Information unfolds regarding an ICE raid at a factory based in Central New York (Morning Update for Central New York on September 7th)
In Central New York, a series of events have unfolded over the past few days.
Crime and Justice
A driver was charged in a crash where downed wires electrocuted an Upstate NY fire chief. Meanwhile, a man was stabbed in Syracuse, and a belt was used to stop the bleeding. A longtime DJ abruptly exited an Upstate NY radio station after a format change.
Immigration and Labor
Approximately 70 workers were detained during an immigration raid at a protein bar plant in Cato. These workers have been transferred to a Texas border detention center. Thousands of young immigrants in New York face deportation after Trump suddenly changed rules, with the raid leaving at least a dozen children returning from their first day of school to find one or both parents missing. The ICE raid action at the CNY factory, which sparked a labor protection dispute involving employees, was carried out by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency.
Sports
Syracuse wide receiver Justus Ross-Simmons caught the winning touchdown in overtime against Connecticut. Steve Angeli led Syracuse to a dramatic comeback win against UConn in overtime. Syracuse basketball legend Carmelo Anthony delivered an emotional, powerful speech at his Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Education
A school in New York changed its name to 'T-Birds,' but advocates are not satisfied. A Whitesboro cheerleader is featured in a photo from a high school football game. Daniel Henner, a former Liverpool schools superintendent, is accusing a board member of costing him a job opportunity.
Entertainment and Culture
A Syracuse author wins National Book Award, becoming the youngest winner in two decades. A video shows a ditch turning into a stream of fire when hand sanitizer leaked from a huge Upstate NY fire.
Weather
The weather forecast for the next 5 days is available. The high temperature for the day is 68 degrees, with a low of 49 degrees.
Sports Scores and School News
CNY high school news, schedules, scores are available. CNY anglers reeled in river monsters. A pizzeria in Syracuse won at a national chicken wing competition.
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