Regional News

Supply chain issues and inflation are hitting local school districts hard, just weeks ahead of the beginning of the school year.

President Biden signed the $280 billion CHIPs and Science Act into law Tuesday.

School officials say fewer people are working toward teaching degrees, and baby boomers are starting to retire, creating a “perfect storm.”

Several Cayuga Nation homes were demolished last week on orders from the tribe’s federally recognized leader. The family that once lived in one of those homes says it was an act of retaliation.

Now that Onondaga County lawmakers have agreed to move ahead with an $85 million aquarium project, the work begins to create the facility.

A police officer killed in an ambush as he investigated a murder was eulogized Monday at a funeral attended by hundreds of fellow officers, who recalled his dedication to the job with affection but voiced frustration that some people don’t appreciate the dangers.

County Executive Ryan McMahon has been publicly pushing for the $85 million project since last fall, but hasn’t been able to move ahead amidst strong political opposition. Getting the votes for the project may come down to serious deal-making.

The bill would require all publicly-funded schools to incorporate agriculture education into the curriculum.

After being delayed by COVID-19 the past two years, Oswego’s Harborfest kicked off Thursday. The four day event will feature a midway carnival, children’s parade, local food vendors, local musical artists and a professional fireworks display.

The only company that produces 5G technology in the United States is now officially up and running in Syracuse.