Chris Ryan

Freshman Sen. Chris Ryan (D-50th district) said he’s proud of his accomplishments, but he has a lot more he wants to do.

Onondaga County legislators are likely to consider an agreement to front $11 million to help get the aquarium project up and running next year.

Republican Nick Paro and Democrat Chris Ryan are both looking to take over for New York's 50th Senate District.

Republican Nick Paro and Democrat Chris Ryan debate in the race for New York's 50th District Senate seat.

Republican Nick Paro and Democrat Chris Ryan debate in the race for New York's 50th District Senate seat.

The votes are in from primary day, and Republican Caleb Slater and Democrat Chris Ryan have secured nominations in the 48th and 50th State Senate districts.

Primary voting begins June 15 in central New York. Two Democrats are working to earn the nomination for the 50th State Senate District.

The Onondaga County Democratic Committee is backing John Mannion in the race for the Democratic nomination for Congress. Madison County Democrats are backing Sarah Klee Hood.

The Onondaga County Legislature will sue New York state over legislation that will move most elections to even years.

Onondaga County Legislator Chris Ryan will file paperwork to run in the 50th District, which covers much of suburban Onondaga County, and part of Oswego County.