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Rochester City Council held a public hearing to discuss the “Good Cause Eviction” bill, though city lawyers have found this legislation may be unlawful. According to an analysis from City of Rochester lawyers, the proposed Eviction Reduction Law would be “invalid because it is preempted by State law and because it deprives individual property owners […]

Actor Jussie Smollett was sentenced to 150 days in jail, for lying to police about an alleged hate crime in 2019. Smollett faced up to three years in prison for each of the five felony counts. The Empire TV show star, will also have to pay $120,106 restitution to the city of Chicago in addition […]

In his latest attempt to make amends for the tragedy of Astroworld, Travis Scott has started a new philanthropic effort. USA TODAY has reported that Scott and his management an initiative that provides financial support to communities who attend his concerts, titled Project HEAL. Travis Scott took to Instagram to share the news, stating; “My […]

Planning on traveling anytime soon? Don’t forget to bring your mask! Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending the current mandate for mask use on public transportation through April 18. The mandate was originally set to expire on March 18, but the extension was made based on a recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and […]

New York State lawmakers are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to provide funding for free breakfast and lunch for students in grades K-12 in the state budget. Lawmakers would like the funding to provide free, healthy breakfast and lunch for students regardless of where they live and their family’s income level. Assemblymember Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas stated: […]

One of the top high school boys basketball players in greater Rochester Damani Barley, has a deal in place to profit from the use of his likeness and image by a local business.  The agreement will allow the Rochester City School District senior to receive compensation for promoting Salvatore’s Pizzeria. “Damani has a huge social […]

Americans continue to quit their jobs at near-record rates, with 4.3 million people handing in their resignations in January according to the government. The so called “Great Resignation” has sparked a reevaluation of work. Workers themselves blame bad pay, bad opportunities and bad bosses. Low pay, a dearth of opportunities for advancement, and feeling disrespected […]

Looking for something special this upcoming Mother’s Day? Well, look no further than Atlanta as Mary J. Blige is planning something extra special. Blige has partnered with Pepsi and Live Nation Urban to present the “Strength Of A Woman Festival and Summit,” curated for and by women. The festival is a three-day event devoted to […]

Yesterday, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul welcomed new staff for the SNUG Outreach program to a new training facility. The SNUG Outreach program was created with the goal of making streets safer for communities with high levels of gun violence, and in their new facility, they will learn how to prevent gun violence through […]