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Friday, May 17, 2013  When most people think about weather in Central New York, the first thing that comes to mind is lake-effect snow. We'll soon get a glimpse into how the storms work from the inside out.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Honeywell provides CNYCentral with an exclusive update on the Onondaga Lake clean-up project.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The Camillus Clean Air Coalition asked a federal judge to stop Honeywell from dumping sediment dredged from Onondaga Lake at Wastebed 13 in Camillus. Arguments in the case were heard in federal court in Syracuse on Friday morning.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The Army says the coordinator of a sexual assault prevention program at Fort Hood, Texas, is under investigation for "abusive sexual contact" and other alleged misconduct. He has been suspended from all duties.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Researchers are set to launch a pair of robot submarines to check the health of Lake Ontario.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Gun owners have until Wednesday to file an exemption if they want to keep their information private.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  A Romulus man accused of killing his son to collect insurance money is now facing additional charges.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  A number of streets will be closed Tuesday evening in the Syracuse Inner Harbor area for the First Annual Joe LaGuardia 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Amyloidosis Foundation.

Monday, May 13, 2013  'Ten Tons of Love' is collecting 40 tons from dorms this year

Monday, May 13, 2013  A federal judge has approved a $40 million class-action settlement between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.

Monday, May 13, 2013  New York state's attorney general is asking smartphone makers to do more to protect consumers from violent street crimes known as "Apple picking," or cell phone thefts.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Graduation day is an emotional one for students filled with smiles, happiness and relief. Thousands of students from both Syracuse University and SUNY ESF received their degrees today in a dual ceremony.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Syracuse Marine Parents offer two monthly group meetins for Central NY

Saturday, May 11, 2013  On Friday night, a crate with 9 puppies and their mother was discovered on the side of Route 17 in Bernhards Bay in Oswego County. These baby pit bulls were only days old and severely malnourished.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Auburn Police received a call to 14 Frances Street Wednesday Morning. Jessica Gentile, 25, was unresponsive when first responders arrived on the scene.