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Rochester City Council has adopted a city budget exceeding $700 million for the next fiscal year. The spending plan passed by a 6-to-3 vote. The budget includes a $7.5 million increase in the property tax levy—the first such increase in six years. City officials say the increase will help offset double-digit percentage growth in pension, […]
Rochester Community University Summer Sessions Announced (Friday, June 12, 2026) – The City of Rochester is inviting residents to take part in two free Rochester Community University (RCU) sessions this summer, designed to help strengthen neighborhoods, build community connections, and provide practical tools for community improvement. “Rochester Community University connects residents with the knowledge, resources, and relationships that help strengthen […]
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The City of Rochester invites the public to its upcoming World Cup Watch Party — in the street! Rochester’s soccer fans are invited to cheer on Team USA as it competes against Paraguay. The watch party will be at East & Alexander, which will be transformed into a massive soccer celebration. Large monitors will be […]
More than 100 city students received special recognition Wednesday evening. The Rochester Children’s Scholarship Fund held a ceremony to celebrate some of the top performers from around the Rochester City School District this academic year. The organization offers scholarship money to students who have an average of B or higher. This year, 90% of the seniors who […]
At his state of the county address, County Executive Adam Bello shared video of drivers passing stopped school buses, a violation that could cost up to $300 in fines. News 8 showed that video to county residents, including one clip showing a driver veering onto the sidewalk to pass a stopped school bus. “Can’t nobody be in that […]
WDKX is proud to receive a New York State Proclamation honoring Andrew Langston for his outstanding dedication and service. His leadership, commitment, and passion have helped shape WDKX into the trusted community institution it is today.
The city of Rochester has released a new detailed report that paints a clearer picture of the gun violence in the area. It breaks down incidents, where guns come from and more. The city worked with the organization Brady United Against Gun Violence to put this report together. Mayor Malik Evans says that of the […]
The Rochester City School District is holding its annual resource fair on Wednesday to connect students and families with a range of support services, including housing assistance, mental health care, employment resources, autism support, and grief counseling. The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. at Roberto Clemente School No. 8 on St. Paul Street. […]
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