Writer: Gabe Stern
Inside vaccine efforts in NY prisons: Eligibility expanded, concerns remain
New York’s incarcerated population is disproportionately Black and Latino, two groups where distrust of the vaccine is rooted in a history of medical malpractice, including experimentation. Read More »
Syracuse Police Department investigating 'non-suspicious death' on Euclid Avenue
Several residents of the 700 block of Euclid Avenue saw multiple ambulances and police cars in the area. Read More »
SUNY-ESF ends contract with data-tracking firm
The agreement with the private firm lasted until early 2020, and allowed the firm to install the tracking software on SUNY-ESF’s website. Read More »
In conduct proceedings, SU gets to make the rules — and change them at will
Unlike student conduct offices at public colleges, OSRR is not bound by due process — a standard set by the courts — and instead utilizes “fundamental fairness." Read More »
Syracuse NAACP rejects city’s claims of partnership on police reform plan
The city will submit a plan to Albany in April as part of a state mandate for local police reform. Read More »
What it's like quarantined in a prison dorm
White was moved to a contact tracing dorm on Jan. 31. He was then moved to a positive dorm just after midnight on Feb. 8. Read More »
For 32 years, Flight 103 victims' families have pushed investigation forward
How families of Pan Am victims have shaped SU, DOJ. Read More »
In New York prisons, widespread package room complaints go unresolved
Internal records from 13 New York State prisons show widespread package room grievances, stemming from inconsistent procedures and a directive that leaves families financially hurt. Read More »
John Katko supports Trump's impeachment, 1st House Republican to do so
“To allow the president of the United States to incite this attack without consequence is a direct threat to the future of our democracy," Katko told Syracuse.com. "I cannot sit by without taking action." Read More »
An inside account at Auburn Correctional Facility during a COVID-19 outbreak
Cliff Graham, a Syracuse resident incarcerated at Auburn Correctional Facility, explains how programs are shutting down within the prison. Read More »
Dozens gather in Westcott area to remember 23-year-old shooting victim
Jerry Murray was shot on Tuesday night in the Westcott neighborhood. Read More »
Protesters gather at sheriff’s office after video surfaces of minor's arrest
A video circulated over the weekend of at least one sheriff deputy forcefully pulling a 15-year-old out of the driver seat of a stopped car. Read More »
New Yorkers on parole vote for president for 1st time after 2018 order
In New York, the 2020 election marked the first time New Yorkers on parole could vote for the president. Read More »
Incarcerated Syracuse residents watch 2020 election unfold from behind bars
Inmates at Auburn Correctional Facility watched the 2020 election through word-of-mouth, phone calls and varying amounts of cable news and articles. Read More »
Council to vote on ‘Right to Know Act’ 18 months after bill was pushed
The act requires officers to identify themselves, obtain consent to unwarranted searches and record their interactions while making stops. Read More »
Report details inconsistent procedures in NY prison during COVID-19 outbreak
The preliminary report, obtained by The Daily Orange, shows inconsistent medical procedures as the outbreak infected dozens of inmates. Read More »
City will play “supportive” role as SU prepares for students to return
Despite new university guidelines on social distancing, SPD’s patrol of the university hill area will remain largely unchanged from recent years, Walsh said. Read More »
9 injured, 1 in critical condition from shooting in Near Westside neighborhood
The Syracuse Police Department has instructed Westside residents to remain inside although there is no active threat. Read More »
Last Chance for Change marches to SU chancellor's house
Saturday marked the second time Last Chance for Change protested at Syracuse University. The first time they marched across SU, a protester said SU is “known for its racism.” Read More »
Live updates: Last Chance for Change protesters march against police brutality
Protesters have said they will march in the city for 40 days. Read More »
How #NotAgainSU leaders formed movement
Committees helped provide internal organization for #NotAgainSU throughout the protests. Read More »
Former student says SU ran “inadequate and biased” Title IX investigation, brings lawsuit to federal court
A former student who was expelled from SU for sexual assault is suing the university for damages in federal court. Read More »
Chancellor signs #NotAgainSU demands after calls for his resignation
The forum was held to address Syverud’s response to a list of 18 demands from #NotAgainSU and demands from international students. Protesters gave Syverud until Wednesday at 5 p.m. to sign the demands. Read More »