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Monday, July 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Six unidentified suspects broke into Destiny USA mall on March 31 at about 3 a.m. when they used a crowbar to smash a glass display case at the Banter by Piercing Pagoda kiosk and stole $51,000 in jewelry before fleeing in a stolen white Kia—police said the suspects remain at large—and the jewelry remains missing. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, police reported that a 45-year-old man flagged officers down on the 100 block of East Raynor Avenue in Syracuse with severe facial injuries and head trauma—injuries likely caused by fireworks as he suffered a severed thumb and a deep head cut—and he was taken to Upstate University Hospital in critical but stable condition. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Divers searched the Black River on July 2 in Watertown for remains of Guy Pyke and his 1989 Chevrolet Blazer as his family honored his late wife's wish for his granddaughter to keep looking—Guy disappeared on April 2, 1999—and the investigation seeks answers after 26 years. Syracuse.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Marsellus, who died last month at 86, donated over $50,000 for Syracuse’s shot clock monument that honors the city’s basketball legacy + he had kept his gift confidential until his death. The monument was taken down for restoration and will move across Jefferson Street to the Museum of Science and Technology’s entrance + a rededication ceremony is planned for September. Central Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse Police say car window tints that let through less than 70% of light are unsafe and illegal—officers use tint readers to stop cars with dark windows and may report non-complying inspection sites to the DMV. CNY Central
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse football gets a boost as Miami native Calvin Russell, a top high school prospect, commits to join the 2026 recruiting class—making him the highest-ranked recruit in a group now ranked 20th overall by 247Sports and 35th by On3/Rivals. Syracuse.com
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Strings at The Mansion on James
6-7:30 p.m. — Mansion On James — $12+ — Enjoy a seasonal supper and live string performances featuring classics from Mozart to Brahms.
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Chirp's Musical Showcase
8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — $13.07 — Experience a genre-blending performance from Chirp and Pop Culture in a vibrant Syracuse venue.
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Dead Night Featuring Poised For Flight
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $13.07 — Experience an all-star lineup of Grateful Dead bands in an intimate Syracuse venue.
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Cami Clune & The Fringe Perform Taylor Swift
8-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $29.30 — Enjoy a lively tribute to Taylor Swift featuring the talented Cami Clune and her dynamic band.
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Syracuse Ukrainian Festival
4 PM – 10 PM — 207 Tompkins St — Free entry — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ukraine through food, music, and cultural performances.
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Strict Curl Expo
12-8 p.m. — Strength Warehouse — $30 per event — Experience the inaugural Strict Curl Expo featuring competitions with unique weight classes and custom medals.
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Goalie Camp - Syracuse, NY
12-4:15 p.m. — Twin Rinks @ The MACC — Cost info not provided — Enhance your goaltending skills with expert coaching and on-ice training over three days.
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