The 101st Academy Awards will be hosted on YouTube. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday it’s signed a multiyear deal with the Google -owned service to stream the Oscars starting in 2029 and running through 2033. The exclusive rights deal includes red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content and access to the Governors […]

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The Rochester City Council voted 5–4 to raise council member salaries from about $41,400 to $50,000.  Supporters said the job is effectively full-time and the increase is needed for equity, while opponents criticized the size of the raise and lack of public input.  Council President Miguel Melendez declined the raise. Rochester City Council votes to […]

The West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester was ranked No. 2 on Pollstar’s January 2026 Top Ten Venues of the Month for theaters with 1,501–2,500 seats, recognizing its strong ticketed performance.  The ranking reflects 26 nights of live events from Nov. 12 to Dec. 12, including runs of “Hamilton” and “& Juliet,” along with several […]

New York plans to legalize medically assisted suicide for terminally ill residents after Gov. Kathy Hochul agreed to sign the bill with added safeguards.  The law would allow mentally competent patients with six months or less to request life-ending medication, following approvals from multiple doctors, a mental health evaluation, and a waiting period.  Supporters say […]

Michelle Obama Says She and Barack Were Set to See Rob and Michele Reiner the Day They DiedMichelle Obama revealed during a Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance that she and former President Barack Obama were scheduled to meet with Rob and Michele Reiner on the night the couple was found dead. Calling them “decent, courageous people,” […]

Whew, Roomies! The internet thinks Trippie Redd might be looking for attention after he posted a message with a pic of his daughter Miyoco, who he shares with Coi Leray. Folks noticed that Trippie’s post dropped on the same day Justin Laboy gave a fans a peek at him taking Coi on her perfect date. […]

Queen Naija had the whole arena and the internet in a chokehold this week. The singer delivered a jaw-dropping rendition of the National Anthem at the Emirates NBA Cup Championship, leaving fans in awe, players moved, and social media handing out a virtual round of applause. Related: Go Off, Sis! Queen Naija Claps Back At Critics […]