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Sunset on Cazenovia Lake in Madison County (photo)
A gorgeous sunset on Cazenovia Lake was the ending to a perfect summer day. Photo by Debbie Bower ... more
Enjoying a Beautiful Day in Madison County (photo)
A couple ducks enjoy a relaxing day near a pond in Cazenovia, NY. Photo by Debbie Bower ... more
CHANGE ALMOST HERE: Strong storms moving through tonight, cooler Friday in the Finger Lakes
The heat is on for one more day in the Finger Lakes as cooler air slowly approaches the region behind some strong thunderstorms. Some of the storms currently moving through the Finger Lakes could produce ... more
Driver pleads guilty to charges from fatal Cayuga Co. wreck
The Cayuga County District Attorney's Office announced that Kadesha Dunham, 24, of North Syracuse pleaded guilty to two counts of Criminally Negligent Homicide, and 3 counts of Assault in the Third Degree, resulting from the ... more
Thunderstorms rip through the Finger Lakes on Monday
Severe thunderstorms moved through our area Monday afternoon and into the evening, mostly south of the Thruway to the west and through the central/southern Finger Lakes. These storms packed a punch with strong lightning and ... more
How to protect your pet from firework stress on July Fourth
More dogs run away during the Fourth of July than any other day of the year according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Although many people have fun during the ... more
State DEC crews battle plant causing burns and blindness
State DEC crews are out in full force battling against a plant that can cause burns and blindness. It's called giant hogweed. The sap inside the towering plant can cause burns on your skin if ... more
BRINGING THE HEAT: Hottest weather since 2012 moves into the Finger Lakes
Heat advisories have been issued, and officials are urging for the elderly and young to use extreme caution. In an advisory on Thursday, New York State Office for the Aging Director Greg Olsen warned that ... more
Beautiful Day in Syracuse in Onondaga County (photo)
A beautiful day in Syracuse. Photo by Nima Jneb ... more
Reed, Katko have big fundraising advantages
Whoever wins the Democratic primary in the 23rd congressional district will have plenty of catching up to do when it comes to fundraising. With the Democratic primary set for Tuesday, incumbent Republican Tom Reed of ... more
Finger Lakes or bust: how wineries are taking innovative approaches to changing climate
The winters of 2014 and 2015 dealt Tom and Susan Higgins, the owners of Heart & Hands Wine Co. in the Finger Lakes, a one-two punch that left them concerned about the viability of their ... more
Report: Stephanie Miner to run for NY governor as an independent
After more than a year of speculation that she might seek higher office, former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner will run for New York governor as an independent, The New York Times reported Monday morning. “I ... more
Katko on family separation policy: U.S. must keep borders secure ‘in a humane way’
Families entering the U.S. illegally are being separated, and U.S. Rep. John Katko is among those who are criticizing the Trump administration's policy. Despite President Donald Trump's claim that Democrats are to blame, the policy ... more
Tuesday morning greets FLX residents with cooler temps
The latest Finger Lakes forecast heading into the overnight: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2:00 AM,. Cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 9 to 13 mph becoming northwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is ... more
Air quality alert issued for Upstate NY for Father’s Day
An air quality alert has been issued for much of Upstate New York for Sunday. High heat and strong sunlight are expected to boost levels of ozone during the day, the state Department of Environmental ... more
THE DEBRIEF: Unpacking Geneva contracts, new DRI money, and mental health data (podcast)
The hosts of the Debrief Podcast are tackling the biggest stories in the Finger Lakes over the last two weeks. Hosts Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso break down the latest in the search for Geneva's ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Vincent Esposito of Empire State Development talks economic development in the Finger Lakes
For the Finger Lakes - the road to economic development has been a long, and often bumpy one, with a multitude of challenges being faced. However, significant changes in policy over the last decade have ... more
Syracuse quietly rewarded ex-AD Daryl Gross after NCAA violations
In March 2015, just after the NCAA released a report punishing Syracuse University, athletic director Daryl Gross resigned, appearing to take the fall for a national embarrassment. Behind the scenes, however, Syracuse was rewarding him ... more
Temps warm up over next 48 hours, rain chances increase for Saturday
The weather will greatly improve - closing out the first full work week of June, as temperatures climb into the 70s on both days. It will be a welcomed change after the colder-than-normal temperatures the ... more
Troopers: Syracuse man raped 13-year-old in Weedsport
A Syracuse man has been arrested and charged following an investigation in Cayuga County, according to state police. West H. Aziz, 21, was charged with second-degree rape, fifth-degree criminal sale of marijuana, and endangering the ... more
Cool temps, showery conditions dominate FLX forecast
The first half of this week will feature below-normal temperatures, cloudy conditions, and even a chance for showers. The cool, damp weather will be a change from the record-breaking heat that the region felt last ... more
