Advocates have pushed for Onondaga County to revive its lead testing van for the last three years.
Justice & Equity
Posted inHousing
Another Syracuse landlord faces lawsuit over lead violations at rental properties
At least 15 children suffered from lead poisoning while living in properties owned by landlord William D’Angelo, AG alleges.
Posted inPolicing
Syracuse legislators approve 5-year, $6.8M contract for body-worn cameras, other equipment
The contract will net the department more Tasers and new interview room recording equipment.
Posted inGovernment & Politics
Onondaga County to begin rolling out lead testing van
The van was part of a $5 million commitment to lead testing by county officials.
Posted inPolicing
Syracuse police pitch 5-year, $6.8 million contract with Axon for new body cams
The contract would increase the police department’s 2023 operating budget by at least $600,000.
Posted inPhotojournalism
Sailboat that inspires peace and activism stops in Brewerton (photo of the week)
The Golden Rule is making several stops along the Erie Canal on its way west.
Posted inHousing
State AG’s office announces lawsuit against Syracuse landlord for repeated lead violations at multiple properties
The lawsuit targets Todd Hobbs’ 19 properties and seeks fines, restitution and ongoing inspections to protect tenants.
Posted inHousing
Remaining tenants at Skyline Apartments face ultimatum: Leave now or be evicted
Residents still living there are being labeled as “squatters” impeding progress toward fixing poor living conditions, but tenants say they simply don’t have anywhere to go
Posted inJustice & Equity
Onondaga Nation General Counsel Joe Heath debriefs on latest decision for nearly decade-long land theft petition
Heath calls human rights commission’s decision a win: ‘This is a significant achievement for the Nation’s 235-year struggle to regain their land.’
Posted inHousing
South Side case highlights clash between tenant protections, landlord rights in Syracuse
A single mother’s case is raising questions about judges’ discretion in local eviction enforcement cases.