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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 […]
The transition of power on Inauguration Day involves a meticulous operation as the White House staff works with precision to move out one first family and prepare for the next. President-elect Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump return to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for a second time, making the process smoother due to their familiarity […]
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump commuted the sentence of Dominic Pezzola, a Rochester native and member of the Proud Boys, who was involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Pezzola, initially sentenced to 10 years in prison, had his sentence reduced to time served as of January 20, 2025. […]
Avise Parsons, actress in Haus of Vicious, recounts her traumatic experience escaping the 2025 Eaton Fire, which ravaged Altadena, California. The fire, one of the most destructive wildfires in California’s history, burned over 14,000 acres, claimed 16 lives, and caused an estimated $10 billion in damages. Parsons evacuated with only her birth certificate and a […]
Ryan Corbett, a Dansville, NY resident detained by the Taliban since 2022, has been freed in a prisoner exchange. Corbett and another American were released in exchange for Khan Mohammed, who had been serving life sentences in the U.S. since 2008. Corbett’s family, who evacuated Afghanistan in 2021, expressed gratitude to Presidents Biden and Trump, […]
Ohio State triumphed over Notre Dame 34-23 in the College Football Playoff National Championship game, clinching its sixth national title and first in a decade. The victory marked the conclusion of the sport’s inaugural 12-team playoff. Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard’s critical 56-yard pass to Jeremiah Smith in the fourth quarter secured the win, ending Notre […]
In a series of executive orders, Donald Trump aimed to reshape U.S. policies across various areas, primarily focusing on immigration and energy. Key actions included: Ending Birthright Citizenship: Trump targeted automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants, effective within 30 days. Exiting the WHO: An order was signed for the U.S. […]
Rochester City School will be closed on Tuesday due to the bitter cold temperatures and wind chills. The Mayor says the city will open all its R-Centers on Tuesday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Snacks and dinner will be provided. R- Center Locations: Adams R-Center, 85 Adams St., 585-428-7266 Avenue D R-Center, 200 Ave. […]
Navigating the homebuying process can be overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers. To address this, the Nathan Wenzel Team at Howard Hanna Realty is hosting a free “How to Buy a House” class on January 25 at 10 a.m. at Neutral Ground Coffeehouse in Pittsford. This class, part of a nationally certified program, is tailored to […]
Martin Luther King Jr.’s life demonstrates how anger, when channeled constructively, can drive transformative change. A pivotal moment occurred during his teenage years when he was forced to give up his bus seat to white passengers, igniting a deep anger that stayed with him. While this anger initially risked fostering bitterness, King later realized its […]
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