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With deer season peaking in October, AAA is warning drivers to stay alert on New York roads. Mark Gruba of AAA recommends braking firmly, staying in your lane, and avoiding swerves that could cause serious crashes. If a collision occurs, drivers should contact their insurance provider and call 911 to file a report immediately. Leaving […]
Nearly 17,000 immigrants without prior criminal records are now in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention, according to federal data. The total ICE population has tripled since 2024, with most arrests targeting working-class immigrants rather than individuals accused of serious crimes. Advocacy groups say these raids—often taking place at job sites like Home Depot—are […]
In a candid interview with Keke Palmer, Offset reflected on grief, brotherhood, and life after the loss of his cousin and Migos bandmate Takeoff. The Atlanta rapper described Takeoff as “the glue” that kept the group united amid fame and ego. While focusing on his solo career, Offset emphasized that Migos’ legacy remains part of […]
Arthur Jones, a Rochester native and former Syracuse University football standout, has passed away suddenly at age 39. A Union-Endicott High School graduate, Jones had a notable college career with 145 tackles and 38.5 tackles for loss. He played eight seasons in the NFL with the Ravens, Colts, and Washington, earning a Super Bowl ring […]
Quarterback Drake Maye delivered his signature NFL win with clutch play down the stretch, and wide receiver Stefon Diggs was sensational in an emotional return to western New York, as the New England Patriots shocked the Buffalo Bills 23-20 on Sunday night. Maye led a final drive to set up Andy Borregales’ 52-yard field goal with 15 seconds remaining — a march that started […]
A 30-year-old man, Charles Wilson of Rochester, has died after sustaining a severe injury early Saturday outside Lush Resto Lounge on East Ridge Road in Irondequoit. Police responded to a fight involving several women outside the lounge, during which someone crashed through the front glass window. Wilson was found with a serious torso wound and […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York’s maximum weekly unemployment insurance benefit will rise from $504 to $869 starting next week. The increase aims to provide greater relief amid the ongoing federal government shutdown, which has left thousands of workers without pay. Employers will also see savings—an average of $100 per employee—since they will no […]
At Oakland’s 50th Annual Black Cowboy Parade & Heritage Festival, history came alive to honor the real cowboys of the American West—many of whom were Black. Historians estimate that one in four cowboys in the 19th century were Black, yet Hollywood’s version of the frontier erased them. The festival featured riders, historians, and groups like […]
At CultureCon New York, Jennifer Hudson experienced a full-circle moment when she walked through her own “Spirit Tunnel,” a tradition made famous by The Jennifer Hudson Show. Usually reserved for her guests, the tunnel—where staff clap, chant, and cheer—symbolizes joy, celebration, and inclusion. As Hudson made her entrance, fans erupted, mirroring the warmth she brings […]
Some insurers, including Excellus, are trimming Medicare Advantage offerings for 2026 amid reduced reimbursements and rising care and drug costs. Affected members received termination notices and must select new coverage by year-end or revert to Original Medicare—often without Part D drug benefits unless they enroll separately. Excellus cited a 2023 Medicare wage-index change that it […]
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