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Cold with flurries and snow showers today. Highs only in the 30s. Heavier lake snow for some tonight/tomorrow morning.

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Around New York

1. Who could replace Elise Stefanik in NY-21?

Several people are campaigning for the seat or exploring the possibility, as others who made a short list this past winter for a special election that never happened have decided not to run. President Donald Trump in March pulled Stefanik’s nomination to serve as his ambassador to the United Nations to keep Republicans’ slim House majority.

2. SU men’s basketball transfers adding juice to Orange early in season

Two of the new student athletes are making their mark early and giving fans hope.

3. Army veteran helped pave the way for women to serve in combat roles

It wasn’t until 2013 when the nation lifted the combat restrictions on women, and they’ve overcome obstacles and stereotypes since.

Around the Nation

1. Trump administration demands states ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts as states warn of ‘catastrophic impact’

2. Senate takes first step toward ending government shutdown

3. U.S. airlines’ daily cancellations exceed 2,700 as shutdown impact extends

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