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• New administrator named for Syracuse police watchdog board

  15-06-2017 23:49
  
  Ranette L. Releford, a Syracuse native and graduate of city schools, will take over the job.
  
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• Nicole Kidman reveals the 1 thing she disliked about her looks as a child

  15-06-2017 22:43 via today.com
  
  Nicole Kidman may be recognized today for her stunning looks, but as a child she didn't see herself that way.
  
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• Upstate NY parents charged after allowing son to skip school or go in late 76 days

  15-06-2017 22:20
  
  The boy missed school or was late to class 42 percent of the school year.
  
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• Listen to the song that was written for Hoda and Haley Joy!

  15-06-2017 22:13 via today.com
  
  This week's iHoda had a sweet and personal significance for Hoda Kotb ... it's about her and Haley Joy! Listen to it here.
  
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• Kirk Jones, who survived historic Niagara Falls plunge, dies in return 14 years later

  15-06-2017 22:04
  
  Kirk R. Jones' body was discovered in the Niagara River on June 2, after an apparent second attempt, state park police said.
  
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• Police: Armory Square fatal shooter said he was jumped by 3 men in robbery

  15-06-2017 22:03
  
  Sangsouriyanh Maniphonh's murder trial continues today.
  
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• Police: Armory Square fatal shooter first said he was jumped by 3 men in robbery

  15-06-2017 22:03
  
  Sangsouriyanh Maniphonh's murder trial continues today.
  
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• Effort to make Thruway free for Syracuse commuters gains traction with NY State

  15-06-2017 22:03
  
  Sen. John DeFrancisco's bill waiving Thruway fees passed the Senate Thursday
  
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• NYS Chinese Lantern Festival closed Thursday due to severe weather; will reopen Friday

  15-06-2017 21:57
  
  The festival will reopen Friday.
  
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• Box Office: 'Cars 3' Cruises Toward $50M-Plus Debut; Tupac Biopic 'All Eyez on Me' Could Top $30M

  15-06-2017 21:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Elsewhere, Sony's R-rated female comedy 'Rough Night' is getting devoured by Mandy Moore shark thriller '47 Meters Down,' while 'Wonder Woman' soars past the $500 million mark globally.read more
  
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• What should happen to Kirkville woman who ripped off $86,000 from taxpayers?

  15-06-2017 21:29
  
  Tammy Banack got probation. Is that the appropriate punishment?
  
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• 75-years-to-life upheld for robber who killed SU student delivering chicken wings

  15-06-2017 20:54
  
  Dominic Dennard lost his appeal to reduce his 75-year-to-life sentence.
  
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• Syracuse's BlueRock Energy named to Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces for 2017

  15-06-2017 20:45
  
  The energy services company is among more than 200 companies to make the list this year.
  
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• Flash flood chances 'elevated' for Central NY tonight

  15-06-2017 20:41
  
  Rain could be heavy at times
  
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• See Sarah Jessica Parker's sweet tribute to son on last day of school

  15-06-2017 20:39 via today.com
  
  James Wilkie will soon be heading to high school — and his famous mom is feeling some pangs about that.
  
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• NY Senate ethics committee meets first time in eight years then punts on 'lulu' reform

  15-06-2017 20:22
  
  The committee's next meeting to discuss "lulus" has not been scheduled.
  
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• Chuck Schumer reflects on shooting: Let's end nastiness, vitriol, hate in politics

  15-06-2017 20:16
  
  NY senator and Senate Democratic Leader calls for civility in politics after gunman targets GOP congressman at baseball practice.
  
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• 5 Central NY men charged with hate crimes for severely beating man, police say

  15-06-2017 20:14
  
  Investigators have determined the attack was otherwise unprovoked.
  
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• You can buy a piece of Audrey Hepburn's iconic wardrobe

  15-06-2017 20:07 via today.com
  
  Ever dreamed of owning a piece of Audrey Hepburn's iconic wardrobe? Soon, you can.
  
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• Police searching for SUNY Oswego woman missing for over a week

  15-06-2017 19:57
  
  Natalie Smith, who was working at SUNY Oswego as a STEM mentor, was headed to a conference in Albany. Her was found abandoned in Brooklyn.
  
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• 'Bachelor in Paradise' star DeMario Jackson: My character has been 'assassinated'

  15-06-2017 19:30 via today.com
  
  Jackson released a statement Wednesday night in response to what he described as the "false claims and malicious allegations" against him.
  
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• Here are all 50 places Syracuse kids can get free meals this summer

  15-06-2017 19:27
  
  The Syracuse City School District's summer food service program is expanding by eight locations this summer.
  
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• Erin Maxwell's killer eligible for parole; Oswego DA encourages letters to board

  15-06-2017 18:52
  
  Oswego County District Attorney Gregory Oakes does not want the New York state parole board to free Alan Jones, who was convicted of killing his 11-year-old stepsister Erin Maxwell.
  
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• Flood watches in effect in Upstate NY as strong thunderstorms barrel east

  15-06-2017 18:45
  
  Dry air east of I-81 should limit rainfall in the eastern part of the state
  
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• Construction begins on another large student apartment project in Syracuse

  15-06-2017 18:01
  
  The Walnut Avenue development is the latest in a string of big student apartment buildings going up near Syracuse University.
  
