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Yesterday at 9:31 PM  i81 Challenge meeting draws hundreds to OnCenter for a first glimpse at fresh details of the final two choices for redeveloping Interstate 81 through Syracuse.

Monday, May 20, 2013  Now, we look at the underneath of the I-81 bridge, both the structure itself and the people that park there on a daily basis.

Friday, May 17, 2013  A state senator and several local business owners are pushing for residents to take part in the debate over the future of Interstate 81 in Syracuse, and are warning the public that changing traffic patterns could have a negative impact on local businesses.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The NY Department of Transportation says I-81 North at the I-481 Southbound exit (29S) in Onondaga Co. has been reduced to one lane due to an accident.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  The owners of an upstate towing company that hauled away the charred carcasses of 30 horses killing in a truck fire on a New York highway say they're awaiting word on who'll dispose of the remains.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  A tractor trailer caught fire Monday evening on Interstate 81 leaving 30 horses dead.

Saturday, May 04, 2013  Four people were taken to the hospital on Saturday afternoon after a crash on I-81N near the 7th North Street exit at 12:56pm.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  More than one hundred taxpayers crowded into the Holiday Inn in the Town of Salina to hear what might be in store for interstate 81. Five separate options are being considered.

Monday, April 29, 2013  State police say a 44-year-old woman was drunk behind the wheel late in the morning when she was clocked going more than 100 mph on a western New York highway.

Monday, April 08, 2013  On the heels of Earth Day, Onondaga County is urging Central New Yorkers to keep their community clean.

Saturday, February 23, 2013  Syracuse Police arrested a woman after she drove the wrong way on Route 81 North and crashed into a taxi with two passengers plus the driver at about 2:45 am on February 23.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  It's a little like the Pony Express, but it's the Puppy Express, a second chance for dogs who no one thought would be alive today.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  After a determination is made by insurance adjusters, the owners of the site where a Burger King has been located for 23 years, hope to rebuild or restore it as the fast food restaurant.

Monday, January 28, 2013  Interstate 81 Northbound is now open again after an accident near the 7th North Street exit shut it down for a brief period.

Monday, January 21, 2013  Three people were hurt in a five-car crash on Interstate 81 north.