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Brian Green will be formally sworn in as Monroe County’s new district attorney on Tuesday, Sept. 30. He was appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul following the retirement of Sandra Doorley, who stepped down months after a viral confrontation with police. Green brings a decade of experience in the district attorney’s office and has recently served […]
A new Amerisleep.com survey of over 1,200 Americans found that 37% used their paid time off (PTO) in the past year primarily to rest rather than take a vacation. mainly due to exhaustion and rising living costs. Millennials were most likely to do so (43%), and higher earners were 26% more likely to use PTO […]
YouTube has agreed to a $24.5 million settlement with President Donald Trump over his suspension from the platform, which occurred near the end of his first term following the January 6 Capitol riot. YouTube had cited concerns that Trump’s posts might incite further violence. The settlement also involves Alphabet, YouTube’s parent company. YouTube to pay […]
Electronic Arts, publisher of “Madden NFL,” “The Sims,” and “Battlefield,” agreed to a $210-per-share buyout led by Silver Lake Partners with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and Affinity Partners, valuing the transaction at $52.5 billion ($55 billion including debt). If completed, it would be the largest private equity–financed acquisition to date and end EA’s 36-year […]
The U.S. government is phasing out paper checks for most federal benefit payments starting Tuesday, aiming to reduce fraud and save money. Most recipients already get electronic payments, but those still using checks can switch via GoDirect.gov or by calling 800-967-6857. Some may still qualify for paper checks due to age, disability, or lack of […]
Top lawmakers will meet with President Trump Monday to try to avoid a government shutdown, but both sides remain firmly divided. Democrats are demanding health care extensions, while Republicans push a short-term funding bill. With a shutdown looming Tuesday night, Trump says he expects it to happen. Government shutdown draws closer as congressional leaders head […]
Omaha Mayor John Ewing acknowledged the incident involving boxer Terence Crawford, who was held at gunpoint by police during a traffic stop caught on video. He promised a thorough, transparent investigation and urged the public to remember the positive parade that preceded the event. Police say the stop followed reports of reckless driving, and internal […]
The Greece Police Department is seeking volunteers for its Special Police Unit to help with traffic, crowds, and parking at local events. Volunteers complete 180 hours of training. With low staffing, more community help is needed. Learn more at greecepolice.org/special-police. Greece Police seeking volunteers for Special Police unit
A USPS worker in Rochester was harassed Thursday when a woman struck their mail vehicle with a bottle. The worker was uninjured and called 911 after reaching safety. A 43-year-old woman was arrested in a separate incident. Police say the case appears isolated. Rochester woman arrested after postal worker harassed, vehicle struck
New York State has begun mailing inflation refund checks to 8.2 million households, aiming to help residents with rising costs due to inflation. Most residents are eligible for a one-time payment between $150 and $400, depending on income and filing status. You’re eligible if you filed a state income tax return for 2023, weren’t claimed […]
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