Blog
Page: 59
Genre-blending artist Shaboozey continues his meteoric rise with “Took a Walk,” a soulful new track featured in the film adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk. Known for fusing country, hip-hop, and R&B, the Nigerian-American musician created the song alongside Stephen Wilson Jr. The track complements the film’s dark narrative and marks another step in […]
Three roofers in Rochester, NY, who sustained serious injuries on the job, now face potential deportation after filing a lawsuit. Attorney Albert Parisi revealed that the men, newly arrived immigrants, were injured while subcontracted by a local roofing company. After seeking legal recourse, immigration authorities began investigating, raising concerns about retaliation. The case follows a […]
As the second week of school begins, educators are already seeing the benefits of New York State’s new bell-to-bell phone policy, which prohibits K–12 students from using phones and other internet-enabled devices during the school day. Pittsford Central School District Superintendent Michael Pero noted a noticeable increase in face-to-face interaction among students, particularly during lunch […]
A resident of Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has been hospitalized after receiving an overdose of medication, his family said. Thomas Pridgen was transferred to the hospital with a brain condition called encephalopathy, attributed to valproic acid toxicity. Linda Suggs, Pridgen’s cousin, described his condition at the hospital. “Very much out of it. He […]
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello filed a formal complaint against Judge Michael Lopez, accusing him of judicial misconduct for repeatedly overruling other judges’ bail decisions and releasing dangerous suspects. Bello says Lopez is acting like a defense attorney, not an impartial judge, and claims there’s a pattern of activism that undermines public trust in the […]
The New York State Police are reminding drivers that the Move Over Law now applies to all roadside vehicles, not just emergency responders. Since the law expanded two years ago, citations have increased by 40%, rising from about 9,000 in 2023 to 12,000. Police are focusing on both enforcement and public awareness to help prevent […]
Goodwill of the Finger Lakes hosted its “Sustainability Under the Stars” fashion show fundraiser in Rochester, spotlighting thrifting and repurposed fashion. Local artists showcased designs crafted from Goodwill-sourced materials, with 13WHAM’s Karen Edwards and Lowell Rose walking the runway. The event underscored Goodwill’s sustainability efforts, which kept nearly 30 million pounds of items in circulation […]
The Trump administration has dropped a proposed rule that would have required airlines to compensate passengers for delays caused by the airline. The rule would have mandated cash, meals, and lodging for affected travelers. AAA manager Melissa Petersen criticized the lack of protections, noting airlines often avoid accountability by blaming weather for delays. Spirit Airlines […]
A strange ATM incident in Plano led to the arrest of Ionut Aurel Iova, a Romanian fugitive wanted internationally for fraud and drug offenses. Victims Jonathan Hogue and Ray McCormick unknowingly fell prey to a scam called cash trapping, where thieves attach hidden devices to ATMs to steal withdrawn cash. Hogue reported the issue, sparking […]
Americans with employer-based health insurance are likely to see monthly premiums rise 6% to 7% in 2026, due to higher prices for specialty drugs and increasing use of medical services, according to a survey by consulting firm Mercer. The cost of health plans for employers will increase 6.5% next year, even once benefit design changes […]
WDKX Holiday Stream