Daily
Syracuse
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire early Friday in Warners left ten people displaced from five households as firefighters battled heavy flames and smoke + the Red Cross aided those affected while GoFundMe drives help families rebuild. CNY Central
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, a light honoring Dr. King shone across Syracuse+ residents paused to reflect on his lasting impact as part of MLK Day celebrations. CNY Central
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Micron Technology broke ground Friday in Clay on a massive semiconductor factory that may boost local economic growth. Business, government and labor leaders celebrated the start of a project they expect to transform Central New York. Syracuse.com
- ➤ AAA reported that gas prices remain below $3 with Syracuse at $2.96 while nearby areas show slight changes; the agency advises drivers to map routes and combine errands to save fuel. CNY Central
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ OCWA ended mandatory water restrictions in DeWitt, Manlius, Pompey, Sullivan, Lenox & Lincoln after repairing a ruptured transmission main; officials urge continued conservation until quality tests finish and the Eastern Reservoir refills later this week. The agency said the repair cost is in the millions, covered by a reserve fund. Syracuse.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ OCWA shifted water conservation from mandatory to voluntary in parts of Onondaga and Madison Counties after repairing a broken transmission line. Water testing continues to ensure safe flows until the Eastern Reservoir refills later this week. CNY Central
- ➤ Commissioner Twiggy Billue — who received the 2026 Community Trailblazer Award on MLK Day at Fountain of Life Church — faces a removal hearing today at 4:30 p.m. at Nottingham High School as the board reviews charges from her school visit while supporting her grandson. CNY Central
- ➤ Today, Mayor Owens, Syracuse’s first Black mayor to celebrate Dr. King’s Day, attends the 24th Annual MLK Day of Service and Winter Clothing Drive (cohosted by the Greater Syracuse Labor Council and United Way) and will speak at noon at Tucker Missionary Baptist Church for a Dr. King musical remembrance. Central Current
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Visions Hotels, owner of the 83-room Parkview Hotel on East Genesee Street, is set to convert the historic building into a Hampton Inn with renovations including window replacement. The Landmark Preservation Board is preparing a petition to give the 100-year-old structure local protected status, which may delay future exterior work. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse football adds three quarterbacks from the transfer portal, including five-star recruit Malachi Nelson, to boost its signal-caller room as Coach Fran Brown rebuilds after a 3-9 season in 2025, while new quarterbacks coach Sean Ryan (a two-time Super Bowl winner) leads the competition for starting roles. Syracuse.com
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
Jan 22-23 — North Syracuse, NY — Early Bird Price: $1299 — Gain essential tools for implementing Lean Portfolio Management in this hands-on workshop.
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New York Sportsman's Expo
12 PM – 5 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Explore all things outdoors and meet over 200 vendors at the NY Sportsman's Expo.
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Brahms & Debussy
6-7:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — $50 — Experience a unique blend of orchestral music with a video game twist while enjoying exclusive pre-concert snacks.
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21st Annual Cazenovia Children's House Chilly Chili 5K
11:30 a.m. — 31 Emory Ave, Cazenovia, NY — Registration fee applies — Get ready to run or walk in this chilly 5K event followed by a fun party.
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Cheat Codes Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — Westcott Theatre — Tickets start at $102 — Experience an unforgettable night with Cheat Codes live in Syracuse.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling night of hockey with the Springfield Thunderbirds battling the Syracuse Crunch.
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Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting AHL matchup as the Belleville Senators take on the Syracuse Crunch.
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Jazz Jam
3–5 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live jazz music in a cozy atmosphere.
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Anthony Martinelli Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Experience the unique pop-rock sounds of multi-instrumentalist Anthony Martinelli.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
6-7 p.m. — Palladian Hall at the Treasury — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a candlelit experience featuring Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece performed by a string quartet.
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