Rochester to Create Civil Rights Heritage Park Honoring Local Legacy
Rochester, NY, is launching the Minister Franklin D. Florence Civil Rights Heritage Park within Baden Park to honor the city’s civil rights history and influential local leaders. Community members began shaping the vision for the park in the first of six public meetings, emphasizing storytelling and memory-sharing. Minister Florence, who died in 2023, was a […]

The Jacksons Mark 50 Years of Musical Legacy With Tribute Tour
Jackie and Marlon Jackson are celebrating The Jacksons’ 50th anniversary with a tour that honors their late brother Tito Jackson, who passed away in 2024. Their upcoming concert at Yaamava’ Theater marks a milestone in music history and reflects their enduring bond. The brothers discuss their global influence, generational fan base, and iconic hits like […]

Life-Saving Plumpy’Nut Supply Threatened by U.S. Aid Cuts
Plumpy’Nut, a therapeutic food credited with saving millions of malnourished children, is now caught in the crosshairs of U.S. aid disruptions. Aid agencies report halted shipments and unpaid contracts due to political turmoil within USAID. Manufacturers like Edesia and MANA have scaled back, with factories operating at reduced capacity. Clinics in Nigeria and Kenya are […]

FBI arrests a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities
A Milwaukee County judge, Hannah Dugan, was arrested by the FBI for allegedly helping a man evade immigration arrest by leading him and his attorney through a private courtroom door. The incident reignited tensions between the Trump administration and local officials over immigration enforcement. Charged with concealing a person and obstructing a proceeding, Dugan’s actions […]

NFL Draft 2025: Cam Ward Goes No. 1, Shedeur Sanders Left Waiting
In a dramatic NFL Draft first round, Miami quarterback Cam Ward was selected first overall by the Tennessee Titans, completing his rise from an unheralded recruit to a top pick. Travis Hunter went second to Jacksonville, while highly touted Shedeur Sanders surprisingly wasn’t drafted in the first round. The New York Giants opted for edge […]

Feds Sue Rochester Over Sanctuary City Policies
The federal government filed a lawsuit against the City of Rochester, NY, alleging its sanctuary city policies obstruct immigration enforcement and violate federal law. The city’s resolution restricts communication with ICE and CBP, which federal officials argue unlawfully discriminates against and hinders their operations. Rochester officials, including Mayor Evans and City Council President Miguel Melendez, […]

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