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Top lawmakers will meet with President Trump Monday to try to avoid a government shutdown, but both sides remain firmly divided. Democrats are demanding health care extensions, while Republicans push a short-term funding bill. With a shutdown looming Tuesday night, Trump says he expects it to happen. Government shutdown draws closer as congressional leaders head […]
Omaha Mayor John Ewing acknowledged the incident involving boxer Terence Crawford, who was held at gunpoint by police during a traffic stop caught on video. He promised a thorough, transparent investigation and urged the public to remember the positive parade that preceded the event. Police say the stop followed reports of reckless driving, and internal […]
Over 500 youth in Monroe County will gain job experience through ROC Your Job, a $4 million after-school employment program launched in partnership with RochesterWorks. Aimed at youth aged 14–20 from low-income households (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level), the initiative helps participants build resumes and improve future employment prospects. Monroe County Executive […]
The Greece Police Department is seeking volunteers for its Special Police Unit to help with traffic, crowds, and parking at local events. Volunteers complete 180 hours of training. With low staffing, more community help is needed. Learn more at greecepolice.org/special-police. Greece Police seeking volunteers for Special Police unit
A USPS worker in Rochester was harassed Thursday when a woman struck their mail vehicle with a bottle. The worker was uninjured and called 911 after reaching safety. A 43-year-old woman was arrested in a separate incident. Police say the case appears isolated. Rochester woman arrested after postal worker harassed, vehicle struck
New York lawmakers are pushing a bill to ban anonymous child abuse tips. Officials say anonymous reports often lack enough information and can’t be followed up, burdening child welfare workers. Identities would still remain confidential. Governor Hochul is reviewing the bill. NYS lawmakers push for banning anonymous child abuse tips
A new AAA study shows road rage is rising nationwide, with Rochester drivers noticing more aggression. Residents report impatience, honking, and frustration on the roads. AAA says 96% of drivers admit to aggressive behavior, with incidents like cutting others off up 67% since 2016. Experts urge drivers to stay calm, create space, and call 911 […]
In September, five assaults on Rochester letter carriers involved thefts of mailbags and equipment. The National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 210 is working with postal inspectors and local police to investigate and urges the public to report suspicious activity. A reward has been offered for information leading to arrests. Five Rochester letter carriers assaulted […]
Terence Crawford defeated Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision on Sept. 13 in Las Vegas, claiming all four super middleweight titles and cementing himself as boxing’s pound-for-pound king. The win cost him his WBA super welterweight title, which now goes to Abass Baraou. Crawford plans to take time off and may not face David Benavidez or […]
Monroe County and Community Broadband Networks are launching a program to bring affordable high-speed internet to over 26,000 low-income residents and small businesses in Rochester. Funded by $4.2 million from the American Rescue Plan, the program targets ZIP codes 14604, 14605, 14608, 14611, 14613, 14614, and 14621. Eligible residents—those enrolled in programs like SNAP, WIC, […]
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