Ellen Abbott
Reporter, SyracuseEllen produces news reports and features related to events that occur in the greater Syracuse area and throughout Onondaga County. Her reports are heard regularly in regional updates in Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
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Syracuse's city auditor says Syracuse University's $2 million annual payment is not enough for $2 billion in property as agreement talks begin. -
Syracuse City School District launches "Syracuse Stands for Students" and "Elevate 315" to boost community support and improve outcomes for students. -
Despite severe flooding and vehicle restrictions, the 2026 New York State Fair drew 962,795 visitors over 13 days as officials mark the event a success. -
For the first time, visitors to the NYS Fair can learn about the responsible consumption of cannabisOrganizers call the Green Standard Alliance booth at the NYS Fair a major milestone for the state's cannabis industry, focusing on safety and education. -
Leaves on central New York's invasive Norway maples that usually stay full until late October have been falling since July due to two fungal diseases -
SUNY Chancellor John King says adding AI and civic discourse to general education will equip students with skills for respectful and reasoned discussions. -
Gov. Kathy Hochul calls for an end to federal trade tariffs, warning tension between the U.S. and Canada is severely hurting New York's agricultural economy. -
Onondaga County Sheriff Toby Shelley said 62-year-old Frederick Marty was shot and killed after a five-hour standoff Sunday night in the Town of Elbridge. -
The 2026 New York State Fair opens with daily vehicle bans from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., new Empire Room attractions, and classic traditions through Labor Day. -
Anheuser-Busch is investing $13 million in its Baldwinsville brewery to boost beer production and build a new technical training center in central New York.
