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Yesterday at 6:50 PM  Some New York lawmakers are pushing to prohibit using cash welfare benefits to pay for tobacco, alcohol, strip clubs and illegal drugs.

Friday, June 14, 2013  The White House announced it had conclusive evidence that Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime used chemical weapons against opposition forces.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  When it comes to budget savings the town of Cicero has come up with the winning formula.

Monday, June 10, 2013  The man responsible for leaking to the press information about sweeping U.S. surveillance programs has revealed his own identity.

Monday, June 03, 2013  The day before candidates can begin their petition drives, the Democratic primary in Syracuse is heating up. On Monday, Syracuse Councilor Pat Hogan announced he will run against Democrat incumbent Stephanie Miner for Mayor of Syracuse.

Friday, May 31, 2013  In unwanted way, ricin letters highlight New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's stature in gun-laws debate

Thursday, May 30, 2013  The Madison County Board of Supervisors has approved the land claim and gaming settlement with the Oneida Indian Nation, but with “great reluctance”.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  One of the letters containing traces of the poison ricin refer to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's gun control efforts

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  The Oneida County legislature approves the land claim deal between the state and Oneida Indian Nation with a final vote of 16 to 13.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Canadian tourists are responsible for 25% of the sales at Destiny USA but say that a border crossing fee could prevent them from coming into the U.S.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The Oneida Indian Nation has agreed to effectively end its decides-long land claim in Oneida and Madison counties in exchange for exclusive rights to operate a casino in Central New York.