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Democrat Amy Tresidder kicks off campaign challenging State Senator Patty Ritchie

Watertown/North

State Senator Patty Ritchie has been representing the 48th district since 2011 after ousting Democrat Darrel Aubertine, but now an Oswego County legislator is looking to turn that seat blue once again. Our Candace Hopkins has more on Amy Tresidder's campaign kick-off.

Democrat Amy Tresidder kicks off campaign challenging State Senator Patty Ritchie

Updated 9:13 PM

New marina opens in Ogdensburg

Ogdensburg

For about six years, boaters didn't have a place to fill their tanks in Ogdensburg. But that problem is resolved now that the new Hosmer's marina gas pump is open for service. Our Cara Thomas was in Ogdensburg and has more on Bill Hosmer's future plans for the marina.

Updated 5:15 PM

Progress made on footbridge revitalization project

Ogdensburg

Progress is being made in the revitalization of downtown Ogdensburg's riverfront footbridge.

Updated 9:37 PM

Senator Ritchie secures grant to combat Eurasian Milfoil on Black Lake

St. Lawrence County

As fishermen prepare to launch their boat into the cool waters of St. Lawrence County’s Black Lake, one thing they don’t want to deal with is Eurasian Milfoil.

Senator Ritchie secures grant to combat Eurasian Milfoil on Black Lake

9:51 PM

Energy servicer settles

New York

A Brooklyn based energy service company has agreed to pay refunds to 2,700 consumers who may have signed up for electricity and natural gas service expecting savings. YNN's Bill Carey says the Attorney General says aggressive sales tactics left many consumers confused and facing bills that did not go down, but went up.

Updated 5:13 PM

Protecting vulnerable New Yorkers

Governor Cuomo is calling for a new program to safeguard those he calls vulnerable New Yorkers. In 2011, there were more than 10,000 claims of abuse against those with special needs or disabled who are receiving services from state funded programs. The Justice Center, proposed by Cuomo would set new standards for care and put in place a mechanism to discipline those who violate the new rules. YNN's Bill Carey says the Governor took to the road in Syracuse to press for quick legislative approval.

05/16/2012 03:54 PM

Laurie Fine announces defamation lawsuit against ESPN

Six months after ESPN broke the story about sex abuse allegations against SU assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, the network is now facing the possibility that they will have to defend their reporting in court. Today, Fine's wife, Laurie, announced she is suing ESPN and two employees over their coverage. Our Erin Clarke reports.

Updated 05/16/2012 02:57 PM

Sixth annual mental health walk held in Lewis County

Lewis County community members walked together Wednesday, raising awareness for mental health.

05/16/2012 08:31 PM

Man charged with arson in Watertown apartment fire

The man charged with setting a Watertown apartment building on fire Tuesday morning was in court Wednesday. Joshua Metzler, 25, turned himself into police late Tuesday.

05/16/2012 01:46 PM

Eric Smith denied parole

Convicted child killer Eric Smith will spend at least two more years in prison. A state parole board denied Smith's appeal for parole this week.

05/16/2012 03:02 PM

Volkssport Association walks Sackets Harbor

A lot of people enjoy walking around the Village of Sackets Harbor, but a special group arrived Wednesday just to be able to take this walk.

05/16/2012 04:12 PM

Woman’s death ruled accidental

Watertown Police have closed the investigation into the death of a woman who fell from a moving vehicle last month.

Updated 05/16/2012 03:29 PM

Man turns himself in for setting apartment fire

Watertown

A man has turned himself in for setting the fire that destroyed an apartment building in Watertown.

Man turns himself in for setting apartment fire

Updated 05/15/2012 11:04 PM

Fort Drum opens Warrior Transition Battalion Complex

Earlier this year, the Department of Defense Inspector General released a report that outlined a number of problems with Wounded Warrior care on Fort Drum. But since the investigation, Drum says it has corrected just about all of the issues and is working to make sure they don't happen again. As Brian Dwyer reports, a big part of the improvement process was unveiled Monday.

Updated 05/14/2012 06:44 PM

Soldiers can continue education, thanks to SUNY Empire State College

Education is an important part of the military experience for many Fort Drum soldiers. Many take college courses during or after their service.

Updated 05/14/2012 05:03 PM

Special Olympians let loose with track and field event

Running, jumping, hitting, dancing and having a good time. That was the scene as Special Olympians from 12 districts and Onondaga and Oswego counties got together for a track and field event at Cicero North-Syracuse High School Thursday. Our Kat De Maria takes us there.

Updated 6:11 PM

UHS nurse and volunteer retires after 76 years

Employees at UHS Binghamton General Hospital gathered to say goodbye to a long-time nurse and volunteer. Mary Lindsey, 95, is retiring after 76 years at the hospital. Our Melissa Kakareka has her story.

Updated 6:30 PM

Fallen officers and firefighters honored

A ceremony in Syracuse honored the fallen members of the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office and area fire departments. The list includes dozens of names. YNN photographer Corey Pomeroy captured the ceremony that paid tribute to those who gave so much to the community.

9:55 PM

ESPN releases full Laurie Fine-Bobby Davis phone conversation

ESPN has released the full recording of a phone conversation between Laurie Fine and her husband's accuser, Bobby Davis.

Updated 4:45 PM

High school girls lacrosse brackets released

Brackets for the girls high school lacrosse Class A, B and C tournaments have been released.

Le Moyne women fall in D-II semis

The Le Moyne women's lacrosse team jumped out to an early 4-1 lead but C.W. Post jumped back with an 8-0 run en route to a 15-10 win in the NCAA Division II semifinals Thursday.

Desko looking forward to next season

Despite having his team's season end earlier than usual for the third-straight year, Syracuse men's lacrosse head coach John Desko believes the experience gained by his mostly-young squad will pay dividends next year.

NY primary date could change

Lawmakers could make a change to this year's political calendar in order to avoid holding a primary on one of the most sensitive dates of the year. Our Nick Reisman explains.

9:00 PM

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.