Ben Walsh

Chief Joe Cecile says the additional roving unit will help cover schools that do not have an SRO.

WAER's news round up for the week of April 11. See what you missed!

Pastor Lateef Johnson-Kinsey is becoming the first director of Mayor Ben Walsh's Office to Reduce Gun Violence.

Syracuse will partner with the Manufacturers Association of Central New York, or MACNY, to create a new software developer apprenticeship.

During a third round of supply, Syracuse will disburse more at-home COVID-19 test kits this week.

The city is opening the implementation and adoption of new surveillance technology to public comment.

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh believes that these new initiatives funded through the American Rescue Plan Act will foster a more inclusive and well-rounded learning environment for new and old members of the force.

Incumbent Ben Walsh to be mayor for a second term.

The incumbent currently leads in the three-way race.

The three way race for Syracuse mayor has presented some interesting political and party dynamics for candidates and their supporters. WAER News found out that issues rather than party labels seem to be driving the contest between an independent incumbent, a democrat, and a republican.