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University Hill, Westcott residents concerned about SU's recent demolitions

Community members hope for more communication as SU expands property ownership and demolishes homes east of campus. Read More »

September 19, 2022 at 1:19 am

Hundreds protest outside IFC chapter houses Tuesday alleging sexual assault

Protesters initially gathered at Psi Upsilon but their numbers grew as they visited other fraternities on Comstock and Walnut Avenues. Read More »

September 22, 2021 at 2:30 am

DPS finds no suspects in investigation into racist anti-Asian flyers

The flyers, which contained racist language targeting Chinese students, were found in Eggers Hall, Huntington Hall and the Hall of Languages on March 10. Read More »

March 31, 2021 at 8:04 pm

Students disagree with committee’s proposal to remove South Campus housing

Students living in South Campus apartments disagree with the board’s recommendation to relocate all student residences to Main Campus. Read More »

March 28, 2021 at 11:51 pm

Students celebrate Biden victory, list expectations for next 4 years

University Neighborhood residents celebrated the victory on their front lawns or roofs, or taped signs to their houses, many of them denouncing Trump. Read More »

November 8, 2020 at 10:46 pm

SPD investigates several burglaries near campus

The reported burglaries took place in the University Neighborhood. Read More »

September 30, 2020 at 7:44 pm

DPS launches tracker for bias incident investigations

The tracker, which lists a total of 27 incidents, will display and monitor the investigative status of all reported incidents. Read More »

April 2, 2020 at 9:49 pm

DPS investigating bias incident targeting Asian American student

A student reported being verbally harassed by individuals in a passing vehicle at the corner of Comstock Avenue. and Stratford Street on Saturday, Jan. 25. Read More »

February 1, 2020 at 12:43 am

Interactive Crime Map: Off-campus larcenies, burglaries

Nine off-campus burglaries and larcenies were reported to the Department of Public Safety from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15. Read More »

January 20, 2020 at 9:17 pm

No update on SPD investigation of racist, bias-related incidents

SPD spokesperson Sgt. Matthew Malinowski said that SPD does not have any updates on investigations into bias-related incidents near SU campus.  Read More »

December 1, 2019 at 9:16 pm

Chancellor signs #NotAgainSU demands after calls for his resignation

The forum was held to address Syverud’s response to a list of 18 demands from #NotAgainSU and demands from international students. Protesters gave Syverud until Wednesday at 5 p.m. to sign the demands. Read More »

November 21, 2019 at 1:49 am

DPS expands security measures following hate crimes

DPS officers are doubling the department’s workforce and presence within the community by working 16-hour shifts. Officers usually work 10-hour shifts. Read More »

November 15, 2019 at 4:17 pm

No updates in swastika investigation, SPD says

The swastika was found Thursday afternoon across the street from the 505 on Walnut apartment complex, which faces Comstock Avenue. Read More »

November 15, 2019 at 12:55 pm

Swastika drawn in snow across from 505 on Walnut

The swastika is visible on the side of 505 on Walnut facing Comstock Avenue. Read More »

November 14, 2019 at 4:50 pm

Exposed lead paint found in off-campus homes

Ten of the homes tested contained exposed lead paint, which was used to coat the interiors and exteriors of homes until 1978, when the federal government banned commercial use of the product. Read More »

October 8, 2019 at 11:19 pm

Fiji moves into former Theta Tau house

The fraternity’s lease at 727 Comstock Ave. ended in June. Read More »

August 25, 2019 at 8:04 pm

Here are the 10 biggest Syracuse news stories since the Class of 2019’s freshman year

During the Class of 2019’s time at SU, the university was put on lockdown after a nearby shooting, a dean was arrested on prostitution charges and ride-hailing services were legalized in upstate New York. Read More »

May 8, 2019 at 11:10 am

Renovations of Schine Student Center to be completed in August 2020

The office and dining portions of Schine Student Center will be closed after construction starts in May. Read More »

March 21, 2019 at 11:43 pm

String of 5 burglaries hits University Hill neighborhood

No arrests were made in connection to the burglaries. Read More »

January 13, 2019 at 7:40 pm

Common Council could allocate more funds for SU area bicycle network

The Council will vote Monday on a proposal to approve an additional $330,500 for the University Hill Bike Network Implementation Project. If approved, the money will be used to purchase ice bikes, which have blades that let them go smoothly over icy paths. Read More »

November 28, 2018 at 10:11 pm

Euclid Avenue project to include new bike lanes, parking cuts

The project is expected to be completed by the beginning of the fall 2018 semester. Read More »

August 11, 2018 at 4:37 pm

DPS, local police investigate reported robbery on Comstock Avenue

DPS received the robbery report at about 11:15 p.m. Sunday night. Read More »

May 13, 2018 at 11:51 pm

Police: Student reportedly robbed by man 'in possession of a handgun' on Comstock Avenue

The reported robbery occurred on the 900 block of Comstock Avenue. Read More »

December 8, 2017 at 10:51 pm

Houses lining and surrounding Euclid Avenue are more than just Saturday night destinations. They’re history.

Ever wondered why so many off-campus houses are beautiful but falling apart? That deterioration has been a decades-long process. Read More »

November 29, 2017 at 8:47 pm