July 2, 2020: Syracuse falls victim to state’s budget woes
The Capitol Pressroom · July 2, 2020: Syracuse falls victim to state’s budget woes As New York waits for help from the federal government, localities across the state are feeling the crunch. Mayor Ben Walsh (I-Syracuse) explained how his
June 5, 2020: Syracuse Senator proposes revival of New Deal program
The Capitol Pressroom · June 5, 2020: Sen. Rachel May proposes revival of New Deal program The COVID-19 pandemic has had a massive economic impact with millions out of work. Sen. Rachel May (D-Syracuse), discussed her bill which would
June 1, 2020: Syracuse mall remains shuttered while retailers begin re-opening
The Capitol Pressroom · June 1, 2020: Syracuse mall remains shuttered while retailers begin re-opening Phase 2 of New York’s reopening process has begun which among others includes professional services and real estate. Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon (R)
PODCAST: Adjusting to quarantine w/Syracuse Sen. Rachel May
We spoke with Sen. Rachel May (D-Syracuse) about how she is adjusting to life during the quarantine.
Jan. 24, 2020: Bringing STEAM to the Syracuse region
A new regional high school for Syracuse is in the works that will focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and workforce development. Jaime Alicea, Superintendent of Syracuse City Schools, explained how the new school will
November 22, 2019: Racist incidents at Syracuse University
Several racist incidents on the campus of Syracuse University have left students on edge and with little answers. Julie McMahon, public affairs reporter at The Syracuse Post Standard, updated us on the situation.
Closing the ‘Epstein Loophole’ in state sex trafficking laws
Assemblymember Pamela Hunter wants to expand state law to make it easier for prosecutors to bring charges against sex traffickers.
The wild wild west of automated license plate readers
Assemblymember Pamela Hunter wants comprehensive rules and regulations for how automated license plate readers can be used.
Coolant chemicals restrictions in New York generate outcry
Sen. Chris Ryan wants to delay state rules limiting access to chemicals that are integral for existing cooling systems.
Increasing consumer protections with connected home cameras
State Sen. Rachel May wants to empower home camera owners with informed consent about how their footage might be used.
