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TEMU has become a very popular online shopping option, but some lawmakers say the app is stealing your personal data.

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Shopping app Temu's alleged data collection practices gain attention of states across US The suit alleges Temu uses spyware and malware to collect sensitive personal data.

The West Nile Virus was detected in a mosquito sample collected from the Toad Harbor Swamp in the town of West Monroe.
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Oswego County reports confirmation of West Nile Virus The New York State Department of Health informed the Oswego County Health Department the West Nile Virus was detected in a mosquito sample collected from the To

Hurricane Beryl, the earliest Category 5 hurricane on record, is bearing down on Jamaica.
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Jamaica braces for Hurricane Beryl's wrath, declares disaster zone and island-wide curfew Hurricane Beryl was roaring toward Jamaica on Wednesday, with islanders scrambling to make preparations.

The newly approved drug shows promise in slowing the progression of Alzheimer's symptoms in people with early stages of the disease.
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'We are very excited': Alzheimer's Association applauds FDA drug approval Another treatment for Alzheimer's got federal approval this week.

The New York State Police say the suspect stole more than $50,000 from the CNY Premier Soccer Club Inc.
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President of CNY Premier Soccer Club arrested following investigation into missing funds In January 2023, the New York State Police began an investigation into allegations of missing funds from CNY Premier Soccer Club Inc. after paying members recei

At least 13,000 people were evacuated from their homes as a fire burns in northern California.
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Emergency declared as 13K residents evacuated by Thompson Fire in Northern California Evacuations have been issued in Oroville due to a vegetation fire, being called the Thompson Fire.According to the Butte County Sheriff's Office, the evacuatio

The EPA says nearly 6 million GM cars are spewing more pollution into the environment than the company has previously admitted.

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GM ordered to pay almost $146M after EPA finds excess emissions in millions of vehicles General Motors will pay almost $150 million in fines after the EPA identified excess emissions from approximately 5.9 million vehicles.

Whether you like Downward Dog or Warrior One, yoga in Clinton Square is for everyone.

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The world is your mat: Sunrise Yoga in Clinton Square If you enjoy waking up early, yoga, or both, every Wednesday in Clinton Square, there is a free yoga class right next to the fountain.Shellie Rizza is the owne

From fireworks, to cookouts, to pets, we want you to stay safe this Fourth of July holiday!
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Stars, stripes, and safety tips: Celebrate the Fourth without a fuse Independence Day is upon us and Americas across the nation are already enjoying Fourth of July festivities.

Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, confirmed this latest cyber-attack involves hundreds of millions of people.
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Ticketmaster data breach: What you need to know to protect yourself Live Nation said it discovered unauthorized activity within a third-party cloud database on May 20 and its staff promptly launched an investigation.

The N.Y. Attorney General says for years, the Tompkins County business owner illegally paid Medicaid recipients to use his company, and then fraudulently overcharged Medicaid for the rides he provided.
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N.Y. Attorney General: Tompkins County business owner busted for $1 million Medicaid fraud New York Attorney General Letitia James announces the arrest of David Moore of Tompkins County, who through his company ASAP 2, allegedly stole over $1 million

If you don't drive sober this holiday, you will get pulled over.
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N.Y. State Police plan crack down on impaired driving during Fourth of July holiday State Police to crack down on impaired driving during the Fourth of July holiday

The Apollo 8 astronaut famously took one of the most widely recognized photos in history, the "Earthrise" photo from lunar orbit.
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NTSB releases preliminary report into plane crash that killed astronaut William Anders The National Transportation Safety Board released a preliminary investigation report in the plane crash that killed astronaut William Anders.

Theater representatives will be on hand to answer questions about its upcoming season, and the venue itself.
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Want to test drive seats for the Landmark Theater? You can at its open house! Broadway In Syracuse will host an open house event on Wednesday, July 10 offering patrons an exciting opportunity to explore the historic Landmark Theatre and d

The skies went from friendly to foul after the Delta flight was forced to land at JFK Airport after spoiled food was served to passengers.
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Delta flight diverted to JFK after passengers served spoiled food It is unknown how many people consumed the contaminated food.

