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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ New York State Police said a fatal crash in Pompey on April 26 took the life of 21 year old Jacob P. Korkue while he drove a 2009 GMC Envoy that collided with a 2018 Jeep Wrangler at about 3:30 p.m.—other drivers were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. CNY Central
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Syracuse man was sentenced on Monday to six and a half years in federal prison for distributing, transporting and possessing child pornography—he is also ordered to serve 10 years of supervised release, pay $60,000 in restitution fees and register as a sex offender. CNY Central
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jason Isbell said on Threads that Syracuse legend Libba Cotten is the most underrated guitar player ever—she pioneered a unique style by playing the guitar upside down and, after years of being overlooked, received honors including a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction posthumously. Syracuse.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, severe thunderstorms are expected to cross parts of Upstate New York with the Syracuse area facing enhanced risk for damaging winds, hail and possible tornadoes — the National Weather Service notes a 30-45% chance of damage, and the high will reach 82 degrees before a cold front drops temperatures by Wednesday morning. Syracuse.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An appeals court upheld a judge’s ruling that prevents Sheriff Toby Shelley from stopping the county from closing Jamesville Correctional Facility — the county plans to move inmates to the downtown jail to save money and address staffing shortages. The sheriff is reviewing the decision and will issue a statement later this week. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Gov. Kathy Hochul is holding firm at $200 million for a new emergency department at University Hospital in Syracuse while state lawmakers push for $450 million to address growing overcrowding. Local officials note long wait times for patients and plan to secure money in steps over the next two years — a move they say is needed to improve care. Syracuse.com
- ➤ A confirmation hearing began at 10 a.m. Monday on the Syracuse diocese’s plan to exit bankruptcy and create a $100 million fund to pay abuse survivors; the diocese filed for bankruptcy nearly five years ago in response to sex abuse lawsuits. The hearing — expected to last about a week — faced objections from a government-appointed trustee and insurance companies over whether the funding could be met. Syracuse.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A California developer plans to turn the old Lafayette Hills country club into a new community with nearly 300 homes—priced from $350K to over $1M—and a resort-style setup including lakes, walking trails, parks, and a 9-hole golf course for Micron workers. Site work will begin later this year while city officials review plans to help fund sewer extensions for the project. Syracuse.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse football had four players chosen in the NFL Draft who signed four-year contracts that will yield similar salaries, with Oronde Gadsden II set to earn nearly $4.6 million, quarterback Kyle McCord just under $4.5 million and defensive end Fadil Diggs plus receiver LeQuint Allen expected to earn over $4.3 million if they stay on their teams — the contracts follow the NFL’s collective bargaining rules — and all players will earn average salaries under $2 million per season. Syracuse.com
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
All day — 411 Montgomery St, Syracuse, NY — Registration Required — Experience a weekend full of dance competitions with awards and scholarships.
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2025 Kentucky Derby Party
5-10 p.m. — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — $95 — Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with live music, a buffet, and exciting raffles!
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-9 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night filled with improv comedy from the beloved show.
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12th Annual PWP 5K
4 AM — 201 Cherry Rd, Syracuse, NY — Prices vary — Participate in a community-focused 5K event with multiple distance options to support local initiatives.
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Bicentennial Brew Release Party
1-7 p.m. — Willow Rock Brewing Company — Free entry — Cheers to the official Bicentennial Brews Project release and enjoy Derrick's presentation.
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Ian Campbell Live
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — Check the door for cover charge — Experience heartfelt folk rock stories from Ian Campbell's debut album in an intimate setting.
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Open House Event
11 AM - 1 PM — 477 Audubon Pkwy, Syracuse, NY — Free entry — Explore a variety of properties at this engaging real estate open house.
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Dave Matthews Band Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sounds of Dave Matthews Band with fan-favorite hits and new material.
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Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience live all the greatest hits from Avril Lavigne's extensive catalog.
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