Good morning, Syracuse.

On July 4, firefighters responded at 7:20 p.m. to a blaze on Midland Avenue started by a reckless discharge of fireworks that injured two children and one adult—one child was taken to Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital for burns while five residents escaped and 15 displaced people are being aided by the Red Cross, according to the Syracuse Fire Department.

Syracuse Police arrested 15-year-old Kyari Cunningham on Monday at a home on Martin Luther King Boulevard after a shooting at the Onondaga Park pool on June 24 killed 15-year-old Adhon Thomas + he was charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon.

A Syracuse woman, Ashley Roche, is facing a new homicide charge after an indictment in Onondaga County Court following her arrest over a year ago for fatally stabbing Jahliek Stewart with a large kitchen knife through an open car window on the 1900 block of East Fayette Street on June 23.

The family of the man fatally shot by a Syracuse officer nine years ago asked for a new trial in their lawsuit because they said the two-week trial was unfair—lawyer Fred Lichtmacher argued that the jury reached an improper compromise by excluding some potential jurors.

Hamilton tickets will go on sale today at 10 a.m. online at BroadwayInSyracuse.com and Ticketmaster.com, in person at the Landmark Theatre Box Office, or by calling (315)475-7979.

Tickets for performances (September 9 to 21) have a purchase limit of nine per account and range from $36.00 to $176.00 with a lottery offering 40 $10 seats.

Federal data shows eggs dropped by more than 11% in May to $4.55 from a record high of $6.23 last month—although they still cost over 68% more than last May.

Ground beef prices rose by over 19% compared with last May and increased by over 2.7% from the previous month.

Syracuse City School District and partners have launched a summer meal program that offers free breakfast and lunch at 36 park, school, and community sites to children 18 and under until August 15—helping families stretch limited food dollars during the break.

Construction on STEAM High School is underway and the building will open to 250 ninth grade students in September.

City leaders have proposed permanently closing South Warren Street in front of the school for bus routes+ the plan will be reviewed later by the Common Council and the State Department of Transportation.

Since legalization, Central New York emergency rooms treated nearly 13,000 cannabis cases in 2023 for severe vomiting, rapid heartbeat and panic from high-THC dabs — the highest rate in the state.

Local health officials stressed that while no adult deaths occurred, some children suffered life-threatening reactions from accidental ingestion — requiring extended hospital care.

Vinny Lobdell—a prominent Syracuse fan—is planning a unique NIL charity event that will feature the Syracuse basketball team’s six new transfers, three incoming freshmen, and NBA dunk champions to benefit local charities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Syracuse Ukrainian Festival

4 PM – 10 PM — 207 Tompkins St — Free entry — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ukraine through food, music, and cultural performances.

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.

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.