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The Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., the iconic civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate, died today, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was 84 years old at the time of his passing. Jackson had been battling progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neuromuscular disease similar to Parkinson’s, which he was originally diagnosed with in 2017 […]
In 1994, William A. Johnson Jr. made history as Rochester’s first Black mayor, beginning a transformative decade of leadership. His tenure was defined by a deep commitment to the people focusing on neighborhood revitalization, empowering our youth, and bridging the gap between community and government. Beyond our city limits, Mayor Johnson’s urban policy work brought […]
Thomas W. Boyde Jr. was a pioneering architect who holds the distinction of being Rochester’s first African American architect. His academic journey was prestigious and rigorous; he studied Civil Engineering at Brown University before transferring to Syracuse University, where he graduated with a degree in Architecture in 1928. This combination of engineering and design knowledge […]
Minister Franklin Florence was a pivotal civil rights leader and the founding president of FIGHT, an acronym for Freedom, Independence, God, Honor, Today. Arriving in Rochester in 1959, he served as the pastor of the Reynolds Street Church of Christ, where he became a prominent figure in the local social justice movement. Following the 1964 […]
“Midge and Dr. Freddie Thomas were a powerhouse couple who dedicated their lives to the intellectual and spiritual growth of Rochester’s youth. Dr. Freddie Thomas was a trailblazing scientist who worked at Eastman Kodak and the University of Rochester, but his most important work happened in his living room. He and his wife, Midge Thomas, […]
Minister Raymond Scott was a central figure in Rochester’s civil rights movement, most notably serving as the president of FIGHT (Freedom, Independence, God, Honor, Today). He stepped into leadership during a volatile era in the city’s history, particularly following the 1964 uprising and through the mid 1970s. Scott was a prominent advocate for police reform […]
Rochester, you know we had to do it big! The WDKX Jam Squad was live in the building yesterday for the Grand Opening of the brand new Planet Fitness Chili Square at 3170 Chili Ave! The energy was on a100, the vibes were right, and the community showed up! Huge congrats to our WDKX winners who walked away with a pair […]
Dr. Walter Cooper is a distinguished research scientist, educator, and civil rights activist who has had a profound impact on the Rochester community. In 1956, he made history as the first African American to earn a PhD in physical chemistry from the University of Rochester. Following his academic achievements, he began a successful career at […]
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