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PRX Remix is heard on our second stream (heard online and with the WRVO app) and features short pieces from the Public Radio Exchange (PRX). This includes found tape or interviews, music reviews and short stories. It's been called the 'best of public radio on shuffle.'

Our third stream brings you international news from the BBC 24 hours a day. Listen online or with the WRVO app anytime to catch u

p on the news overseas. All three WRVO streams are available online, or on a mobile device. The WRVO App is free and available for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. Find it in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Dr. Stephen Thomas discusses new COVID vaccine recommendations and viral evolution on this week's "HealthLink on Air." D...
09/08/2025

Dr. Stephen Thomas discusses new COVID vaccine recommendations and viral evolution on this week's "HealthLink on Air." Dr. Jana Shaw addresses childhood vaccination questions amid differing guidance from medical groups and the CDC.

Infectious disease specialist, Dr. Stephen Thomas, explains how to determine whether you need a COVID vaccination. Pediatric infectious disease specialist, Dr. Jana Shaw, tells where parents can get reliable information about vaccinations for their children. And Dr. Sharon Brangman, who specializes....

While vaccine refusal rises nationally, New York hasn't seen the same dramatic increase. Local pediatricians say some pa...
09/05/2025

While vaccine refusal rises nationally, New York hasn't seen the same dramatic increase. Local pediatricians say some parents aren't skeptical, they just need more information.

In New York, all children who go to public or private schools must be vaccinated, unless they have a valid medical exemption.

Syracuse launches school zone speed and red-light cameras this week with a 60-day warning period before $50 fines begin....
09/04/2025

Syracuse launches school zone speed and red-light cameras this week with a 60-day warning period before $50 fines begin. Mayor Walsh says the program prioritizes student safety, not revenue generation.

Cameras near schools in the Syracuse City School District will catch people speeding or running red lights in school zones.

Onondaga County is partnering with Upstate Medical University to track West Nile and EEE by testing dead birds residents...
09/04/2025

Onondaga County is partnering with Upstate Medical University to track West Nile and EEE by testing dead birds residents bring to the health department. With 3 human West Nile cases this summer, birds provide early warning.

Three Onondaga County residents have tested positive for West Nile Virus this summer.

After 50 years, Central Tech High School in downtown Syracuse reopens as New York's first regional STEAM school. The ren...
09/03/2025

After 50 years, Central Tech High School in downtown Syracuse reopens as New York's first regional STEAM school. The renovated facility serves 250 freshmen from across Onondaga County, offering specialized pathways in robotics, construction, arts, and the popular animation and game design program.

Nearly 300 students from across Onondaga County will attend the school that focuses on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

The 2025 New York State Fair drew 925,989 visitors despite rainy weather. Director Julie LaFave highlights the new emerg...
09/02/2025

The 2025 New York State Fair drew 925,989 visitors despite rainy weather. Director Julie LaFave highlights the new emergency alert system and growing interest from out-of-state vendors.

925,989 people walked through the gates during the 13-day run of the 2025 New York State Fair in Syracuse.

The Pan African Village at The Great New York State Fair now honors the late civil rights leader Van Robinson. What star...
08/29/2025

The Pan African Village at The Great New York State Fair now honors the late civil rights leader Van Robinson. What started as a small tent 32 years ago has grown into a vibrant destination celebrating African American culture.

The Pan African Village was created in 1993 to celebrate African and Caribbean culture.

From North Country Public Radio: Climate change is driving more extreme storms along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence R...
08/28/2025

From North Country Public Radio: Climate change is driving more extreme storms along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River, causing unprecedented shoreline erosion. Communities are investing in resilience projects to protect against future flooding.

How climate change is driving shoreline erosion on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River New York Public News Network | By Catherine Wheeler Published August 26, 2025 at 7:44 PM EDT Facebook Flipboard LinkedIn Email Catherine Wheeler / NCPR After flooding in 2019, the Fort la Presentation Associ...

Upstate Medical University's mobile mammography van brought free breast cancer screenings to the NYS Fair as part of a W...
08/28/2025

Upstate Medical University's mobile mammography van brought free breast cancer screenings to the NYS Fair as part of a Women's Day health fair. Early detection saves lives—the van will continue offering screenings throughout CNY.

The hospital hosted a mobile mammography van as part of Women's Day at the New York State Fair.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul told President Trump the National Guard isn't needed in NYC, citing falling crime rates and recent ...
08/27/2025

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul told President Trump the National Guard isn't needed in NYC, citing falling crime rates and recent criminal justice reforms. "Our policies are working," she said after their August 23 call.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she told President Donald Trump there was no need for him to deploy the National Guard to New York City.

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announced he will step down next June after 11 years leading the institution...
08/27/2025

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud announced he will step down next June after 11 years leading the institution. Students express mixed reactions—some praising his commitment to finish the academic year, others welcoming fresh leadership with "youthful energy" and deeper community ties.

Syracuse University Chancellor and President Kent Syverud announced he is stepping down at the end of the school year, surprising many students who had just returned to campus.

Onondaga County school buses are getting cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. Six districts will s...
08/26/2025

Onondaga County school buses are getting cameras to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses. Six districts will start with 500 buses equipped with the technology, issuing $250 fines to violators.

500 buses in six Onondaga County school districts will be outfitted with the new cameras, which can identify vehicles that pass a stopped school bus.

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WRVO is an award-winning news and information public radio station operating in central and northern New York. Along with content from NPR and other producers, we also air regional news coverage and other programming created in-house.

In addition to local news and programming, WRVO operates two additional streams. PRX Remix is heard on our second stream (heard online and with the WRVO app) and features short pieces from the Public Radio Exchange (PRX). This includes found tape or interviews, music reviews and short stories. It's been called the 'best of public radio on shuffle.' Our third stream brings you international news from the BBC 24 hours a day. Listen online or with the WRVO app anytime to catch up on the news overseas. All three WRVO streams are available online, or on a mobile device. The WRVO App is free and available for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. Find it in the Apple Store or Google Play.