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It took just a single word to ignite an international conversation, a word no one invited, no one expected, and that, for one man, came unbidden. At the 79th BAFTA Awards, John Davidson, a Scottish advocate for Tourette’s syndrome and inspiration for the film I Swear , experienced a vocal tic that produced a racial slur as Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award. What was meant to be a celebration of life and resilience suddenly became a lightning rod for debate

State Sen. Samra Brouk says the New York State Senate’s Democratic majority budget proposal includes several investments aimed at strengthening mental health services, supporting working families and increasing funding for Rochester-area programs. NYS Senator Samra Brouk - D, Rochester The Senate approved its “one-house” budget resolution Thursday, outlining the chamber’s priorities as negotiations begin with the Assembly and Gov. Kathy Hochul over the final state spending pl

Rochester, NY - Last night, just before 8pm, Officers conducted a traffic stop of a 2025 Jeep Compass on Sullivan Street for not having a front license plate. The vehicle had drawn Officers attention due to its suspected involvement in recent violence. Prior to the stop, Officers observed a white Hyundai Sonata as potentially being associated with the Jeep. During the traffic stop investigation, the Officers learned that the 21-year old operator, and sole occupant, did not ha

Rochester, NY - On February 25, 2026, around 10am, Officers responded to Green Knolls Drive for the report of a robbery. The victim reported that he had made an arrangement on Facebook Marketplace to purchase a vehicle. An agreement was made for approximately $3,200 and they agreed to meet on Green Knolls Drive. At the meeting, the suspect threatened the victim, with what appeared to be a handgun, and stole his cash before fleeing in the vehicle that was supposed to be sold.

Rochester, NY - On February 6, 2026, at around 8pm, Officers responded to the area of Bay Street and McKinster Street for the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Officers located 63-year old Frederick Edwards suffering from significant trauma from having been struck by a car. He was transported to Strong Hospital, where he sadly passed away from his injuries. The preliminary investigation found that Edwards had just left a store and was crossing Bay Street, northbound

Rochester, NY - On Saturday, March 14, the following City of Rochester R-Centers will close early at 2:30 p.m. to permit staff to attend the Celebration of Life of Nancy Johns-Price, a beloved community champion whose decades-long City career began at an R-Center: Adams Street R-Center, 85 Adams St. David F. Gantt R-Center, 700 North St. Trenton and Pamela Jackson R-Center, 485 N. Clinton Ave. Willie Lightfoot R-Center, 271 Flint St. Thomas P. Ryan R-Center, 530 Webster A

The Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) seeks a qualified Consultant to conduct a comprehensive Fare Study for the following services: RTS Connect (Fixed Route), RTS On Demand (Microtransit), and RTS Access (Paratransit). The study will evaluate current fare structures and discounts; benchmark peer agencies; model revenue and ridership impacts; and deliver actionable recommendations. RTS utilizes a Supplier Portal for distribution of its solicitations,

The Town of Livonia is soliciting proposals from qualified professionals to provide grant administration services for our 2025 CDBG award. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Town is a grant recipient of a 2025 New York State Community Development Block Planning Grant (CDBG) in the amount of $1,500,000.00 for the Town of Livonia Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (the “Project”). The Town Board is seeking proposals from qualified consultants with demonstrated records of accomplishment in

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — National Poison Prevention Week, observed March 15–21, will kick off in Rochester with a joint news conference hosted by the Upstate New York Poison Center and DePaul’s National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - Rochester Area (NCADD-RA). The event will highlight regional poisoning trends, prevention efforts, and the importance of early intervention and community education. The Upstate New York Poison Center serves 54 counties across New York Stat

Rochester, NY - On February 25, 2026, around 10am, Officers responded to Green Knolls Drive for the report of a robbery. The victim reported that he had made an arrangement on Facebook Marketplace to purchase a vehicle. An agreement was made for approximately $3,200 and they agreed to meet on Green Knolls Drive. At the meeting, the suspect threatened the victim, with what appeared to be a handgun, and stole his cash before fleeing in the vehicle that was supposed to be sold.

The New York State Conservative Party is sharply criticizing Democratic leaders in Albany, accusing them of prioritizing their own financial interests while residents struggle with rising costs across the state. Gerard Kassar - NY State Conservative Party Chariman In a statement released this week, Gerard Kassar, chairman of the New York State Conservative Party, blasted Democrats for supporting a potential pay increase for state lawmakers and floated changes to the legislati

From the neighborhoods of Rochester to doctoral halls and district leadership tables, Dr. Shalonda Garfield’s life traces a line many systems were not built to accommodate — yet one she refused to let define her limits. Born and raised in Rochester, Garfield describes her childhood as “interesting” — marked by poverty, yet animated by imagination. As a little girl, she played school with her siblings, already rehearsing a future she could not yet see but somehow sensed. She w