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Brighton’s Robin Wilt Faces Primary Challenge, Champions Diversity Amid Local Controversies

2 days ago4 min read

Brighton’s Robin Wilt Faces Primary Challenge, Champions Diversity Amid Local Controversies

Robin Wilt, Councilmember, Brighton, NY Brighton Town Board Member Robin Wilt is seeking re-election despite not receiving the...

Series of Deadly Crashes Sparks Debate Over Trump Administration's Aviation Policies

Tyronda James

2 days ago2 min read

Series of Deadly Crashes Sparks Debate Over Trump Administration's Aviation Policies

A Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Toronto crash-landed at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, flipping upside...

Voters of Tomorrow Urges Mayor Eric Adams to Resign Amid Corruption Allegations and Controversial Dealings

Dave McCleary

3 days ago3 min read

Voters of Tomorrow Urges Mayor Eric Adams to Resign Amid Corruption Allegations and Controversial Dealings

New York City Mayor Eric Adams Voters of Tomorrow, a prominent Gen Z-led voter outreach organization, has called for New York City Mayor...

Google Maps, BP, and the Media: How the ‘Gulf of America’ Renaming is Playing Out

Audra Kieta

Feb 122 min read

Google Maps, BP, and the Media: How the ‘Gulf of America’ Renaming is Playing Out

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14172, titled "Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness,"...

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Editorials

Dr. E. Faye Williams

2 days ago

Racists Want Love, But Not an End to Racism!

Dr. E. Faye Williams As I write this article, I would prefer to be writing about the love sign at the Super Bowl in New Orleans a few...

David W. Marshall

3 days ago

MAGA World is Being Played

David W. Marshall It was not very long ago that White parents would storm local public school board meetings demanding that schools ban...

George Payne

6 days ago

The Dark Path Ahead: Guantanamo Bay as a Migrant Detention Facility

For decades, Guantanamo Bay has been a symbol of injustice, human rights violations, and the U.S.'s willingness to circumvent...

Local News

Irondequoit Town Board Refers Supervisor Andrae Evans for Criminal Investigation

Dave McCleary

Feb 123 min read

Irondequoit Town Board Refers Supervisor Andrae Evans for Criminal Investigation

Andrae Evans IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. — The Irondequoit Town Board has referred Town Supervisor Andrae Evans to the Monroe County District...

Governor Hochul Expands SNUG Program with $20.7M Investment

Staff Report

Feb 112 min read

Governor Hochul Expands SNUG Program with $20.7M Investment

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a significant investment of $20.7 million to bolster the SNUG Street Outreach programs aimed at...

New Rochester Initiative Supports Mental Health of Crisis Responders

Tyronda James

Feb 102 min read

New Rochester Initiative Supports Mental Health of Crisis Responders

Dr. Melany J. Silas-Chandler ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A new sanctuary for frontline workers has opened in Rochester, offering a place of healing...

Irondequoit Town Supervisor Apologizes Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

Dave McCleary

Feb 72 min read

Irondequoit Town Supervisor Apologizes Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

Andrae Evans, Irondequoit Town Supervisor Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andrae Evans has issued a public apology following allegations of...

RBJ Announce 2025 Impact and Inclusion Award Recipients

Tyronda James

Feb 72 min read

RBJ Announce 2025 Impact and Inclusion Award Recipients

The Rochester Business Journal announced 18 honorees for their 2025 Impact and Inclusion Awards, recognizing business and community...

Editorials

Racists Want Love, But Not an End to Racism!

Dr. E. Faye Williams

2 days ago3 min read

Editorials

Racists Want Love, But Not an End to Racism!

Dr. E. Faye Williams As I write this article, I would prefer to be writing about the love sign at the Super Bowl in New Orleans a few...

David W. Marshall

3 days ago4 min read

Editorials

MAGA World is Being Played

David W. Marshall It was not very long ago that White parents would storm local public school board meetings demanding that schools ban...

