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From @ncprnews.bsky.social: A state exploratory committee is evaluating whether Lake Placid and New York City could jointly host the 2042 Winter Games.
Hochul tours Lake Placid Olympic arena as NY explores bid to host 2042 games
Governor Kathy Hochul was in Lake Placid on Monday to tour some of the Olympic facilities as New York State explores a bid to host the 2042 Winter Games.
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Federal immigration officials are expanding capacity at the Batavia detention center as arrests and sightings increase across New York state.
ICE’s presence in New York is surging, immigrant rights activists say
In NYC, reported sightings of ICE activity more than doubled in July compared to June, advocates say. Such sightings quadrupled in parts of upstate New York during the same period.
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Onondaga County lawmakers authorized a lawsuit over 12-year term limits as Republicans floated a charter amendment compromise.
New compromise floated on term limits as Onondaga County Legislature approves potential court action
Republicans Tuesday proposed to avoid possible litigation by amending the county charter to impose a 12-year term limit on the county executive and county comptroller.
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A federal judge blocked NY state from enforcing a ban on face masks for immigration agents, citing constitutional limits on state regulation of federal agencies. The ruling allowed a separate state restriction on local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement to remain in place.
Federal judge blocks New York’s ban on ICE agents wearing masks
Ruling says New York can prohibit cooperation between local police and federal immigration officers.
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A federal judge granted a temporary injunction exempting several Catholic healthcare providers from New York's upcoming Medical Aid in Dying law.
Catholic groups win injunction in right-to-die law case as another lawsuit is dismissed
New York’s new Medical Aid in Dying law takes effect on Wednesday,and groups challenging the law in courtreceivedmixed resultsthis week.
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Onondaga County syphilis cases rose 800% between 2020 and 2025, prompting health officials to expand testing and street outreach.
As syphilis cases continue to skyrocket, Onondaga County increases its fight against the disease
Syphilis cases in Onondaga County surged 800% since 2020. Health officials are expanding street medicine and testing efforts to reach vulnerable groups.
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Fossil fuel companies and 22 states have asked a federal judge in Syracuse to strike down New York's $75 billion Climate Superfund law. U.S. District Judge Brenda Sannes expressed skepticism toward the state's defense and will issue a written decision.
Court hearing held in Syracuse over New York's Climate Superfund law
A federal judge in Syracuse is weighing a lawsuit from 22 states and oil companies seeking to overturn New York’s $75 billion Climate Superfund law.
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New York state regulators are implementing budget provisions that tie utility executives' pay to affordability metrics and tighten rate-hike reviews.
Could stricter consumer protections help with your utility bill? The head of the state PSC hopes so
New York State’s top energy regulator is moving to implement consumer protections in the state budget, which could have an impact on your home power bill.
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Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon proposed putting competing term-limit options on the ballot, but election officials question if the plan is legal.
Onondaga County Executive proposes term limits plan that might not be legal
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon's proposal is an attempt to head off a potential legal fight caused by his bill-signing mistake.
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NY state will require social media apps to verify user age before sending overnight notifications or feeds based on past likes to minors.
NY social media users face new age authentication requirement starting in January
Apps can’t send notifications to minors between midnight and 6 a.m.
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NY Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie says his goldendoodle, Paisley, offers a calming presence amidst high-stakes legislative negotiations in Albany.
'Love of my life': How Paisley the goldendoodle mellowed NY Assembly Speaker Heastie
Lawmakers said the dog helped mellow Heastie, a skilled backroom operator.
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With blood supplies critically low, the Red Cross is calling on CNY donors to fill upcoming drive appointments across the region.
Red Cross declares 'blood crisis' as supplies drop low enough to cause some rationing
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis as supplies fall by over 25%. Here is where to donate across central New York this summer.
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Advocates hope a revised state bill allowing New Yorkers to indicate organ donor status on tax returns will boost low enrollment rates.
Changes to organ donation bill aim to remove roadblocks
Advocates are hoping Gov. Kathy Hochul signs a bill allowing people to indicate on their tax returns whether they plan to donate organs or tissue.
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Auburn city officials are drafting local legislation to pause all data center development to protect the Owasco Lake watershed.
Auburn lawmakers look at data center moratorium despite state's own 1-year hold
Auburn city officials are considering a one-year hold on data center development to protect Owasco Lake's drinking water and local wastewater infrastructure.
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SUNY students with a valid ID or acceptance letter can gain free entry to the New York State Fair on Aug. 27.
SUNY students to receive free admission to the NYS Fair on Student Youth Day
The 178th edition of the New York State Fair near Syracuse runs from Aug. 26 to Sept. 7. This year, all SUNY students will receive free admission on Aug. 27.
