Syracuse Speaks

On this edition of Syracuse Speaks WAER’s Tarryn Mento examines healthy aging around Central New York.

Earth Day has come and gone, and for many of us we might be putting off thoughts surrounding the environment for another year. This month on Syracuse Speaks, we decided to linger on those thoughts for a just a bit longer and dive into the environment around Central New York to examine its biodiversity. To do that we visit the "Climate Connections" exhibit at ArtRage Gallery, unpack the idea of "Lawn to Meadow," discuss the need for pollinators and more.

Here's what we learned from our conversation with four Central New York community members who are leading the fight against lead poisoning.

A recently released survey by the Downtown Committee of Syracuse gave us some insights into who is opening up businesses in the city’s core. Much like the rest of the country, Syracuse has seen the number of businesses owned by Black women increase over the past five years.

On Syracuse Speaks, WAER spoke with members of the Central New York small business community about preparing for the holiday shopping season. Here's some of what we learned.

On the latest episode of Syracuse Speaks, WAER's Tarryn Mento and Katie Zilcosky dive into everything voters in Onondaga County need to know ahead of Election Day on Nov. 8. Here are nine things we learned.

The Syracuse Independent Redistricting Commission planned to share multiple drafts later this month.

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County's Felicia Castricone and Hiscock Legal Aid Society's Lucy Saldana break down the system that local and state officials hope will welcome those fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

On the latest episode of Syracuse Speaks, WAER's Jalen Wade and Matt Fairfax take the bus through downtown Syracuse for the first time. Along the way, the recorded their own experiences and asked other riders about their own impressions.