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• Evergreen Heights assisted living center evacuated because of potential flooding

  12-01-2018 23:31
  
  Evergreen Heights, a Weedsport assisted living center, was evacuated Friday because of potential flooding, according to the Cayuga County 911 Dispatch.
  
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• Update: Route 690 south in Van Buren reopens after flooding

  12-01-2018 23:15
  
  Route 690 in Van Buren had closed in both directions early on Friday, but has now reopened in both directions. Route 690 south reopened at 4:35 p.m.
  
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• Oswego County man faces new child sex charges

  12-01-2018 23:05
  
  Richard L. Calkins Sr., 30, of Hannibal, was arrested and charged with engaging in a criminal sex act and endangering the welfare of a child. The charges were added to previous charges of sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child.
  
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• Stone's Steakhouse in DeWitt temporarily closed

  12-01-2018 23:02
  
  Pipes were damaged during the recent spell of icy temperatures.
  
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• 'This Is Us' actor who plays young Kevin Pearson almost missed his audition

  12-01-2018 22:55 via today.com
  Logan Shroyer nabbed the role of teenage Kevin Pearson on his first tryout, but first he had to cancel an important appointment.
  
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• Slush, ice and a buried snowblower: See Syracuse's snowiest sidewalks

  12-01-2018 22:42
  We asked readers for photos of the worst sidewalks; here's what you sent
  
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• Hilary Duff's home is what Pinterest dreams are made of

  12-01-2018 22:14 via today.com
  "Younger" star Hilary Duff shows off her vibrant and modern LA home.
  
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• Flooding, freezing could create difficult evening commute across Central NY

  12-01-2018 22:02
  
  After several days of higher-than-normal temperatures melted snow and ice, the temperature is expected to drop drastically and flash freeze water on roadways.
  
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• No unnecessary travel in Baldwinsville due to flooding, officials say

  12-01-2018 21:59
  
  Village officials are telling people to stay home if possible, and not drive in the village.
  
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• Sewers overflow across Central NY as snow melts, heavy rain falls

  12-01-2018 21:55
  
  Municipalities reported sewage overflows into creeks and rivers
  
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• Update: Route 690 north in Van Buren reopens after flooding

  12-01-2018 21:36
  
  The southbound highway was later shut down at 10:40 a.m. and the northbound section was shut down at 11:10 a.m.
  
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• Why Hugh Grant tried to sidestep filming iconic 'Love Actually' dance scene

  12-01-2018 21:29 via today.com
  Hugh Grant reluctantly went along with director Richard Curtis' vision for a scene-stealing routine to the Pointer Sisters' "Jump (For My Love)."
  
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• Mayor Walsh's plan: Tickets, towing, crackdown on snow removal scofflaws

  12-01-2018 21:25
  
  City officials will begin actively ticketing illegally parked cars and plows that block sidewalks
  
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• Feds spare Syracuse homeless program that forfeited $5.1 million

  12-01-2018 21:00
  
  Syracuse Housing Authority receives new $680,000 federal grant to care for homeless people with mental illnesses, addictions, or other disabilities.
  
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• United Way comes up $500,000 short; will start new donation campaign at Wegmans

  12-01-2018 20:48
  The United Way of Central New York is facing a massive shortfall. Wegmans plans to ask shoppers to help "Bridge the Gap."
  
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• Snowfall forecast map: How much wet, heavy snow will pile up across Upstate NY?

  12-01-2018 20:20
  
  Rochester will be hit hardest with up to 17 inches; Syracuse could get a foot.
  
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• High temperature records broken again in Upstate NY, but cold is coming

  12-01-2018 20:08
  Temperatures rose into the 60s ahead of a major winter storm.
  
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• 'Sister, Sister' star Tia Mowry reveals she's expecting a girl — watch the video

  12-01-2018 19:50 via today.com
  The 39-year-old actress, author and lifestyle guru shared the news in a festive gender-reveal video on her YouTube channel.
  
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• One of Robert Neulander's lawyers, heralded as best of a generation, retires

  12-01-2018 19:45
  
  One of Robert Neulander's lawyers retires in New York City after a high-powered career.
  
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• 'It's never been anything like this:' Flooding covers nursery's gardens and upends sidewalks

  12-01-2018 19:11
  As rain poured down and snow melted, water rushed into yards, basements, roads, a cemetery and a nursery in Onondaga.
  
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• This 7-year-old's acceptance speech will make you cry ... and laugh and smile

  12-01-2018 19:10 via today.com
  Brooklynn Prince's words were raw, moving, completely sincere, at times funny and definitely the best moment of Thursday's Critics' Choice Awards.
  
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• Changes at Destiny USA in 2017: Which businesses opened, closed last year?

  12-01-2018 18:45
  More than 15 new stores, restaurants and entertainment venues opened at Destiny USA in 2017. Nine businesses also closed up shop this year.
  