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What can Long COVID teach us about the way we understand chronic illness? SFS Prof Emily Mendenhall joined @wrvo.org to discuss why complex chronic illnesses challenge medicine & why listening to patients is essential to improve care for multi-system conditions. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4vNUAKv
Emily Mendenhall on the Campbell Conversations
Emily Mendenhall, a medical anthropologist, talks about her new book titled "Invisible Illness: A History, from Hysteria to Long Covid."
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The estimated cost of the I-81 replacement project in Syracuse has officially surpassed $3 billion due to inflation and new design needs.
The Interstate 81 project was estimated to cost $2.25 billion. It's going to cost a lot more
The massive Interstate 81 viaduct replacement project in Syracuse has already surpassed its original $2.25 billion estimate, with NYSDOT citing inflation and design refinements.
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After Sherwood Forest's famous Major Oak died earlier this year, offspring derived from its acorns continue to thrive on the SUNY ESF campus in Syracuse.
One of the most iconic trees in the UK has died, but its offspring lives on in CNY
The Major Oak, known for its links to the legend of Robin Hood, was declared dead this year, but its progeny lives on at SUNY ESF in Syracuse.
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NPR's midyear video game list features a review of "Retro Rewind" by WRVO Digital Coordinator Kelly Nickerson. Read the complete list of reviews on our website, and tune in to Here and Now today at 2:52 p.m. on WRVO for an interview with NPR's games editor.
The best games of 2026 so far, picked by NPR's staff
Titans like Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert dominated in the first half of the gaming year, with early-access sequels like Slay the Spire 2 and Subnautica 2 not far behind.
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Legislation backed by Sen. Chuck Schumer would break up major meatpacking monopolies to force market competition and reduce consumer grocery costs.
Schumer touts plan to lower food prices in Auburn stop
Sen. Chuck Schumer visited Auburn to promote legislation aimed at breaking up major meatpackers to lower grocery prices for central New York families.
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Catholic leaders warn that attending a newly excommunicated church in Warners means local parishioners face excommunication themselves.
Excommunication of a Catholic group leaves Syracuse-area parishioners with a decision to make
Vatican excommunications of Society of St. Pius X leaders leave Syracuse-area traditionalist Catholic parishioners and students facing tough decisions.
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County Executive Ryan McMahon says the local study will evaluate regional resources and establish best practices for municipalities.
Onondaga County will go ahead with data center study despite state's about-face
Onondaga County will continue its own data center study despite Gov. Kathy Hochul's new statewide one-year moratorium and state-level review.
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A North Country study found higher rates of conditions like PCOS among adults who experienced adverse childhood trauma.
North Country study examines link between adult health and childhood experiences
A study across five North Country counties reveals significant links between adverse childhood experiences, adult mental health, and menstrual health conditions.
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As wildfire smoke triggers health alerts across the country, experts say a temporary air filter can be built using a box fan and a MERV 13 filter.
Is smoke in your home? Here's how to make an air purifier using a box fan
Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is sending air quality indexes to record levels, posing a hazard for millions of people. Here are tips for how to breathe easier in your home.
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Syracuse residents and business owners are raising concerns over dust, traffic, and access issues as Phase 2 of the Interstate 81 project begins.
As the 81 project creeps closer to downtown Syracuse, residents share complaints with lawmakers
Syracuse residents are starting to see the impact of the massive construction project, which will move further into the city this year.
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State officials have issued an air quality advisory for upstate New York as Canadian wildfire smoke threatens public health.
An air quality alert continues for upstate NY. Can wildfire smoke be harmful to your health?
As smoke from the Canadian wildfires drifts through the skies of upstate New York, wildfire experts are sharing thoughts on how you can protect yourself.
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Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon accidentally signed an approval for a term limits law that he had publicly pledged to veto. Legislative leadership plans to enforce the approval and place the measure on the ballot, despite objections from the county attorney.
County Executive meant to veto term limits bill but approved it by mistake
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon accidentally signed a term limits law he intended to veto, setting up a legal battle over the November ballot.
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Watertown's new law requires e-bike riders to wear helmets and stay off sidewalks following several local accidents.
After multiple accidents, Watertown passes new e-bike safety restrictions
People who violate the new rules could be fined $150 dollars for first-time offenses and $300 for any other offenses within 18 months.
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Central New York hunger relief organizations report a significant increase in demand for food assistance.
Local organizations see spike in food insecurity
Central New York food pantries are revamping delivery models and expanding pantry access to fight a major surge in summer childhood hunger.
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A new one-year pause on environmental permits for data centers over 50 megawatts aims to protect New York state ratepayers and resources.
Hochul order puts large data centers on hold in NY
The governor said her order pauses state environmental permits for one year in order to build a regulatory framework that protects the environment and ratepayers.
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