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New requirements for Social Security recipients mandate that key benefits be accessed only online or in person, leaving many older adults confused and anxious about how this will affect their payments. Starting March 31, phone services will be discontinued, pushing recipients to rely on online platforms or visits to Social Security offices. While President Trump […]
A father and son from Pittsford face serious charges for allegedly creating fake identities to obtain over 30 credit cards, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars in fraudulent payments. Prosecutors report that since January 2015, major financial institutions, including JP Morgan Chase and American Express, flagged suspicious credit activity in Rochester. The duo is […]
Mayor Malik D. Evans on the Passing of School of the Arts Student “I was very sorry to learn about the tragedy involving a 15-year-old Rochester student yesterday. My heart goes out to her family and friends, and community members who were affected. I encourage those who are struggling—or who know someone who is—to seek […]
Generation Z is poised to become a major force in the global economy, making up about 30% of the global population within the next decade. Their income is expected to reach $36 trillion in the next five years and potentially rise to $74 trillion by 2040. Gen Z’s spending habits are significantly influencing the economy, […]
Coffee Connection, a café in Rochester, NY, is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a recovery hub for women overcoming addiction, incarceration, and trauma. Founded and led by Joy Bergfalk for 13 years, the shop provides employment, sober support, and emotional healing. Staff are not seen as clients but as friends and coworkers. Amanda, now […]
Miami-Dade County is recognizing the cultural legacy of its homegrown hip-hop artists by renaming streets in Liberty City after music icons like Rick Ross, Trina, Trick Daddy, and City Girls. Led by Commissioner Keon Hardemon, the initiative also includes plans for murals and aims to promote both cultural pride and economic revitalization in the historically […]
In Utrecht, Netherlands, an innovative and unexpectedly popular livestream called the “fish doorbell” allows viewers to help local fish complete their spring migration. The livestream shows underwater footage from the Weerdsluis river lock, and when viewers spot fish like pike or bream, they can press a button that notifies water authorities to open the lock. […]
This Consumer Alert concerns the safety of your genetic data. On Sunday, 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and the company will be sold to the highest bidder. In a recent interview, weeks before the announced bankruptcy, News10NBC’s Deanna Dewberry asked Ruth Tennen, 23andMe’s senior product scientist, about the controversy surrounding the company and […]
A United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai had to turn back after the pilot discovered they did not have the necessary passport for entry into China. Flight 198, which departed from Los Angeles International Airport at 2 p.m., turned around two hours into the flight and diverted to San Francisco. United Airlines provided […]
In the village of Fairport, a little-known bridge built in 1934 over Thomas Creek on Main Street is set for replacement, as it has been identified as one of the worst bridges in Monroe County, according to Mayor Julie Domaratz. Starting April 14, the section of road will be closed for four months to allow […]
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