Ken Jackson

Say Yes to Education: Building Resiliency in Syracuse City High School Students

Ken Jackson September 19, 2021

An Interview with Say Yes to Education Executive Director, Ahmeed Turner The 2020 graduation rate of Black, Latino and Asian students in the Syracuse City School District (SCSD) met or exceeded that of White students 63% of the Syracuse City School District Class of 2020 attended college after graduation. Say Yes to Education is an idea planted in 2008 with funding goals achieved by 2016. Dozens of companies, foundations and individuals donated funds and time

Reported Chaos at Henninger High School as Fights and Rumors Disrupt the First Few Days of School

Ken Jackson September 16, 2021

Reports of sporadic fighting and clashes between students and Police and student fighting with each other. Parents alerted by social media descended on Henninger High School to check on their children. According to several parents who do not want to be identified, said they were “reportedly” told by school officials, “There’s nothing of concern going on at Henninger” This was a direct contradiction to what was being reported via the internet. Last evening the Syracuse

NYS Office of Mental Health Announces Funding to Create 10 New Youth Assertive Community Treatment Teams Across the State

Ken Jackson September 8, 2021

Teams will focus on youth age 10 to 21 transitioning from, or at-risk of entering, inpatient care The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) has issued a Request For Proposals to award $9.4 Million in funding to expand Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams throughout New York State. Youth ACT teams serve children ages 10 to 21 and their families, wrapping around services and supports in the home and community settings. Children and

CNYRTA/Centro Announcement of Vacant Position Marketing and Travel Training Coordinator (Syracuse)

Ken Jackson August 25, 2021

This position is responsible for increasing public awareness and promoting authority services to the public via communication, marketing, design, and social media channels and providing travel training for individuals with disabilities and other community members. CNYRTA/Centro Announcement of Vacant Position Marketing and Travel Training Coordinator (Syracuse) DEPARTMENT: Marketing, Central New York Regional Transportation Authority SALARY RANGE: Grade 4 – 40,110 to 49,127 Note: Starting salary is determined by evaluation of experience and qualifications for the

Mary Nelson Pours Tea All Over Local Elected Black Leaders

Ken Jackson August 23, 2021

On the heels of the 20th annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway Mary Nelson took to Social Media to deliver a message, first of all she thanked Mayor Ben Walsh, Assemblyperson Pamela Hunter, 100 Black Men and then chastised those local leaders that didn’t appear to show support. The shocker is Mary Nelson of The Mary Nelson Youth Center displayed her angst on Facebook Live, perhaps it was the overwhelming support from elected leaders of the region.

Jackie Warren-Moore: Losing A Local Cultural Icon

Ken Jackson August 23, 2021

Jackie Warren-Moore, a poet, playwright, theatrical director and freelance writer, died August 20, 2021. You can’t pin just one label on her work, because she did so many things. Warren-Moore was a Syracuse African-American cultural icon who with her work inspired many through her poetry, plays and activism. Jackie also was a contributing writer to the (then) Syracuse Newspapers, giving local voice to some of our pressing issues. As a playwright she was able to

Plumbers & Steamfitters Recruit Apprentices

Ken Jackson August 16, 2021

Syracuse, NY (August 16, 2021) – The Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee for Plumbers & Steamfitters, Local Union #267, will conduct a recruitment from August 16, 2021 through August 15, 2022 for five (5) to 10 Plumber and Steamfitter apprentices, and five (5) to 10 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Mechanic apprentices, the New York State Department of Labor announced today. Please note that the five (5) to 10 openings listed for Plumber and Steamfitter

Police Office Brandon Hanks Files Federal Lawsuit Against Syracuse Deputy Chief Who Admits Calling Blacks “N—–Rs” Women “B—–S” And Hispanics “Sp—-S” For Blocking Promotion

Ken Jackson August 16, 2021

In a statement released on Saturday August 14th 2021, “The Ryder Law Firm and The Law Offices of Bonner & Bonner are currently suing the Syracuse Police Department, Chief Buckner and the command staff and other Police Officers, for $33 Million Dollars, plus punitive damages for irreparable injuries to Officer Hanks’ career, reputation and self-image. Officer Hanks spoke first, “they made a lot of mistakes in that investigation. I’m surprised that the mayor isn’t out

Governor Cuomo Provides August 16, 2021 Update to New Yorkers on State’s Progress During Covid-19 Pandemic

Ken Jackson August 16, 2021

41,823 Vaccine Doses Administered Over Last 24 Hours 18 COVID-19 Deaths Statewide Yesterday Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today updated New Yorkers on the state’s progress combatting COVID-19. “COVID-19 continues to pose a threat to New Yorkers across the state, and getting shots in arms is the only way to defeat this pandemic for good and move into the future,” Governor Cuomo said. “Millions of New Yorkers who’ve taken the vaccine are a testament to its safety and efficacy, and if you

The Interview: Khalid Bey-The Man Who Could Be Mayor

Ken Jackson August 16, 2021

“I don’t think enough is being done to keep people are safe in their neighborhoods or in their homes.” “Walsh Black Appointees are showpieces” Khalid Bey was born in Syracuse, New York in January of 1971. Graduating from Corcoran Senior High; he attended Virginia State University in Petersburg, Virginia as a Social Work Major, and studied Psychology at Empire State College in Saratoga Springs, New York. As stated in his bio; Over the last 15

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Say Yes to Education: Building Resiliency in Syracuse City High School Students

Reported Chaos at Henninger High School as Fights and Rumors Disrupt the First Few Days of School

NYS Office of Mental Health Announces Funding to Create 10 New Youth Assertive Community Treatment Teams Across the State

CNYRTA/Centro Announcement of Vacant Position Marketing and Travel Training Coordinator (Syracuse)

Mary Nelson Pours Tea All Over Local Elected Black Leaders

Jackie Warren-Moore: Losing A Local Cultural Icon

Plumbers & Steamfitters Recruit Apprentices

Police Office Brandon Hanks Files Federal Lawsuit Against Syracuse Deputy Chief Who Admits Calling Blacks “N—–Rs” Women “B—–S” And Hispanics “Sp—-S” For Blocking Promotion

Governor Cuomo Provides August 16, 2021 Update to New Yorkers on State’s Progress During Covid-19 Pandemic

The Interview: Khalid Bey-The Man Who Could Be Mayor