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Rochester, NY- On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, a Monroe County Jury convicted 43-year-old Soraya Rodriguez of Attempted Murder in the 2nd Degree, Assault in the 1st Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree for climbing through a window and shooting another woman on September 18, 2025. On September 18, 2025, Rochester Police Officers responded to a report of a woman shot inside a home on Finch Street in the City of Rochester. Upon arrival, the officers were

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

The Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide and deliver diesel fuel to RTS Monroe located at 1372 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14609. RTS utilizes a Supplier Portal for distribution of its solicitations, where Vendors can view documents and submit responses. The portal and relative guides can be found at: https://supplierportal.myrts.com/ The files for this Event will be available to view after 8:00 am on May 1,

On Saturday, May 2, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., Rochester Animal Services invites the Rochester community to find their forever friend for free. Approved adopters can adopt dogs for free from Rochester Animal Services as part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters” program, which works with organizations nationwide to reduce adoption fees and make pet adoption accessible to more families. Fifteen dogs are currently available for adoption at Rochester Animal Services,

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,

Neighborhoods, Jobs & Housing Committee Chair Michael A. Patterson will host two hearings on legislation pertaining to the sale of School No. 20, as well as other school properties that could be reimagined in the future, as Rochester City Council continues to consider new avenues for unused Rochester City School District buildings. “Since school buildings play a large role in City neighborhoods, I am encouraging City residents to play a larger role in Council’s decision-makin

Legendary Jazz Bassist Ron Carter Rochester, N.Y. — The Black Community Focus Fund (BCFF) is proud to present a special Juneteenth and Black Music Month celebration concert featuring legendary jazz bassist Ron Carter and his Foursight Quartet on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at The Hochstein School. This powerful community event will bring one of the most influential musicians in jazz history to Rochester for an unforgettable evening of music, culture, and inspiration. A

Rochester, NY - Rochester’s popular Food Truck Rodeo returns to the City of Rochester Public Market at 280 N. Union St. tomorrow, with plenty of food and featuring local band Big Lake. The Food Truck Rodeo series brings together dozens of Rochester’s favorite food trucks serving a wide variety of creative mobile eats, and pairs them with live, local sounds – come early for the food and stay late for the music. The Food Truck Rodeo happens from 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Wed

ROCKVILLE, Md. — The American Kidney Fund on Tuesday marked the third annual APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD) Awareness Day, an initiative aimed at increasing public understanding of a genetic form of kidney disease that disproportionately affects people of African ancestry. The awareness day, observed during National Minority Health Month, seeks to educate communities about AMKD, a rapidly progressing condition linked to variants of the APOL1 gene. Health advocates say t

Annual event honors workers killed and injured on the job; calls for stronger workplace protections This afternoon, the Rochester Labor Council will host its annual Workers Memorial Day observance to honor workers who have been killed, injured, or made ill on the job, and to renew the fight for safer working conditions. WHAT: Rochester Labor Council Annual Workers Memorial Day Ceremony WHO: Dan Maloney, President, Rochester Labor CouncilMonroe County Executive Adam BelloNew

Fairport, N.Y. – Following a pair of thorough investigations, Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, has charged Harold Larson of Rochester, N.Y. with aggravated cruelty to animals, a felony under New York State Agriculture and Markets law 353 and Douglas McPherson of Spencerport, N.Y. with Torturing and Injuring Animals, a misdemeanor under section 353 of New York State Agriculture and Markets law. On February 25, 2026, humane investigators were dispatched t

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