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Man accused of killing Keith Reed Jr. to be extradited

The man accused of killing former Sherburne-Earlville Principal Keith Reed is expected to return to Western New York from Virginia this week to answer to those charges.

10:33 AM

Cuomo announces 74,000 job openings through Jobs Express

Governor Andrew Cuomo announces some good news for job seekers.

11:25 AM

Utica council hopes to repair image with rules

Utica's common council started the year with long meetings and hot tempers. Even some invited guests to those meetings commented on the shouting matches and the image it was giving the city. But as our Andrew Sorensen tells us, some people in city hall are hoping a few new rules will help them turn things around.

Updated 12/10/2012 06:37 PM

Boxing Hall of Fame announced class of 2013

The International Boxing Hall of Fame's class of 2013 was announced in Canastota.

12/10/2012 06:14 PM

Rep. Owens talks Farm Bill

Talk of the fiscal cliff has overshadowed the fact that there is still no Farm Bill in place in Washington, D.C. Congressman Bill Owens says the reason the bill has not been acted on since the election is because Congress wants to include it in the deal that addresses the fiscal cliff.

Updated 12/10/2012 06:01 PM

Man hits National Grid truck

A man has been accused of driving drunk and smashing into a National Grid truck.

12/10/2012 03:01 PM

Boxing Hall of Fame inductees announced today

The International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota will announce its inductees for the Class of 2013 later today. The annual ceremony is held every June, drawing thousands of boxing fans from across the country to Madison County.

12/10/2012 08:23 AM

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10:43 AM

Man stabbed while walking to the store

A man is recovering after being stabbed along Genesee Street in Utica.

Updated 12/10/2012 11:24 AM

Farmers give to food banks

Across the state, food bank workers see an increase in donations during the holiday season. And it's not only canned and non-perishable items filling up their shelves They're stocking up on fresh produce, as well. Farmers state wide are taking part in the holiday giving, supplying food banks with more than five million pounds of fresh fruits, vegetables and proteins. One local farmer is doing his part, making one of the largest donations from the Central New York area. Our Cara Thomas reports.

Updated 12/09/2012 06:08 PM

Boxing HOF announces class of 2013 inductees

The Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota announced its latest class of inductees Monday. Among the most famous is referee Mills Lane. Induction weekend takes place in June and will be dedicated to Canastota's own Carmen Basilio who passed away last month.

Nassib nostalgic on final game as Orange

The Orange will start prepping for the Pinstripe bowl Friday, hoping to bring home the Steinbrenner trophy for the second time in three years.

SU hoops squad still fourth in AP poll

The SU men's basketball team is ranked fourth in this week's AP poll after winning three games last week by a combined 119 points. The Orange (8-0) return to action following a week of final exams Saturday at 7pm against Canisius.

SUNY-ESF president stepping down

The president of SUNY-ESF is stepping down. Dr. Corneilus Murphy Jr. made his plans public during a campus meeting today.

11:52 AM

Cornell Univ. Police: Reported attempted rape did not occur

Cornell University Police have determined that an attempted rape reported near campus this past fall did not actually happen.

9:29 AM

Recycle your electronics

With the holidays fast approaching, many people will be getting new computers, televisions, and other electronic devices as gifts. That's why the Onondaga Resource Recovery Agency is reminding people to properly dispose old electronics by recycling.

9:22 AM

Syracuse addresses crime problem

Syracuse's mayor and police chief came together Monday night to address concerns about crime within the community, particularly among young people.

Updated 7:30 AM

Senate coalition announces Sandy relief plan

State lawmakers announced a new bi-partisan plan to help with Sandy recovery during a tour of the storm ravaged Rockaways. YNN's Zack Fink has the story.

12/10/2012 09:17 PM

Chelsea Clinton generates speculation of possible run for office

With the 2012 election behind us, a lot of political chatter has now been on who will run for 2016. There's a lot of speculation that includes New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, but former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton has been making a lot of appearances in the political scene. Grace Rauh has more.

12/10/2012 07:45 PM

Recipe: Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Rustic cold weather treat!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Date and Challah Bread Pudding with Toasted Salted Almonds

Money Matters: Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

A new grassroots organization is working to help small businesses recover after Sandy. Shazia Khan has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Money Matters: </em></span>Organization helping small businesses hurt by Sandy for free

Tech Beat: Helmsley Building to be lit every night with new energy efficient lighting system

One of New York City's and one of the world's most recognizable buildings, 230 Park Avenue, also known as The Helmsley Building, will, for the first time, be lit up every night. But the building won't just be lit with any lights. Our Adam Balkin has more.