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Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com
Slain Syracuse police officer honored: Police agencies from across the area gather to honor Syracuse officer Michael E. Jensen as his body is transferred from the Wallie J. Howard Center for Forensic Sciences in downtown Syracuse to the Nicholas J. Bush Funeral Home in Rome. A procession of about 200 police cars and motorcycles accompanied a hearse that made the 47-mile trip from downtown Syracuse to a funeral home in Rome. (Scott Schild photo)
The Latest
West Genesee girls lacrosse goalie breaks state record: West Genesee goalie Allie Hanlon entered Tuesday’s matchup against Baldwinsville needing four saves to break the New York State girls lacrosse record of 527 career saves.She racked up seven saves as the Wildcats defeated Baldwinsville, 9-7. Read more.
What’s Trending
Gun used to kill 2 Central NY police officers was illegal, deputies say: A gun used to kill Syracuse police officer Michael E. Jensen and sheriff’s deputy Lt. Michael Hoosock in a shootout Sunday night in Salina was illegal, according to the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office.
- Search finds more guns at Salina home where shootout took place
- Police, firefighters, strangers honor Syracuse officer (photos, video)
- Both police officers killed in shooting attended Le Moyne College
- Businesses, schools holding fundraisers for families of slain officers
- Editorial: CNY grieves officers who died holding line against chaos
Breaking fast in Syracuse: At the table with two Turkish families in CNY: Fasting is one of the Five Pillars that are the core beliefs and practices of Islam. It is a time of temporary deprivation to renew awareness and gratitude for everything God has provided. Two Muslim families broke fast with Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard reporters in Syracuse and the village of Manlius in March during the third week of Ramadan. Here are their stories.
Ithaca has the youngest population in NY. What’s that mean for the area? Census data shows that Ithaca has the youngest population in the state of New York. While many areas throughout NY and the nation are aging at a faster rate than in previous years, Ithaca’s large college population has helped the city’s population remain youthful, which experts say has impacts on the area’s economy, political representation, and workforce.
CNY Pizza Tour, stop 15: A rogue chef’s off-the-menu pizza: The “bee sting” pizza isn’t on the menu at Pies Guys Pub and Grub on Syracuse’s West End -- at least not yet. They’ll make it for you if you ask politely, though. Should you order it? Our reviewer gives his opinion.
Looking Ahead
Springsteen previews Syracuse concert with “plans to destroy your city”: Bruce Springsteen previewed this week’s Syracuse concert with a special message on social media. “The Boss,” who is set to perform Thursday at the JMA Wireless Dome, noted that he first performed in Syracuse in 1973. “Fifty years later and guess what? Me ... and the rest of the E Street Band have plans to destroy your city and rock you into the ground!”
- Everybody have fun: ‘80s pop stars team up for CNY concert
- Kevin Hart tour dates include Upstate NY comedy show
Micron is hiring: See the salary ranges: Micron Technology has started posting ads for high-paying jobs long before ground has been broken at the planned semiconductor plant in Clay. More than 20 positions that would be based in Clay are advertised on Micron’s website. What kind of education and experience is needed? How much do they pay?
Sports
Bears get a big win: Members of the Chittenango softball celebrate Tuesday during the team’s doubleheader sweep of Homer. The Bears won by scores of 21-1 and 18-1. (Todd Slabaugh photo)
Building the Syracuse football depth chart (podcast): As The Syracuse football spring game approaches on Saturday at the JMA Wireless Dome, we decided to take a shot at constructing Fran Brown’s first depth chart. On the latest episode of Syracuse Sports, Brent Axe and Emily Leiker discuss that plus how the SU roster could shift with the latest transfer portal window open from now to the end of April.
- Our SU football depth chart projection heading out of spring ball
- New SU special teams coach almost tried too hard to get hired
MORE SPORTS:
- Former Syracuse star Dyaisha Fair eager to prove herself to WNBA champs: “I’m here. Watch me work.”
- Latavius Murray has stem cell treatment, plans to play another season
- Hall of Fame baseball manager and World Series champ dies at 92
- Junior pitcher throws no-hitter to lead Port Byron softball to win
- CNY baseball pitcher throws 3rd no-hitter of varsity career
- Section III boys lacrosse rankings: New No. 1 teams in Class A, B
- CNY high school sports results, schedules, photos, news
In Brief
Man fatally shot over weekend identified; family and friends hold vigil
Bomb threat at Central NY mall targeted Drag Story Hour (reports)
Permanent jewelry, class reunion, motorcycle detailing: 69 new businesses
New York’s high court to hear case on abortion insurance coverage
Letters: World without Alzheimer’s is possible, if government funds research
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