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The Saints of Upstate New York

The Saints of Upstate NY

Watch YNN’s special report on the two Upstate New York women who lived remarkable lives and will now share the title of saint.

Updated 10/21/2012 07:50 PM

On the Job: Anchors

On the Job at YNN

Every day, our job is to deliver the news to you the viewer in hopes of keeping you informed. And we love being that resource for you, so much so that we want to invite you on a trip behind the cameras for our last installment of On the Job. This week, you're going On the Job with us, the YNN anchors.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>On the Job: </em></span> Anchors

08/18/2012 10:34 AM

On the Menu: Teddy's chicken riggies

On the Menu

Over the past few weeks, our Brad Vivacqua has been using your Facebook suggestions to check out some of your favorite restaurants around the region. So far, he's had breakfast, lunch and an appetizer. In this week's edition of On the Menu, Brad's ready for the main course.

12/22/2012 10:35 AM

StartFast Venture Accelerator: Streamspec

StartFast Venture Accelerator Program

Eight startup companies from around the world are in Syracuse working to get their ventures off the ground. They were chosen from more than 300 companies to be a part of the first StartFast Venture Accelerator Program in Central New York. This week, our Katie Gibas introduces us to a couple of sports enthusiast entrepreneurs who are combining their passion for athletics with their passion for advertising.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>StartFast Venture Accelerator:</em></span> Streamspec

Updated 08/06/2012 05:54 PM

Engineered for Battle: Prosthetic technology

Engineered for Battle

Over the past decade, Fort Drum and the 10th Mountain Division have seen some 6,000 soldiers suffer an injury. In the final part of our series “Engineered for Battle,” Brian Dwyer leaves Fort Drum and heads to a nearby Watertown company that's using some of the world's best technology to help soldiers not only walk again, but so much more.

06/01/2012 10:57 AM

Protecting Our Children

YNN and other Syracuse television stations are teamed up to bring awareness to the sexual, verbal, and physical abuse of children with an hour long special titled Protecting Our Children. Watch the hour long special inside of this story.

Updated 04/25/2012 06:45 PM

Tully's unique approach to school budget

School Funding Crisis

It's just one week until schools will learn what their classrooms will look like next year. Community members will head to the polls to vote on school district budgets May 15th. And in a tough financial year, many districts are thinking outside the box. Our Katie Gibas tells us about Tully's unique approach that gives voters more control over their taxes.

Tully's unique approach to school budget

Updated 05/07/2012 11:03 PM

Canton proposes 4.6% tax increase

Canton schools face some of the worst cuts out of districts in the North Country. Monday night, the board approved a budget that cuts two dozen jobs and increases taxes. YNN's Cara Thomas reports.

04/16/2012 11:32 PM

North Syracuse adopts budget

It's a tough budget year for school districts across Upstate New York. Many are looking at high tax increases and position and program cuts. Monday night, the North Syracuse board of education approved a budget with a more than four percent increase and nearly 40 position cuts. Our Katie Gibas tells us what this budget will mean for those living and learning in the district.

04/16/2012 10:41 PM

Interview with convicted killer Billy Blake: Part 2

Billy Blake: 25 Years Later

In an interview with YNN's Bill Carey at the Elmira State Correctional Facility, Billy Blake spoke about the shooting he was incarcerated for and also discussed a more distant past, and his hope for the future.

Interview with convicted killer Billy Blake: Part 2

03/06/2012 05:10 PM

Americans in Tokyo reflect on disaster, future safety

Despite last year's natural disaster in Japan and predictions a major earthquake will hit Tokyo, many Americans still call that city home. In his final report in his series from Japan, Dean Meminger spoke with Americans about their choice to stay.

Emergency drills helped save the lives of children

In areas of Northern Japan, many children were killed as their schools were swept away in last year's tsunami. But as YNN’s Dean Meminger reports, all of the students in one town did survive. Some say it was a miracle. However, emergency drills also played a big part in saving those lives.

Tsunami survivors recall lessons learned

As we continue our series on the recovery and rebuilding efforts following last year's earthquake in Japan, Dean Meminger speaks with one leader who questioned his faith in Buddha after the tsunami took so many lives.

Inn owner responsible for saving several lives during tsunami

A courageous woman is being credited with saving many lives during the Japan earthquake - including her own - by making sure her inn was ready for a tsunami. Dean Meminger reports.

Village prepares for the return of displaced residents

The meltdown of the Japanese nuclear power plant last year forced the evacuation of 100,000 people, many of whom are still displaced. Our Dean Meminger is in Japan and has the story of one town that is being prepared for the return of its residents.

