Sharon Owens

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.

Owens is the front-runner in the race to replace Ben Walsh as mayor of Syracuse.

Syracuse Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens talks about her campaign for Mayor of Syracuse.

Syracuse Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens talks about her campaign for Mayor of Syracuse.

The deputy mayor says she hopes her primary victory will inspire young people in Syracuse.

Sharon Owens may be Syracuse’s deputy mayor, but she’s the political novice when compared to her challengers in this month’s primary, Common Councilors Pat Hogan and Chol Majok.

Deputy Mayor of Syracuse Sharon Owens discusses her aspirations as a mayoral candidate for the city.