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London police arrest suspect for fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer's old home

3 days ago | waer.org | Lauren Frayer

LONDON — Someone set fire to the door of a house British Prime Minister Keir Starmer used to live in, and police say they've arrested a 21-year-old suspect. London's Metropolitan Police say the man was arrested early Tuesday in connection with a series of arson attacks in northern London. He remains in custody. The first fire took place Thursday last week, targeting a vehicle. The second was Sunday, with a fire at the entrance of a property associated with Starmer.
The Trump administration wants food makers to switch to natural dyes

3 days ago | waer.org | Yuki Noguchi

The Trump administration hopes to eliminate potentially harmful synthetic dyes used to give foods, drinks and medicines vivid color. Manufacturers say it's not that simple to make the change.
Facing the threat of funding cuts, U.S. scientists are looking for opportunities abroad

1 week ago | waer.org | Darian Woods |Adrian Ma

Brain drain happens to smaller countries all the time, with high performers finding opportunities overseas, often in the U.S. But the table may be turning as the NIH blocks grant applications.
Governor unveils $500 million housing strategy in Syracuse

1 week ago | waer.org | John Smith |JOhn Smith

Syracuse residents will soon have better access to affordable homes. Gov. Kathy Hochul unpacked her $500 million dollar housing strategy in Syracuse on Thursday. The plan also helps builders to secure funding to build smaller, starter homes. Her goal is to address the need for housing over the next decade by constructing 30,000 homes as Micron gradually opens. Hochul said Syracuse was one of the first cities to embrace her plans.
Syracuse Common Councilors slash budget; Mayor Walsh calls cuts "draconian and dangerous"

1 week ago | waer.org | Scott Willis

Syracuse Common Councilors unanimously approved a budget Thursday that holds property taxes flat but also includes broad cuts across multiple departments. It’s an effort to trim what they call over-spending by the mayor’s office. The Walsh administration proposed a two percent property tax increase and using $27 million in reserves to balance the budget. Acting council president Pat Hogan said they didn't make specific cuts.
Party-line vote highlights divide in priorities as county sets stage for semiconductor supply chain

1 week ago | waer.org | Scott Willis

A party-line vote by Onondaga County Legislators this week approving $27 million to support the semiconductor supply chain is again highlighting a divide in priorities among lawmakers and the community. The loan from the county’s fund balance will be used to buy land for companies hoping to locate here. Supporters like Republican legislator Mark Olson said the bold investment is essential to building the infrastructure needed by Micron and other chip fab companies.
CNY Diaper Bank aims to raise $20,000 during May drive

1 week ago | waer.org | John Smith |JOhn Smith

One out of every 2 young families in Syracuse are struggling to afford diapers. The CNY Diaper Bank is holding its 10th annual “Make a Mother’s Day” Diaper Drive throughout the month of May. The organization’s founder believes no child should ever go without. Michaela Hugo says a month supply of diapers costs about 100 dollars and, the price is even more if families can’t afford to buy in bulk.
NYCLU attorney credits Van Robinson for opening her eyes to damage caused by I-81

1 week ago | waer.org | Scott Willis

An attorney with the New York Civil Liberties Union in Syracuse says Van Robinson was the driving force behind helping her understand the damage caused by the I-81 viaduct. He died over the weekend at age 87. Robinson’s insight ultimately shaped her career advocating for affected residents as plans evolved to remove the structure. Lanessa Owens-Chaplin said she was a young, budding attorney returning to her native Syracuse when she first met then-common council president Van Robinson.
"Lead Freedom House" to provide respite for families displaced by remediation work

1 week ago | waer.org | Scott Willis

Syracuse-area families temporarily displaced by lead paint remediation will soon have a place to seek respite. The first-ever Lead Freedom House is taking shape on the city’s south side. It isn’t much more than a shell right now, with missing windows and even entire sections of the first floor. But it’s seen as a major step forward for families who don’t have a place to go while lead is removed from their primary residence.
Real ID deadline looms for CNYers planning domestic flights

2 weeks ago | waer.org | Scott Willis

In a matter of days, those flying out of Syracuse or any other airport will need a Real ID compliant form of identification. TSA Federal Security Director Bart Johnson says starting May 7th, flyers 18 years and older will need a Real ID card, Enhanced Driver’s License, or an acceptable form of ID like a passport. Johnson said otherwise there could be problems.