WSYR-TV (East Syracuse, NY)

WSYR-TV is a television station affiliated with ABC, serving the Central New York region and based in Syracuse. It first went on air as WNYS on September 9, 1962, broadcasting on VHF channel 9. The station underwent a couple of name changes, becoming WIXT in 1978 and later WSYR in 2005. Currently, it transmits a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 17 from its transmitter located on Sevier Road in Pompey. Viewers can watch WSYR-TV on Time Warner channel 9 and in high definition on digital channel 1240. The station is owned by Nexstar Broadcasting Group and operates its studios on Bridge Street (NY 690) in East Syracuse.

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English

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#49605

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#9362

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#279

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Bridge Street Host Chat - June 6, 2025

1 day ago | localsyr.com | Laura C. Koch

(WSYR-TV) — Happy National Donut Day! We are celebrating by getting some donuts from Dunkin,’ where you can get a free donut with the purchase of any drink all day today. This is Dunkin’s 15th year celebrating the holiday. Dunkin’ is teaming up with luxury lifestyle and accessories brand Stoney Clover Lane for a limited-edition collaboration inspired by the ultimate duo — coffee and donuts — which went live on Stoney Clover Lane’s website this morning.
Testing our knowledge on “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”

1 day ago | localsyr.com | Laura C. Koch

by: Laura Koch Posted: Jun 6, 2025 / 11:11 AM EDT Updated: Jun 6, 2025 / 11:11 AM EDT (WSYR-TV) — Forty years ago yesterday, Ferris Bueller took his historic and iconic day off from school. As we get ready to partake in fun weekend plans, we wanted to test our knowledge on the fun had by Ferris in the cult classic 80s film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.”
Syracuse native Jeanette Epps bids farewell to NASA

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Andrew Donovan

HOUSTON, Texas (WSYR-TV) — Jeanette Epps, the Syracuse native who spent 235 days in space in 2024, has retired from NASA, the agency announced Thursday. Epps is an alum of Corcoran High School and Le Moyne College. NewsChannel 9 followed Epps’ journey last year as part of Crew-8, which lived on the International Space Station from March to October. Epps has visited both of her alma maters since returning to Earth. In February, she visited a science classroom at Le Moyne College.
New Fayetteville School of Rock to host grand opening celebration this Sunday

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Laura C. Koch

(WSYR-TV) — A real-life School of Rock is making its way to Fayetteville, ready to welcome the next generation of rock stars. The school will host a grand opening celebration this Sunday, and this morning on the show, we welcomed the owners and some students to tell us more about their new spot. School of Rock is a performance-based education program where students learn by playing in real bands and performing live.
Intense turbulence injures 9 on Ryanair flight: ‘Thought the plane was going to break apart’

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Talia Naquin

BERLIN (WJW) — Nine people were injured Wednesday when a Ryanair flight from Berlin to Milan encountered severe turbulence, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in southern Germany. The flight, with 179 passengers and six crew members on board, encountered the intense turbulence around 8:30 p.m., forcing the pilot to make the unscheduled landing at Memmingen Airport in Bavaria. Ryanair confirmed that eight passengers and one crew member were injured during the flight.
Which food services passed or failed their health inspection: May 18 - May 24

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Clare Normoyle

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Onondaga County Health Department released inspection reports for restaurants checked from May 18 through May 24. Tiktok Restaurant & Bar – 1801 Butternut Street, SyracuseCamillus Golf Club – 5690 Bennets Corners Road, CamillusTropical Smoothie Cafe – 7987 Brewerton Road, CiceroThis establishment received seven violations, with one in critical condition.
CNY shelters urge Syracuse to build new animal center

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Jeremy Skiba

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Local animal shelters and rescues around Central New York have been advocating for Syracuse to build a shelter to get strays off the street and reduce overcrowding. Now, it could become a reality with the City’s park and recreation department eyeing a new spot next to Progressive Park. Syracuse Pit Crew board member Stephanie Heath is one of many advocates who want Syracuse to build the new shelter.
Willoughby Insurance serving customers for 70+ years

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Laura C. Koch

(WSYR-TV) — For 70+ years, Willoughby Insurance has served patrons from all around Western New York. Now, they’re expanding east into Central New York’s neck of the woods. Craig Willoughby and DJ Anthony are spreading the details on how the insurance company is expanding. Craig and DJ tell us the company is able to sell across the entire state of New York over the internet and phone. They say no one is refused insurance. Learn more online at WilloughbyInsurance.com.
Tips on summer severe weather emergency prep

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Laura C. Koch

(WSYR-TV) — The frequency and severity of storms is growing. What was once a defined season for tornadoes, hurricanes and severe storms has evolved into a year-round threat impacting lives across the country. Former FEMA administrator Craig Fugate is teaming up with Jackery to share timely public safety information, and he joined us on Bridge Street this morning with some tips. Craig says it’s important to be ready ahead of time in case an emergency does happen.
Your pathway to a medical career

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Erik Columbia

(WSYR-TV) — For students, the summer season of course means a time for fun, but it also can be a great time to start thinking about career moves. Maybe that means one in the medical field. Mary Hawkins from Bryant & Stratton College and Tosha Grimmer from Caring Gene Healthcare Career Pathways, joined the show Wednesday to discuss their partnership.