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ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

US

ESPN has released the full recording of a phone conversation between Laurie Fine and her husband's accuser, Bobby Davis.

ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

12:18 PM

Syracuse teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to murder

City of Syracuse

A 19-year-old Syracuse man pleaded ‘not guilty’ to a murder police said he committed in March. Demetrius Hackett is accused in the shooting death of Chance Gathers, 33.

Syracuse teen pleads ‘not guilty’ to murder

11:37 AM

Talks to resume in TRW strike

Auburn

Negotiations are set to resume this morning between an Auburn manufacturer and the union representing striking workers.

Talks to resume in TRW strike

10:28 AM

Taste of Success to help youth

It's an opportunity to taste some great food and help a great cause at the same time. The third annual Taste of Success takes place tomorrow night at the State Fairgrounds to help support the Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection. Our Brad Vivacqua has more on the special event.

Taste of Success to help youth

7:16 AM

Legal aspects of Laurie Fine's lawsuit against ESPN

Laurie Fine is seeking both compensatory and punitive damages in her lawsuit against ESPN. Our Katie Gibas spoke with a legal expert about the case and tells us what Fine and her lawyer will have to prove to win.

Updated 05/16/2012 07:37 PM

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

05/16/2012 03:54 PM

State Police awards ceremony to be held today

The New York State Police give out their top award for bravery today at their annual memorial and awards ceremony.

7:39 AM

Health Departments partner to protect against EEE

Mosquito season is almost here and area health departments are looking to prevent the spread of diseases such as EEE and the West Nile Virus. Health departments from the state are teaming up to educate the public. Our Iris St. Meran tells us what they want you to know to protect yourself.

Updated 05/16/2012 06:37 PM

Debt standoff brewing in Washington, D.C.

The White House says President Obama has told lawmakers he won't allow a replay of last summer's debt ceiling showdown. But following a bipartisan meeting at the White House, neither side appeared willing to compromise.

6:58 AM

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Six months after ESPN broke the story about sex abuse allegations against SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, the network is now facing the possibility that they will have to defend their reporting in court. Today, Fine's wife, Laurie, announced she is suing ESPN and two employees over their coverage. Our Erin Clarke reports.

Updated 05/16/2012 02:57 PM

Cornell University community rallies against racism

Cornell students and staff demand change after a group of African American women were attacked on May 6th. Community members joined in a rally Tuesday. Our Katie Gibas reports.

Cornell University community rallies against racism

05/16/2012 10:57 PM

Broome County gas station robbery under investigation

The Sheriff's office said a man robbed the Manley's gas station in the town of Dickinson around 2:40 a.m. They said the man told an employee he had a gun and demanded money, but he never displayed the gun.

Broome County gas station robbery under investigation

10:40 AM

ECSD decides on restructuring plan

After more than a year of examining the idea and narrowing down potential concepts, the Elmira City School District has finalized plans on how to restructure students.

ECSD decides on restructuring plan

05/16/2012 11:25 PM

ECSD to hold another budget vote

One night after their proposed budget was voted down, the Elmira City School Board took their next action in getting a spending plan approved

ECSD to hold another budget vote

05/16/2012 11:32 PM

CBA boys slip past Skaneateles in overtime

The No. 10-ranked Christian Brothers Academy boys lacrosse team avoided an upset in its regular-season finale on Wednesday with a 12-11 overtime win at Skaneateles.

CBA boys slip past Skaneateles in overtime

Chiefs streak snapped at seven

The Syracuse Chiefs had their seven-game winning streak snapped at Columbus Wednesday night in a 6-2 loss at Huntington Park.

Chiefs streak snapped at seven

Le Moyne men brace for D-II's best offense in Limestone

It's a case of an unstoppable force meeting an immovable object when Limestone and Le Moyne meet in the NCAA Division II men's lacrosse semifinals on Saturday.

Le Moyne men brace for D-II's best offense in Limestone

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

Updated 05/15/2012 10:07 PM

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

The estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was found dead at her home in Bedford Wednesday afternoon.

Mary Richardson Kennedy found dead in Bedford home

05/16/2012 09:39 PM

Military families to get free passes to national parks

As a way of saying thank you to men and women serving in the U.S. military, the White House announced that military families can get a free pass to the nation's parks and monuments.

Military families to get free passes to national parks

Updated 05/15/2012 04:07 PM

Weekend Buzz

Take a look at what’s happening around the area this weekend.

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The Car Coach: Taking care of your car’s engine

You may not realize that cleaning your engine can lengthen its life, help it run cooler, and allow you to find problems easier. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, explains.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>Taking care of your car’s engine

Computing Columnist: Just kick me

Computing Columnist Nancy Roberts tells us about kickstarter.com.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Computing Columnist: </em></span>Just kick me

Tone Up: Shaping your legs

You may be familiar with the abductor and adductor machine. Some people use it because they think it will help them get thinner legs. If you want to change your legs, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a more helpful exercise.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Shaping your legs

Getaway Guy: Waterfall Getaways

Waterfalls in New york State are always fun to see. And they're even more fun when they're free! I have a few ideas that make nice getaways this spring.

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Car hits home after brief police chase

Onondaga County

Onondaga County Deputies have identified the man who crashed into a DeWitt house during a police chase Wednesday afternoon.

Car hits home after brief police chase

Updated 05/16/2012 09:43 PM

Wilcox family continues EEE awareness campaign

Oswego County

An Oswego County family continues their own EEE awareness campaign in memory of four-year-old Maggie Sue Glenister Wilcox, who died after contracting the disease last August.

Wilcox family continues EEE awareness campaign

05/16/2012 06:09 PM

Auburn City School District passes budget

Auburn

The Auburn City School District has passed its budget with a super majority. The district needed a 60 percent approval to pass the budget because it went over the statewide tax cap.

Auburn City School District passes budget

Updated 05/16/2012 04:01 PM

Eric Smith denied parole

New York

Convicted child killer Eric Smith will spend at least two more years in prison. A state parole board denied Smith's appeal for parole this week.

Eric Smith denied parole

05/16/2012 03:02 PM

Students participate in LEED boot camp

City of Syracuse

The school year may be over at Syracuse University, but some students are voluntarily sending themselves to boot camp: LEED boot camp.

Students participate in LEED boot camp

05/16/2012 05:20 PM

Syracuse students treated after being pepper sprayed on bus

City of Syracuse

Nine Syracuse students are being treated after pepper spray was discharged while they were on a school bus.

Syracuse students treated after being pepper sprayed on bus

05/16/2012 01:31 PM

Talks to resume between TRW and union

Auburn

Negotiations are set to resume Thursday morning between an Auburn manufacturer and the union representing striking workers.

Talks to resume between TRW and union

05/16/2012 02:25 PM

Construction causes traffic delays in Syracuse

City of Syracuse

Due to construction on the Interstate 81 off ramp of I-690 eastbound, traffic has been backing up quickly for drivers.

Construction causes traffic delays in Syracuse

05/16/2012 12:11 PM

Man indicted on charges for Cicero bank robbery

Onondaga County

Police said Timothy Okun, 25, was armed with a gun when he robbed the Fulton Savings Bank on Bartel Road back in April.

Man indicted on charges for Cicero bank robbery

05/16/2012 02:18 PM

Former SCSD superintendent dies

US

Former Syracuse City Schools superintendent Henry Williams has passed away.

Former SCSD superintendent dies

05/16/2012 01:53 PM