Syracuse Police Department

Syracuse Police say armored vehicles and tactical teams evacuated residents through apartment windows as gunfire tore through buildings and vehicles during the chaotic six-hour confrontation at Pioneer Homes.

The city has exceeded its overtime budget for two decades, and that trend continues for the current fiscal year. Will the city's upcoming budget better reflect actual overtime costs?

The two departments are officially moving to the city's near west side, away from the old downtown location.

Police are investigating a homicide after early Tuesday morning a 25-year-old man suffered gunshot wounds on Lawrence Street.

He was sworn-in as chief Wednesday, along with new first deputy and deputy chiefs.

Deputy Chief Mark Rusin was named Syracuse's next police chief by incoming Mayor Sharon Owens. He shared thoughts on crime, reform, community and transforming the department.

Onondaga County Sheriff's and Syracuse Police participate in national event to improve police-community relations. Local events take place Tuesday, August 5th.

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.