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Chris Bolt/WAER NewsHeavy snow and high winds caused government offices and businesses to close Tuesday. A winter weather storm warning lasts until 7:00 am Wednesday for Onondaga County, which issued a travel advisory. -
Abbey LeibertLawmakers are reconsidering prison sentencing and rehabilitation with the Earned Time Act, the Marvin Mayfield Act, and the Second Look Act.
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Textile recycling, clothes, mattresses, rugs, etc., is challenging, generally not handled by municipalities. Other groups such as Planet Aid, are tackling it through donations, innovative methods. -
Four new holiday plays from Syracuse's Armory Square Playwrights air on WAER. Stories explore faith, family traditions, and unexpected connections this holiday season. -
Deputy Chief Mark Rusin was named Syracuse's next police chief by incoming Mayor Sharon Owens. He shared thoughts on crime, reform, community and transforming the department. -
More notably, the city saw declines below the five-year average. -
President Helen Hudson, 2nd district councilor Pat Hogan, and councilor-at-large Amir Gethers aren't returning next year. -
A water supply main break threatens the flow to people in towns of DeWitt, Manlius, Pompey, Sullivan, Lenox & Lincoln. Residents asked to conserve; repairs expected to take 2 weeks.
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Nine new buses will help deliver more frequent pick-ups and minimal stops. -
WAER broadcasts the complete "Horns and Harmonies" concert December 23, at 8 p.m. Listeners can tune in at 88.3 FM or stream live at WAER.org. -
Onondaga County Water Authority customers in northeastern Onondaga and northwestern Madison Counties are being asked to conserve water while repairs are made. -
The victory comes after a tough year for climate priorities in New York.
