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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#48796

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#9805

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#303

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Five Central New York school budgets up for a revote

1 day ago | localsyr.com | Alexandra Deryn

(WSYR) — Voters in a handful of Central New York school districts will decide on new school budget spending plans on Tuesday, June 17. With a lot on the line, Central Square’s superintendent, Tom Colabufo, said his district’s newly-revised budget is one of the most important in his career, focusing on adjusting the tax levy increase. Central Square is one of several districts that were forced to make adjustments, cutting the 6.86% increase down to 3%.
CNY venues try to keep wedding costs affordable amid rising tariffs

1 day ago | localsyr.com | Ashley Cafaro

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — If you’re getting hitched this year, you should plan to spend more. President Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices. “It’s already affecting booking for 2026. We typically would have been 80 percent booked in April of this year for the following year, and right now we’re not. We’re at about 60 percent,” said Keith Liebmann, co-owner of The Orchards at Rocking Horse Farm in Jamesville. That’s because many U.S. weddings are dependent on imported goods.
North Country Wake Up Weather: Sunday, June 15

2 days ago | localsyr.com | Carson Metcalf

by: Carson Metcalf Posted: Jun 15, 2025 / 05:00 AM EDT Updated: Jun 14, 2025 / 05:15 PM EDT Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Thousands gathered for "No Kings" protest in CNY Saturday

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Natalie St. Denis

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Thousands gathered on Solar Street and Hiawatha Boulevard on Saturday, June 14 to take part in the “No Kings” protest. The protest is part of a nationwide day of mobilization as a direct response to President Trump’s birthday celebration, and demonstrates the rejection of authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics and the militarization of democracy.
Traffic Advisory: Upcoming lane closures I-481, I-81

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Natalie St. Denis

TOWN OF DEWITT, CITY OF SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The DOT is advising motorists of planned lane closures as part of the Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. Interstate 481 northbound will be reduced to one lane between Exit 5W (Kirkville Rd. West) and Exit 6 (I-90/Albany/Buffalo) in the Town of DeWitt, Onondaga County.
North Country Wake Up Weather: Saturday, June 14

3 days ago | localsyr.com | Carson Metcalf

by: Carson Metcalf Posted: Jun 14, 2025 / 05:00 AM EDT Updated: Jun 13, 2025 / 03:53 PM EDT Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mets drops their sixth-straight game

4 days ago | localsyr.com | Steve Infanti

Moosic, P.A. (WSYR) — The Syracuse Mets continue to struggle on the road. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre jumped out to big lead early and the Mets never really threatened in losing their sixth consecutive game, 10-3. The RailRiders scored one run in the first and seven more in the second to open up an 8-0 lead after two innings. Syracuse got on the board in the fourth inning when Gilberto Celestino scored on a wild pitch to make it 8-1.
Harvey's Garden hosts Father's Day fun

4 days ago | localsyr.com | Natalie St. Denis

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Harvey’s Garden is hosting two Father’s Day events Sunday, June 15, for babies and dads alike!The “Junque Fest” will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1200 E Water St. and feature a curated vintage market with some of Central New York’s favorite vintage dealers. Hermit’s food truck will be serving up food, while Happy Danielle and Joe Ciccone perform live music.
"No Kings" protest organizers urge CNY to join in

4 days ago | localsyr.com | Alexandra Deryn

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — As protests over Trump’s policies on immigration continue nationwide, Syracuse protest organizers prepare for Saturday’s “No Kings” protest. “We are concerned this administration’s belief that they can impose their will upon the American people and that they can punish those who disagree with them,” Jessica Hess said.
Expert explains what level 1 sex offender means

4 days ago | localsyr.com | Ashley Cafaro

CENTRAL NEW YORK, (WSYR-TV) — 33-year-old Ryan Pontello was scheduled to appear in court Friday afternoon, but waived his right to Friday’s court hearing. Pontello is accused of sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in Clay. Pontello has been registered as a level 1 sex offender for more than a decade. Many people are now questioning the state’s Sex Offender Registration Act, following Pontello’s arrest earlier this week.