Councilor Pat Hogan

Democratic leaders in Onondaga County are asking Syracuse Common Councilor Pat Hogan to step aside after losing the mayoral primary to Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens. Party officials say voters have spoken clearly and it's time to unite behind the nominee.

The normally uneventful process was unusually heated after councilors presented last-minute budget-cutting amendments.

Councilor-at-large Chol Majok joins fellow councilor Pat Hogan, Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens, and Walsh administration official Jimmy Oliver who are either actively seeking or considering a run for mayor.

Syracuse Common Councilors are reviewing Mayor Ben Walsh's proposed budget for next fiscal year, which includes raising the property tax rate 2%.

Councilor Pat Hogan casts doubt on whether the city is getting the best deal to develop the residential portion of the massive 47-acre site.

With its 10th anniversary approaching, the Land Bank expects to double demolitions.

The SUNY Educational Opportunity Center in Syracuse added new trades and an advanced manufacturing lab with the goal of helping people find jobs in key industries.