Syracuse mayor says there's 'no status yet' on whether Columbus statue stays or goes
David Nunez
David Nunez
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
David, a graduate of SUNY Cortland, has spent over seven years covering local government and political issues for the Syracuse New Times. His investigative work has often spotlighted transparency and accountability in local governance, making him a vital voice in civic journalism.
More from David →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:19 PM · 1 min read
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Despite the unveiling of three proposals to redesign Columbus Circle without the statue of the controversial man himself, Syracuse Mayor Sharon Owens says no decision has been made about whether the monument will stay or go. "The status is there is no status yet," Owens told NewsChannel 9. "People want me [...]