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President Donald Trump is set to declare April 2 as “Liberation Day,” announcing sweeping tariffs on imports in an effort to bolster U.S. manufacturing and penalize foreign countries. The proposed tariffs include 25% on autos, pharmaceutical drugs, lumber, and other goods, with additional levies on Chinese imports for fentanyl-related issues. Trump claims the move will […]
Two Rochester Police Department vehicles were damaged after colliding while responding to a false kidnapping report near the Inner Loop and Scio Street. Officers had received a 911 call claiming an abduction in progress, prompting an urgent response. When police located the vehicle in question, a person fled the scene, escalating the situation. As backup […]
In a break from tradition, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) has canceled its comedic segment for the 2025 Correspondents’ Dinner, meaning comedian Amber Ruffin will no longer headline the April 26 event. WHCA President Eugene Daniels said the board unanimously agreed to shift focus toward honoring journalistic excellence and mentoring emerging reporters. Ruffin, known […]
Jean Rice, a longtime advocate for the homeless and member of Picture the Homeless, passed away at 85. Once homeless himself, Rice helped shift public perception through his activism and civil rights work. He fought for fair treatment and against profiling of the unhoused by police. Known for his intellect and activism, Rice’s life spanned […]
Leaders like Detavio Samuels (Revolt), Roland Martin (Black Star Network), and Robert Johnson (BET founder) discussed the state of Black-owned media in a recent Variety feature. With Revolt transitioning to employee ownership and Martin growing his YouTube-based network, each expressed concern over media bias, lack of ad revenue, and the threat posed by anti-DEI political […]
The E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail websites will be offline from April 9–14 for a major upgrade. The overhaul aims to consolidate services into one platform with a redesigned interface, live chat, and payment options like Apple Pay and Google Pay. The customer service line will also be updated and unified. While customers are encouraged […]
Lake Suwa in central Japan has long experienced the Miwatari, a sacred ice ridge believed to be the trail of a god. However, the phenomenon has not appeared in seven consecutive winters, a worrying sign attributed to climate change. Records of the Miwatari date back to 1443, making it one of the world’s longest-running natural […]
Lizzo will portray trailblazing guitarist and gospel singer Sister Rosetta Tharpe in a new biopic from Amazon MGM Studios. Titled Rosetta, the film will explore Tharpe’s influence on rock music and her struggles as a queer Black woman in mid-century America. Lizzo, who is also a producer, has long advocated for the story to be […]
Kel Mitchell, known from “Kenan & Kel” and “All That,” will star alongside Keely Beirne in the musical Anything Goes at OFC Creations Theatre Center in Brighton. The production runs from April 3–19 and is part of the Broadway in Brighton series. The show features classic songs and a whirlwind romantic plot aboard the S.S. […]
New York State Senator Rob Ortt is advocating for increased police powers to assist federal immigration enforcement, including in sanctuary cities like Rochester. He plans to present his proposal at the Rochester Police Locust Club Union headquarters. The issue gained attention following a video showing Rochester police officers collaborating with Border Patrol and Homeland Security […]
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