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Local initiatives support community through donation drives

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 12, 2024

Members from the YWCA organization pose in front of their van while holding a bin full of ’Cuse Collections donations.

Justice Samuel Alito's remarks reignite debate on judicial impartiality

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 12, 2024

Recent comments by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, captured during a private function, have sparked debate over the propriety and trustworthiness of the Supreme Court. Syracuse University Law Professor Keith Bybee, author of “All Judges are Political, Except When They are Not,” provided insight into the ongoing controversy.

Oswego County Districts: Oswego City School District welcomed most students in 2022-23 school year

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Oswego City School District had the largest enrollment among among Oswego County school districts.

3 gas stations in cities throughout Oswego County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 8

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Oswego County was found at three gas stations in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Syracuse University opens applications for second annual ’CUSE50 awards

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

Syracuse University is set to honor the achievements of its alumni entrepreneurs for the second consecutive year through the ’CUSE50 awards. This annual event recognizes 50 of the fastest-growing businesses founded or owned by Syracuse alumni. The inaugural honorees included a diverse range of business leaders, from a marketing agency CEO to a party rental company owner.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending June 8?

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Syracuse prepares for its annual Juneteenth Cultural Festival

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

Syracuse’s Juneteenth Celebrations Honor the Past, Envision a Brighter Future

Juneteenth Festival prompts road closures in Syracuse

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

The Juneteenth Festival will be held in Clinton Square on Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15. To facilitate the setup, presentation, and breakdown of the event, several street closures and modifications will occur from 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 through late Sunday morning, June 16.

Angelina Lim ’25 receives prestigious 2024 Beinecke Scholarship

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

Angelina Lim, a junior film major in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) at Syracuse University, has been named a recipient of a 2024 Beinecke Scholarship. Lim is the fourth Beinecke Scholar in the university’s history.

Syracuse University students reflect on educational trip across Australia

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

From mid-May through early June, 19 students from Syracuse University—including 14 from Falk College—spent the start of their summer in Australia for the “Australia: Sport, History and Culture” class taught by David B. Falk Endowed Professor of Sport Management Rick Burton.

Ying Shi awarded $350K grant for research on school victimization among Asian students

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 11, 2024

Ying Shi, assistant professor of public administration and international affairs at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, has been named a William T. Grant Scholar. She received a $350,000 award to investigate Asian American students' exposure to victimization and hate crimes in school.

64 active legal licenses in Madison County as of May

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 10, 2024

There were 64 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Madison County as of May, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Second edition honors upcoming ADA anniversary

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 10, 2024

Burton Blatt Institute Chairman and University Professor Peter Blanck has released the second edition of “Disability Law and Policy” in honor of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The book provides an overview of disability law themes and insights, offering a collection of stories about how the legal system has responded to the needs of impacted individuals.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Onondaga County in week ending June 8

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 10, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Williams introduces bipartisan bill on advanced nuclear energy

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 10, 2024

Last Friday, Congressman Brandon Williams (R-NY) introduced H.R. 8674, the Milestones for Advanced Nuclear Fuel Act, co-led by Congressman Eric Sorensen (D-IL).

J. Cole Smith reappointed as dean of engineering at Syracuse University

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 10, 2024

Vice Chancellor, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Gretchen Ritter announced today that J. Cole Smith has been reappointed to a five-year term as dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS). The decision follows a comprehensive review process incorporating feedback from ECS faculty, staff, and advisory board members.