SLOWLY CRUMBLING: With changes pending, I-81 continues to deteriorate
Multiple spots of Interstate-81 have been flagged as either functionally obsolete or structurally deficient for years. Read more »
Interstate 81
Experts weigh in on the future of cities as Syracuse decides what to do with I-81
The state had originally narrowed the options for replacing I-81 down to two from 16 last year, but now a consulting firm will be reviewing all options for the project, again. Read more »
Syracuse’s drinking water could indirectly be contaminated by the I-81 replacement project, some officials believe
Experts said it’s unlikely a spill like the one described by multiple Finger Lakes region officials and residents would occur or drastically affect the city’s water supply. Read more »
'NOT IN MY BACKYARD': Area residents remain divided over I-81 replacement plans
Residents from the Syracuse area remain divided over the state's plan to reconstruct the aging I-81 in Syracuse and the project's recent delay. Read more »
Our Reader: Cuomo needs to address I-81 crisis
Gloria Sage of Syracuse discusses why she thinks New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo needs to address the failures of Interstate 81. Read more »
Cuomo announces plans to renovate Syracuse airport, gives I-81 update in address
New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo also announced plans for Saab Sensis to bring its North American defense headquarters to Onondaga County. Read more »
Down to 2 final options, the state grows closer to deciding the fate of Interstate 81
Two options remain for replacing a portion of I-81 near Syracuse: keeping the elevated highway and modernizing it, or demolishing it and rerouting through traffic around the city. Read more »
Joe Nicoletti wins race for councilor-at-large
After beating Republican Norm Snyder in the race for a seat on the Syracuse Common Council, Joe Nicoletti said he is ready to get back to work tomorrow and focus on the issues that matter for Syracuse residents. Read more »
Future of Interstate 81 discussed at Syracuse open house hosted by state officials
An open-house meeting was held by New York state’s Department of Transportation to explain the latest developments in the Interstate 81 project; among them a viaduct alternative and a community grid option. Read more »
Options for replacing I-81 portion displayed at public meeting in Syracuse
There are currently two options for Interstate 81 reconstruction: community grid or viaduct. On Tuesday night at the G.W. Fowler High School gymnasium, a line of posters circled the room with information on each option. Read more »
Apartment complex for students proposed near Syracuse University
Atlanta-based Blue Vista Student Housing Acquisitions LLC is seeking to build the apartment on the corner of East Genesee Street and South Crouse Avenue. Read more »
Options for replacing portion of I-81 in Syracuse down to 2
The remaining options consist of the Viaduct Alternative, which would be a wider version of the highway, and the Community Grid Alternative. Read more »
A luxury student apartment complex with sauna, tanning beds to open in Syracuse
A new student apartment will be constructed on East Brighton Avenue and Thurber Street in response to increased enrollment among SU students. Read more »
No injuries presented after gunshot hits Campus West Apartments
The shot occurred around 8:45 p.m., according to a DPS notice. Read more »
Katko criticizes House bill to cut funding for Centro
U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-N.Y.) spoke out Wednesday afternoon about a House bill amendment that would cut funding for the Centro public transit company by 20 percent. Read more »
Katko talks I-81 on call with Secretary of Transportation
Rep. John Katko outlined a series of infrastructure projects, including changes to I-81, on a call with the U.S. Secretary of Transportation on Wednesday. Read more »
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Directing traffic: I-81 discussion moves to next phase as public comment period ends
With a projected timeline of about eight years, the process of deciding the future of Interstate 81 is a marathon. But the last four months… Read more »
Syracuse University releases final report on Interstate 81 construction
Syracuse University released its final report analyzing how future construction on Interstate 81 will affect the university and surrounding downtown area. Read more »
