of the pandemic. Read more »
Michael Steele speaks on time as Maryland Lt. Gov., political landscape
Steele spoke about the connection between faith and public service during the annual Borgognoni Lecture. Read more »
New York state budget delayed amid debates over several major budgetary items
The halting of payments does not affect most aspects of the State University of New York, City University of New York or the State Insurance Fund, per the memo. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-LGBTQ language outside Brewster Hall
Since the filing of the report, DPS has reviewed security footage and conducted interviews with the individual who reported the incident as well as others who were in the area at the time. Read more »
DPS investigating anti-Buddhist comments on Discord
DPS said it has already conducted multiple interviews in addition to contacting the reporting party for further details. Read more »
Our Time Has Come program celebrates underrepresented students' achievements
The program seeks out students that have a strong interest in leadership training, volunteering and joining a supportive community of scholars, according to the OTHC website. Read more »
Gov. Kathy Hochul announces website to provide aid and resources for Ukraine
To provide aid for immigration assistance, New York state is offering free services through the Office of New Americans that include preparation and support for naturalization and civics tests. Read more »
Syracuse owner occupied land linked to higher property value, lower delinquent taxes
Throughout the city, Syracuse’s median property value in owner-occupied properties is 13% higher than in rental properties, according to data analyzed by The Daily Orange. Read more »
Hundreds of students, community members gather in solidarity with Ukraine
Hundreds of people gathered at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church Sunday afternoon to stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people in wake of Russia's invasion of the country. Read more »
3 of Loretta Lynch's 53 recommendations for DPS remain incomplete year after report
DPS has completed 50 of its 53 resolutions created after the publication of Loretta Lynch's report one year ago. Read more »
SU announces search committee for next permanent vice president for research
The vice president for research leads SU’s research enterprise and reports directly to the provost. Read more »
SU online programs receive top rankings in 2nd year of eligibility
SU’s business management degree, a partnership between the College of Professional Studies and the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, tied for eighth place for the best online business bachelor’s program. Read more »
Kimberly T. Hill appointed as New York state’s 1st Chief Disability Officer
The position was established Tuesday along with the Office of the Chief Disability Officer, which will advocate for people with disabilities. Read more »
$70 million grant to build programs, assist with costs in child care deserts
The funds will be allocated to assisting new child care providers in child care deserts to cover start-up and personnel costs; build their programs; recruit, train and retain staff; and give them resources so employees can access COVID-19 vaccines. Read more »
SU's health and wellness fee among highest of peer institutions
Undergraduate students at Syracuse University paid a total of $1,671 in fees, divided by four categories, in the 2021-22 academic year. Read more »
D.P. Dough robbed early Tuesday morning, SPD says
No injuries were reported after a man brandished a knife and stole cash from the register, according to a witness, at D.P. Dough early Tuesday morning. Read more »
