Good morning, Syracuse.

On May 30, a pickup truck ran a red light—striking a motorcycle at the intersection of Factory and LeMoyne avenues in Salina and throwing 23-year-old Rebecca Woodcock, who was six months pregnant, into a stopped vehicle; she lost her baby and died on Saturday after weeks in hospital.

Micron announced that 90% of its new roles will directly involve manufacturing memory chips and many workers at its Idaho headquarters and Virginia chip factory are local hires.

The company held its first Micron Day at Syracuse University on Feb. 25 to showcase career opportunities as it plans to expand operations in the area.

A New York City litigation firm, Emery Celli Brinckerhoff Abady Ward & Maazel, LLP, filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of the family of 22-year-old inmate Messiah Nantwi, who was beaten to death at Mid-State Correctional Facility on March 1 when officers including Jonah Levi and Caleb Blair are accused of murder while an 11-count indictment unsealed on April 16 charged them with second-degree murder.

Court documents show that Level 1 sex offender Ryan J.

Pontello admitted he felt aroused by young girls after his 2013 conviction for sexual misconduct with a 5-year-old and he was arrested on June 10 in North Syracuse after he allegedly raped another 5-year-old by luring her away with candy from a playground near the Windsor Place Apartment complex — he is also accused of sexually abusing a 3-year-old.

Whitman School of Management students Odette Sherk ’26 and Deedra Samuel ’26 were selected for the 2025 AWESOME Excellence in Education Scholarship, which gives them an all-expenses-paid trip to the CSCMP EDGE Conference and ongoing career support.

This marks the first time in the program's 12-year history that both nominees from Whitman have been honored — a sign of the high academic standards at the school.

On June 16, Senator Christopher Ryan honored more than 80 student artists from 11 schools at Solvay Public Library—each student received a Certificate of Appreciation for their work in the 2025 Student Art Showcase.

Families and teachers attended the event, and plans for next year's showcase are already underway.

Interstate 81 southbound in Syracuse was reduced to one lane between Exit 18 and Exit 17 on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. through June 30 under the I-81 Viaduct Project—drivers are advised to slow down as fines for speeding in work zones are doubled.

Syracuse officials broke ground on a new housing project called Rosie that will add 286 apartments and retail space along East Genesee Street.

The development includes 34 affordable units for those earning 80% of the area median income (designed for professional and workforce housing) and aims to offer diverse housing options.

Fayetteville-Manlius junior lacrosse star Taylor Novack switched her commitment from Loyola to Syracuse after a coaching change—she said she always dreamed of wearing the local Orange jersey.

She scored 181 goals in three varsity seasons with the Hornets.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Ages 37-57

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun and efficient speed dating format.

Skill Share Workshops at Erie Canal Museum

1-2 p.m. — Erie Canal Museum — Registration required — Learn practical skills from community experts in a hands-on workshop series.

Summer Clambake

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Rosamond Gifford Zoo — $89 for members, $119 for non-members — Enjoy delicious clams and summer vibes while exploring the zoo.

Book Discussion: Married to Bhutan

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Nobody's Wine Bar — Open to all — Engage in lively conversation over Linda Leaming's intriguing exploration of Bhutan.

Shakedown Sunday

1-3 p.m. — The 443 Social Club & Lounge — Free entry — Celebrate the spirit of live music at this monthly gathering with great vibes and community spirit.

Books at the Bean

1-3 p.m. — The Cracked Bean Roastery — Portion of proceeds benefit charity — Discover new tales as local authors sell and sign their newly released books.

Manlius 4th of July Celebration

4-10 p.m. — 1 Arkie Albanese Ave — Free entry — Celebrate with food, a parade, live performances, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Showcase Camp in Syracuse, NY

11 AM – 4 PM — Twin Rinks @ The MACC — Not specified — A competitive hockey camp featuring 60 players and coaching from NCAA and Junior teams.

Showcase Sundays Summer Concert Series

4-7 p.m. — Spirit of Jubilee Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live music and local vendors at the summer concert series.

Styx with Kevin Cronin & Don Felder

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic rock legends Styx and Kevin Cronin alongside Don Felder in a nostalgic concert event.