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Motor vehicle fatalities in New York state rose 25.8% from 2019-2022, with fatalities at the highest level in a decade in 2022, even as the number of vehicle miles travelled, licensed drivers, and traffic accidents have declined, according to a report released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Traffic fatalities in New York […]
Demario Strickland’s first day on the job as RCSD new interim Superintendent was Monday, taking over after Carmine Peluso left for another job in Churchville-Chili. Reports say Demario Stickland role as interim Superintendent effective until June 2025 or whenever RCSD finds a permanent Superintendent. Rochester City School District interim superintendent takes office (rochesterfirst.com)
Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky has made WNBA history by achieving her 10th consecutive double-double, breaking the previous single-season record set by Candace Parker in 2015. In just her 17th game, Reese scored 10 points and grabbed 16 rebounds during the Sky’s 70-62 loss to the Minnesota Lynx on June 30. Sky coach Teresa […]
During the BET Awards, actress Taraji P. Henson emphasized the urgent need to understand “Project 2025” and its potential impacts under a possible second Trump presidency. This $22 million initiative by the conservative Heritage Foundation outlines significant policy changes for the first 180 days of a Trump administration, many of which could have severe consequences […]
A new indoor playground, “Roc Kid City,” celebrated its grand opening on Saturday at 3300 Monroe Avenue, Suite 122, in Rochester, NY. Designed for children of all ages, the playground offers a fun and safe environment for kids to explore, imagine, and play. “Roc Kid City” features various sections equipped with ball pits, slides, tunnels, […]
Primetime 585, in partnership with News 8, held its 19th annual Coach Iglesia Free Basketball Camp in Rochester, N.Y., on Sunday. The camp offered 175 athletes from various Section V schools the chance to train, compete, and learn together. Besides basketball training, participants attended life skills workshops led by guest speakers, covering topics such as […]
In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that former President Trump has absolute immunity for his core constitutional powers and a presumption of immunity for his official acts. However, the court found that he lacks immunity for unofficial acts. The case has been sent back to the trial judge to determine which of […]
Snoop Dogg is heading to Paris for an exciting new role as an Olympics correspondent for NBC Sports at the upcoming Paris Games. The iconic hip-hop artist and Death Row Records executive expressed his enthusiasm for the position, emphasizing his love for being in front of people and his passion for sports. Snoop, known for […]
This past weekend was the end of Rochester’s 21st annual International Jazz Fest. Reports say that over 200,000 people came this year for the 9 day festival despite some of the messy weather Rochester had. This was also the last year that local tech company CGI will host it. Jazz fest wraps up: Festival drew […]
Americans firing up their grills for Fourth of July celebrations will likely pay more for some traditional barbecue staples this year. That’s largely due to inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy and supply shocks related to specific foods such as beef and lemons, according to agricultural economists. The average cookout for 10 people will cost $71.22 […]