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Mayor Says Gun Violence in Rochester Lowest in Four Years

21 minutes ago2 min read

Mayor Says Gun Violence in Rochester Lowest in Four Years

Mayor Malik Evans said that since he declared a Gun Violence State of Emergency in January of 2022, gun crimes are continuing to fall. ...

Clean Slate Act Seals Millions of Criminal Records in New York

Dave McCleary

2 days ago2 min read

Clean Slate Act Seals Millions of Criminal Records in New York

A bill that will automatically seal criminal records for millions of New Yorkers under specific circumstances took effect Saturday. The...

Monroe County Legislature Makes Appointments to Public Health and MCWA Boards Amidst Some Controversy

Tyronda James

Nov 142 min read

Monroe County Legislature Makes Appointments to Public Health and MCWA Boards Amidst Some Controversy

Tuesday, the Monroe County Legislature confirmed a slate of appointments to key positions, including Dr. Marielena Vélez de Brown as...

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Gloria Winston: Rochester, NY community icon Gloria Winston, 79, passes away

Dave McCleary

Nov 123 min read

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Gloria Winston: Rochester, NY community icon Gloria Winston, 79, passes away

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Gloria Winston, a lifelong advocate for civil rights, a community organizer, writer and a powerful voice for the Rochester community,...

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Editorials

Dr. E. Faye Williams

9 hours ago

Too Many Still Protect White Privilege!

I know we’re charged with accepting the results of the November 5th election. President Joe Biden reminded us that it’s the American way....

George Payne

4 days ago

Wokeness as a Higher Consciousness

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One of the most frequent critiques leveled against the Democratic Party is that they have become “too woke.” Critics claim that the focus...

David W. Marshall

7 days ago

Navigating Through the Harsh Realities of White Supremacy

I’ve been told that I give the Black church too much credit. But when you look at how our ancestors navigated through the harsh realities...

Local News

City Launches Bank On Rochester to Improve Financial Access for City Residents

City of Rochester

7 days ago1 min read

City Launches Bank On Rochester to Improve Financial Access for City Residents

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced the launch of Bank On Rochester on Monday, Nov. 4, a city initiative aimed at expanding access to safe,...

2024 Election Highlights: Joe Morelle, Demond Meeks, Samra Brouk and Jeremy Cooney All Reelected

Dave McCleary

Nov 74 min read

2024 Election Highlights: Joe Morelle, Demond Meeks, Samra Brouk and Jeremy Cooney All Reelected

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for president of the United States came to a halt Tuesday as Donald Trump claimed a decisive...

Election Protection Hotline Will Be Open on Election Day and the Day After

Staff Report

Nov 42 min read

Election Protection Hotline Will Be Open on Election Day and the Day After

Voters experiencing problems or who have questions on election day can get immediate help. New York Attorney General Letitia James says...

Rochester Getting Help to Financially Support Residents Affected by Major Disasters

Staff Report

Oct 312 min read

Rochester Getting Help to Financially Support Residents Affected by Major Disasters

Rochester is getting help with its disaster and emergency response preparedness. The city was selected by the national nonprofit Cities...

Mayor Evans Marks Completion of Norton Village Park Playground Renovations.

City of Rochester

Oct 311 min read

Mayor Evans Marks Completion of Norton Village Park Playground Renovations.

Mayor Malik D. Evans marked the completion of a nearly year-long renovation at Norton Village Park playground with a ribbon-cutting...

Features

Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology

Nov 122 min read

Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology Welcomes Maya Crane as New Executive Director

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Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology is proud to announce the appointment of Maya L. Crane, MSL, as its new...

Dhimant Master Now Serves as City’s First Ever Chief Data Officer

City of Rochester

Oct 312 min read

Dhimant Master Now Serves as City’s First Ever Chief Data Officer

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that he has appointed Dhimant Master as the City’s Chief Data Officer, a new position that will to...

Local Latino Leaders Addressing Racist Statements Made at Trump Rally

Staff Report

Oct 302 min read

Local Latino Leaders Addressing Racist Statements Made at Trump Rally

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Members of Rochester Latino community are speaking out against racist statements made at a Trump Rally Sunday at Madison Square Garden. ...

Tom Golisano to be honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 Top 100 Awards Celebration

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

Oct 252 min read

Tom Golisano to be honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 Top 100 Awards Celebration

Greater Rochester Chamber will present B. Thomas Golisano with its Lifetime Achievement Award on Wednesday, November 6 as part of its...

Tito Jackson, Founding Member of The Jackson 5, Dies at 70

Staff Report

Sep 162 min read

Tito Jackson, Founding Member of The Jackson 5, Dies at 70

Tito Jackson, one of the original members of the legendary pop group The Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70. Jackson, born Toriano...

