Good morning, Syracuse.

On Sunday, hundreds gathered downtown to watch the World Cup Final at a community event funded by a $25,000 grant from Gov. Hochul to Visit Syracuse — local businesses enjoyed an economic boost as livestream glitches were resolved.

Butter, steamed clams and live music marked Sunday’s fourth annual Ted and Amy Clambake at Sharkey’s Bar & Grill in Liverpool, where families and friends enjoyed all-you-can-eat clambake favorites (including games and prizes) as they celebrated a cherished summer tradition.

Today, the national gas price rose to $4.00 a gallon because of overseas tensions, while New York averages $4.15 with mixed changes across the region + Syracuse, at $4.16, saw a 1-cent drop from last week.

Twenty-five cadets aged 13 and up attended the inaugural fire and EMS training weekend at Fairmount Fire Department Training Facility in Syracuse.

Organized by Fairmount Fire’s David Mazzoni and Borodino Fire’s Mark Swing, the three-day event featured Stop the Bleed drills, smoke-out simulations, and teamwork exercises.

Syracuse Police Department is offering a $10,000 hiring bonus and seeking 64 new recruits; applicants must pass a free Civil Service Exam & complete 26 weeks at the academy to serve across Onondaga County and its bordering areas.

Drivers in Syracuse should expect delays as NYSDOT will close the I-81 northbound off-ramp to I-690 westbound today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Tuesday, July 21, for pavement repairs — motorists are urged to follow posted detour signs.

The Syracuse Housing Authority will present its phase III site plan for the East Adams Redevelopment initiative (covering two mixed-use buildings, three townhomes, and a commercial space) to the Planning Commission on Monday at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, and a final decision is expected Aug. 20.

The Onondaga Department of Transportation will pave roads in nine towns from today through Friday, July 24.

Local officials in towns such as Clay, Elbridge, and Marcellus advise residents to plan ahead for travel delays.

Incoming SU basketball coach Gerry McNamara and his wife Katie bought a five-bedroom home in Jamesville from former AD John Wildhack and his wife Amy during the week of July 5 to 11 as Onondaga County recorded 131 home sales.

On Saturday night at NBT Bank Stadium, the Mets scored a season-high 15 runs to beat the Buffalo Bisons 15-2 (after an 8 p.m. rain delay) and closed a three-game series.

They will finish the series with a game set for 1:05 p.m. Sunday at the same venue.

Casey Powell has been named Le Moyne’s new head men’s lacrosse coach and will build a Division I program for a 2027 NCAA Tournament push by recruiting hardworking players despite limited resources in Central New York — he aims to leverage his local ties to schedule key matchups.

The Syracuse Mets dropped a series finale (7-3) to the Buffalo Bisons on Sunday at NBT Bank Stadium after Christian Arroyo’s two-run home tied the game before a four-run ninth put Buffalo ahead; the Mets will face RailRiders in a six-game series starting Tuesday at PNC Field.

Hardwired: A Metallica Tribute

7-11 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Cost info not specified — Experience an electrifying tribute to Metallica from Hardwired.

Rhythm & Brews

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Salt City Market Community Room — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening of smooth R&B, neo-soul, and spoken word performances.

Tim McGraw Concert

6:45-8:30 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets TBA — Tim McGraw graces Syracuse with his Pawn Shop Guitar Tour alongside 49 Winchester.

Usher and Chris Brown Concert

3:30-8:30 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Tickets from $148 — Experience an unforgettable night with Usher and Chris Brown live in Syracuse.

North Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly setting.

Billy Idol Concert

7:30 PM — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Billy Idol in a vibrant outdoor setting.