The Dark Path Ahead: Guantanamo Bay as a Migrant Detention Facility

George Payne

6 days ago5 min read

Editorials

The Dark Path Ahead: Guantanamo Bay as a Migrant Detention Facility

For decades, Guantanamo Bay has been a symbol of injustice, human rights violations, and the U.S.'s willingness to circumvent...

Julianne Malveaux

Feb 113 min read

Editorials

The Government Against the People

Julianne Malveaux I can’t remember when I met Dr. Olivia Hooker, a Tulsa Massacre survivor, the first African American woman to serve in...

Features

Black Cinema Series

6 days ago2 min read

Black Cinema Series to Feature "Exhibiting Forgiveness" on Feb. 21

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Black Cinema Series will showcase the semi-autobiographical film Exhibiting Forgiveness at 7:30 p.m. on Friday,...

B.L.O.O.M ROC Pushing for Equity Amid National DEI Backlash –Hosting Black Tie Event

Rashad J. Smith

Jan 282 min read

B.L.O.O.M ROC Pushing for Equity Amid National DEI Backlash –Hosting Black Tie Event

B.L.O.O.M ROC Team Rochester, NY—As debates over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts dominate headlines, one local...

CooperVision Names Steven Robins as President, Americas

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Jan 272 min read

CooperVision Names Steven Robins as President, Americas

Steven Robins ROCHESTER, N.Y. – CooperVision has appointed Steven Robins as President, Americas, effective immediately. Robins, a...

Local Filmmaker Announces 'Rent A Ride' Will Stream on Tubi in March After Sold-Out Rochester Premiere

Rashad J. Smith

Jan 251 min read

Local Filmmaker Announces 'Rent A Ride' Will Stream on Tubi in March After Sold-Out Rochester Premiere

Rochester Filmmaker Christopher "Goodknews" Cardwell Rochester, NY — Rent A Ride , the unapologetic comedy spotlighting hustle culture...

ROC the Future Alliance Earns Systems Change Designation from StriveTogether

Staff Report

Jan 232 min read

ROC the Future Alliance Earns Systems Change Designation from StriveTogether

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Photo: From L to R: Front row: John Rodriguez, Nidia Benitez, Teara Davis, Sara White Smith, Ryan Lavoie, James Ross, Chakeva Miller....

From the Community

Rochester and Monroe County Seek Employers for Summer Internship Partnerships

Community Submission

2 days ago2 min read

From the Community

Rochester and Monroe County Seek Employers for Summer Internship Partnerships

(Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025) – The City of Rochester Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP) and the Monroe County Summer Youth Employment...

Community Submission

6 days ago1 min read

From the Community

Seneca Park Zoo Design Project Approved

Photos: Seneca Park Zoo ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Monroe County Legislature overwhelmingly approved a $6.7 million contract with...

ReShaping Rochester 2025 Program Series: Shaping Our Best City

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Feb 122 min read

From the Community

ReShaping Rochester 2025 Program Series: Shaping Our Best City

The 19th Annual ReShaping Rochester Program Series kicks off in February with an exciting lineup of in-person events at the Memorial Art...

City R-Centers to Operate During Daytime Hours for February School Recess

City of Rochester News Release

Feb 72 min read

From the Community

City R-Centers to Operate During Daytime Hours for February School Recess

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, that City of Rochester R-Centers will shift to daytime hours when schools are...

Goodwill of the Finger Lakes to Relocate Greece Store to Mall at Greece Ridge

Staff Report

Feb 41 min read

From the Community

Goodwill of the Finger Lakes to Relocate Greece Store to Mall at Greece Ridge

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Goodwill of the Finger Lakes will relocate its Greece thrift store from 3654 Dewey Ave. to The Mall at Greece Ridge on...

National/World News

President Trump's Proposal to Take Over Gaza Strip Faces Widespread Skepticism

Dave McCleary

Feb 52 min read

President Trump's Proposal to Take Over Gaza Strip Faces Widespread Skepticism

President Donald Trump WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's recent proposal for the United States to "take over" the Gaza Strip and...

