The abolitionist died 113 years ago on Mar. 10, 1913 in Auburn after a lifetime of activism and advocacy for the enslaved and, eventually, formerly enslaved people. Her funeral was held on Mar. 13.
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Syracuse mayor Sharon Owens said Veo bikes and scooters are back for the season. She noted they proved transportation for many without cars to get to work, shopping and connect to mass transit.
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It’s the end of the Adrian Autry era for 14th-seeded Syracuse men’s basketball after its 86-69 loss to 11th-seeded SMU.Josh Rajunov recaps the ACC Tournament first-round loss.
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Autry — a former SU player and assistant coach — failed to make the NCAA Tournament in three seasons succeeding Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim.
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For just the third time in program history, No. 8 Syracuse men’s lacrosse battles Air Force. Jake Bowen previews the first matchup between the Orange and the Falcons since 2002.
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The Fenner Wind Farm was groundbreaking when built in 2001, and has educated about renewable energy since. A new wind power and a solar project are not getting the same welcome from residents.
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The governor is seeking to roll back New York’s landmark 2019 climate law, much to the chagrin of some Democratic lawmakers.
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Richard Kahn testified to the House Oversight Committee that he did not know about Epstein's crimes. He said monetary gifts that Epstein made did not raise any red flags.
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A military assessment suggests a U.S. Tomahawk cruise missile was responsible for at least 165 deaths at an Iranian girls' school, according to a U.S. official who was not authorized to speak publicly.
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The governor said a mandate to cut emissions 40% by 2030 and 85% by 2050 is costly and unrealistic.
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Chief Judge Rowan Wilson is allowed to express his views on legislation that affects the court system, his spokesperson said.
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The wife of 'Grey's Anatomy' actor Eric Dane says caring for him gave her an "extra dose" of compassion for others.