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The University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music expands its discography with the release of IN PLAIN SIGHT: The Black Anthology on Lexicon Classics. Featuring outstanding young students from all studios of Eastman’s Voice, Opera, and Vocal Coaching department, together with three stars of the school’s distinguished faculty – Grammy nominee Joshua Conyers, BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Nicole Cabell, and Marian Anderson Competition winner Kiera Duffy – the new double a

A social media statement by Monroe County Legislator and Rochester City Council candidate Rachel Barnhart following this past weekend's deadly violence generated hundreds of reactions, revealing sharp divisions over what is driving the city's recurring outbreaks of violence—and how leaders should respond. Despite the ban on large crowds issued by Mayor Malik Evans, crowds gathered this weekend post the annual Puerto Rican Festival, leaving two dead and several injured. The vi

Rochester, NY - On August 1, around 8:30pm, an Officer working a traffic post outside of the Puerto Rican Festival observed 37- year old Kevin Giordano park his motorcycle illegally in front of 290 E. Main Street. During the ensuing conversation, Giordano became agitated and made a comment about hitting the Officer. He then started the bike and drove forward, over an Officer’s foot and into his leg, knocking him over. Giordano was removed from the bike and safely taken into c

Rochester, NY - On July 4, around 11:40pm, Officers responded to the area of Texas Street and Child Street for the report of a person shot. Officers located a male in his 20s suffering from multiple, life threatening, gunshot wounds to the lower body. He was transported to Strong Hospital and rushed into surgery, where medical staff successfully treated him, upgrading his status to non-life threatening. The preliminary investigation found that during a large gathering for the

Rochester, NY - At approximately 4:30 a.m. this morning, a resident in the 300 block of Avery Street called 911 after hearing gunshots coming from a nearby home. Shortly thereafter, Monroe County 911 received a second call from a homeowner, who reported that he had shot an individual who had broken into his residence. Officers responded to the scene, where they were met by the homeowner. Upon entering the residence, officers located the intruder in the kitchen. He was pronoun

Rochester, NY - On August 2, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a group of approximately 100 people was gathered on Clifford Avenue, just east of North Street, blocking traffic and congregating in the parking lot of the gas station. At that time, an occupant of one of the vehicles stopped in traffic leaned out of the passenger-side window and opened fire on the crowd. A total of six people were struck by gunfire. Thirty-five-year-old Shakara Green was on the sidewalk when she

Rochester, NY -( 8/1/26 ) The female murdered last night at 1155 N. Clinton Ave. is identified as 14-year-old Zahnia Barr, City of Rochester resident. It appears at this time Zahnia was not the intended target of the shooting. There are currently no suspects in custody. The Major Crimes Homicide Unit is conducting the investigation and is asking anybody with information or video to call 911, the Major Crimes Section @ 585-428-7157, Crime Stoppers @ 585-423-9300, or email...

Rochester, NY—Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced the launch of an online grant application for mid-sized arts organizations seeking funding for 2026 operating expenditures. Applications and frequently asked questions are available at MonroeCounty.gov/artsgrant. All applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2026. “Monroe County recognizes the crucial role that local arts organizations play in our economy and our quality of life,” said County E

Dr. Leonard M. Brock's story begins in Rochester's Hanover Housing Projects and on William Warfield Drive, but his work has taken him far beyond the city that shaped him. Born and raised in Rochester, Brock earned his doctorate at 28 and went on to become a nationally recognized systems-change leader. His local leadership includes helping lead major education and anti-poverty initiatives, including ROC the Future and the Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative. This August,

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Monroe County is seeking bids for the following items and/or services. Specifications are available at www.monroecounty.gov. Sealed bids will be publicly opened at the time and date stated below. Bids must be received prior to the time shown at the Office of the Purchasing Manager: Room 301, County Office Bldg., 39 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614; 585-753-1100. BP#0705-26 150 Verona Street Lobby

Tenants and housing advocates gathered outside Conifer Realty's headquarters on University Avenue Thursday, calling for improved living conditions at several Conifer-managed apartment complexes and urging state and local officials to reconsider awarding public funding to the affordable housing developer until existing maintenance issues are addressed. The demonstration, organized by the Rochester Tenant Union and residents of several Conifer properties, focused largely on con

Rochester, NY -On July 24, around 9:30pm, Officers responded to the 100 block of Newcomb Street for the report of a person shot. Upon arrival, Officers located 45-year old Earl Wright suffering from at least one gunshot wound to the upper body. He was transported to Strong Hospital in life-threatening condition, which was later upgraded to non-life threatening. Wright was located on the front porch of the house, next to a Taurus 9mm handgun. During the preliminary investigati