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Written by Jasmine The Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida is currently recovering after an active shooter opened fire, injuring at least 11 people and killing 3 including himself. The Pensacola Naval Air Station currently employs more than 16,000 military personnel and 7,400 civilians and is currently on lock down, closed to all non-essential personnel. […]
The recent wildfires in Australia have destroyed over 12 million acres of land, more than 2,000 homes and have killed 24 people and estimated 480 million animals. Researchers fear that entire species have been wiped out due to the fires, which have been burning since September. Thanks to Australian investigators, they believe they have found […]
Written by DJ Sight A Monroe County jail deputy had to be rushed to the hospital over the weekend after coming in contact and having a negative reaction to some kind of substance that was in an envelope. The situation is still under investigation. Read more about this story here.
Written by Jasmine The 2019 Primary Elections have officially wrapped and some of the offices have changed in leadership. First and foremost, congratulations goes out to newly appointed Monroe County Court Judge Karen Bailey Turner! She made history last night by becoming the first African American to hold the position. Democrat Michael Dollinger won the […]
After being arrested Thursday in Miami after an arguing with a music promoter. Jonathan Kirk aka DaBaby has been released from jail on a misdemeanor battery charge while awaiting a court date. The Grammy-nominated rapper allegedly got into an arguing with a music promoter over payment for a performance, according to authorities. An argument broke […]
Written by Jasmine This week we learned about the mid-year staff cuts for the Rochester City School District. In order to tame a $30 million budget deficit, the district plans to layoff more than 150 RCSD employees. According to the Rochester Teacher’s Association, layoffs will include 152 teachers, 32 non-teaching employees, 22 paraprofessionals and 12 administrators. […]
Written by DJ Sight Well for the first time ever, Rochester City School District students in grades 9-12 received Chromebook laptops. Some students will even receive free internet service if eligible. This is an effort involving the One Million Project Foundation and a great start for the new school year. Students in the Rochester City […]
Written by Jasmine After the results from the primary election were so overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed Police Accountability Board, the Rochester City Council has opened the window for applicants who wish to serve in this new position. Applications will be accepted from now until Wednesday, November 27, 2019. Although the police union is […]
Written by Jasmine On Wednesday, September 4th the WDKX Jam Squad made their way over to Taste Of The Bahamas restaurant located at 4705 Lake avenue, right by Charlotte Beach. The owners and staff had it in their hearts to host an impromptu benefit at their restaurant to raise money for those affected by the […]