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Parents, teachers, and even pediatricians have tried everything to manage kids’ screen time — banning phones from bedrooms, requiring outdoor play, encouraging reading, even prescribing medications. But the pull of technology isn’t going away. Social media, streaming platforms, and artificial intelligence tools are programmed to grab the attention of young people with remarkable effectiveness.  Dr. Tisha Lewis Ellison That has raised alarms and prompted calls for a solution

Bidwell Terrace: Around 1:20pm, on October 26, Officers responded to the 100 block of Bidwell Terrace for the report of people fighting and that someone had fired a shot. Further information was received that the suspect fled in a blue Ford Explorer. Later in the afternoon, around 4:30pm, Officers located the suspect vehicle and stopped it in the 500 block of Driving Park. Officers detained three people from the vehicle and drafted a search warrant. During the search, a .40 c

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City of Rochester is accepting nominations for the 2026-2028 term of the New American Advisory Council (NAAC) now through Nov. 7 on the City’s website, at www.cityofrochester.gov/NAAC . The New American Advisory Council advises the Mayor’s Office and Rochester City Council, providing advice, knowledge, and information so they can address issues important to new Americans, including immigrants and refugees. The NAAC is comprise

Rochester, NY — Akimbo Books, a beloved independent bookstore known for its carefully curated selection and commitment to small press literature, has announced that this will be its final holiday season. Since opening in 2022, Akimbo has become a vibrant literary hub in Rochester, New York — hosting readings, community events, and championing books that inspire empathy, imagination, and social change. “It’s bittersweet to say goodbye,” said founder and owner Rachel Crawford.

The nostalgic beats of the 1990s will take center stage this Sunday, Oct. 26, as ROC Fest: I Love the 90s Tour returns to the Rochester Sports Complex from noon to 6 p.m. The event promises not only chart-topping hits and throwback energy but also a strong message of community, service, and local pride. Organizers announced this week that hip-hop legend Tone Lōc —known for his gravelly voice and party anthems “Wild Thing” and “Funky Cold Medina”—has joined the festival’s lin

Rochester, N.Y. — Mayor Malik Evans will join residents of the East Market Neighborhood on Saturday, October 25, 2025, for the unveiling of a new community mural located near the Rochester Public Market. The event will take place at 11:00 a.m. at 183 Hayward Avenue, a two-story building visible from the intersection of Railroad Street and Fourth Street near the Market’s entrance. The mural was created through a partnership between local artists, community volunteers, and nei

On October 5, around 6pm, Officers responded to the 100 block of Shelter Street for the report of a group of females fighting and shots heard and then a follow up call of a person shot. Upon arrival, Officers located 17- year old female suffering from a non-life threatening gunshot wound to the lower body. She was transported to Strong Hospital for treatment. During the course of the investigation, Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Section learned that during a fight

Rochester, NY- On October 7, around 9:20pm, Officers responded to the 100 block of Emerson Street for a ShotSpotter activation indicating multiple gunshots. Once on-scene, Officers located an 18-year old male suffering from at least one gunshot wound to the upper body. He was transported to Strong Hospital with serious, life threatening injuries. Thankfully, the medical staff at Strong Hospital were able to stabilize him, leading to the injuries to be considered no longer lif

Who: Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools What: RCSD Literacy Campaign When:Monday, October 27, 2025, 10:27 a.m. Where: Francis Parker School No. 23, 170 Barrington Street Rochester, NY 14607 Details: On Monday morning, October 27, classrooms across the District will view a special video message from Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools, about the power of reading. The District’s literacy campaign, Level Up for Reading, calls for everyone to build

WHAT: ESL will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of its new branch in the Bull’s Head neighborhood. The event will include ESL senior management, dignitaries, community members, and a special unveiling of a community mural designed by local artist Shawn Dunwoody. The Bull’s Head Office is the third new branch build that ESL committed to building in the City of Rochester to help improve access to financial resources for city residents and businesses. WHEN: M

Trunk or Treat hosted by Ibero, October 25, 2025 fom 12-5pm. Rochester, NY- The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., will host its annual Trunk or Treat at the Plaza Halloween celebration from 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. This free community event promises an afternoon full of fun and excitement, featuring free candy, free pumpkins, and a costume contest for all ages. Families are encouraged to dress up and enjoy a safe, festive environment filled with creative c

Minister Clifford A. Florence Sr., son of the late civil rights leader Rev. Franklin Florence, has officially launched a write-in campaign for mayor of Rochester, positioning himself as a community-driven alternative in the 2025 mayoral race. Clifford Florence, Sr. (right) with long-time friend and community advocate Howard Eagle - Photo by Rodney Brown, The Crows Nest Radio Show Florence announced his campaign during a public event held Oct. 14 at Inner Faith Gospel Tabern