Community
CNY Inspirations: Before the snow comes, try something small
By Leila Ahmed
Medicaid work requirements to hit nearly 2 million NYers and 35,000 in Onondaga County
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM · 1 min read
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Roughly 35,000 people in Onondaga County -- and nearly 2 million in New York State -- are expected to face work requirements next year to stay on Medicaid under new federal rules, according to state projections.
Up nextCNY Inspirations: Before the snow comes, try something smallCommunity · 1 min read
More Community stories
Community
Onondaga County had 56 contested races in Tuesday’s election. Republicans won just 8
By Leila Ahmed
Community
Today’s horoscope: Gemini - Go with the flow, adopting changes that come your way (Nov. 5, 2026)
By Leila Ahmed
Community
Country music star’s raw revelation on road to recovery: ‘I was molested as a child’
By Leila Ahmed