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Howard Coles was a pioneering journalist, historian, and community advocate who spent his life documenting and championing the Black community in Rochester. In 1934, he founded the Frederick Douglass Voice, which became one of the longest-running African American newspapers in New York State. Through the publication, Coles addressed critical issues such as housing discrimination, employment […]
Something about twin energy always hits different, and D’Lila and Jessie Combs just reminded the internet why they stay in their own lane. The Combs twins popped up online serving a look that had folks doing double takes. From the coordination to the confidence, the girls made it clear they came to shake the room—together. […]
At this point, Ashanti and Nelly hold two titles: one of the internet’s favorite couples and the best spin-the-block duo in history. Fans flooded comment sections after videos surfaced of them performing at the Fanatics Super Bowl Party in San Francisco, California on Feb. 7. Love filled the air, the vibes were on a 1000, […]
Late-night posts always hit a little different, and Chris Brown had the internet smiling after popping up online with his daughter Royalty in a moment nobody was expecting—but everybody loved. Without saying too much, the singer gave fans a quick glimpse into his offstage life that leaned way more wholesome than flashy. Let’s just say… […]
Roomies, things got a little unexpected on social media over the weekend when NBA YoungBoy reached out to Nicki Minaj in a heartfelt post. Fresh off the release of his latest album, the rapper used X (formerly Twitter) to send a public message to his 2023 collaborator, showing concern and support during a moment that’s […]
Calling all football fans! GG Steakout is opening its doors (normally closed Sundays) just for the big game! Score big with their Super Bowl Specials! They got a dollar per wing special (min. 50 wings), a $29 Family Pack (mini steak subs or wings!) and a sweet Strawberry Banana Pudding add-on. 350 East Main St, […]
Today we were joined by The Honorable Judge Fatimat Reid, Rochester Black Bar Association President Curtis Jones, and RCSD Executive Director, Family & Community Engagement Kelli Briggs. They recorded a podcast about what the JUST LAW (Justice, Understanding, and Sociatal Trust & Literacy, Attendance, and Writing) Program is all about, including how to educate 6th […]
Dr. Alice Holloway Young was a pioneer in the Rochester City School District and a cornerstone of higher education in Monroe County. Arriving in Rochester in 1952, she became one of the first African American teachers in the district and subsequently broke barriers as the first Black vice principal and principal. Dr. Young was the […]
President Donald Trump shared a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, prompting widespread condemnation for invoking a racist trope. The White House dismissed the backlash as “fake outrage,” while critics said the post continues a pattern of Trump sharing racially offensive content. Trump posts racist video depicting Obamas as apes, sparking outrage | […]
The numbers of views are up Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’. On the heels of the release of “Melania,” a new movie chronicling first lady Melania Trump’s life in the lead-up to her husband’s second inauguration, viewership has surged for another film. “Becoming,” another documentary following former first lady Michelle Obama on her first book tour, is inching its way back to popularity on Netflix. The film, first […]
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