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Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For the past 18 months, Central Current contributors have documented Syracuse’s housing crisis with photos that show tough living conditions and the struggle for safe homes. The images highlight tiny home projects that offer affordable shelter & mark ongoing efforts to improve living standards. Central Current
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Alec Baldwin and his brother Stephen were in a car accident Monday night in the Hamptons when their SUV crashed into a tree after swerving to avoid a garbage truck—both remain unharmed as they said on Instagram they were in town for the film festival and noted that Alec felt regret after damaging his wife Hilaria’s car while the Baldwin family maintains longstanding Syracuse ties. CNY Central
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developer Rick Destito purchased the shut-in City Hardware building on Oct. 2 for $480,000—he said he will either convert its second floor into live-work space for artists or lease the first floor to a tenant who can reopen the long-time hardware store. He also plans to convert the rear warehouse into additional parking to support his expanding Gear Factory, which houses artist studios. Syracuse.com
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, unemployment benefits for Central New Yorkers will rise from $504 per week to $869 as the state clears its trust fund debt—researcher Ian Greer from Cornell said the change will help cover essential costs and align benefits with the region's higher living expenses after six years of frozen rates. WAER
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Oct. 13, government offices closed for Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day while banks, grocery stores, and major retailers kept normal hours—post offices did not deliver mail and Syracuse parking meters were free. Syracuse.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CDC data showed that heart disease was New York’s leading cause of death in 2023, causing over 41,000 deaths — a rate of 152.8 per 100,000 people — while cancer caused over 32,000 deaths and had a rate of 120.6. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Call in for Cancer event will be held on October 16 at the Upstate Cancer Center, where donors can call 315-464-500 or text CALLIN to 41444 to support cancer patients. CNY Central will report live—sharing stories of how donations help people undergoing treatment. CNY Central
- ➤ Metro Pilates Studio on South Salina Street will host 'Teasers for Tata's Pilates fundraiser workshop' on Saturday, October 18 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. for $80—this fee covers a Pilates session and a shirt while a prize basket drawing is held—with proceeds benefiting Maureen's Hope Foundation to aid locals battling breast cancer. CNY Central
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ From Sept 28 to Oct 4, 28 business and land property transactions in Onondaga County were recorded, with prices ranging from $151 to $1.5M. A notable deal in Syracuse saw a funeral home on Teall Ave sell for $335,000 — one of several varied sales including banks, supermarkets, and apartments. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Police responded to a fatal stabbing at Parkside Commons on March 4th while the owners announced plans to demolish four buildings, renovate 200 units, and build nearly 200 new affordable apartments—steps designed to address longstanding safety and quality issues. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse women’s basketball named Mykala Walker its first-ever general manager on Monday—she will handle scouting, recruiting, NIL initiatives and transfer portal management. Walker joins the program with experience from Arizona State and Delaware, where she led key recruiting efforts. The Daily Orange
- ➤ A new law now treats crossbows like vertical bows in New York and has sparked mixed reactions among bowhunters—local archery shops report a surge in orders as hunters rush to certify while traditional enthusiasts worry that easy-to-use crossbows may weaken long-practiced skills. Some veteran bowhunters see opportunities to hunt in warmer weather, but many fear that instant access to crossbows could slowly replace the time-honored art of archery. Syracuse.com
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Amy Grant Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket information available — Enjoy an evening with the iconic Queen of Christian Pop, Amy Grant.
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Eddie Balduzzi & The Bon Vivants Live
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — Cost info not provided — Experience Americana Rock with local legends covering classic hits from The Grateful Dead and more.
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Bad Sneakers: A Tribute to Steely Dan
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy a night of Steely Dan classics performed by a talented local 13-piece band.
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Candlelight: Best of Hip-Hop
8:30 p.m. — The Palace Theatre — Tickets selling fast — Enjoy a magical concert experience with Halloween-inspired hip-hop classics under candlelight.
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Swan Lake
7-8:30 p.m. — The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters — Check event page for ticket details — Experience the enchanting ballet of love and magic with Swan Lake.
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