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Thursday, September 2, 2010   91º

Teen charged in deadly crash

Sullivan

The teen police say was behind the wheel in a deadly crash in Madison County is now in custody. Chelsea Kuss, 17, of Syracuse turned herself into State Police Thursday morning in connection with a crash in May.

Teen charged in deadly crash

Updated 2:06 PM


Water main break in Auburn repaired

Auburn

Crews in Cayuga County successfully repair a water main break affecting Auburn and several surrounding towns. Officials say the repairs were made overnight, and water did not have to be shut off for more than four hours.

Water main break in Auburn repaired

6:40 AM


Second horse dies of EEE

Oswego County

Another horse has died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Oswego County. The horse in the Town of Albion is the second to test positive this year in the county.

Second horse dies of EEE

10:19 AM


BLOG: Music surrounds the fairgrounds

You can find various musical acts around the fairgrounds. This morning at Colonnade Stage I took a few moments to sit down and enjoy the sounds of Merkley and Morgan.

BLOG: Music surrounds the fairgrounds

Lacey's Look Ahead: Sept. 3

See what's happening at the fair!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Lacey's Look Ahead:</em></span> Sept. 3

Day 8 of the fair

Day eight at the New York State Fair is highlighted by Veteran's Day and Fire and Safety Day. Today all veterans can get into the fair free today when they show their military ID. It's also a great day to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of firefighters across the state. Our Kate Parker is there.

Day 8 of the fair




Man charged in burglary

Elbridge

An Elbridge man is arrested in connection with recent burglaries. Police say Michael Kelly broke into the Elbridge Diner several times over a two week period in July and stole cash.

Man charged in burglary

1:12 PM


Record setting crowds at NYSF

NY State Fair

One of the largest crowds ever at Chevy Court, as award-winning country trio Lady Antebellum hit the stage for a free performance Wednesday night.

Record setting crowds at NYSF

09/01/2010 10:35 PM


Andrew Cuomo makes stop at NYSF

NY State Fair

He is the front runner in the race for Governor, so it's no surprise that democratic Attorney General Andrew Cuomo would pay a call at the New York State Fair. Bill Carey says it was the timing that may have been a bit awkward.

Andrew Cuomo makes stop at NYSF

Updated 6:02 AM


Man charged following police chase in dump truck

Onondaga County

An East Syracuse man faces attempted murder charges for trying to run over Sheriff's Deputies during a chase in a dump truck late Tuesday night.

Man charged following police chase in dump truck

Updated 09/01/2010 09:45 PM


CNY featured on “Man vs. Food”

City of Syracuse

Some of Syracuse's best places to eat are featured on prime time television. The Travel Channel aired an episode of its popular show "Man versus Food" Wednesday night.

CNY featured on “Man vs. Food”

09/01/2010 10:30 PM


Man charged in Utica stabbing

A Utica man is charged with attempted murder after a stabbing last night. Thomas Helligas of Utica was found in a home on Grove Place with a stab wound to the chest.

Man charged in Utica stabbing

11:55 AM

Police seize stolen guns in Utica

Police seize stolen guns from a home in Utica. A search warrant was executed at a home on the 1600 block of Neilson Street after police learned Freddie Lawrence might be in possession of several stolen guns.

Police seize stolen guns in Utica

11:51 AM



Woman accused of giving alcohol to teens

A Potsdam woman is accused of giving alcohol to two teenagers. State Police say Tamara Strader gave alcohol to two boys, ages 15 and 13.

Woman accused of giving alcohol to teens

11:48 AM

Woman charged with killing boyfriend

An early morning stabbing in the City of Watertown has left one man dead and his girlfriend behind bars, charged with manslaughter. Our Brian Dwyer has more on what happened and why one neighbor says she's not surprised.

Woman charged with killing boyfriend

Updated 09/01/2010 08:09 PM



Singh says Atunyote is too easy

It was another great day of golf at Turning Stone's Atunyote golf course on Tuesday for the annual NB3 Challenge. As we've heard in the past, most of the participants came away with a good impression of the course.

Singh says Atunyote is too easy

Spartans moving on without Moss

With the Orange out of town the high schoolers are taking over the Carrier Dome this Friday and Saturday. And the ES-M Spartans will kick off the busy weekend with a new look.

