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Mother killed in crash; children seriously hurt

New York State Police are investigating a two car crash in Otsego County that left one dead and three children in serious condition.


Nine people injured in Verona crash

All 9 people were in an SUV when it crashed on Route 31 near Vernon-Verona-Sherrill High School. It happened at about 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.


Tropical storm Alberto churns off Southeast U.S. coast

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Alberto is churning off the Southeastern U.S. seaboard as a tropical storm watch continues on a stretch of South Carolina coast.


Boil water advisory for Fulton

A boil water advisory is in effect in Fulton due to a breakdown at one of the city’s wells.


Family speaks day before fundraiser for child's medical expenses

A Spafford family is hosting a fundraiser to help their three-month-old who was born with an undeveloped heart. A week ago, the family found out an unidentified woman has been...


Family left homeless after Elbridge fire

An Elbridge man escaped his home without any injuries after a fire started at his home on Fikes Road Saturday.


Thousands participate in Race for the Cure

Controversy aside, it was a big day for the annual Susan G. Komen Central New York Race for the Cure.


Jon “Bones” Jones charged with DWI

UFC Light-Heavyweight Champion and Ithaca resident Jon "Bones" Jones was charged with DWI in Binghamton on Saturday morning.


Tumolo's goal lifts Syracuse over UNC, 17-16

Michelle Tumolo scored with 5 seconds remaining in regulation as Syracuse rallied past North Carolina, 17-16, on Saturday in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I women's lacrosse tournament.


Oswego man arrested for chase on 481

An Oswego man is behind bars after leading police on a high speed chase Friday night.


Teen stabbed near Eastwood Carnival

Syracuse Police are investigating after a 16-year old boy was stabbed in the Shop City parking lot near the Eastwood Carnival Friday night.


Launch delayed for rocket headed to Space Station

A new private rocket is stuck on the ground after an aborted launch.


Feds say pilot tried to board Buffalo flight with gun

An airline pilot is accused of trying to board a flight at Buffalo for New York City with a loaded revolver in his bag, and authorities believe he'd been flying...


Will Smith slaps reporter who tries to kiss him

Hollywood star Will Smith has slapped a male television reporter who tried to kiss him before the Moscow premiere of "Men in Black III."


Scam watch: Beware of online romance

NewsChannel 9 has spent the week profiling scams that have been reported by people throughout Central New York. Some new data has recently emerged indicating which scams are the most...


Police investigate Shop City stabbing

Syracuse Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred in the Shop City parking lot Friday night.


Crews respond to East Syracuse fire

Crews and emergency personnel responded to a fire in East Syracuse on Friday night.


Crooked Arrows opens in CNY

A lacrosse movie with local ties celebrated its opening Friday night at the Carousel Center and fans were treated to a meet-and-greet with members of the team.


Sheriff's Office releases identity of man killed in head-on crash

The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of a man killed in a crash on Route 20 in Skaneateles on Friday afternoon.


Woman accused of soliciting money for living child's funeral

The Cortland County Sheriff’s Office is looking for an unidentified woman reportedly soliciting money from area businesses to help pay for the funeral of a child who is still alive.