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Tory Lanez’s legal team, supported by advocacy group United the People, held a news conference Wednesday presenting new evidence they claim proves he didn’t fire the weapon in the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion. They hope this evidence will lead to his release and prevent his return to prison. Tory Lanez shooting case takes […]
Food insecurity is rising in the Rochester area, according to Feeding America’s latest “Map the Meal Gap” report. Nearly 10,000 more people in Foodlink’s service region faced food insecurity in 2023 compared to 2022. Monroe County’s rate is now 13%, with the 14605 ZIP code reaching 31.7%. Local organizations like Rochester Hope food pantry report […]
The University of Rochester School of Nursing launched a funded program to address New York’s nursing shortage. Through the Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program, eligible students can complete an accelerated nursing degree in three semesters and must commit to working for three years in healthcare settings serving underserved populations. Partnership to help fund accelerated nursing […]
Cassie Ventura resumed her testimony today in the high-profile sex trafficking trial, delivering further explosive details as the government’s star witness. Yesterday, she described disturbing events allegedly occurring during so-called “freak offs” that Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly orchestrated. Jurors were also shown hotel security footage from 2016 appearing to show Combs physically assaulting Ventura. When […]
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Join us at this one-day event designed for high school students and young adults (up to age 21), focused on building confidence and developing skills for college, careers, and community life. Lunch will be provided.To register, please visit: www.baberrochester.org Location:Baber African Methodist Episcopal Church550 Meigs […]
Three former prison guards — Anthony Farina, Nicholas Kieffer, and David Kingsley — have declined plea deals and will face trial starting June 3 in connection to the death of Robert Brooks, who was beaten at Marcy Correctional Facility. Brooks, from Greece, NY, died in the hospital the day after the December 9 incident. A […]
Thirteen graduates of Rochester Police Department’s Workforce Development Program will enter the police academy next month. The program, created to address a 110-officer shortage, has gained national recognition. Graduate Nicolas Jeanty said he joined to serve the community where he grew up. https://13wham.com/news/local/rpd-program-graduates-aim-to-address-department-staffing-shortage#
Brighton Police now offers online access to motor vehicle accident reports through a partnership with CarFax. This new service makes obtaining reports faster and more convenient, though in-person requests are still available at the department’s Elmwood Avenue location. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/local-news/brighton-pd-partners-with-carfax-to-provide-online-motor-vehicle-accident-reports/
As part of EMS Week, Monroe County leaders announced a new $4.2 million training program to grow the local emergency medical workforce. Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, the initiative removes financial and logistical barriers by covering tuition, supplies, transportation, and child support. Graduates will earn EMT or paramedic certification, helping to address the […]
The Rochester Board of Education has approved a budget of over $1.1 billion for the 2025-2026 school year. The budget focuses on key district priorities, including boosting early literacy, improving English Language Arts and math proficiency, and enhancing social-emotional learning. It also allocates funding to expand college and career pathway programs to better prepare students […]
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