Gov. Kathy Hochul uses the power of legislation to push back against the Supreme Court's blow to U.S. environmental policy. Meanwhile, county lawmakers are hoping $200 will ease the financial burden that COVID put on older homeowners. Plus, a paid opportunity for teens and young adults to get started now on a law enforcement career.
1. Gov. Hochul signs bills targeting greenhouse gas emissions, clean energy jobs
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed three bills Tuesday to create clean energy jobs to build the infrastructure needed to switch away from fossil fuels.
2. Onondaga County senior landowners can expect a $200 stimulus check
It's the first group hit hardest by the pandemic that county lawmakers hope to help out.
3. Opponents of proposed $85M aquarium say money is better spent addressing housing issues
More than two dozen proponents urged leaders to put the funds toward what they said were more immediate needs, such as addressing food and housing insecurity.
4. City ready to sell former Syracuse Developmental Center property, but questions remain
The city seized it years ago for back taxes and now finally appears to have found a buy to redevelop it.
5. On the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Syracuse citizens look to the future
Even with the success of the ADA, advocates say people with disabilities still struggle to find good care
6. Syracuse Police Department offers paid junior cadet training program
Friday is the last day to apply for the 50-week paid training program that's open to 16- to 24-year-olds.
7. Syracuse schools serving up daily meals and a dose of fun for students this summer
The Syracuse City School District was inviting students to enjoy daily meals with their friends this summer at sites around the city.
8. Onondaga County Public Libraries encourage summer reading with new program
Onondaga County Public Libraries launch a summer reading program for keeping children reading during the summer months.