Spartans moving on without Moss

No Sales on SU Depth Chart

Former CBA star Marcus Sales has disappeared from the depth chart as the SU football team heads into Saturday's season-opener at Akron.

No Sales on SU Depth Chart




Poll shows Lazio has a shaky lead for GOP primary

Rick Lazio is maintaining a lead over Carl Paladino in the race for the Republican nomination for governor in New York, but it could be shaky. Lazio, a former congressman, has a 47 percent to 35 percent lead over Paladino, a millionaire Buffalo developer. But the Quinnipiac University poll shows a lot of unsure Republicans as the Sept. 14 primary approaches.

Poll shows Lazio has a shaky lead for GOP primary

9:41 AM

Politicians at the fair

For any candidate seeking a statewide office this fall, a visit to the state fair is a "must do." But how important is it to average voters, or fairgoers for that matter, that those running for office partake in the summertime tradition? Capital Tonight's Kaitlyn Ross took to the fairgrounds to investigate.

Politicians at the fair

09/01/2010 08:28 PM



Residents, tourists gearing up for Hurricane Earl

All eyes are on Hurricane Earl as it barrels toward North Carolina's coast and possibly Eastern New England. It's a category four storm, and it has already prompted evacuations. Andrea Pacetti from our sister station News 14 Carolina joins us from Kill Devil Hills where people are getting ready for the storm.

Residents, tourists gearing up for Hurricane Earl

Updated 9:30 AM

Blue Light Law signed by Paterson

A new law designed to increase safety for volunteer firefighters has been signed by the Governor. The Blue Light Law allows all fire departments to install additional blue emergency lights in the rear of all of their fire and emergency response vehicles.

Blue Light Law signed by Paterson

09/01/2010 02:30 PM



Recipe: Homemade Refrigerator Pickles

So easy and so very, very tasty!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe:</em></span> Homemade Refrigerator Pickles

Getaway Guy: Sugar Creek Getaway

Peace and quiet! If you're a camper and that's what you seek, look no further than 'Sugar Creek Glen' in Dansville, N.Y.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy:</em></span> Sugar Creek Getaway

Tone Up: Weighted bridge for the thighs

In today's Tone Up, we're doing a weighted bridge for your upper body and your thighs using a bosu.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up:</em></span> Weighted bridge for the thighs




Your Career: Job fairs for women

Job fairs continue to evolve as the employment situation stubbornly stays the same. Asa Aarons filed the following Employment Report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Your Career:</em></span> Job fairs for women

Recipe: Baked Eggs with Italian Sausage, Zucchini and Marinara

Tasty Italian stye meal that is great any time of the day!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe:</em></span> Baked Eggs with Italian Sausage, Zucchini and Marinara

Child Wellness: Sugar intake

In the U.S. sugar consumption is up and so is childhood obesity. Too much sugar can contribute to obesity and according to recent research there are more problems.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Child Wellness:</em></span> Sugar intake




Officials urge fairgoers to wear sunscreen

NY State Fair

Wednesday saw the worst day yet for heat at the fair and that kept emergency crews busy yet again. But it wasn't just the heat that made it dangerous to be out in the sun. Our Joleene Des Rosiers explains.

Officials urge fairgoers to wear sunscreen

Updated 6:03 AM


Two popular music acts perform at NYSF

NY State Fair

With two top 40 acts and their fans on the fairgrounds at the same time, it made for a crowded but exciting day. Our Kat De Maria caught up with some fans before the shows.

Two popular music acts perform at NYSF

09/01/2010 11:02 PM


Deadly crash in Madison County

Madison County

One person was killed Wednesday morning after their car burst into flames. It happened on Oxbow Road in the Madison County town of Fenner.

Deadly crash in Madison County

Updated 09/01/2010 04:33 PM


Adi Shakti World Fusion Belly Dancers perform at NYSF

NY State Fair

The Adi Shakti World Fusion Belly Dancers showed off their exotic talents at the New Times Theatre in the Art and Home Center Wednesday afternoon.

Adi Shakti World Fusion Belly Dancers perform at NYSF

09/01/2010 09:28 PM


Traffic gridlock

NY State Fair

State fairgoers had a traffic gridlock to deal with Wednesday as two star acts took to the stage. Our Amanda Kelley tells us about the bumper to bumper traffic in Syracuse.

