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Three members of Rochester City Council are calling for the city to prioritize affordable housing opportunities when determining the future of former Rochester City School District buildings, following a divided vote over the proposed sale of two vacant school properties. Rochester City Councilmembers Stanley Martin, Mary Lupien, and Chiara Smith Councilmembers Mary Lupien, Stanley Martin, and Chiara Smith issued a joint statement after Council approved the sale of former Sch

Plans by the Trump administration to move forward with the construction of ICE detention holding cells inside the downtown Rochester federal building are drawing strong opposition from local leaders, including Congressman Joe Morelle and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. The Trump administration plans to build holding cells inside The Kenneth B. Keating Federal Building, 100 State St, Rochester, NY 14614 According to a statement release

WXXI Public Media has announced a major change to its radio lineup, naming veteran journalist Mikhaela Singleton as the new local host of NPR’s Morning Edition on WXXI News. Mikhaela Singleton Singleton officially joins the station Monday, May 18, when she will co-host the morning program alongside longtime host Beth Adams during a transition week airing from 5 to 9 a.m. on WXXI News (FM 105.9) and WRUR-FM. Singleton is scheduled to assume full-time hosting duties on May 26.

The Rochester Police Accountability Board held the first in what officials say will be a series of public community meetings Wednesday evening as the agency attempts to rebuild public engagement and chart a path forward after court rulings significantly reduced its oversight powers. The meeting, held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park Lodge on the city’s east side, was hosted by PAB Vice Chair Lwan Tecleab, the East District City Council appointee. The event was prom

Political activity is beginning to intensify across Rochester and Monroe County as candidates prepare for what is expected to be a highly watched 2026 election cycle featuring congressional races, local legislative contests, statewide battles, and growing debate over public safety, housing, taxes, and economic development. (L to R) Congressman Joe Morelle is expected to face Democratic primary challengers Robin Wilt and Sherita Traywick in the 2026 race for New York’s 25th Co

Mayor Malik D. Evans Mayor Malik Evans has unveiled a proposed $680 million-plus city budget that is already fueling debate over taxes, public safety, neighborhood investment, and the future financial direction of Rochester. The proposed 2026-27 spending plan, presented last week, calls for Rochester’s first property tax levy increase in nearly five years as city officials grapple with rising pension costs, healthcare expenses, fuel prices, and slowing sales tax growth. Evans

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The pending closure of Durham School Services’ Rochester operations is raising new questions about the future of student transportation in the Rochester City School District, particularly for students with disabilities and families who rely on consistent daily transportation services. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing with the New York State Department of Labor, Durham School Services — operating locally as Monroe Sch

Former Rochester Mayor Lovely A. Warren is weighing in on Rochester’s renewed debate over red-light cameras, arguing the city’s own data does not support claims that the technology consistently improves public safety. Former Mayor Lovely Warren cancelled Rochester's Red Light Camera program in December, 2016 In a recently posted social media video, Warren criticized city officials for citing New York City statistics during recent public discussions instead of relying on Roche

Tensions surrounding the proposed 2026–27 budget for the Rochester City School District continue to grow, but the debate is far from one-sided. While protests and advocacy groups have raised concerns about cuts to student services, some observers and community voices say the plan also reflects necessary investments and long-term strategy. The district’s budget process has entered a critical phase, with public hearings, community feedback and internal revisions shaping what re

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As workers across the country prepare for May Day 2026, labor organizers and community advocates are calling renewed attention to economic inequality, racial disparities, and the role of Black workers in shaping the future of the labor movement—both nationally and in cities like Rochester. This year’s May Day observances come amid a broader national push branded as “Workers Over Billionaires,” a campaign that has galvanized unions, grassroots organizations,

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Community members gathered at Rochester City Hall to protest proposed budget cuts to student support services within the Rochester City School District ahead of a City Council budget hearing. Dozens of people gathered at City Hall Monday, April 27, 2026 to protest proposed RCSD budget cuts. (Photo by Alayna Delice, MRMG) Counselors and social workers support students beyond the classroom, speakers said. They described working with students dealing with serio

The first of seven trial dates has been scheduled in connection with the death of Sam Nordquist, as prosecutors move forward in a case that authorities say involves multiple defendants and serious criminal allegations. Sam Nordquist - FB photo According to court filings, the initial trial is expected to begin in the coming months, with six additional dates reserved to accommodate separate proceedings. The staggered schedule reflects the complexity of the case, including the n