Politics

You have until the end of the week to register to vote in next month’s general election. New York state residents have until October 14th to register. You can do so, in person at your local board of elections or by a postmarked application. Forms can be downloaded on the Board of Elections website and […]

46% of Americans say they would likely support Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson’s presidential run. The Black Adam star, said on CBS Sunday Morning that the idea of running for U.S. president is “off the table” because his priority and focus is his family. “It’s off the table,” the pro wrestler turned movie superstar said, repeating […]

It’s official, California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed The Decriminalizing Artistic Expression Act, which restricts the use of rap lyrics as evidence in court in California. During a virtual bill signing ceremony, Newsom was joined by Killer Mike, Tyga, and Meek Mill. Too $hort, YG, E-40, as well as Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. […]

New York’s Attorney General Letitia James sued Donald Trump and his company yesterday, alleging business fraud involving some of their most prized assets, including properties in Manhattan, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Attorney General James’ lawsuit is the culmination of the general’s three-year civil investigation of Trump and the Trump Organization. Three of Trump’s adult children, […]

Are you registered and ready to vote? Early voting kicks off Saturday October 29th, 2022. If you need to find your information because you moved or to double check your polling site click here. Here is the list of dates, times, and locations for the November 2022 General Election early voting for Monroe County. Election […]

After reigning for seven decades on the throne of the United Kingdom, and serving the longest reign than any other British monarch, Queen Elizabeth died at age 96. According to the Royal Family, the queen died “died peacefully” on Thursday afternoon at Balmoral Castle, her estate in the Scottish Highlands. Her son Charles, 73, is […]

As of today, September 1st, new restrictions on handguns and the license to carry in New York State are now in effect. Now, people applying for a concealed carry pistol permit will be required to complete a firearm safety training course, provide four character references and detail their social media history for the state. New […]

After months of waiting, President Biden announced a forgiveness plan that would impact millions of student loan borrowers. The new plan will cancel $10,000 in student loan debt for borrowers who earn less than $125,000 a year, or families who make less than $250,000. In the addition to the partial cancellation, the COVID-19 interest pause […]

Monroe County public defenders have filed to form a union to improve services and avoid being used as a pawn in political conflicts, according to representatives. Monroe County Executive Adam Bello says he supports the right of the attorneys to “unionize and advocate for their working conditions and their clients.” He goes on to say: […]

To encourage fellow NBA fans to vote, they’ve announced they will not hold any games on November 8, Election Day, for the 2022 midterms. Over the next few months, NBA teams will provide information on their state’s voting process and voter registration deadlines in order to help fans make a plan to vote. NBA stated: […]