Covid-19

NYS has not yet reported any cases of the new Covid-19 variant, BA.2.86. State health officials are vigilantly watching out for the variant that's already circulating in parts of the country.

SUNY Chancellor John King has concerns as the academic year begins - student diversity after the Supreme Court affirmative action decision and rising COVID cases.

In response to New York pandemic mandates being lifted, St. Joseph's is reaching out to employees who previously quit or were fired.

The pistol license unit has been operating remotely since its COVID-19 closing, but the office will open its doors again for in-person appointments in February.

The rapid development of Covid testing options may have us wanting to uncover the cause of our symptoms more so than before.

New York residents continue to pass away due to COVID-19, influencing Gov. Kathy Hochul to ask New Yorkers to take the needed precautions to stay safe.

This week, Governor Kathy Hochul and NY health officials warned New Yorkers of a surge of three different viruses, and the state Thruway EZ Pass tolls will increase by 5% in 2024 and 2027. Also, the City of Syracuse dealt with illegal marijuana shops while SUNY got a new chancellor. Check this week's WAER Round-Up for more information on health and infrastructure and what other local news you've missed from Dec. 5-9!

They say New Yorkers should start preparing for a surge in three different viruses, RSV, the flu, and COVID, as the holiday season gets underway.

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Numerous Syracuse University faculty, staff and students currently have tested positive for COVID-19 resulting in quarantine.