Ellen Abbott
Reporter, SyracuseEllen produces news reports and features related to events that occur in the greater Syracuse area and throughout Onondaga County. Her reports are heard regularly in regional updates in Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
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Syracuse City Auditor Alex Marion's "Washington Worries" report details how federal cuts to SNAP and I-81 funding impact the city ahead of Donald Trump's visit. -
Upstate University Hospital has launched a new downtown Syracuse drone hub to accelerate deliveries of critical medications, specimens, and blood products. -
Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick announced he will seek a 10th term, reversing his previous statement that his current term would be his last. -
Syracuse Common Councilors voted unanimously to revoke the Westcott Theater's special use permit following safety concerns and police reports. -
Syracuse's city auditor says Syracuse University's $2 million annual payment is not enough for $2 billion in property as agreement talks begin. -
Syracuse City School District launches "Syracuse Stands for Students" and "Elevate 315" to boost community support and improve outcomes for students. -
Despite severe flooding and vehicle restrictions, the 2026 New York State Fair drew 962,795 visitors over 13 days as officials mark the event a success. -
For the first time, visitors to the NYS Fair can learn about the responsible consumption of cannabisOrganizers call the Green Standard Alliance booth at the NYS Fair a major milestone for the state's cannabis industry, focusing on safety and education. -
Leaves on central New York's invasive Norway maples that usually stay full until late October have been falling since July due to two fungal diseases -
SUNY Chancellor John King says adding AI and civic discourse to general education will equip students with skills for respectful and reasoned discussions.
