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A nationwide listeria outbreak linked to prepared pasta meals has expanded, according to the FDA. There are now 27 reported illnesses across 18 states, including six deaths and one fetal loss. The contaminated ready-to-eat pasta salads and meals were produced by Nate’s Fine Foods and distributed to major grocery chains such as Trader Joe’s, Sprouts […]
The U.S. has many regional accents shaped by place, race, and ancestry, but growing mobility and global media raise questions about their decline. In New York, classic features like dropped R’s and raised vowels are fading among younger white, Latino, and Asian speakers, though some are increasing among Black New Yorkers. Linguists note that accents […]
A Bankrate survey shows money is Americans’ most uncomfortable conversation topic, surpassing politics and religion. 61% feel uneasy discussing bank balances, and nearly half avoid talking about credit card debt (47%) or salary (45%). By contrast, fewer are uncomfortable with politics (24%), religion (18%), or weight (31%). Despite the discomfort, experts say discussing money is […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $30 million in emergency food aid as SNAP benefits risk ending during the federal shutdown. The funds aim to provide 16 million meals for 3 million residents. Other states are taking similar steps, and a new lawsuit seeks to restore SNAP funding for millions nationwide ahead of Thanksgiving. SNAP […]
Gayle King is expected to leave her role as co-anchor of CBS Mornings next year as CBS News undergoes major changes under new Paramount Skydance ownership. Her contract ends in May, and she may take on a new role producing or hosting other programs. The shift comes amid layoffs and a leadership change led by […]
A man died after crashing into several parked cars and causing a fire on the second floor of Rochester General Hospital’s parking garage. Firefighters extinguished the blaze and found the driver deceased. The garage’s structure is intact, but parts remain closed for inspection. The hospital is fully operational, with visitors advised to use the Carter […]
For the first time since 1990, no rap songs appear in Billboard’s Hot 100 Top 40. Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” dropped off after 46 weeks due to Billboard’s recurrent rule. Billboard attributes the rap-free chart to a decline in rap’s market share, which has fallen from 30% in 2020 to 24% in 2025. Rapper […]
Officials are investigating the attempted homicide of a USPS employee outside the Jefferson Processing Center in Rochester on Oct. 16. A blue stolen Kia Sportage was used in the crime and later found on Oct. 19 after two women abandoned it. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for […]
As the federal government shutdown threatens to halt food assistance benefits starting Nov. 1, Upstate New York businessman and philanthropist Jeff Knauss has launched a community relief fund to help affected families. Knauss and his family donated $10,000 to kickstart the effort, which will provide up to $150 in Wegmans gift cards to households in […]
A Penfield High School student was found with an airsoft gun on Monday, according to Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies. Authorities said the student was cooperative and made no threats. The student has been charged with unlawful possession of weapons by a person under 16. The investigation remains active, and deputies are working with Penfield school […]
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