Several fireworks shows begin tonight ahead of the Independence Day holiday.

Central New York fireworks shows There are several sky-shows coming to central New York before, during and after the July 4 Indipenence Day holiday.

Mintz declared for the NBA draft back in April, but was not selected to a team. The NBA Summer League will be his chance to make a roster.
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Former SU basketball star Judah Mintz invited to 76ers Summer League Former Syracuse guard Judah Mintz will play for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA's Summer League. The league runs from July 12-22 in Las Vegas. The first time

DeWitt Police initially could not identify the motorcycle crash victim, but have since released it was a 13-year-old from East Syracuse.

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'Unidentifiable' motorcycle crash victim in critical condition, DeWitt Police ask for help Police in DeWitt need the public's help in identifying a motorcyclist who is in critical condition following a crash.

Now is the time to buy your forever stamps before the prices go up.

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USPS to raise stamp prices this month The prices for all of USPS's services will rise by more than 7.5%.

Former President Donald Trump's sentencing in his hush money case has been postponed until at least September after the judge agreed Tuesday to weigh the possible impact of a new Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.

Trump's sentencing in hush money case delayed to weigh Supreme Court ruling impact A Supreme Court ruling Monday granted broad immunity protections to presidents.

“In a few years, a quarter of all the chips manufactured in the United States will be along this corridor, isn't that amazing?” Sen. Schumer said.

Syracuse, Rochester and Buffalo win $40 million to establish 'Semiconductor Superhighway' Another $40 million is on its way to Upstate New York to solidify the region as the American leader in semiconductor manufacturing.The federal award is the firs

The Office of Cannabis Management shut down several illegal cannabis shops in Cayuga County on Tuesday, including one in the city of Auburn.

Cayuga County clamps down on illegal cannabis shops with help from locals New laws let the office lock the doors and keep them closed all on their first time inspecting the shop.

This is now at least the second Washington Square Task Force meeting where Syracuse City school board members have been invited, to engage with the community on several issues in the district.

Syracuse Neighborhood Group Tuesday night, a meeting between community members and both city and county leaders took place, to discuss how they could be of help to improving the Syracuse c

It's nearly 20 degrees warmer than yesterday morning.🌡 Becoming hot🔥 and windy💨 today. Then the risk for storms much later.⛈ Plus, looking ahead to the 4th of July forecast!🎆 Click the link.

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Heat and humidity build in, next risk for storms! Nearly 20 degrees warmer than yesterday morning as a warm front moves in, becoming hot and windy this afternoon. Then a cold front arrives tonight with storm...

The Syracuse Police Department reports the victim is identified as 34-year-old Shaquoiya T. Allison.

Man arrested for murder, arson after fatal Syracuse Southside house fire A man has been arrested in connection to the death of a woman found unconscious inside a house fire on Syracuse's Southside.

New York State announced, on Tuesday, July 2, the launch of a nearly $2 million marketing initiative to promote New York’s more than 50 county and local fairs across the State.

NYS launches initiative to promote local & county fairs, trying to boost attendance New York State announced, on Tuesday, June 2, the launch of anearly $2 million marketing initiative to promote New York’s more than 50 county and local fairs a

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Here's your daily dose of good news: The birth of a macaroni penguin chick last month at the Tennessee Aquarium means that it is now home to three generations of macaroni penguins for the first time ever. 🐧

Hello, world! Tennessee Aquarium's newest penguin chick cracks the egg and expectations It's fluffy. It's fastidious. It's growing 'shockingly' fast. And you now have a chance to bask in its cuteness.

Is China spying on the U.S. from Cuba? Some data suggests it is.

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China using surveillance sites in Cuba, likely to spy on the United States: Report Intelligence experts are sounding alarm bells once again about aggressive actions by China.

Florida police think the scammer may have gotten away if he wasn't so greedy.

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Phone scammer caught with over 100 gold bars after targeting elderly with fake warrants Over 100 gold bars were seized from a phone scammer who thought he'd remain anonymous and now serve as evidence after his arrest.