Utica NY News

Explore Utica’s history at the Proctor Memorial Building open house.

A food delivery in Upstate, NY turned violent when a man allegedly threatened a driver with a hatchet.

NY State Police issued over 10,000 tickets during the July 4th STOP-DWI enforcement campaign.

The DEC’s Snapshot NY program turns your trail cam photos into real wildlife data. Here’s how you can join the statewide effort, no science degree required.

UFO sightings in New York are on the rise, 66 mysterious objects have been spotted across the state so far in 2025, according to NUFORC.

A fatal shooting on July 4th in Utica spiraled into violent confrontations with police, leaving one dead, an officer injured, and multiple arrests made.

Don’t miss Utica’s 9-day celebration of art, music, and community. The Munson Arts Festival returns with gallery exhibitions, vintage cars, live music, and more.

Get all the details on Utica’s Polar Express: 2025 ride times, ticket prices, new updates, and why you should book now.

Ever wonder how fireworks get their colors? Discover the minerals that create the reds, blues, and greens in your favorite July 4th displays—plus how they're used beyond the big boom.

A Central New York city's popular snowplow naming contest returns... during a heatwave!

Expect DWI checkpoints & extra patrols July 4th week.

Whitesboro grad Joseph Rucco just became the World’s Toughest Mudder, conquering a grueling 24-hour obstacle race in the UK. Here's how he did it.