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• Goodbye, long hair! Halle Berry brings back her famous pixie cut

  14-12-2016 23:38 via today.com
  
  Halle Berry's hair is cropped into a gorgeous new pixie cut — just like the old days!
  
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• Yahoo says hackers stole information from over 1B accounts

  14-12-2016 23:20
  
  Yahoo says the information stolen may include names, email addresses and phone numbers.
  
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• Chrissy Teigen's heart melts when her daughter meets Santa — see the photo

  14-12-2016 23:07 via today.com
  
  Little Luna met the "sweetest Santa ever," and Chrissy Teigen found a funny way to get her absent husband, John Legend, involved.
  
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• Onondaga Co. assigned lawyers to reapply for jobs, be critiqued by accused criminals

  14-12-2016 23:00
  
  It's part of sweeping changes coming in the next few years to the program that provides criminal lawyers for the poor.
  
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• Ryan Lochte is going to be a dad — see the sweet announcement!

  14-12-2016 22:43 via today.com
  
  The Olympic gold medal-winning swimmer and his fiancee, Playboy model Kayla Rae Reid, are expecting their first child together.
  
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• 12 things we learned about Dean Cain — while he took puppy Charlie for a walk

  14-12-2016 21:37 via today.com
  
  TODAY's puppy with a purpose, Charlie, got to know Dean Cain Tuesday morning, as the pair took a stroll around the plaza.
  
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• Ashley Madison cheating website settles with government after data breach

  14-12-2016 21:26
  
  The investigation found lax data security practices and says the company made several misrepresentations.
  
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• Ben Affleck praises ex Jennifer Garner as the 'world's greatest mom'

  14-12-2016 21:22 via today.com
  
  Ben Affleck may be separated from Jennifer Garner, but he still says she's a great mom to their three children.
  
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• Giving a gift card for Christmas? NY comptroller offers advice for avoiding fees

  14-12-2016 21:08
  
  Last year, $11 million from unused gift cards was turned over to New York State.
  
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• Fed raises key interest rate and foresees 3 hikes in 2017

  14-12-2016 20:46
  
  The Fed's action Wednesday will mean modestly higher rates on some loans.
  
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• Upstate NY Uber battle continues with pro and con video ads

  14-12-2016 20:37
  
  Uber's efforts have been opposed by the Upstate Transportation Association, which represents Upstate taxi drivers.
  
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• 'Super Fly' movie remake seeks extras for filming in Syracuse

  14-12-2016 20:25
  
  The cast includes Cocoa Brown, Jamal Woolard and Patrice Lovely.
  
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• Prosecutor in Cosby case alleges 'lifetime' of sex assault

  14-12-2016 20:15
  
  A defense lawyer said the case was being tried so a "bandwagon" of women could pursue old claims.
  
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• Troopers urge NYS Thruway drivers to be cautious as snowstorm hits Upstate NY

  14-12-2016 20:08
  
  The storm was expected to hit Western New York early Wednesday afternoon.
  
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• Upstate Uber battle continues with pro and con video ads

  14-12-2016 19:33
  
  Uber's efforts have been opposed by the Upstate Transportation Association, which represents Upstate taxi drivers.
  
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• General Motors to invest $334M in 3 New York state plants

  14-12-2016 19:28
  
  The money will pay for new equipment and machinery needed to produce next-generation engines and other automotive components.
  
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• 'Shameless': Emmy Rossum Resolves Salary Standoff, Paving Way for Season 8

  14-12-2016 19:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The actress had been seeking equal pay — and more — for the Showtime dramedy.read more
  
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• School closings in Central New York: Early dismissals announced, Wednesday Dec. 14

  14-12-2016 18:59
  
  We'll continue to update the list.
  
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• Oneida County 16-year-old charged with identity theft

  14-12-2016 18:59
  
  Police said the teen made more than $1,000 in purchases using the victim's credit cards.
  
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• For 1st time, all NY schools will be able to test students with computers

  14-12-2016 18:50
  
  Districts will be able to decide which schools, grade levels and subjects areas they would like to test using computers. It's entirely voluntary this year.
  
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• Weather service warns of heavy lake effect snow for much of Central New York

  14-12-2016 18:29
  
  The National Weather Service has issued a lake effect snow advisory Onondaga, Madison and southern Oneida counties starting over night tonight.
  
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• Kylie Jenner's home is not at all what we expected — see inside

  14-12-2016 18:26 via today.com
  
  Kylie Jenner is selling a California home she bought just last summer. Take a tour inside.
  
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• Critic's Notebook: SAG Award Nominations Welcome 'Stranger Things,' 'The Crown'

  14-12-2016 18:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  'Westworld' also made a big SAG Awards play, but the actors ignored Donald Glover and 'Atlanta' on the comedy side.read more
  
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• Auburn police: Men knocked 72-year-old man to the ground before stealing his wallet

  14-12-2016 18:00
  
  The man was not injured during the robbery, police said.
  
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• County lawmakers want to waive Thruway tolls for drivers in Syracuse

  14-12-2016 17:59
  
  A proposal asks the state to eliminate tolls for drivers traveling between exits 34A and 39
  
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• Exclusive: In prison, Baby Maddox's dad and killer faces ultimate question: Why? (video)

  14-12-2016 17:26
  
  Ryan Lawrence says a madness drove him to beat his 21-month old daughter to death then try to hide from pjavascript:void(0);olice.
  
