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The City of Rochester honored the life and legacy of local rap figure Richard “Oowop” Diggs on Tuesday by recognizing OOW Day. Family, friends, and community members gathered at Hudson Avenue and Alphonse Street for a balloon release in his memory. Diggs, who died in November 2024, would have celebrated his 51st birthday on Monday. […]
A University of Michigan study found that men may sometimes treat female friends more patiently and thoughtfully than their girlfriends. The researchers think it could be because friendships feel less stressful. With a friend, there’s usually less pressure to say or do the “right” thing. Romantic relationships can come with more expectations, which may make […]
A Texas judge has ordered Yaya Mayweather to pay Lapattra Jacobs $50.1 million over a 2020 stabbing that stemmed from a dispute involving NBA YoungBoy. The court found Mayweather fully responsible for intentionally assaulting Jacobs with a deadly weapon and ruled that Jacobs acted in self-defense. The judgment includes $40.1 million in compensatory damages and […]
New York will eliminate standardized tests for accountability, but they will no longer determine whether a student graduates. Final regulations Regent’s exams as a graduation requirement starting with the class of 2028. Students will earn a single diploma based on a broader range of assessments, including classroom work, projects, and teacher evaluations. The state will […]
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about AI risks as a “hoax” and rejected calls for stronger safeguards. His comments came as AI leaders and researchers warned that development may need to slow to address potential dangers. The issue has sparked growing debate among lawmakers and the public over how to balance AI innovation with safety. […]
Measles has reached Wayne County, with two confirmed cases in unvaccinated people. Health officials are tracing contacts and say the public risk remains low, especially for vaccinated people. Residents should watch for fever, rash, cough, runny nose, and red eyes and call ahead before seeking medical care if symptoms develop. Measles reaches Wayne County as […]
A water main break late Sunday night caused two large sinkholes to open near a condominium community on Penn Lane, forcing some residents to evacuate. A car tipped into one of the sinkholes, while officials shut off water and deemed several condos uninhabitable. The Red Cross is helping displaced residents with temporary housing. Forrest Hill, […]
This study found that friendships are very important for older adults’ health and happiness. https://ihpi.umich.edu/national-poll-healthy-aging/national-findings/value-friendships-we-age
Monroe County health officials are warning of a potential measles exposure at the Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Train Station on Aug. 29. Anyone who was at the station that day should monitor for symptoms through Sept. 19. Questions? Call (585) 753-5555. Potential measles exposure reported at Rochester train station
State Farm is returning $5 billion to eligible auto insurance customers who had a qualifying policy during 2025. You may qualify even if you’re no longer a State Farm customer. Payments are expected to range from 4% to 10% of premiums paid, depending on the state, with an average of about $100 per car. Eligible customers should receive an […]
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