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The Los Angeles Lakers have commemorated Kobe Bryant, the late basketball icon, by unveiling the first of three statues in his honor outside the Crypto.com Arena. The statue captures a memorable moment from Bryant’s career: he points to the sky after scoring 81 points against the Toronto Raptors in 2006, marking the second-highest point total […]
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello temporarily suspended American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Community Resource Collaborative (CRC), which managed millions of federal dollars for community outreach. This decision came after the CRC reported financial mismanagement that led to an employee’s termination. The CRC was responsible for distributing nearly $7.2 million over four years […]
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello just announced the county will put a hold on the American Rescue Plan Act funding for a program due to funds being mishandled by a local organization The Community Resource Collaborative. After reviewing the money errors, the organization contacted Monroe County to report the mishap and dismissed an employee. The […]
Lil Jon is venturing into new territory with his announcement of a guided meditation album, marking a significant departure from his well-known crunk style. This upcoming album, which consists of 10 tracks, reflects Lil Jon’s personal evolution and his focus on fitness and wellness in 2024. Music insiders revealed to TMZ that this project is […]
The FDA’s anticipated proposal to ban formaldehyde in hair straighteners is being criticized for being insufficient and far too late. Formaldehyde has been recognized as a carcinogen for over a decade, yet it continues to be used in products heavily marketed to Black women. The growing body of evidence linking hair straighteners to various cancers, […]
(Democrat & Chronicle) – Rochester Public Market has plans to introduce new storefronts and residential spaces on a city-owned parking lot near North Union Street. The city of Rochester seeks a developer committed to fostering small businesses to construct the privately-owned building, aiming to accommodate the growing demand from existing and aspiring market vendors. The […]
Congratulations Kenisha June the owner of Visions Beauty Salon for being the first black owned and operated Beauty school in Rochester. The school will specialize black hair care from a New York State curriculum. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/hidden-history/black-history-month/a-look-at-rochesters-first-black-owned-and-operated-cosmetology-school/
(BET) – Bob Marley profoundly impacted the global music scene with his reggae rhythms and messages of love, peace, and unity. Despite his untimely death at 36, Marley’s influence remains pervasive, with his image symbolizing his enduring message. Set for release on February 14th, his life is celebrated in the biopic “One Love,” starring Kingsley […]
The NBA All-Star Weekend in 2024, set to be held in Indianapolis, will showcase an innovative full video LED court at Lucas Oil Stadium, adding a futuristic twist to the event. This cutting-edge court will be the centerpiece for the All-Star Celebrity Game and All-Star Saturday Night, which includes the Skills Competition, Three-Point Contest, Slam […]
(WHAM) – SUNY Brockport is gearing up for a remarkable event in anticipation of the total solar eclipse this spring, set to occur on April 8. The university recently held a town hall outlining the planned activities for this rare celestial event, emphasizing its significance as it marks the first occurrence in the Rochester area […]