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WHAT : READY will host its second annual Design Studio Showcase, themed “This Is Happening,” spotlighting the power of innovative learning environments and unveiling new school models designed to meet the needs of Rochester communities. The Showcase will also mark the Rochester introduction of Dominique Lee, founder and CEO of the BRICK Education Network, a nationally recognized leader in community-centered school transformation. Lee’s own journey began in the same role as cu

ROCHESTER, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello will kick off the 2025 County Executive Holiday Concert Series with a tree-lighting ceremony and performance by the Wheatland-Chili High School Concert Band at noon on December 2 at the Monroe County Office Building Atrium. “This building truly comes alive in December with beautiful lights, festive music, and holiday cheer,” said Monroe County Executive Adam Bello. “I welcome residents to attend the free lunchtime performance

Monroe County Legislator Rachel Barnhart is demanding the release of all county records related to Airbnb’s lobbying efforts as lawmakers prepare to vote on whether the county will opt out of New York’s new statewide short-term rental registry — a system designed to track Airbnb and other vacation rentals, standardize tax collection, and enforce safety and licensing rules across the state. Monroe County Legislator Rachel Barnhart The registry, approved by lawmakers earlier th

Shoppers across the United States are pouring into stores and scoured online retailers Friday as Black Friday 2025 kickes off, but early indicators show consumers are spending more cautiously than in previous years despite an aggressive push from retailers to offer deep discounts. According to retail analysts, this year’s Black Friday traffic is strong, but shoppers are prioritizing essential items, gifts, and modest electronics over large luxury purchases. Economic pressures

New York Attorney General Letitia James on Wednesday filed a federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from enforcing new guidance that could cut off food assistance for tens of thousands of lawful permanent residents. NY AG, Letitia James James, joined by a coalition of 21 attorneys general, is challenging an October 31 directive from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that she says unlawfully restricts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility for

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Kevin Burns, 45, of Rochester, NY, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, was sentenced to serve 54 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Meredith A. Vacca. Assistant U.S. Attorney Katelyn M. Hartford, who handled the case, stated that on November 5, 2024, the New York State Police executed a search warrant at the Burns’ residence in Irondequoit, because of a

Rochester, NY- On Tuesday, November 15, 2025, a Monroe County jury convicted 21-year-old Timothy Brooks of Murder in the 2nd Degree, Attempted Robbery in the 1st Degree, Attempted Robbery in the 2nd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree for killing James Jackson, Jr. on August 30, 2024. On August 30, 2024, at approximately 6:15PM, Rochester Police Officers arrived to Cuba Place in the City of Rochester for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officer

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Sheldon Marquis Adams, 26, of Rochester, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, which carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney Katelyn M. Hartford, who is handling the case, stated that between March and September 29, 2023, Adams conspired with others to obtain hundreds of checks that h

Early this morning, Officers were conducting a STRIVE (Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence) Detail attempting to locate a wanted suspect, 31-year old Omar Muhammad. Muhammad was being sought for his actions on November 2, 2025, in which he allegedly broke down the door of a former domestic partner’s house and proceeded to menace her with a handgun, steal property, and assault her. Just after 2am, this morning, Officers located and apprehended Muhammad l

Rochester, NY — The Greater Rochester Community of Churches (GRCC) Faith in Action Network and, in partnership with the City of Rochester, Monroe County, and numerous community, civic, and faith-based organizations, will host International Human Rights Week from December 5–14, 2025. The weeklong observance will celebrate the dignity and equality of all people and encourage collective action to advance human rights locally and globally. The 2025 celebration will open on Friday

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ROCHESTER, N.Y.  — State Sen. Jeremy Cooney delivered the 100,000th book distributed through the Rochester chapter of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library on Tuesday, using the milestone to announce $1 million in statewide funding for the early literacy program — and to launch an effort to secure $7 million next year. Sen. Jeremy Cooney (L) and RCSD Superintendent Eric J. Rosser visited a preschool class at Flower City School No. 54 to celebrate 100,000th book distributed throu