Sharon Owens

Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens announced an investigation into the city's hiring practices and mandatory background checks following the arrest of a public works employee.

Syracuse is reviewing its hiring policies after public works employee James M. DeSantis, a Level 3 sex offender, was arrested on new child rape charges.

Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens will sign a $350 million budget, but calls for a revamped budget process to address the city's structural deficit.

Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens released a $355M budget plan with no new taxes, despite a $24M deficit caused by rising energy costs and inflation.

Rep. John Mannion (D-Geddes) says he chose the Syracuse Mayor to demonstrate the importance of officials working together at all levels of government to help the people.

Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens delivered her first State of the City address, focusing on housing, a new nightlife coordinator, and support for the New York for All Act.

Sharon Owens makes history as the first Black mayor of Syracuse. Following a private swearing-in, Owens outlines priorities like housing and snow removal.

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh reflects on his legacy as he prepares to hand the keys to Sharon Owens, who will be sworn in as the city’s first Black mayor.

A new mayor and common council president are already talking about ways the mayor’s office can work better with city lawmakers.

Sharon Owens will be the first Black mayor in Syracuse history, after winning Tuesday's election.