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• Oneida county man charged with rape in connection with person younger than 17

  14-12-2016 17:16
  
  The man was charged Tuesday in Utica.
  
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• SAG Film Snubs: 'Silence,' 'Loving,' '20th Century Women'

  14-12-2016 16:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Tom Hanks and Taraji P. Henson again failed to be recognized for their lead roles in 'Sully' and 'Hidden Figures,' respectively, while Oscar frontrunner 'La La Land' was left out of SAG-AFTRA's best cast category.read more
  
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• SAG Awards: 'Manchester by the Sea' Leads Film Nominees

  14-12-2016 16:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In addition to 'Manchester,' ensemble cast nominees include 'Moonlight,' 'Captain Fantastic,' 'Fences' and 'Hidden Figures.'read more
  
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• SAG Noms: Out of Touch With This Award Season's Reality?

  14-12-2016 16:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  THR's awards columnist notes that 'La La Land' henceforth will face a daunting statistic: only one film in the 21 years in which the best ensemble prize previously was presented was not nominated for it but still won the best picture Oscar.read more
  
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• Michael Moore Pens Long Warning About How Donald Trump Will "Get Us Killed"

  14-12-2016 16:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  "So, my fellow Americans, when the next terrorist attack happens — and it will happen, we all know that — and after the tragedy is over, amidst the death and destruction that might have been prevented, you will see Donald Trump acting quickly to blame everyone but himself."read more
  
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• Mayoral campaign for Juanita Williams gets early jump on advertising with Erie Blvd. billboard

  14-12-2016 15:44
  
  Williams has not yet said she will run for mayor, though her candidacy seems imminent
  
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• New DeWitt restaurant delays opening to 2017

  14-12-2016 15:42
  
  The restaurant will specialize in farm-to-table fare. It has delayed its opening by several months.
  
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• New DeWitt farm-to-table restaurant delays opening to 2017

  14-12-2016 15:42
  
  The restaurant will specialize in farm-to-table fare. It has delayed its opening by several months.
  
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• Tessy Plastics to buy recently closed Daikin Applied factory in Auburn

  14-12-2016 15:18
  
  The Elbridge-based plastics company would use the former factory for warehousing and possibly manufacturing.
  
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• Tribute: Alan Thicke, Paragon of '80s TV Fatherhood and Canadian Identity

  14-12-2016 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Effortlessly projecting decency, warmth and good sense, the 'Growing Pains' star was in many ways the ultimate TV dad — and a quintessential Canadian. read more
  
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• Tim Goodman: The Best TV of 2016

  14-12-2016 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  From old reliables that hit dazzling new heights to brilliant newbies (hello, 'Atlanta'!) and underseen gems ('The A Word', anyone?), THR's chief TV critic ranks his 38 favorite shows of the year.read more
  
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• Galloway on Film: The Art of Negotiation

  14-12-2016 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It’s time we learned the value of compromise, from Donald Trump on down.read more
  
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• Alan Thicke Opened Up to THR About His Career in One of His Last Interviews

  14-12-2016 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ten days before his sudden death, the Canada-born entertainer reflected on his rocky start in show business, why versatility was key to his success and how he mentored son Robin.read more
  
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• SAG Awards 2017: The Complete List of Nominations

  14-12-2016 14:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The noms for the 23rd annual ceremony were unveiled Wednesday morning.read more
  
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• 'Heartbroken': Alan Thicke's family and friends remember TV legend

  14-12-2016 14:27 via today.com
  
  Just hours after the beloved TV star's death, tributes from family, friends and fans of the 69-year-old came pouring in.
  
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• See how the I-81 changes will affect Syracuse's Northside (video)

  14-12-2016 14:22
  
  A resident of Franklin Square speaks about how the changes will affect him.
  
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• Today's obituaries: Nicholas W. Nicotra worked at Upstate Hospital for 22 years

  14-12-2016 12:58
  
  Nicotra, 54, was director of operating room materials management at the hospital.
  
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• Jackie Wilson leads a fast-growing fashion design business in CNY

  14-12-2016 11:34
  
  She learned her dad's advice was better than a check: You'll figure it out.
  
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• China: US policy favoring recognition of Taiwan could 'seriously' hurt peace, stability

  14-12-2016 06:47
  
  Under the one-China policy, the U.S. recognizes Beijing as China's government and maintains only unofficial relations with Taiwan, a former Japanese colony which broke from the Chinese mainland amid civil in 1949.
  
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• 28 year old hospitalized after being shot in back in Syracuse, police say

  14-12-2016 03:26
  
  Police said a man arrived at Upstate University Hospital in a private vehicle with gunshot wounds.
  
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• Hollywood Pays Tribute to TV Dad Alan Thicke

  14-12-2016 03:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ellen DeGeneres, Paula Patton, Bob Saget and more honored their friend Tuesday on social media. read more
  
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• Family has cars broken into in Dryden while mourning death of 11-year-old girl

  14-12-2016 02:32
  
  Four cars belonging to people mourning the death of an 11-year-old girl were broken into Tuesday.
  
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• Family: Cars were broken into in Dryden as they mourned death of 11-year-old girl

  14-12-2016 02:32
  
  Four cars belonging to people mourning the death of an 11-year-old girl were broken into Tuesday.
  
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• Government to require cars be able to talk to each other

  14-12-2016 00:07
  
  Vehicle-to-vehicle communications enables cars to transmit their locations, speed, direction and other information.
  
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