The Syracuse City School District Board of Education has initiated proceedings to remove long-time board commissioner Cherylene “Twiggy” Billue from her elected seat, a rare action that has drawn intense public scrutiny and raised questions about governance and accountability in the district. Twiggy Billue At a special board meeting held on Dec. 26, 2025, members voted unanimously on a resolution declaring “probable cause” to pursue Billue’s removal, setting in motion the nex

A newly released economic impact study finds that Syracuse University remains a major economic engine for Central New York, contributing approximately $1.8 billion to the region’s economy in the 2023-24 fiscal year. The comprehensive analysis, conducted by market analytics firm Lightcast and commissioned by the university, shows that Syracuse University’s influence extends well beyond its campus, supporting more than 35,000 jobs across five counties — including Cayuga, Cortla

Sharon Owens was officially sworn in as mayor of Syracuse on Jan. 1, marking a historic moment as the first Black person and second woman to hold the city’s top elected office. Owens took the oath of office during an inauguration ceremony attended by city officials, community leaders, family members and residents, ushering in a new administration following her victory in the November general election. Her swearing-in makes her Syracuse’s 55th mayor. In her inaugural address,