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15 injured in crash between bus and car in Oneida

We have more information to pass along about a crash this afternoon involving an ARC bus in the City of Oneida. It sent 15 people to the hospital, most with minor injuries.

Updated 5:16 PM

Effort to bring new manufacturer to former NPG site continues

About 200 jobs and an economic boost are part of what officials hope a new manufacturer can bring to the former New Process Gear site. The proposal to bring American Intermodal Container Manufacturing to the facility hasn't been solidified, but it did take a step forward Wednesday. Sarah Blazonis talked with community members who say they're excited about the possibilities

Updated 5:33 PM

Keeping city-county battles in check

Over the years, battles between the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County were frequent. But those battles seem to be a distant memory now. YNN's Bill Carey says despite the natural tensions between their two offices, the two leaders of those governments have forged what continues to be a successful partnership.

3:47 PM

More than 1,000 season tickets for Utica Comets sold

Support for the Mohawk Valley's new AHL team is exceeding the Utica Comets' expectations. As of Wednesday morning, 1,000 season tickets had been sold.

4:09 PM

Disaster drill held in Oswego County

Officials from several government agencies gathered in Oswego County Wednesday to hold a nuclear plant emergency drill. There are complex plans in place for different types of emergencies and officials want to see how well those plans can be put into action. Candace Hopkins has more.

Updated 4:58 PM

One man received minor burns in Deferiet house fire

A Jefferson County home was destroyed and one man was hurt after a fire.

3:12 PM

19 arrested after breaking in to Sauquoit Valley High School

Nineteen people were arrested after a break in at the Sauquoit Valley High School. New Hartford Police say it was all a part of a senior prank that took place on the night of June 2nd.

5:22 PM

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3:33 PM

Construction begins on Route 370 bridge

We have a traffic alert to pass along to anyone who drives on Route 370 between Salina and Lysander. Construction has now begun on the bridge over the Seneca River, which means the westbound lane will be closed to traffic.

Updated 4:44 PM

GDF Suez Energy North America closing its Syracuse branch

The Syracuse branch of a national energy company is closing by the end of the year.

4:49 PM

Three arrested on drug charges

Authorities made three arrests after finding a large amount of cocaine at a home in Oneida.

3:08 PM

Vigil planned for Lori Bresnahan

Community members will pay their respects to a Liverpool woman who was killed in a brutal attack in Clay back in March. A vigil will be held tonight for Lori Bresnahan at Onondaga Lake Park.

10:32 AM

North Syracuse school budget passes

Neighbors in five school districts were back at the polls Tuesday night for a second round of voting on school budget proposals.

Updated 7:01 AM

Hockey fans proud of the Crunch

It wasn't the result Crunch fans were hoping for, but fans say they are happy about the overall success of the team this season. The Crunch fell 5-2 against Grand Rapids in game six of the Calder Cup Finals. Our Brad Vivacqua joins us from outside the War Memorial to tell us why fans are still proud of the team.

7:27 AM

Probation officers fired, demoted over Renz case

Several U.S. probation officers have been fired or demoted in response to their lack of oversight of David Renz. Renz is charged with killing 47-year old Lori Bresnahan and raping a 10-year-old girl in March. Katie Gibas reports.

Updated 06/18/2013 05:52 PM

Crunch historic season ends in game six

The Syracuse Crunch gave up three goals in the third period, two on empty-netters, in a season-ending 5-2 loss to the Grand Rapids Griffins in game six of the Calder Cup Finals.

SU's Grant makes USA cut

SU basketball forward Jerami Grant will go for his second gold medal in two years after making the final cut for the USA U19 team that will compete at the FIBA World Championship in the Czech Republic next month.

Crunch look to split series with Griffins

After crawling back from a 3-game deficit in the Calder Cup finals, the Syracuse Crunch are staying alive in the series, trailing two games to three with the game 6 advantage on home ice.

Governor applauds work done this legislative session

Governor Andrew Cuomo is applauding leaders for the work they've done so far this session, but is urging them to make sure the last bit of the session is productive. Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman joined is from the Capitol with more on what the governor had to say.

4:39 PM

White House steps up efforts to combat gun violence

The White House is stepping up its efforts to combat gun violence, with a renewed push to get Congress to pass the expanded background checks the Senate blocked earlier this spring, and the vice president is warning lawmakers who block their efforts that they will face a political backlash. Washington bureau reporter Michael Scotto filed the following report.

11:48 AM

Jury to continue deliberating Thursday in Maurice Anthony trial

The jury in the Maurice Anthony murder trial has the case, but after a full day of deliberations, there is no verdict.

5:24 PM

Man arrested for allegedly robbing M&T Bank on Exchange Street

A Johnson City man has been arrested in a morning robbing a bank.

5:45 PM

New Time Warner Cable channel lineup

Time Warner Cable’s new channel lineup is now in place in Greater Syracuse. By Thursday morning, customers in Watertown and the North Country should be next to see the changes.

5:05 PM

Suspect in Tompkins Co. double shooting arrested in NYC

The man accused in a double shooting in Tompkins County nearly two months ago was arrested in New York City.

1:26 PM

New music games really know how to teach

In part three of this week's five-part series recapping some of the top titles from the E3 video game convention, Adam Balkin takes a look at how music games -- a genre which has recently fallen on hard times -- is trying to make a comeback through innovative new features.

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Annual physical important for all children and teens

If your child doesn't play a sport, chances are your child isn’t getting a yearly physical, for most kids it's not necessary, but for some it is. For this edition of Child Wellness Wednesday, YNN’s Marcie Fraser has more.

Japanese maples and dieback

Japanese maples are a favorite in Upstate New York landscape. The problem is, there's usually dieback. Terry Ettinger explains.

A dog's mouth is not cleaner than a human's mouth

A dog’s mouth has far more bacteria than our own.

Doctors devote more research to chemo patients' sexual health

As more and more people live past their harrowing battles with cancer, increased attention is being paid to certain side-effects of chemotherapy, such as the growing field of research into sexual function for women after cancer. Health reporter Erin Billups filed the following report.

Canal system back open

There is some good news for boaters. The canal system is now back open between Cayuga County and the Hudson River.