As 2026 begins, editors at The Daily Orange are reflecting on a busy year in Syracuse. Multiple protests, a historic November mayoral election and an ACC championship are among the many headlines that defined 2025. Throughout the year, D.O. photographers captured these moments. Swipe through to see some of the year in pictures, and click the link in our bio to see the full gallery. Photographs by @Ikewoood (1, 5, 6, 7, 11), @highbrid.skies.su (1), @solange.jain_photography (2, 4), @avemageephoto (3, 9, 10, 11), @lj.lenns (3, 4, 8, 9), @aham_flicks (10), @eli.schwartz.photo (11, 12), @jacobhalsema (11) and from the Daily Orange file (1, 5, 7, 8, 9). Design by @sophiaa.burke.