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The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Tips for staying cool in Central New York's summer heat

With meteorologists predicting this summer to be one of the hottest on record, it is important to know how to keep cool. Here are some tips on staying safe during extremely hot days:

New poll tracks American attitudes toward civic engagement

The Institute for Democracy, Journalism and Citizenship (IDJC) at Syracuse University, in collaboration with Ipsos, has launched a new poll aimed at measuring attitudes toward civic engagement, democracy, and news consumption. The survey findings are based on interviews with approximately 1,000 U.S. adults conducted by Ipsos through its probability-based KnowledgePanel.

Three student veterans named 2024 Tillman Scholars

Benetta Dousuah, Jude Akpunku, and Zahra Johnson have been named 2024 Tillman Scholars by the Pat Tillman Foundation. These Syracuse University student veterans were selected from nearly 1,600 applicants for their commitment to service beyond self.

Community Review Board releases annual report on public safety

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 26, 2024

The University’s Community Review Board (CRB), an independent and cross-functional campus group that reviews and provides input on certain matters involving the Department of Public Safety (DPS), released its annual report of findings and conclusions to the community this week.

Physicist awarded NASA grant for research on extreme cosmic events

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 26, 2024

Eric Coughlin, a professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a grant from NASA for his project titled “Extragalactic Outbursts and Repeating Nuclear Flares From Tidal Disruption Events.” The three-year, $346,000 award will support his research on tidal disruption events (TDEs), which are among the cosmos' most extreme occurrences where a star is completely or partially destroyed by the gravitational field of a supermassive black hole (SMBH).

Officials consider mask bans amid concerns over antisemitic crimes

By Syracuse Sun | Jun 26, 2024

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced she was considering banning face masks in the New York subways, citing concerns about individuals hiding their faces while committing antisemitic crimes. Additionally, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass mentioned she was contemplating similar bans following altercations in front of a synagogue on Sunday.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending June 22?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Madison County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 22

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

FDA conducted inspections of 3 companies in cities located in Onondaga County in Q1

There were three companies in cities associated with Onondaga County that received three FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Researchers investigate increased rainfall patterns affecting Eastern US

Severe flooding followed heavy rains in Cranford, New Jersey. Widespread climate change from global warming has devastating and lasting effects on human health, infrastructure, and food production. As temperatures rise, certain areas are dealing with intense droughts and water scarcity, while other regions are experiencing catastrophic rainfall and flooding. The eastern United States is one area that has seen a marked rise in torrential storms in recent years. A byproduct of this was the East Kentucky flood of 2022, which occurred when a storm swept through, dropping four...

College's drama department ranks among world's top 25 by The Hollywood Reporter

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) has ranked the College of Visual and Performing Arts’ Department of Drama among the 25 best drama schools in the world for the second consecutive year. Ranked No. 23 in THR’s June 19 issue, the department was noted for such outstanding alumni as Aaron Sorkin ’83, H’12, and Vanessa Williams ’85, as well as the opportunities afforded by its relationship with Syracuse Stage, a professional theater company, and the immersive Tepper Semester in New York City.

Syracuse University's new esports degree marks successful launch

On this episode, Joey Gawrysiak discusses the evolution of the esports program on campus, the progress made in its first year, the expanded opportunities available to students, and what’s planned for the future.

Paris Olympics green policies face potential backlash over athlete comfort

Paris is preparing to implement green initiatives for the 2024 Olympics, but some of these measures may encounter difficulties. One notable issue is the absence of air conditioning for athletes, which is causing disruptions.

Onondaga County: 1,886 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of May

There were 1,886 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Onondaga County as of May, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Onondaga County in week ending June 22

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Syracuse University experts highlighted across multiple major media outlets

Syracuse University thought leaders, events, and research news were featured in various media outlets this month.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Madison County in week ending June 22

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Experts weigh in on first presidential debate between Biden and Trump

The first presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump for the 2024 elections is scheduled for this week. Experts from Syracuse University are available to discuss the issues facing the candidates.

Laura Machia appointed associate dean for academic initiatives at Syracuse University's College of Arts & Sciences