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Trump Calls on Republicans to Nix the Filibuster amid Government Shutdown
President Donald J. Trump on Thursday night publicly urged Senate Republicans to scrap the legislative filibuster—a long‐standing Senate rule requiring 60 votes to advance many pieces of legislation—in an effort to break the stalemate that has extended the federal government shutdown into its 30th day. President Donald J. Trump In a post on his social-media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote: “THE CHOICE IS CLEAR – INITIATE THE ‘NUCLEAR OPTION,’ GET RID OF THE FILIBUSTER AND
Dave McCleary
10 hours ago2 min read
Marijuana Shops Sue New York After State’s Measuring Error Leaves Dozens Too Close to Schools
Dozens of licensed marijuana dispensaries across New York — including at least one in Rochester — are suing the state after regulators...
Shay Jackson
Aug 182 min read
3 Dead, 9 Injured in Shooting at Brooklyn Lounge
A shooting inside a crowded Brooklyn lounge early Sunday left three people dead and nine others wounded, authorities said, marking one of...
Staff Report
Aug 182 min read
Past Controversies at the Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center Honors have long been one of the most prestigious awards in American arts, but the institution has faced periodic...
Staff Report
Aug 132 min read
Trump Names 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees Amid Ongoing Institutional Controversy
President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors recipients, unveiling a star-studded list that comes against...
Dave McCleary
Aug 132 min read
More Than 16,500 New Yorkers Apply for Gov. Hochul’s Free Community College Program
More than 16,500 New Yorkers have applied to Governor Kathy Hochul’s groundbreaking free community college program for adult learners in...
Audra Kieta
Aug 131 min read
Officer killed, gunman dead after shooting near CDC headquarters in Atlanta
A police officer was killed and a gunman died after a shooting Friday near the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in...
Veronica Sizer
Aug 112 min read
Critics Say Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Targets Nation’s Poorest, While Millions Who Could Be Impacted Don’t Vote
A sweeping legislative package backed by President Donald Trump is drawing fire from advocates and policy analysts who say it will...
Dave McCleary
Jul 303 min read
What we Know About the Mass Shooting in New York City
On Monday evening, July 28, a gunman opened fire inside a Midtown Manhattan office building, killing four people—including an off-duty...
Staff Report
Jul 293 min read
Trump’s ‘White Bronco’ Meme Is Funny at First—But the Implications Are No Joke
At first glance, the image is absurdly comical: Barack Obama behind the wheel of a white Ford Bronco, with Donald Trump and Vice...
Dave McCleary
Jul 282 min read
Trump Accuses Obama of Treason; Former President Fires Back
President Donald Trump leveled an explosive accusation against his predecessor this week, claiming without evidence that former President...
Dave McCleary
Jul 232 min read
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, ‘Cosby Show’ Star, Dies at 54
African American actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his portrayal of Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, died Sunday, July 20, at...
Staff Report
Jul 222 min read
Driver Who Plowed Into Hollywood Crowd Has History of Violence, Police Say
The 29‑year‑old man suspected of deliberately driving his Nissan Versa into a crowd outside a Hollywood nightclub early Saturday has a...
Staff Report
Jul 212 min read
Cooney, NYS Troopers PBA Urge Governor to Sign Mental Health Leave Bill for State Police
State Senator Jeremy Cooney and leaders of the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association (NYSTPBA) on Monday urged Governor...
Shanique Byrd
Jul 152 min read
“Big Beautiful Bill” Threatens Coverage, Access for Millions of Low-Income Americans
Sweeping legislation known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA), recently passed by Congress and championed by President Donald Trump,...
Dave McCleary
Jul 44 min read
China Hosts Its First AI-Powered Soccer Match, Showcasing Future of Sports Technology
BEIJING — China hosted its first-ever AI-powered soccer match on Sunday, marking a milestone in the country’s push to lead in artificial...
Staff Report
Jun 302 min read
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SNAP Delays and New Federal Rules to Affect Over 100,000 Monroe County Residents
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello joined local leaders this week to warn residents about delays and upcoming changes to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as the federal government shutdown continues. Monroe County Executive, Adam Bello County officials said SNAP benefits scheduled for release on Nov. 1 will be delayed, impacting more than 104,000 Monroe County residents — including over 37,000 children and 22,000 seniors. The county’s SNAP program
Vanilla Ice Brings Message of Unity and Peace to Roc Music Fest
On Oct. 26, 2025, the ROC Music Fest “I Love the 90’s Tour” and Tacos & Tequila event brought high energy, nostalgia and flavor to the Rochester Community Sports Complex. 90's Hip Hop Star Vanilla Ice - Photo by Don Schwartz As guests arrived, food trucks were already lined up, serving everything from tacos to soul food, Greek dishes, ice cream and desserts. ROC Dilla’s food truck offered delicious pork rice bowls, with the option to substitute lettuce for rice. A few vendors
Government Shutdown Creates Widespread Disruptions
The federal government has been partially shut down since October 1 after Congress failed to pass an annual budget. The impasse has led to widespread disruptions affecting millions of Americans, with immediate consequences for federal employees and low-income households relying on government programs for food and health support. More than one million federal employees are currently without pay. Approximately 730,000 workers are continuing their duties without pay, while about
Mayor Malik Evans Joins East Market Neighborhood To Unveil New Mural
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
Clifford Florence Sr. Launches Write-In Campaign for Rochester Mayor
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
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