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06/19/2026

A journey commemorating the Underground Railroad is passing through Rochester this week. Along the way, the participants are hearing the personal stories of today's freedom seekers.

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A journey commemorating the Underground Railroad is passing through Rochester this week. Along the way, the participants are hearing the personal stories of today's freedom seekers.

06/18/2026

Environmental groups are looking back at the New York state legislature session that ended earlier this month to rate bills that benefit clean water and air, protect lands and the climate.

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06/17/2026

The world’s largest operating steam locomotive drew thousands to Owego as the 1.2-million-pound "Big Boy" returned to its home state for the first time in over 80 years.

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06/17/2026

The county is spending $500,000 on the study, which will analyze land, water, and energy use, as well as noise and environmental issues.

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The county is spending $500,000 on the study, which will analyze land, water, and energy use, as well as noise and environmental issues.

06/17/2026

Did you know WAER is on YouTube? WAER's content is going beyond the airwaves. ▶

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06/16/2026

New high-speed I-81 interchanges are now open, permanently shifting Syracuse commutes and marking a major milestone before the downtown viaduct comes down.

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06/15/2026

Political propaganda is exploding this election season especially when AI is involved.

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Political propoganda is exploding this election season especially when AI is involved.

06/12/2026

New on CNY Decides: Host Bob Beck welcomes back Central Current's Eddie Velazquez to introduce you to the candidates competing for the citywide seat.

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06/11/2026

Who will represent Syracuse citywide on the Common Council?

Tomorrow on CNY Decides: Central Current's Eddie Velazquez joins Bob Beck to break down where Democratic candidates Helen Hudson, Cjala Surratt, and Moise Laub stand on the issues shaping Syracuse's future.

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06/11/2026

Chancellor John King points to increasing state support, which has allowed for growing enrollment and research.

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Chancellor John King points to increasing state support, which has allowed for growing enrollment and research.