Learning gains in state test scores signal progress statewide
State Education Department data show fourth grade passing rates rising from 48 percent to 59 percent as serious academic deficiencies declined from 1 to 10 percent. Central New York schools largely improved, with urban districts still trailing wealthier suburbs but making strides, aided by better teaching methods and resources.
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Call for Civilian Review Board to Reform Syracuse Police
Civic leaders urge the establishment of a independent civilian review board with subpoena power to oversee Syracuse Police, noting lawsuits over alleged brutality and six years of rejected recommendations, while police contracts discuss oversight already underway. A separate citizen board could empower accountability, improve trust, and reduce lawsuits.
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Onondaga Lake cleanup urged amid schedule dispute
Community leaders debate how to move forward on Onondaga Lake pollution cleanup. They urge amending the ACJ and legislative schedules to free RFPs, address Metro discharges, and consider all pollution sources while engaging state and federal agencies for an optimal solution.
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Syracuse Letters Call For Long Term City Growth Over Carousel Plan
Readers urge local politicians to resist the Carousel mega mall expansion and its tax relief incentives. They warn it could turn Syracuse into a play and buy tourist spot, arguing it undermines local jobs, community feel, and long term development. Citizens advocate focusing on sustainable growth, not corporate welfare.
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