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• Armory Square murder trial resumes with tight security after bloody brawl

  15-06-2017 17:38
  
  Sangsouriyanh Maniphonh is accused of killing a romantic rival.
  
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• FootGolf: Soccer-golf hybrid arrives at Syracuse's Sunnycrest Park

  15-06-2017 17:09
  
  The course will be open from May 1 until the end of September.
  
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• Gwyneth Paltrow recalls living through teen years: 'It was brutal'

  15-06-2017 16:32 via today.com
  
  "I think it's a time in one's life when you're trying on different personas," the mother of two told TODAY.
  
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• Judge: No way woman can pay back $86,000 stolen from taxpayers, despite avoiding jail

  15-06-2017 16:23
  
  Tammy Banack admitted stealing from the state's Medicaid and pension systems.
  
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• Brandon Hinman faces up to 7 years in prison for violating probation

  15-06-2017 15:52
  
  Brandon Hinman, Jenna Hinman's widower, faces up to seven years in prison for violating the terms of his probation from his 2014 forgery conviction.
  
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• Megyn Kelly's Stakes Are Sky High for Her Alex Jones Interview (Guest Column)

  15-06-2017 15:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If the anchor provides information and explanation — in other words, proper journalism — she will have earned the right to the benefit of the doubt the next time she takes on a toxic topic.read more
  
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• Box-Office Preview: 'Cars 3' to Rev Past 'Wonder Woman'

  15-06-2017 15:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A trio of smaller films will also open nationwide this weekend, including Tupac biopic 'All Eyez on Me' and raunchy female comedy 'Rough Night.'read more
  
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• Reese Witherspoon takes 'Wild' adventure with cute 'wilderness buddy'

  15-06-2017 15:33 via today.com
  
  The "Big Little Lies" star let her teenage son run wild — and she was right by his side!
  
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• Comedy Actress Roundtable: Emmy Rossum, America Ferrera on Pay Standoffs and Casting by Bikini

  15-06-2017 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Serious talk from comedy stars — also including Pamela Adlon, Minnie Driver, Kathryn Hahn and Issa Rae — about being asked to audition in a two-piece swimsuit ("We want to see how tight your ass is") and male nudity: "Get your balls out, boys!" read more
  
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• Onondaga Lake: After a 20-year delay, 'Don't eat fish' signs will finally go up

  15-06-2017 14:42
  
  Refugees could be eating 40 meals a month of contaminated fish
  
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• Gloria Estefan mourns the loss of her 'beloved' mom

  15-06-2017 14:40 via today.com
  
  The singer paid tribute to her mother, also named Gloria, in a moving Instagram post.
  
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• What is CNY's $500 million paying for? The first 40 projects

  15-06-2017 14:15
  
  This chart lists all contracted projects using funds from the Upstate Revitalization Initiative as of January 2017, according to records obtained from New York state.
  
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• NY state's $500M to 'transform' CNY economy: More hope than results so far

  15-06-2017 14:14
  
  The state has invested in drone technology, but also in routine business projects that yield few or no jobs.
  
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• No track record? No problem. Startup firm wins $1.3M commitment from NY

  15-06-2017 14:13
  
  The Florida company is among several that have not followed through on Upstate Revitalization Initiative projects.
  
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• Jessica Simpson's daughter jumps for joy in adorable graduation pic

  15-06-2017 13:58 via today.com
  
  It's a milestone moment for any parent. When your child graduates...from nursery school.
  
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• Mid-summer weather for Father's Day Weekend in Central New York

  15-06-2017 13:33
  
  Hot and humid conditions will trigger a few thunderstorms this weekend in Central New York.
  
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• Significant delays along Interstate 690 in Syracuse after crashes (Updated)

  15-06-2017 13:14
  
  Crashes on both the east and westbound directions has closed lanes.
  
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• Students perfectly restored this 1967 Chevy Camaro, and will raffle it (photos)

  15-06-2017 12:15
  
  Students in the Auto Technology Department at East Syracuse Minoa High School have been building cars to raffle for 12 years
  
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• Cops: Man charged with having illegal fireworks, pot during stop on NYS Thruway

  15-06-2017 05:55
  
  Stephen R. Dubois was charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of marijuana, a misdemeanor; unlawfully possessing illegal fireworks, a violation; and a traffic violation.
  
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• GOP baseball shooting: Scalise still in critical condition; Trump visits

  15-06-2017 05:10
  
  The hospital said Scalise, who sustained a single gunshot wound to the hip, would require additional surgeries.
  
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• 'Bachelor in Paradise' Controversy: All the Details (So Far)

  15-06-2017 00:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The latest updates on the ongoing misconduct investigation include on-set details and two former 'Bachelor' stars speaking out.read more
  
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• Ryan Lochte shares 1st photo of baby boy with fiancee Kayla Rae Reid

  15-06-2017 00:16 via today.com
  
  Olympian Ryan Lochte and his fiancee Kayla Rae Reid welcomed their son Caiden less than a week ago.
  
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• 'The Handmaid's Tale' Star Elisabeth Moss Explains Pivotal Finale, Outlines Season 2

  15-06-2017 00:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  "I had chills all over my body and my jaw dropped," Elisabeth Moss teases.read more
  
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