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Vice President Kamala Harris is energizing voters in key swing states with the support of celebrities like Usher, Lizzo, and Stevie Wonder ahead of Election Day. On October 19, Usher spoke at a rally in Atlanta, encouraging Georgians to vote for a brighter future, while Lizzo joined Harris in Detroit, emphasizing Michigan’s crucial role as […]
Seneca Park Zoo is hosting the “Afterhours Spooktacular” event now through Sunday, October 20th, offering a fun and spooky evening for families of all ages. The event, which begins after the zoo’s regular hours, will feature activities such as pumpkin carving demonstrations, trick-or-treating, storytelling, Halloween crafts, and more. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to […]
Tyra Banks made a highly anticipated return to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway on October 15, 2024, nearly 20 years after retiring from modeling. The 50-year-old supermodel dazzled the audience as she strutted down the iconic runway in New York City, wearing a silver cape, crystal-studded bustier, and sparkly leggings, all while the crowd […]
TOPS is teaming up with the local organization “Uniting and Healing Through Hope” and “First Student” to host the ‘Stuff the Bus’ Thanksgiving Food Drive. The drive, aimed at ensuring local families can enjoy a holiday meal, will run from October 20 to November 17, 2024. Organizers emphasize that any donation, big or small, can […]
News 8 WROC is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a telethon aimed at supporting those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The hurricanes caused significant damage in Florida, leaving many residents without power and forcing others to find new living arrangements due to destroyed homes. The telethon will take place on Wednesday, […]
A hot-air balloon struck and collapsed a radio tower in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the city’s annual Balloon Fiesta on Friday. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The balloon, carrying three people, safely landed in a field after hitting the tower, which transmits for radio station KKOB-AM. The incident is under investigation by the Federal Aviation […]
The 2024 HBCU homecoming season is here, and campuses across the country are gearing up for one of the most exciting times of the year. Homecoming at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) is more than just a football game—it is an immersive experience that honors the rich history and vibrant culture of HBCUs, bringing […]
The New York State Attorney General’s Office is hosting a gun buyback event in Rochester on Saturday, October 19. The event will take place at the Church of Love Faith Center at 700 Exchange St. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants can turn in working or non-working guns, with no questions asked, in exchange […]
The City of Rochester and the Monroe County Board of Elections are hosting voter registration events throughout this week at its R-Centers. This Friday (10/10) at the Honorable Willie Walker Lightfoot R-Center for Equity on 271 Flint St. It runs from 4 to 6 p.m. and the topic is creating a plan of action to […]
The theme for the 2025 Met Gala has been revealed as “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” focusing on the influence of Black men’s fashion and dandyism from the 18th century to today. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, the exhibit will showcase garments, […]