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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A dangerous TikTok challenge is prompting students to damage school-issued Chromebooks by jamming objects in the USB port, which can cause fire and toxic fumes—authorities in New York and other states warned parents and schools that families may face steep repair costs and legal charges. Syracuse.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On June 10th, the first NY Workforce Connect conference will take place at the National Veterans Resource Center in Syracuse from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This full-day event will give regional workforce leaders a chance to share insights and explore new strategies for growth. Syracuse.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former investment broker from Cazenovia was charged Tuesday with wire fraud and aggravated identity fraud after he stole over $640,000 from a 61-year-old man, his 91-year-old mother and two other family members by making unauthorized withdrawals from their accounts — he concealed bank statements and impersonated clients during the theft from June 2021 to November 2023. Syracuse.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In Syracuse, four jobs that require only a high school diploma paid over $100,000 a year — including roles like electrical power line installers, elevator repairers, power plant operators and police supervisors — as shown by federal data released in April that reflected May 2024 pay rates. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ SUNY ESF held its commencement at Empower FCU Amphitheater on May 10th, awarding 377 degrees—including 37 master’s and 16 Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The ceremony also honored Dr. Jean M.J. Fréchet with an honorary degree and presented Graduates of Distinction awards to three alumni. Syracuse.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Syracuse Mets beat the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp 9-2 on Saturday night after a 90-minute rain delay—Blade Tidwell struck out five batters in scoreless innings and the teams will finish their six-game series today at 3:05 p.m. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Syracuse men’s lacrosse team will play Harvard today at 5 p.m. ET on ESPNU as the NCAA tournament first round unfolds this weekend—viewers can watch free on DirecTV Stream, fuboTV, or Sling. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Syracuse women’s lacrosse team won its NCAA first round game against Brown on Friday at Reese Stadium in New Haven, Connecticut as coach Kayla Treanor led the Orange. They took on Albany at the JMA Wireless Dome on Feb. 7. Syracuse.com
- ➤ On Saturday, Bishop Ludden/Bishop Grimes girls lacrosse ended an 11-game losing streak during senior night when senior Charlotte Hsiao scored a career-best seven goals—marking the program’s return after years of dormancy—and guided the team to an 11-9 win over Mexico. Coach Taylor Chadderdon, hired weeks before the season, said the close finish and team unity raised hopes for future wins as they prepare to face Marcellus on Monday. Syracuse.com
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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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NYSAFC 119th Annual Conference & FIRE 2025 Expo
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Oncenter — Fees vary — A premier expo for first responders to explore the latest in fire, rescue, and EMS technology and training.
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Luke Bryan Concert
7-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience country superstar Luke Bryan with special guests in a highly anticipated summer show.
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