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SU comes up short against Hoyas

It wasn't the end Syracuse University fans were hoping for. The Orange came up short in their final home matchup against Georgetown Saturday.

02/23/2013 06:33 PM

Body of missing teacher found

Search crews have found the body of a missing Wayne County teacher. Frederick Dunn, 48, was last seen Wednesday night.

02/23/2013 01:49 PM

Fans reflect on Georgetown rivalry

The Georgetown rivalry always brings big crowds to the Dome and as the numbers showed Saturday was no exception.

02/23/2013 06:40 PM

While students may be off school for a week, it doesn't mean the learning has to end. Some children spent part of winter break learning about the animals in their own backyard. Barry Wygel takes us to the Wild Center in Tupper Lake, where visitors can get up, close and personal with some feathered friends.

02/23/2013 06:09 PM

How the sequester will impact upstate New York

Massive budget cuts could take effect next week if lawmakers don't strike a deal on the sequester. Nick Reisman has more on the impact upstate New Yorkers could face.

02/23/2013 01:41 PM

Gillibrand unveils new bill aimed at creating jobs

It's no secret that New Yorkers are hurting for jobs. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has been touring the state pushing for a bill that would help create more high tech jobs. Barry Wygel met up with Gillibrand in Massena and has the details on her plan.

02/22/2013 04:40 PM

New prescription painkiller restrictions go into effect Saturday

Next time you go to the pharmacy, you might not be able to refill your painkiller prescription. The new regulations are part of New York's I-Stop law that goes into effect this weekend. Katie Gibas reports.

02/22/2013 05:27 PM

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Watch the latest forecast Watertown and the North Country.

02/23/2013 09:31 PM

Colton man charged in 2009 burglary case

A St. Lawrence County man has been arrested in Ohio after officials say he broke into a local school and fled back in 2009.

02/22/2013 01:16 PM

Missed deadline for teacher evaluation system

New York City missed the January deadline for a new teacher evaluation system, and it lost a four percent increase in state aid worth, roughly $250 million. YNN's Zach Fink filed the following report.

02/22/2013 10:43 PM

Pet spending rises despite economy

The economy might be slow, but one thing Americans refuse to pinch pennies on is their pets.

02/23/2013 01:08 PM

FDA approves new breast implant

Some plastic surgeons around the state say they will soon be offering a new type of breast implant that has just been approved by the FDA.

02/23/2013 04:19 PM

Search continues for missing teacher

The search for a missing Wayne County teacher is still underway. Frederick Dunn, 48, has been missing since Wednesday night. Police say he left the North Rose-Wolcott School to run an errand and never came back.

02/22/2013 07:50 PM

Jail deputy arrested

Livingston County Sheriff's deputies arrest one of their own. Robert Schleyer, 32 of Dansville, is charged with promoting prison contraband and receiving reward for official misconduct.

02/23/2013 01:28 PM

Local wrestlers bring home state championships

Eight area wrestlers claimed state crowns during the NYSPSAA finals Saturday night at the Times Union Center in Albany.

TC3 men win MSAC tournament

The top-seeded Tompkins Cortland Community College men's basketball team cut down its own nets on Saturday after blowing outNo. 3 Cayuga 87-66 in the Mid-State Athletic Conference tournament championship game.

Cortland men going dancing after winning SUNYAC tournament

The Cortland men's basketball team lived up to its No. 1 seeding in the SUNYAC tournament, beating No. 2 Plattsburgh 75-61 in the final on Sunday for its first tournament title since 2000 and its first NCAA Division III tournament berth since 2006.

Two people shot on South Salina Street in Syracuse

Syracuse Police investigate a late-night shooting that left at least two people injured.

3:52 AM

Seven displaced by fire on Mark Avenue

Seven people are displaced following a fire at a Syracuse home. It started at a home on Mark Avenue just after 1:30 Saturday afternoon.

02/23/2013 04:55 PM

Governor tours WNY

Governor Andrew Cuomo toured Western New York, delivering versions of his State of the State and budget addresses. He was also hammered with questions about gun control. Capital Tonight's Nick Reisman reports.

02/21/2013 07:42 PM

Fight over where to put new casinos

A new poll by The Beneson Strategy Group shows a majority of New Yorkers support an amendment for more casinos in New York State, but that number drops when you tell them that they won't have any control over their location. Zach Fink explains.

02/21/2013 07:18 PM

Healthy Living: Eating disorders

Nearly report 42% of first graders want to be thinner. Wanting to be thinner at that age could be a set up for problems with food and body image. YNN’s Marcie Fraser filed the following report.

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Travel with Val: Effort could bring once luxurious liner back to NYC

A historic cruise liner that once called New York City home is in dire straits as a conservancy group works hard to restore the ship to her former glory. YNN's Valarie D'Elia filed the following report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Travel with Val: </em></span> Effort could bring once luxurious liner back to NYC

Your Home: Tax time

You've gotten that yearly W-2 in the mail just recently, reminding you that it is that dreaded time of the year again: tax time. But we've got you covered on Your Home. We sat down with a tax professional for insight on everything you need to know about your taxes, specifically if you're a homeowner. YNN’s Innae Park filed the following report.