Traffic gridlock

Updated 09/01/2010 10:51 PM


Tops teams up with SU

Onondaga County

Syracuse University athletes have a new partner on the field this fall. Tops Friendly Markets has teamed up with the university to be the major sponsor of the school's football team, as well as the basketball and lacrosse programs.

Tops teams up with SU

09/01/2010 10:24 PM


Booths in Hall of Health aimed towards women's health

NY State Fair

Booths hosted by women's health organizations had an extra important message this Women's Day.

Booths in Hall of Health aimed towards women's health

09/01/2010 10:28 PM


Batali cooks in Chevy Court

NY State Fair

Cooking pro and accomplished author Mario Batali took the stage Wednesday afternoon at Chevy Court.

Batali cooks in Chevy Court

09/01/2010 04:03 PM


Bieber's sudden rise to fame

NY State Fair

Bieber fever reigns at the New York State Fair as teenage sensation Justin Bieber takes the stage. But with his sudden and unlikely rise to fame, how long is he here to stay and what will his legacy be? Our Katie Gibas has the answer.

Bieber's sudden rise to fame

09/01/2010 03:48 PM


Some Waterloo residents don't dig proposed clay mine

Seneca County

A proposed clay mine in Seneca County is getting a lot attention in the Town of Waterloo. After months of debate from citizens and the owners of a large landfill, it appeared there might be a clear resolution this week. As Casey Bortnick explains, that's not what happened.

Some Waterloo residents don't dig proposed clay mine

09/01/2010 08:17 PM


Unemployment rate on the rise

Washington

The unemployment rate rose in nearly half of the nation's 374 largest metro areas in July, as the pace of hiring slowed from earlier this year.

Unemployment rate on the rise

09/01/2010 10:17 PM


Day seven of the fair

NY State Fair

Day seven at the Great New York State Fair is highlighted by Women's Day. In addition, the fair is anticipating a big crowd for both the re-scheduled Justin Bieber concert in the grandstand and Lady Antebellum at Chevy Court. Our Jamie Kazlo is at the fairgrounds and has more on the big day today

Day seven of the fair

Updated 09/01/2010 12:17 PM


Statewide hospitals receive a clean bill of health

New York

Statewide hospitals receive a clean bill of health when it comes to making progress in reducing infections patients can pick up while in the hospitals' care.

Statewide hospitals receive a clean bill of health

09/01/2010 08:47 PM


Two new wind turbines placed on top of Carousel Center

City of Syracuse

As part of a continuing effort to push green technology, two more wind turbines have been installed on top of Carousel Center in Syracuse.

Two new wind turbines placed on top of Carousel Center

09/01/2010 02:41 PM


Syracuse Man v. Food episode to air this evening

City of Syracuse

The City of Syracuse will be featured in prime time tonight. The Travel Channel will air an episode of its popular show Man versus Food that was shot in Central New York back in June.

Syracuse Man v. Food episode to air this evening

Updated 09/01/2010 11:08 AM


4-H Youth Dog Show at the fair

NY State Fair

Owners and well trained dogs put the skills they've been grooming to the test today at the Coca-Cola Coliseum. The pups and their human pals competed in the 4-H Youth Dog Show.

4-H Youth Dog Show at the fair

09/01/2010 11:03 AM


Maffei warns of impact from stem cell ruling

City of Syracuse

A Syracuse congressman is warning that a federal court ruling, limiting federal funding for research on embryonic stem cells, could have a major impact on the area.

Maffei warns of impact from stem cell ruling

09/01/2010 12:52 PM


DeWitt police arrest two in separate cases

DeWitt

DeWitt police make arrests in a recent burglary and attempted robbery.

DeWitt police arrest two in separate cases

Updated 09/01/2010 01:42 PM


Mario Batali comes to the fair

NY State Fair

At Chevy Court today, world renowned Chef Mario Batali will put on a cooking demonstration at 2 p.m. Batali is a regular on the Food Network's show Iron Chef America and is an expert in Italian Cuisine. Our Brad Vivacqua joins us now with the chef for a look at what fairgoers can expect today.

Mario Batali comes to the fair

09/01/2010 10:03 AM


Dump truck driver leads police on chase

East Syracuse

A police chase had seven police departments including air one busy late Tuesday night. Officials say it started around 10:30 when they responded to a call at Great Northern Mall for someone breaking into vending machines.

Dump truck driver leads police on chase

Updated 09/01/2010 07:25 AM