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In a 6-3 vote, the Utica Common Council has decided to override the two percent property tax cap set in place. Among the tax cap's most outspoken supporters was Councilman Jerome McKinsey. He says he could not continue to put his constituents in harm's way...

Utica's Common Council voted to table last night's proposed two percent tax cap vote, 5 to 4.

If the deficit numbers coming from the Common Council are correct, Utica may be forced to make more difficult budgetary decisions.

The Adirondack Scenic Railroad is hoping to push forward, but is still looking for the City of Utica's support.

If the Common Council is right, Utica's projected deficit could be disastrous.

Rome, NY (WIBX) - After five years without a tax hike, the City of Rome might raise taxes.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - It is now illegal to possess or sell the synthetic drug known as bath salts within the city of Utica.

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - The Utica Common Council voted unanimously to begin listing vacant properties to keep tabs on empty homes and commercial buildings to prevent them from going into direpair and becoming eyesores.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - A demolition project started over the weekend has some local officials up in arms.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - The Fifth Plain Talk meeting on the Utica City budget will be held tonight from 6:00 to 7:30pm at Domenico's Cafe in Utica.