Village of Nagatsura remains devastated after tsunami

It's been one year since an earthquake and tsunami devastated to Japan's eastern coast. Dean Meminger is in Japan and has more from one area hit hard by the tsunami and the furthest behind in the rebuilding process.

Aging America Series

Aging America

Ten thousand members of the Baby Boomer generation turn 65 every day in America. By 2030, they will account for 20 percent of the total U.S. population. And while they may be healthy now, the sheer numbers could place tremendous strain on our already frail healthcare system. YNN Reporter Katie Gibas produced this ambitious 7-part series on the dynamics of our aging population and a system that could soon find itself in critical condition.

01/24/2012 11:46 AM

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: Housing history

With all of its history, since 9/11 and before, Fort Drum needed a place to house it all... and someone to take charge. In the seventh and final piece of his September 11th and Fort Drum series, YNN’s Brian Dwyer tells us more about the museum and its curator.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: </em></span> Housing history

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: Never forget

Two words have become synonymous with September 11th and those who've served on Fort Drum since. Never Forget. Our Brian Dwyer tells us what that's about.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11:</em></span> Never forget

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: Firefighter recalls 9/11

In part 5 of his series on September 11th and Fort Drum, our Brian Dwyer has the story of a local firefighter's trip to Lower Manhattan after the attacks and how he uses that experience to honor the memories of the firefighters who died that day.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: </em></span> Firefighter recalls 9/11

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: How 9/11 changed the way the Army trains

After the attacks on 9/11, the U.S. had new enemy territory to enter, with new terrain challenged. The Army had to rethink the way they trained their soldiers. Our Brian Dwyer has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: </em></span>How 9/11 changed the way the Army trains

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: How 9/11 changed one girl's life

September 11th changed many lives in many ways, but for a 10-year-old looking out her window that morning, it changed her whole life. Brian Dwyer has more.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: </em></span>How 9/11 changed one girl's life

Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: How 9/11 changed the Watertown-Fort Drum relationship

You can't think of Watertown without thinking of Fort Drum, and you can't think of Fort Drum without thinking of Watertown. They are two very different cultures that have come together as one. In part three of his series on Fort Drum and September 11th, our Brian Dwyer takes a look at the relationship between the two communities and how since that day ten years ago, the two have trusted and relied on one another.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Fort Drum Remembers 9/11: </em></span>How 9/11 changed the Watertown-Fort Drum relationship

2012 Field Band Competition at New Hartford

On Saturday, October 6, 2012, field bands performed New Hartford High School.

2012 Field Band Competition at West Genesee

On Saturday, September 29, 2012, field bands performed at West Genesee High School.

2012 Field Band Competition at C-NS

On Saturday, September 15, 2012, field bands performed at Cicero-North Syracuse High School.

2012 Field Band Competition at ES-M

On Saturday, September 8, 2012, field bands performed at East Syracuse-Minoa High School.

2011 Field Band Competition at Liverpool High School

On Saturday, October 15, 2011 field bands performed at Liverpool High School.

2011 Field Band Competition at West Genesee

On Saturday, October 1, 2011 field bands performed at West Genesee High School.

DOT considers commercial vehicle ban on the Onondaga Lake Parkway

Parkway Bus Tragedy

The New York State Department of Transportation is considering banning all commercial vehicles from the Parkway after last year's Megabus crash. YNN’s Brad Vivacqua reports.

DOT considers commercial vehicle ban on the Onondaga Lake Parkway

09/15/2011 07:25 AM

Parkway Bus Tragedy: Four killed in Liverpool bus crash

The investigation continues to unfold into Saturday morning's tragic crash along the Onondaga Lake Parkway in Liverpool. Four people were killed, and more than 20 hurt when a double-decker bus slammed into the railroad bridge that runs over the Parkway. The one person who has been identified is the driver, John Tomaszewski, 59, suffered a serious head injury and is still in the hospital. Meanwhile, the investigation into how this happened is still ongoing. Our Sarah Hagen has the latest.
ONLINE EXTRA: Talkback with Sarah Hagen.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Parkway Bus Tragedy:</em></span> Four killed in Liverpool bus crash

Woman hurt in Megabus crash files lawsuit

A woman hurt in last month's deadly Megabus crash in Liverpool filed a lawsuit against the company Friday seeking damages.

Parkway Bus Tragedy: DOT leader meets with county executive on bus crash

Officials with the State Department of Transportation say they're working with Onondaga County leaders to address safety concerns on the Onondaga Lake Parkway following last weekend's deadly Megabus crash. The DOT's acting commissioner met with County Executive Joanie Mahoney Wednesday.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Parkway Bus Tragedy: </em></span>DOT leader meets with county executive on bus crash

"Deadly Delusion"

Deadly Delusion

A year after tragedy struck Binghamton, our Bill Carey takes a look back in this 28 minute special report.

