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House destroyed in Weedsport fire

A house is destroyed by a late-night fire in Weedsport. The house on Jericho Road was fully engulfed in flames when crews arrived around 10 p.m. Sunday.

Updated 6:37 AM

Man hit by train in Potsdam

A Potsdam man is in critical condition after being hit by a train.

10:47 AM

Street in Syracuse closed for road reconstruction

Road reconstruction begins Monday in Armory Square, after a large water main break that shutdown the neighborhood in February.

10:51 AM

It's one of the leading causes of death in the United States and doctors want more people to recognize the symptoms of a stroke. May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month and doctors say there are a few tips to keep in mind. Brad Vivacqua has more from our newsroom.

7:08 AM

Thousands graduated college in Central New York this past weekend

Thousands of graduates across Central New York are starting the next chapter of their lives.

10:29 AM

Emergency crews from four counties train on Oneida Lake

First responders from throughout Central New York gather to put their skills to the test on Oneida Lake. It's all part of their annual preparation for the beginning of boating season. And as our Candace Hopkins found out, cross-county collaboration is key to keeping everyone safe.

Updated 7:29 AM

101-year-old man involved in rollover crash

A 101-year-old man is expected to be okay after crashing his car in Cayuga County.

10:36 AM

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3:22 AM

One person dead, five firefighters injured in fire

The investigation continues into a fire that killed one woman early Sunday. Our Sarah Blazonis spoke with the neighbor who discovered the flames and tells us about the challenges faced by first responders.

Updated 05/19/2013 04:52 PM

Unforgettable Comedy Challenge

The second annual Unforgettable Comedy Challenge held at Wise Guys in Syracuse benefited the CNY Alzheimer's Association.

8:35 AM

Police looking for shooting suspects

Syracuse Police are investigating a double shooting. It happened around 9:30 Saturday night in the 100-block of Steuben Street.

05/19/2013 03:03 PM

Fundraiser held for pink playground project

A fundraiser was held to help build a playground in memory of a North Syracuse teacher who died last year.

05/19/2013 06:31 PM

Le Moyne College celebrates 63rd commencement

Hundreds of students are celebrating the past four years after graduating from Le Moyne College in Syracuse.

05/19/2013 01:44 PM

Graduation held amid president controversy

A faculty and staff vote of no confidence in the president of Cayuga Community College this week did little to dampen the spirits of those graduating Sunday.

05/19/2013 04:57 PM

“Click It or Ticket” campaign begins Monday

Starting Monday, it's buckle up or pay up for New York State drivers.

05/19/2013 07:05 PM

Syracuse men survive another nailbiter

SU's thrilling overtime win against Yale in the NCAA Quarterfinals was especially sweet for goalie Dominic Lomolinara, who is not only a Maryland native, but also began his career at the University of Maryland before transferring to Syracuse.

Big Red rolls into Final Four

The Cornell men's lacrosse team is final four bound after winning on Saturday. While the top-seeded Orange had to squeeze out their two tournament wins, the unseeded Big Red have won big, 16-8 over 6th-seeded Maryland, then 16-6 over 3rd-seeded Ohio State.

Orange women earn second straight trip to Final Four

The Syracuse women's lacrosse team is headed to the final four at Villanova University after avenging one of its three losses this year, with a 13-9 win over Florida. Next up the 4th-seeded Orange will try to avenge another defeat against undefeated and top-seeded Maryland.

Women’s Equality Agenda supporters calling for reform

The Vito Lopez scandal is now starting to spill over into policy debates. Opponents of public campaign finance are bringing up Lopez's planned city council run in their arguments against using taxpayer money to fund campaigns. As Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman explains, supporters of the Women's Equality Agenda are also using the case as a call for reform.

05/17/2013 08:04 PM

Assemblyman Lopez stepping down at end of session

State Assemblyman Vito Lopez announced Friday he intends to resign at the end of this year's legislative session on June 20th. The decision comes just days after a special prosecutor cleared the Brooklyn lawmaker of criminal wrongdoing over accusations he groped female staffers. Zack Fink has more on the announcement and the pressure that came from leaders to have Lopez step down.

Updated 05/17/2013 07:54 PM

Former Binghamton University wrestler killed during training

A former Binghamton University wrestler is killed during a Navy Seal training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky.

10:19 AM

Deputies investigating suspicious car fire

The Jefferson County Sheriff's office is looking for the person involved in a suspicious car fire. It happened just after midnight Sunday in the town of Leray.

05/19/2013 03:27 PM

Hundreds Race for the Cure in downtown Elmira

Hundreds of breast cancer survivors and their supporters unite in downtown Elmira in the fight against Breast Cancer. YNNs Crystal Cranmore takes us to the Susan G. Komen Twin Tiers Race for the Cure, an event filled with inspiration.

05/19/2013 03:08 PM

10-year-old wheels through the Boilermaker

Participating in the Boilermaker Road Race is a goal for people across the country, including ten-year-old Jason Robinson. This year, his dream of being in the Boilermaker has come true. But our Cara Thomas tells us his experience will be a little different. Jason Robinson won't be running the race; he'll be wheeling his way through.