Syracuse Police Department

New state data show an uptick in shootings in Syracuse, even as gun violence trends downward across most of New York in early 2025.

A four-month investigation at Parkside Commons on E. Fayette St. culminated Wednesday with a search of two apartments and the arrest of five people.

The department was recognized for excellence in public safety and community engagement after a multi-year review process.

The Syracuse Police and Fire Departments will face off in a charity basketball game May 23 to benefit United Way of Central New York.

Diquan Hall and Ricardo Lane received lengthy federal prison sentences for distributing drugs in the Syracuse area.

Syracuse city schoolchildren from 8 to 12 years old can get help with reading though the city’s Police Athletic League.

Syracuse Police are warning riders of modified motorbikes to be cautious after 20-year-old Dante Sloma died in a crash, raising concerns over reckless riding during memorial gatherings in his honor.

Department leaders say more services are needed after last month's shooting death of officer Michael Jensen.

His name became the 12th to be added to the fallen officer's memorial during the annul remembrance.

The Syracuse Common Council voted to take over the hiring of the head of the Citizen Review Board. Opponents say it will make the board less independent on police issues