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Body found on Syracuse's west side

The Syracuse Police Department is investigating a body that was found in a marshy area on the city's west side.

5:28 PM

Camden Teen Drowns in Kasoag Lake

The body of a Camden teen is found in Kasoag Lake in Williamstown after the paddle boat he was in overturned early Saturday morning.

9:14 AM

Police searching for the body of one of three in plane crash

Investigators are hoping to bring up the wreckage of a small plane that crashed in Fulton County on its way to Rome in Oneida County on Friday. YNN’s Madeleine Rivera is in Ephratah with the latest.

Updated 9:06 PM

Bikers train for second annual Rotary Shelter Box Ride for Dignity

As the warm weather rolls in, many walks, marathons and even bike rides are beginning to take place. However, training for these races should begin weeks before the starting gun. YNN's Carmella Mataloni gives us a look at how a group of bikers are preparing for a big event.

5:04 PM

Tanker tips over, spilling milk into field

A milk tanker flipped onto its side along State Route 3 in the Town of Hounsfield.

8:37 PM

Crews quickly extinguish house fire

Firefighters were called to the 800 block of Superior Street around 8 o'clock Saturday evening.

10:36 PM

Cornell convocation kicks off graduation weekend

Thousands of Cornell University students and their parents attended the school's convocation Saturday. It was part of the school's graduation weekend festivities. But as our Sarah Blazonis tells us, the thoughts of some were with one senior who wasn't in attendance.

7:16 PM

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10:01 PM

Man assaulted Thursday night dies from his injuries

The Syracuse Police Department is investigating a brutal attack on the city's Southside that left one man dead.

Updated 05/24/2013 08:55 PM

New look to the race for Congress

A new job for Ann Marie Buerkle could change the outlook for the race for Congress in the 24th District in 2014. Buerkle has been nominated to fill a republican seat on the Federal Consumer Protection Board. If approved by the Senate, her term would run through 2018. The move was read as a decision by Buerkle to step away from yet another run for Congress, although she says a candidacy is still an option. YNN's Bill Carey says the nomination has stirred more discussion of the race ahead.

Updated 05/24/2013 09:02 PM

City to add more hydrants due to lack of water pressure

More fire hydrants are coming to one section of Syracuse. This comes after complaints and concern from some firefighters about water pressure at a fire on Clairmonte Avenue Sunday. The city is planning to spend $40,000 on upgrades so far. But as Iris St. Meran explains, some don't believe that will solve the problem for the city's aging infrastructure.

Updated 05/24/2013 09:09 PM

Syracuse standoff suspect back in Pennsylvania facing homicide charges

The suspect in a standoff in Syracuse earlier this week is back in Pennsylvania facing homicide charges.

05/24/2013 10:31 PM

Mattydale community holds bone marrow drive

Bone marrow transplants are tough to come by, but the Mattydale community is hoping to find a match for a woman diagnosed with Leukemia earlier this year.

Updated 05/24/2013 09:05 PM

Search on Cayuga Lake suspended for afternoon

Rough conditions forced crews to call off their search on Cayuga Lake early Friday afternoon.

Updated 05/24/2013 03:39 PM

Gas prices down

Gas prices are dropping just in time for anyone wanting to hit the road this holiday weekend.

2:34 PM

Spending weekend in Philly for Lacrosse National Championship

Thousands of Central New Yorkers are spending their Memorial Day weekend in Philadelphia.

Lakers sail into class C final with 17-9 win over Lancers

Skaneateles turned a three goal halftime lead into an eight goal win, taking down LaFayette 17-9 and advancing to the sectional final game in class C. Hannah Powers lead the Lakers with four goals.

CBA, Watertown to meet in Class B girls lax final

The top-seeded Christian Brothers Academy girls lacrosse team advances to the Class B final with a 19-4 win over Jamesville-Dewitt. They'll meet East Syracuse-Minoa who edged Watertown 13-12.

Obama thanks service members during weekly address

A day after speaking at the United States Naval Academy graduation in Annapolis, President Obama thanked current and past service men and women for their hard work and dedication to defend our country.

2:25 PM

Dream Act supporters working to get it passed this year

Dream Act supports are focusing their attention on the Senate now that the Assembly passed the bill. But with the legislature still trying to get back to normal after all the scandals, getting anything done looks difficult. And it may come down to whether Governor Andrew Cuomo decides to get involved. Zack Fink reports.

05/23/2013 08:47 PM

Deputies bust meth lab in Southport

Sheriff's deputies said a meth lab was busted in Chemung County.

4:53 PM

Second annual Canoe Parade honors resident

An Unadilla woman who spent her life helping others and giving back to the community was honored Saturday. As our Elyse Mickalonis explains, the Susquehanna River was filled with canoes and kayaks for a special parade memorializing a former Bainbridge resident.

6:20 PM

Waterloo community honors veterans during annual parade

The community that calls itself the birthplace of Memorial Day, hosted its annual parade Saturday.

3:08 PM

Man arrested after high-speed chase

A man is accused of leading police on a brief high-speed chase in Chemung County.

5:09 PM

Lights Camera Jackson on "Fast & Furious 6" and "Epic"

Five times wasn't fast enough. "Fast & Furious 6" accelerates into theaters with a new mission. If you're looking for a more family-friendly flick, try "Epic.” Here with his take on both, is our own Lights Camera Jackson.

Bacon wrapped sea scallops with sautéed vegetables, a lemon, tarragon and Dijon mustard vinaigrette

For this edition of Cooking at Home, YNN's Dan Eaton makes colorful and tasty bacon wrapped sea scallops with sautéed vegetables, a lemon, tarragon and Dijon mustard vinaigrette!

Central New York man lives his dream of running an animal park

If you are an animal lover you may have fantasized about working in or owning a rescue or a petting zoo. While it sounds like fun, the reality is quite different. For this edition of Pet Pointers, YNN’s Lisa Chelenza met with a very busy man living his dream of running an animal park.