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Thursday, March 28, 2013  Government health officials launched the second round of a graphic ad campaign Thursday that is designed to get smokers off tobacco, saying they believe the last effort convinced tens of thousands to quit.

Friday, December 21, 2012  Karen Kitchen loves when her 88-year-old father comes to visit but she also worries.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012  An appeals court says New York City cannot try to scare smokers by requiring grotesque images of diseased lungs and decaying gums at stores that sell cigarettes.

Tuesday, July 03, 2012  Syracuse Police staged a demonstration on Tuesday to show what can happen if you hold a firework in your hand.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  The Rosamond Gifford Zoo in Syracuse is welcoming first fennec foxes born at Syracuse’s zoo in 20 years.

Monday, May 28, 2012  Senator Schumer warns people about a study that shows metal breaking off of grill brushes, ending up in food and damaging people's bodies.

Monday, May 14, 2012  Baby gates and drawer latches are standard baby-proofing gadgets. But even everyday stuff like baby bottles and pacifiers could pose a danger to children.

Monday, September 26, 2011  With Halloween only a few weeks away, there's a serious danger to be aware of concerning your animals.

Monday, August 08, 2011  If you're the parent of a student athlete, you probably worry about them playing in the heat. But new research should help ease your fears a bit.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011  Students show Victoria Deverso among friend to try and prevent another tragedy.

Sunday, February 20, 2011  In all, 5 snowmobilers submerged in Oneida County

Wednesday, February 16, 2011  Every year we here about unfortunate accidents with people, kids and/or pets cracking through the ice due to thawing conditions outside. Plus, spring flooding can hit some places rather significantly.