Syracuse commuters face major I-81 and I-690 ramp closures
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 · Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 9:50 PM · 1 min read
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)-- If you drive through Syracuse, you know the I-81 project has been changing the way you get around. And there are more changes on the way. Several roadways and ramps are closing — some permanently — while other lanes will be restricted. First up, the West Street on-ramp from North Franklin Street [...]