NYS Cracking down on Impaired Driving Ahead of Super Bowl: Statewide Enforcement Runs Feb. 3-9

Staff Report

Feb 42 min read

NYS Cracking down on Impaired Driving Ahead of Super Bowl: Statewide Enforcement Runs Feb. 3-9

Photo: New York State Police ALBANY, N.Y. — Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a statewide crackdown on impaired driving in the lead-up...

Layoffs Impend as Trump orders Federal DEI workers to be put on Leave

Staff Report

Jan 223 min read

Layoffs Impend as Trump orders Federal DEI workers to be put on Leave

Donald Trump President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order placing all federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)...

Trump Moves to End Birthright Citizenship; NY Attorney General James Vows Legal Fight

Staff Report

Jan 202 min read

Trump Moves to End Birthright Citizenship; NY Attorney General James Vows Legal Fight

President Donald Trump signed a slate of executive orders on his first day in office, keeping campaign promises As part of his first...

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Expert reveals 7 tips to keep your child safe online

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Jan 272 min read

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Expert reveals 7 tips to keep your child safe online

Here is how you can protect your child in the cyber age Photo by Ali Pli on Unsplash The digital world plays a big role in children's...

Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

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Jan 173 min read

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Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

Online payment platform PayPal has become a prime target for scammers in recent years. With online sales bringing waves of online...

Ashley Curtis

Jan 83 min read

Contributing Blog-News

The Growing Demand for Surrogacy in the U.S. Amid Rising Fertility Challenges and Legal Considerations

Surrogacy has been steadily gaining traction in the United States as more individuals and couples look for alternative family-building...

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

Ashley Curtis

Feb 11, 20243 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...

Top Stories

Brighton’s Robin Wilt Faces Primary Challenge, Champions Diversity Amid Local Controversies

Series of Deadly Crashes Sparks Debate Over Trump Administration's Aviation Policies

Voters of Tomorrow Urges Mayor Eric Adams to Resign Amid Corruption Allegations and Controversial Dealings

Google Maps, BP, and the Media: How the ‘Gulf of America’ Renaming is Playing Out

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Editorials

Racists Want Love, But Not an End to Racism!

MAGA World is Being Played

The Dark Path Ahead: Guantanamo Bay as a Migrant Detention Facility

Local News

Irondequoit Town Board Refers Supervisor Andrae Evans for Criminal Investigation

Governor Hochul Expands SNUG Program with $20.7M Investment

New Rochester Initiative Supports Mental Health of Crisis Responders

Irondequoit Town Supervisor Apologizes Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

RBJ Announce 2025 Impact and Inclusion Award Recipients

Editorials

Racists Want Love, But Not an End to Racism!

MAGA World is Being Played

The Dark Path Ahead: Guantanamo Bay as a Migrant Detention Facility

The Government Against the People

Features

Black Cinema Series to Feature "Exhibiting Forgiveness" on Feb. 21

B.L.O.O.M ROC Pushing for Equity Amid National DEI Backlash –Hosting Black Tie Event

CooperVision Names Steven Robins as President, Americas

Local Filmmaker Announces 'Rent A Ride' Will Stream on Tubi in March After Sold-Out Rochester Premiere

ROC the Future Alliance Earns Systems Change Designation from StriveTogether

From the Community

Rochester and Monroe County Seek Employers for Summer Internship Partnerships

Seneca Park Zoo Design Project Approved

ReShaping Rochester 2025 Program Series: Shaping Our Best City

City R-Centers to Operate During Daytime Hours for February School Recess

Goodwill of the Finger Lakes to Relocate Greece Store to Mall at Greece Ridge

National/World News

President Trump's Proposal to Take Over Gaza Strip Faces Widespread Skepticism

NYS Cracking down on Impaired Driving Ahead of Super Bowl: Statewide Enforcement Runs Feb. 3-9

Layoffs Impend as Trump orders Federal DEI workers to be put on Leave

Trump Moves to End Birthright Citizenship; NY Attorney General James Vows Legal Fight

Contributing Blog/News

Expert reveals 7 tips to keep your child safe online

Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

The Growing Demand for Surrogacy in the U.S. Amid Rising Fertility Challenges and Legal Considerations

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

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