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Thursday, May 16, 2013  Lawmakers are responding to our series of exclusive interviews this week with the man who was first on the scene the night of the Clay horrors.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Based on what he knows right now, Congressman Dan Maffei (D - Syracuse) says it appears someone or some people at the New York Northern Probation Office in Syracuse should be fired following the murder, rape and carjacking tragedy in Clay.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  In part three of Michael Benny’s exclusive interview with Bill Cregg, the man who was first on the scene of the Clay carjacking, rape, and murder says he is taking action.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Police in Onondaga County are on the lookout for a suspect after a reported robbery in Liverpool Thursday morning.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  A U.S. Senator is outraged that the Federal Probation Office apparently ignored dozens of alerts set off by David Renz's GPS monitoring bracelet, indicating it had been tampered with.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Probation officers ignored 46 alerts set off by David Renz's GPS monitoring bracelet, indicating it had been tampered with. That's according to a highly critical report released by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe, which was obtained by Syracuse.com.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  A local attorney who is well-known for his television commercials will spend time in prison after admitting he had child pornography on his computers.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver says New York will spend $27.74 million to develop the first statewide electronic handgun permit database as part of its new gun control law.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  After the escape of a level 2 sex offender, are electronic monitoring devises worth the risk?

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  Local attorney Martin J. Rothschild is facing scrutiny in a child pornography investigation.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  State Police searched the office and Manlius home of local attorney Martin Rothschild on Tuesday. Investigators removed several computers and electronic devices.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  If you don't choose between direct deposit or debit cards, the government will do it for you

Friday, January 18, 2013  School districts are warning parents and students about a tough new rule for students taking the Regents exam this year.

Monday, December 24, 2012  New state laws banning sales of electronic cigarettes to minors and giving businesses new tax exemptions for installing solar energy systems are set to take effect next week.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  An Oswego man, charged with burglary and grand larceny, is accused of stealing jewelry, electronics and prescription medications.