Haiti

Cholera spreads from Haiti to the Dominican Republic
By Stephanie Tardugno
November 17, 2010 - 10:46am
The Dominican Republic has confirmed it's first case of cholera, and the nation has issued a maximum health alert.

According to CNN, the cholera outbreak in Haiti has spread across the border to the Dominican Republic, which has confirmed it’s first case of the illness, its health ministry said.

The health ministry also said the nation has issued a maximum health alert.

The sickened man, Wilmo Louwes, went back to Haiti Oct. 31 to take money home, according to the El Nacional newspaper.

Cholera Outbreak in Haiti
By Richie Calabro
November 12, 2010 - 2:05pm
Experts say the trend is alarming.

Experts in Haiti are calling the recent outbreak and spread of cholera alarming according to CNN. The countries health care system is already in shambles from its massive earthquake in January.

Haiti braces for possible strike from Tomas
By Maddie Dockery
November 2, 2010 - 4:00pm
The people of Haiti are preparing for the possibility of a strike from Tropical Storm Tomas later this week.

After facing a devastating earthquake in January and currently battling a cholera outbreak, the people of Haiti are now preparing for a possible hurricane to hit them later this week. According to USA Today, Tropical Storm Tomas could hit Haita this week as a Category 2 hurricane. 

Cholera outbreak in Haiti could worsen
By Shelby Fenster
October 22, 2010 - 4:09pm
138 people dead in the last 48 hours

Health authorities say the cholera outbreak could worsen as more people come forward showing symptoms and seeking care.  The outbreak has killed 138 people and more than 1,500 people have become sick. 

Hospitals north of Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, are already overflowing with patients.  According to CNN, some people have waited more than 24 hours outside of the hospital to get help.  

Government plans to fine Toyota $16.4 million
By Katie Siefert
April 5, 2010 - 5:13pm
Plus, Syracuse needs volunteers and Butler announced Matt Howard is playing in NCAA Championship game.

The federal government  would like to fine Toyota $16.375 million because of the company's recent recalls. Toyota recalled over 2.3 million vehicles with a faulty accelerator pedals. The government plans on giving Toyota the largest civil fine allowed under the Tread Act after Toyota failed to notify the government when it learned vehicle problems were occurring worldwide. The fine, if imposed, would be the largest civil penalty the government has ever made on a car company. Toyota has two weeks to accept or fight this fine.

NCAA restrictions tighten in regional cities
By Alexandra Leogrande
March 23, 2010 - 1:20pm
Plus, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush visit Haiti to raise funds and a recap of Monday night's Dancing With the Stars season premiere.

The NCAA is in more control than it was in 2005, which was the last time Syracuse hosted the NCAA Division I men's basketball East Regionals. The NCAA is not allowing any major pep rallies or events in any of the hosting cities, unless given permission.

Wes Johnson is Big East player of the year, Jim Boeheim is coach of the year
By Erika Wachter
March 9, 2010 - 7:51pm
Plus, College students collect limbs for Haiti and Donovan McNabb and T.O team up again.

Syracuse University Basketball is racking up the Big East awards.

Wes Johnson was named 2009-2010 Big East Player of the Year and Jim Boeheim was selected as 2009-2010 Coach of the Year. The awards were announced at a press conference today at Madison Square Garden, the host site for the Big East Tournament.

Johnson, a junior transfer from Iowa, is the first transfer student to earn Big East Player of the Year honors. He is the fourth Syracuse player to earn the honor.

Onondaga County's second most wanted caught
By Samuel Taylor
February 17, 2010 - 8:28pm
Plus, the U.S. will launch an investigation into Toyota Corolla steering issues, and a Haiti judge has freed Americans who were charged with kidnapping.

A man who was number two on Onondaga County's Ten Most Wanted list turned himself in today, County Sheriff Kevin Walsh said.

Parawahsaman Deer, 24, was wanted for violation of his parole and was taken into custody just after 6 p.m. today without incident, according to CNYcentral.com.

Walsh said Deer made arrangements to turn himself in today after contacting his lawyer.

28 Days Later
By William O'Donnell
February 9, 2010 - 6:16pm
Plus, local police give first Syracuse ticket for texting while driving and Lil' Wayne uses his teeth to stay out of jail.

Four weeks after the earthquake that left a large portion of Haiti destroyed, diggers found a man still trapped under a pile of rubble. Evan Muncie, 28, was discovered by workers clearing out the pile of concrete and crooked metal over the market where Muncie sold rice today.

Doctors say the man was more of a victim to malnutrition and dehydration than injuries sustained during the actual quake. Mr. Muncie is still unsure who brought him water during his captivity. Doctors say he could not have survived without drinking.

Music and money for Haiti
By Nick Pray
January 30, 2010 - 2:02pm
Thirteen bands play a benefit concert at Funk 'N Waffles, helping to raise $1,000 for Haiti relief.

The Haiti Benefit Relief Concert brought students and music together Friday to raise money for the earthquake victims of Haiti. The concert was held at Funk ‘N Waffles, where 13 artists performed.