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Today at 6:43 PM  State troopers have arrested demonstrators urging Senate votes on several bills who blocked the office door of a legislative leader at New York's Capitol.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Syracuse University concluded its spring study abroad program in Istanbul early as unrest and protests continue in the region.

Saturday, May 25, 2013  Thousands of people in more than 40 countries protested today against the agribusiness corporation Monsanto, including some in Syracuse. This is all part of the "March Against Monsanto."

Thursday, May 23, 2013  President Barack Obama says his administration informs Congress about every drone strike America orders.

Sunday, April 28, 2013  A group of nearly 300 protesters gathered at Hancock National Guard Base on East Molloy Road April 28 and raised their signs and voices against military drone attacks overseas.

Monday, April 22, 2013  Federal officials say they're delaying a policy that would allow passengers to carry small knives, bats and other sports equipment onto airliners.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Members of the Local 280 lined the perimeter of the building where Mayor Stephanie Miner delivered her state of the city address to protest the potential closing of fire station #7 on University Hill.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  A group of more than 500 protesters, including at least 80 from Central New York, will rally against hydrofracking outside Governor Cuomo's State of the State Address in Albany.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  A group of Onondaga who were roughed up by state police during a '97 protest have rejected a settlement with the state.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  A massive reconstruction project has stirred a controversy in the city of Rome.

Tuesday, October 09, 2012  For the first time in its history, the United States does not have a Protestant majority, according to a new study.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012  Protesters camped out right outside of the Democratic National Convention

Friday, August 31, 2012  The Republican National Convention has come to a close and most protesters say their message has been spread.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Ron Paul supporters are making their presence known at the Republican National Convention in Tampa.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012  Thousands of protesters are in Tampa at the Republican National Convention.