National/World News

Carl B. Mack

3 days ago3 min read

We Need Science - Not Conspiracy

For those of us concerned about the re-election of Donald Trump as the 47th POTUS, of which there are many, as the President-elect he has...

Donald Trump And Project 2025: Will The Future Of America Be A Return To The Ugly Past?

Marc H. Morial

Nov 143 min read

Donald Trump And Project 2025: Will The Future Of America Be A Return To The Ugly Past?

“With Trump in the White House, social conservatives can use executive action to try to ban abortion; MAGA nationalists can end most...

As Trump Beat Harris in Presidential Race, Shocked and Baffled Justice Leaders Ask What it Says About America

Hazel Trice-Edney

Nov 73 min read

As Trump Beat Harris in Presidential Race, Shocked and Baffled Justice Leaders Ask What it Says About America

Civil rights leaders, racial justice advocates of all genres, and Democratic operatives are returning to the drawing board this week as...

Editorials

Dr. E. Faye Williams

9 hours ago3 min read

Editorials

Too Many Still Protect White Privilege!

I know we’re charged with accepting the results of the November 5th election. President Joe Biden reminded us that it’s the American way....

George Payne

4 days ago6 min read

Editorials

Wokeness as a Higher Consciousness

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One of the most frequent critiques leveled against the Democratic Party is that they have become “too woke.” Critics claim that the focus...

Navigating Through the Harsh Realities of White Supremacy

David W. Marshall

7 days ago4 min read

Editorials

Navigating Through the Harsh Realities of White Supremacy

I’ve been told that I give the Black church too much credit. But when you look at how our ancestors navigated through the harsh realities...

Let’s Rally Together and Demand Action Regarding the Racist Text Messages Sent to our Children!

Howard Eagle

Nov 132 min read

Editorials

Let’s Rally Together and Demand Action Regarding the Racist Text Messages Sent to our Children!

So, apparently it has been confirmed that this modern-day-slavish-town is on the list of places targeted throughout some thoroughly...

From the Community

City Hall, Administrative Offices to Close Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 in Observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday

City of Rochester

2 days ago1 min read

From the Community

City Hall, Administrative Offices to Close Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 in Observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday

Refuse and Recycling Delayed by One Day (Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024) – Rochester City Hall , Neighborhood Service Centers ,...

Garth Fagan Dance

2 days ago2 min read

From the Community

Garth Fagan Dance Puts Rochester on the Global Map: Join Us December 6-8 For Our 2024 Home Showcase

“Drawing on the grounded strength of modern dance, the vivacity of Afro-Caribbean dance, and the meticulousness of ballet” (The New York...

Urban League of Rochester Seeks Businesses to Join Interrupt Racism Cohort

The Urban League of Rochester

3 days ago2 min read

From the Community

Urban League of Rochester Seeks Businesses to Join Interrupt Racism Cohort

The Urban League of Rochester is now accepting applications for its 2025 Interrupt Racism Cohort, set to begin on January 29, 2025. ...

YMCA of Greater Rochester

7 days ago2 min read

From the Community

MVP Health Care and YMCA of Greater Rochester Offers Free Swim Lessons for Local Youth

New partnership promotes water safety and healthy lifestyles for children in Rochester’s underserved communities MVP Health Care (MVP)...

New York residents will need a REAL ID to board an airplane starting May 2025

Transportation Security Administration - TSA

Nov 142 min read

From the Community

New York residents will need a REAL ID to board an airplane starting May 2025

Do you have a star or a flag on your New York driver’s license? If not, there’s still time to get your REAL ID-compliant driver’s license...

Contributing Blog/News

Should I Send My Child to a Rochester Private or Public School?

Ashley Curtis

Feb 113 min read

Contributing Blog-News

Should I Send My Child to a Rochester Private or Public School?

Rochester is undoubtedly a bustling hub of activity and excitement, making it an ideal location to raise a family. But, as your children...

What All Rochester Residents Need to Know Before Embarking on a Road Trip

Ashley Curtis

Dec 13, 20233 min read

Contributing Blog-News

What All Rochester Residents Need to Know Before Embarking on a Road Trip

As the temperatures drop in Rochester, NY, the urge to travel like a snowbird to a warmer climate increases. Just before a snowstorm,...

What All Rochester Vehicle Owners Need to Know About Auto Insurance

Ashley Curtis

Dec 11, 20233 min read

Contributing Blog-News

What All Rochester Vehicle Owners Need to Know About Auto Insurance

Rochester is a renowned global technology, science, research, and development hub. In terms of population, it's number three in New York...

What All Rochester Homeowners Need to Know About Water Damage

Ashley Curtis

Dec 6, 20233 min read

Contributing Blog-News

What All Rochester Homeowners Need to Know About Water Damage

If there are two words that no property owner ever wants to hear, these are probably water damage. This is one of the most serious issues...

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