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On Mother’s Day, three mothers from Rochester, N.Y., who have endured the heartbreaking loss of their sons to murder, shared their stories of grief and their efforts to find purpose in their pain. Sirena Cotton, who lost her son Christopher in 2007, turned her sorrow into activism by founding ROC the Peace, an anti-violence organization […]
The USDA has recently updated its plant hardiness map for the first time in 11 years, reflecting significant shifts in gardening zones across the United States due to climate change. Rochester, NY’s hardiness zone has shifted from 6a to 6b. This change offers gardeners new planting possibilities but also requires careful consideration of what plants […]
Childish Gambino, the stage name of Donald Glover, has released a new album titled “Atavista,” which he announced as a completed version of his earlier album “3.15.20” released in March 2020. The album, now available on streaming platforms, includes revised tracks from the original alongside a new song, “Little Foot Big Foot.” Gambino also revealed […]
Mary joined forces with Giuseppe Zanotti for her very first boot collaboration, released on Sunday (May 12). The Mary J Blige statement boot ($1,295) is inspired by the custom boots that Blige wore to her Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit. The slouchy over-the knee boot features reflective, rose gold and are available in women’s sizes 6-12. According […]
A Rochester woman hit big at a slot machine in Las Vegas earlier this month for $12 thousand dollars but after receiving her luggage from Spirit airlines the money she stuffed in her purse was gone. There’s 3 different airports where luggage stopped at Las Vegas, Orlando, and the final stop was Rochester. Her luggage […]
In celebration of Mother’s Day, here is a collection of ten songs that celebrate motherhood. These songs, rooted in Black culture, express deep gratitude and love for mothers, highlights the immense contributions mothers make to their families and society, their sacrifices, and the nurturing roles they play. Among these, “I’ll Always Love My Momma” by […]
In a surprising discovery in Midland, Michigan, contractors found a 34-year-old woman living inside a grocery store sign. The woman had made a makeshift home in the Family Fare sign, equipped with a computer, printer, coffee maker, and other essentials, where she had been residing for about a year. She managed to supply her dwelling […]
In Rochester, New York, a series of incidents involving reckless driving by teens in stolen cars has prompted police action. Over the past 24 hours, five teenagers have been arrested following dangerous driving activities, including a chase that ended with three young suspects aged between 13 and 16 in custody. These events occurred near Franklin […]
An unusually strong solar storm hit Earth, triggering a severe geomagnetic storm warning from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The storm, which arrived earlier than expected on Friday, could disrupt power grids and communications, and is expected to last through the weekend and possibly into next week. It might also produce visible northern […]
Cecilia’s Place officially opened in Rochester on May 10th, 2024, marking a significant step forward in addressing homelessness in the area. Located in the historic Polvino building in Central Park, this new facility is part of the mission-driven efforts of person-centered housing options, which aim to reduce homelessness and rebuild lives. Charlie Albanese, CEO and […]