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• Martin Luther King Jr. 2018: What's open, closed Monday? Banks, stores, mail, more

  12-01-2018 18:29
  Here's the information on banks, mail, libraries for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
  
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• Carrie Underwood, Ludacris score with new Super Bowl anthem, 'The Champion'

  12-01-2018 18:25 via today.com
  Carrie Underwood teamed with Ludacris for the song that will open the Super Bowl and figure into NBC's Winter Olympics coverage.
  
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• Judge: No racism in dismissal of black juror from pool in shopkeeper's rape case

  12-01-2018 18:21
  
  Craig Davis will continue serving his 7-year prison sentence.
  
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• Mayor Walsh to propose snow safety plan for Syracuse: Watch live

  12-01-2018 18:18
  Walsh is expected to deliver a plan to improve snow removal on sidewalks and streets
  
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• Severe winter storm descends on Upstate NY: Here's what to expect and when

  12-01-2018 18:16
  The storm is already causing flooding across Upstate.
  
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• What flooded roads are closed in Central NY?

  12-01-2018 18:07
  
  Emergency responders have shut down highways and town streets.
  
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• You can snag Chrissy Metz's Critics' Choice Awards dress for less than $100!

  12-01-2018 17:52 via today.com
  Chrissy Metz doesn't have to empty her bank account to look incredible.
  
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• Lawyer: Lysander murder a 'crime of passion' in house accused killer built himself

  12-01-2018 17:51
  
  Pete Trifunovski, 68, had bail set at $500,000 cash or $1,000,000 bond today.
  
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• CNY Spelling Bee written qualifying exam rescheduled due to weather

  12-01-2018 17:27
  The test will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20 at Christian Brothers Academy.
  
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• Expert: Syracuse's unshoveled sidewalks violate Americans with Disabilities Act

  12-01-2018 17:14
  The ADA requires municipalities to keep sidewalks passable
  
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• Update: Flooding shuts down Route 690 south and Route 690 north in Van Buren

  12-01-2018 17:06
  
  A stretch of the highway could be closed for more than four hours, the state Department of Transportation warned.
  
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• Flooding shuts down Route 690 south in Van Buren

  12-01-2018 17:06
  
  A stretch of the highway could be closed for more than four hours, the state Department of Transportation warned.
  
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• Part of Route 173, Duguid Road closed in Manlius due to flooding

  12-01-2018 17:02
  
  Flooding has closed parts of these roads in the town of Manlius.
  
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• Katko: NY utilities should use corporate tax cut to slash rates

  12-01-2018 17:00
  
  Congressman says utilities should pass savings on to customers after Congress passes biggest cut in corporate taxes in 30 years.
  
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• School closings in CNY: Early dismissals, after-school cancellations

  12-01-2018 16:59
  
  Some districts are dismissing early and cancelling after-school activities. We'll continue to update the list.
  
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• School closings in Central New York: After-school cancellations, Friday Jan. 12

  12-01-2018 16:59
  
  Some districts are cancelling after-school activities. We'll continue to update the list.
  
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• Del Lago casino can't support debts, has 'negative' outlook, investor service warns

  12-01-2018 16:50
  
  Moody's Investor Services drops rating as year-old casino falls short on revenues
  
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• Fired Syracuse principal rejects felony plea for lying about illegal 'time-out' room

  12-01-2018 16:47
  
  Laura Vieira-Suarez appears ready to take her chances at trial.
  
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• Syracuse police: Man charged with firing gun outside Eastwood bar

  12-01-2018 16:44
  
  Gerald L. Edwards was charged Thursday with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and first-degree reckless endangerment, police said.
  
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• See flooding across Central New York as winter storm bears down

  12-01-2018 16:34
  Roads and basements were flooded this morning by heavy rain and melting snow.
  
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• Pothole repair, broken-down truck, crash slow traffic on Interstate 690 in Syracuse

  12-01-2018 16:22
  
  Traffic is backed up to Thompson Road in DeWitt.
  
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• Aspen drops plan for larger HQ in Syracuse, will open office in Chicago

  12-01-2018 16:21
  
  Decision leaves City Center developers still looking for a commercial anchor for downtown Syracuse project.
  
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• 50 to 75 Oneida County homes being evacuated due to potential flooding

  12-01-2018 16:12
  
  A temporary shelter has been set up.
  
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• DeFrancisco still skeptical of $15M DeWitt factory deal, might block funding

  12-01-2018 16:01
  
  The empty factory is in the senator's district.
  
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• 'Dirty John' and 5 other true crime podcasts you need to listen to right now

  12-01-2018 15:55 via today.com
  "Dirty John" and five other true crime podcasts you need to listen to right now.
  
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• Ellen DeGeneres reveals her father passed away in touching tribute

  12-01-2018 15:45 via today.com
  An emotional Ellen DeGeneres told her audience on Thursday that her 92-year-old father had died only minutes after she spoke with him earlier this week.
  
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• Texas Roadhouse, Starbucks coming to new development in Clay

  12-01-2018 15:12
  
  The project includes, restaurants, medical and retail.
  
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• Watch Barack Obama defend his 'dad moves' to David Letterman

  12-01-2018 14:51 via today.com
  The former president told David Letterman about showing off his dad dance moves after being called up onstage during a performance by Prince.
  
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