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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,

Fiesta de Navidad this Saturday at La Casita! Syracuse, NY - Come kick off the holiday season with La Casita at our annual FIESTA DE NAVIDAD celebration this SATURDAY DECEMBER 6! The event starts at 6:00 pm. Admission is free and open to the public!   There will be live music, dance performances, and a special visit by SANTA CLAUS and the THREE MAGI!   Traditional Caribbean holiday treats and refreshments will be served!   Come and celebrate with us!    Saturday, December 6 |

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Central New York saw a week of major weather disruptions, shifting broadcast access, surprise sports news, and a high-profile upset win that energized the Syracuse University community. Here’s a roundup of the top local stories from the past week. Rapper Toosii, a Syracuse native, Announced He Will Join Syracuse University Football Program CBS5 Programming Shifts to New Channel, Prompting Viewer Frustrations A major broadcast realignment took effect on Dec. 1