Good morning, Syracuse.

Toys “R” Us is now open inside Destiny USA’s IKEA wing + it offers popular toy brands like LEGO and Barbie for holiday gifts while shoppers use the mall’s regular hours.

Syracuse Police advised that children wear reflective clothing (or glow sticks) and drivers stay alert as the days shorten.

They also stressed that anyone drinking during celebrations plan a safe way home.

With Halloween costs rising, local families in Syracuse are planning to save money on costumes, candy, and decorations by reusing items and shopping at thrift stores for Oct.

31 celebrations—parents say careful budgeting keeps the fun affordable for kids.

Public records show 93 Onondaga County home sales were recorded between Sept.

25 and Sept. 30 — including a renovated 2,400 sqft Colonial in Skaneateles that sold for $987K.

Malachi Nelson will start at quarterback for Syracuse against Virginia as Amari Odom is sidelined with a shoulder injury and Steve Angeli (wearing a brace) is out due to foot issues.

Danny Lauter, Zaid Lott, and Rich Belin will back him up.

The Syracuse Crunch fell 3-2 to the Belleville Senators at Upstate Medical University Arena on Tuesday night as Bourgault scored with 26 seconds left, dropping them to a 1-3 record.

They will host the Rochester Americans on Saturday.

Syracuse football commit Elijah Kimble (a four-star running back) broke Western New York’s all-time rushing record during Saturday’s Canisius game against Huron Heights by rushing for 263 yards and four touchdowns.

His career total reached 6,626 yards.

Syracuse football players competed at Virginia and their performance is now being graded as fans vote for the game’s standout player.

The vote asks local supporters to share their view on key plays and teamwork.

Section III girls tennis pairings were announced on Sunday.

Opening round matches begin today at Oneida High School and championship matches will take place Thursday.

Saturday night at Oswego Speedway, Binghamton driver Darren Smith came from 17th to win $54,000 in the 54th Super DIRT Week 200 finale + claimed his first Super DIRT Series victory by overtaking leader Mat Williamson on the final lap.