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Trump Admin Seeking Access to Minnesota Voter Rolls Amidst ICE Dispute
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (241+ words) As tensions escalate over a massive federal immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota that has included the fatal shooting of a resident by a Border Patrol agent, the Trump administration is demanding access to the state's voter registration database " drawing sharp…...
Raul Lazcano Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for the Homicide of Jose Hernandez
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (372+ words) Rochester, NY- On Thursday, January 22, 2026, New York State Supreme Court Justice Vincent Dinolfo sentenced 73-year-old Raul Lazcano to 25 years to Life in the New York State Department of Corrections. The defendant was previously convicted by a jury of Murder in…...
RTS Access Trench Drain Replacement: Event 480
6+ day, 22+ hour ago (215+ words) Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) on behalf of its subsidiary is seeking a qualified Vendor to replace a trench drain at the east most service bay within RTS Access service garage facility located at 588 Trabold Road, Rochester, New York…...
Mayor and County Executive Honor Local Officers on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
2+ week, 2+ day ago (261+ words) Rochester Mayor Malik D. Evans'and County Executive Adam J. Bello'recognized the service of local law enforcement officers Friday during a private ceremony marking National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The event, held at the Public Safety Building, brought together leaders and officers from…...
ASSEMBLYMEMBER JEN LUNSFORD HOSTS FIFTH ANNUAL BOXING DAY TOY DRIVE
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (163+ words) East Rochester, NY " Assemblymember Jen Lunsford is proud to announce the launch of her Fifth Annual Boxing Day Toy Drive, continuing a growing holiday tradition that brings new life to gently used toys while supporting local families and community organizations....
Hochul Signs $600M RCSD Modernization Bill, Paving Way for Major School Upgrades
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (557+ words) Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation authorizing an additional $125 million for Phase III of the Rochester City School District's long-delayed modernization program, state lawmakers announced Monday. The measure (S7157B/A7385), sponsored by Sen. Jeremy Cooney and Assemblymember Harry Bronson, raises the total…...
Jose Acevedo Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in the 1st Degree for Causing the Death of Sean Semprie
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (239+ words) Rochester, NY- On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 34-year-old Jose Acevedo pled guilty to Manslaughter in the 1st Degree for causing the death of Sean Semprie. On November 13, 2021, Rochester Police Officers responded to the Black Bear Pub on West Ridge Road in the City…...
Apply Now for Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival Media Credentials
6+ mon, 4+ day ago (992+ words) August 810 at Camp Eastman in Irondequoit Media credential applications are now open for the 2nd annual'Hoochenanny Whiskey & Music Festival, taking place August 8 through 10 at Camp Eastman in Irondequoit, NY. Hoochenanny is a high-spirited celebration of music and American craft spirits, featuring…...
Summer Reading Kicks Off and Library Teen Sticker Contest Winners Announced
7+ mon, 20+ hour ago (302+ words) (Wednesday, June 25, 2025)" Mayor Malik D. Evans was joined by Library Director Emily Clasper at the Central Library's Teen Center today to kick off summer reading and announce the winners of the Rochester Public Library Teen Sticker Contest. In addition, the libraries…...
Black Business Spotlight: Whitmore International Barbershop
11+ mon, 4+ day ago (247+ words) Whitmore International Barbershop, located at 213 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607, proudly sits at the corner of Monroe Avenue and S. Union St. Our esteemed team consists of Jessie, Mel, and me, Whitmore. Each of us is a master of our craft, and…...