Updated 04/04/2011 11:34 AM

ACA victims remembered on second anniversary

It's been two years since tragedy struck at the American Civic Association. On April 3, 2009, a lone gunman entered the immigrant services center in Binghamton, killing 13 people before turning the weapon on himself. Sunday, family and friends of the victims gathered for a memorial. Our Janelle Burrell reports.

ACA Memorial Park Fund passes $25,000

Donations are adding up for a memorial park in Binghamton. The committee for the ACA Memorial Park says it has surpassed $25,000 in donations. That's almost 20 percent of the cost of the project.

'Surviving April 3rd' exhibit on display

A photo exhibit paying tribute to the survivors of the tragedy at the American Civic Association has opened in Binghamton.

ACA Memorial

For those of you who missed the ACA memorial, here’s another look.

Report on ACA shootings shows need for improvement

The American Civic Association shootings last April claimed 13 innocent lives. A report issued Tuesday attempts not to understand so much why, but what, if anything, could have been done to improve the response. Our Neil St. Clair explains. ONLINE EXTRA: View the Broome County ACA Shooting After Action Report inside this story.

Emergency response report on Binghamton shootings expected to be released

A study taking a look at the emergency response to the Binghamton shootings is expected to be released next week.

Red Cross Real Heroes: Good Neighbor Real Hero

The local chapter of the American Red Cross honors ordinary citizens for doing extraordinary deeds this time of year through their Real Heroes program. It's a YNN tradition to share some of those stories with our viewers. Today, the "Good Neighbor Real Hero" as told by executive producer Curtis Jetter and Photojournalist Ben Augustine.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Red Cross Real Heroes: </em></span>Good Neighbor Real Hero

Red Cross Real Heroes: Youth Good Samaritan

The Red Cross honored their 2012 Real Heroes this week. It is a YNN tradition to share some of those stories with our viewers. Photojournalist Tom Walters shares the story of this year’s Youth Good Samaritan.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Red Cross Real Heroes: </em></span>Youth Good Samaritan

Red Cross Real Heroes: Adult Good Samaritan Real Heroes

The American Red Cross of Central New York honors ordinary citizens for doing extraordinary things. YNN is proud to share their stories with you. Today, the story of the "Adult Good Samaritan Real Heroes" as told by Photojournalist Jim Gibbons and Producer Curtis Jetter.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Red Cross Real Heroes: </em></span> Adult Good Samaritan Real Heroes

Red Cross Real Heroes: Blood Donor Real Hero

Every year, the American Red Cross of Central New York honors ordinary citizens for doing extraordinary things. They call them Real Heroes. YNN is once again proud to bring you a few of their stories. Photojournalist Tom Walters shares the story of this year's Blood Donor Real Hero.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Red Cross Real Heroes: </em></span>Blood Donor Real Hero

Red Cross Real Heroes: Military Real Hero

The American Red Cross of Central New York is honoring ordinary citizens for doing extraordinary things at their annual Real Heroes Breakfast. Once again this year, YNN is proud to share some of those stories with you. This is the story of the 2012 Military Real Hero.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Red Cross Real Heroes: </em></span>Military Real Hero

Arts center helps keep the music alive

Woodstock 40

For well over 30 years, the original Woodstock site in Bethel has been without an encore, simply marking the anniversaries of the 1969 festival with small gatherings of Woodstock veterans and the curious. But a few years back, a new performing arts center opened on the site. On the eve of the anniversary, Budd Mishkin sat down with its founder.

08/16/2009 05:00 AM

Bethel making a comeback

To many, the Woodstock concert and the Town of Woodstock have become synonymous, but it was actually the Town of Bethel that hosted the festival. And now, after 40 years, the Town of Bethel is making a comeback. Jill Urban has the story.

The spirit of Woodstock remains

One of the ironies of Woodstock is its name, because the three-day festival, nor any of the subsequent follow-up festivals, were ever held in the Town of Woodstock. But that hasn't stopped tourists from going, or townspeople from welcoming them. Tara Lynn Wagner has the story.

Woodstock producers look back

Woodstock was not the first large scale concert of its time. There had been the Newport Folk Festival and the Monterey pop festival, but in many ways, Woodstock would be the last, as art and commerce would start to go their separate ways. Stephanie Simon recently caught up a with a couple of the producers to get their perspectives on the event.