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Rochester residents gathered at In Christ New Hope Ministry on Wednesday night to hear the powerful testimony of Sarah Collins Rudolph, the survivor of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama. Rudolph, who was 12 years old when the KKK-planted dynamite exploded on September 15, 1963, lost her sister and three other girls […]
When couples agree to end their union, they can cut paperwork, costs, and stress by filing together instead of suing one another. The New York State Unified Court Sytem (UCS) announced a streamlined divorce process is available whenever both parties have already agreed on financial arrangements, property division, and child custody. Spouses still have to […]
WNBA star Angel Reese showed the gratitude she has for her mother with a surprise birthday gift. During her “Unapologetically Angel” podcast, Reese gave her mother, Angel Webb Reese, a cake and then quickly followed that with a big present. Reese’s mother nearly dropped her birthday cake upon hearing the news. She then broke down as […]
The Crescent Duck Farm in Aquebogue, New York, will euthanize its entire flock of over 100,000 ducks following a bird flu outbreak, marking a devastating blow to the region’s historic duck farming industry. The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was identified after staff noticed unusual behavior among the ducks. The farm, one of Long Island’s […]
In 2024, the U.S. experienced its slowest year for existing home sales in nearly three decades, with only 4.06 million homes sold, according to the National Association of Realtors. Elevated mortgage rates, hovering between 6% and 7% for much of the year, played a significant role in the decline. Additionally, high home prices and limited […]
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at denying U.S. citizenship to children born to parents living in the country illegally. The order, issued shortly after Trump’s second-term inauguration, would revoke birthright citizenship for those born after February 19, 2025, and prevent federal agencies from recognizing such individuals as U.S. […]
Vanessa Bryant, founder of the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, stepped up to support Los Angeles residents impacted by recent devastating wildfires. During the LA Strong Essentials Distribution on January 17 at BMO Stadium, Bryant donated 8,000 pieces of clothing and sneakers to families who had to evacuate their homes. In an Instagram post, Bryant […]
On Sunday, Jan. 12th Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD foundation announced via Instagram that she was giving $2.5 million toward an L.A. Fire Relief Fund started by her charity. The large sum is to support the communities tragically affected by the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. “Los Angeles we stand with you. 🫶🏽” the caption of the post […]
The Eaton Fire has devastated the historic community of Altadena, California, burning over 10,600 acres, destroying 972 structures, and displacing countless families. Among those most affected are Black residents, who have been integral to Altadena’s identity for generations. While media coverage often focuses on celebrity losses, the destruction in Altadena highlights the unequal burden of […]
During National Mentoring Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Greater Rochester has highlighted an urgent need for mentors in the community, as their waitlist has grown to over 130 children. The organization seeks volunteers to help youth reach their full potential through guidance and support. Tyler Landries, Marketing and Events Manager for BBBS, emphasized […]
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