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Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

New York

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.

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Updated 05/16/2012 02:57 PM

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

City of Syracuse

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

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

Car hits home after brief police chase

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

Updated 05/16/2012 09:43 PM

Wilcox family continues EEE awareness campaign

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.

05/16/2012 06:09 PM

Auburn City School District passes budget

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.

Updated 05/16/2012 04:01 PM

Eric Smith denied parole

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.

05/16/2012 03:02 PM

Students participate in LEED boot camp

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

05/16/2012 05:20 PM

Syracuse students treated after being pepper sprayed on bus

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

05/16/2012 01:31 PM

Utica accepts $100,000 for police

Utica's common council has accepted a $100,000 gift to help with its police department's budget troubles. But agreeing to the deal does not sit well with everyone. Our Andrew Sorensen explains why money for the deeply gouged police department has turned into such a hot issue.

Updated 05/16/2012 10:58 PM

Five children removed from Broome County home

Five children were removed from a home in Broome County after allegedly being found living in unsanitary conditions.

Updated 05/16/2012 10:25 PM

Unadilla Valley facing cuts after budget rejection

The Unadilla Valley Central School District must make a new budget for the coming school year. The original spending plan was defeated Tuesday night because it did not receive a 60 percent super majority. Our Melissa Kakareka tells us what cuts could be made in the district because of the vote.

Updated 05/16/2012 06:54 PM

Preston continues tour of Broome County with stop at Union

The Broome County Executive is in the process of visiting board meetings at every municipality.

Updated 05/16/2012 11:01 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Updated 05/15/2012 04:07 PM

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

Recipe: Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

A tasty vegetarian egg noodle soup!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

Child Wellness: Understanding teenage behavior

When it comes to bringing up a teenager, expectations are important. And in this day and age, nutrition is playing a factor. The kids are bigger and that probably plays into why parents are expecting more. Marcie Fraser reports.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Child Wellness: </em></span>Understanding teenage behavior

Healthy Living: Dance inspired workout can stretch your strength

For some New Yorkers, stretching doesn't just have to be the pre-cursor to exercise. YNN's Kafi Drexel filed the following report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Healthy Living: </em></span>Dance inspired workout can stretch your strength

Pet Pointers: Cats and obesity

It may come as no surprise that obesity is a growing problem for American cats, and we may even be contributing to this problem without realizing it. Lisa Chelenza has more in this edition of Pet Pointers.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Pet Pointers: </em></span>Cats and obesity

Recipe: Soft Shell Crabs with Lemon, Tabasco and Scallion Butter

Seasonal treat served with a simple potato salad on the side!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Soft Shell Crabs with Lemon, Tabasco and Scallion Butter

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.

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

Former Syracuse City Schools superintendent Henry Williams has passed away.

05/16/2012 01:53 PM

Program helps homeowners reduce energy costs

City of Syracuse

The Green Jobs, Green New York Program is working to upgrade homes to be more energy efficient.

Program helps homeowners reduce energy costs

05/16/2012 02:13 PM

School budget results

New York

School budget results are in. Visit the school budget vote page to find the results.

05/15/2012 08:21 PM

Crouse partners with EMS professionals

City of Syracuse

It's a unique partnership to help medical professionals improve the quality of patient care. Crouse Hospital officials and Emergency Medical Service providers across the region are participating in a training program at the hospital's Marley Education Center.

05/16/2012 08:08 AM

North Syracuse voters approve school budget

North Suburbs

Voters across the state headed to the polls Tuesday to decide on whether or not to approve school districts budgets. North Syracuse had one of the highest tax increases in Central New York. Our Katie Gibas has been following that district and joined us with more.

North Syracuse voters approve school budget

05/15/2012 10:47 PM

Laurie Fine filing lawsuit against ESPN

CNY

Laurie Fine is filing a lawsuit against ESPN and two of its employees. The libel suit centers around ESPN's coverage of sexual abuse allegations by former ball boy Bobby Davis against Bernie Fine. ONLINE EXTRA: Read the 44-page lawsuit inside this story.

Updated 05/16/2012 12:14 PM

Advocates push for legalization of medical marijuana

Albany

Medical marijuana's no longer a pipe dream in New York. According to a brand new Siena College poll, 57 percent of New Yorkers support legalization. That's sparked advocates to push harder for a new law, but some law enforcement officials believe that could open the door for abuse. Our Solomon Syed has more from the Capitol.

Advocates push for legalization of medical marijuana

Updated 05/16/2012 05:06 PM

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