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New York State has launched a new online portal to help families access affordable child care. Governor Kathy Hochul introduced the portal to address the state’s child care crisis, making it easier for families to apply for assistance and find suitable providers. The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) covers 90% of child care costs for […]
In a recent study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, researchers investigate the potential link between bedtime screen use in early adolescents and sleep outcomes after one year. Overall, bedtime screen use was associated with shorter sleep durations and increased sleep disturbances one year later in early adolescence. Research shows that screen use, which includes television, […]
“Pose” star Dominique Jackson will host the fifth annual Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS on September 26 at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The event, organized by the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) and supported by Gilead Sciences, will honor Gap Inc. president and CEO Richard Dickson with the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS […]
A recent study highlights Rochester, NY, as having one of the largest disparities between rent and wage increases in the nation. From 2022 to 2023, Rochester saw a 5.73% rise in median rent, while wages only grew by 3.17%. This imbalance places Rochester fifth on the list of cities where rent outpaced wage growth the […]
Congratulations to Brittney Griner and her wife, Cherelle Griner, on the arrival of their baby boy on July 8. Brittney shared the joyful news during an appearance on CBS Sports’ show “We Need to Talk,” expressing her amazement and love for her son. Reflecting on her new role as a parent, Brittney noted how her […]
Jeffrey Walker, a man from Elma, New York, feels “blessed to still be around” after skydiving from a plane 30 minutes before it crashed, killing the pilot. On Saturday morning, Walker had his first skydiving experience at Skydive the Falls in Youngstown, near Niagara Falls. He described the day as calm and pleasant, with everyone […]
Wildfire smoke from Canada has created a thick haze over Rochester, New York, and extends across the region from New York to Maine. The smoke, originating from wildfires in Alberta and Saskatchewan, has traveled over a thousand miles via the jet stream. As of July 22, 2024, there are hundreds of active fires, categorized by […]
A widespread technology outage is causing major disruptions globally, grounding flights, knocking banks offline, and affecting media outlets. The issue was traced back to a faulty update deployed by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, specifically impacting Microsoft Windows users. CrowdStrike confirmed the incident was not a security breach or cyberattack and is working on a fix. The […]
In the first episode of “Honoring My Enslaved Ancestors,” Code Switch co-host B.A. Parker explores her family’s history at Somerset Plantation in Creswell, North Carolina. Despite passing the site every summer, Parker had avoided visiting it for years. Following the death of her Grandma Doris, Parker grapples with how to honor her enslaved ancestors’ legacy. […]
In anticipation of forecasted high temperatures, Mayor Malik D. Evans announced that the City will conduct a Cool Sweep operation from Monday, July 15, through Tuesday, July 16. City R-Centers, pools, Durand Eastman Beach, some library branches, and spray parks and features will be available so residents can remain safe and comfortable. Some locations will […]