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Dozens of School of the Arts students walked out Tuesday to protest ICE, saying they fear its impact on their community. Organizers called for abolishing the agency. The protest comes as Congress debates ICE funding ahead of a shutdown deadline. School of the Arts students explain their ICE-protest walkout – WHEC.com
The Rochester Red Wings’ stadium is now called ESL Ballpark after the Monroe County Legislature approved a 10-year naming rights deal with ESL Federal Credit Union in a 27-1 vote. ESL will pay $550,000 in the first year, with payments increasing 2% annually. The agreement could extend up to 30 years. Most lawmakers praised the […]
Rochester City Council President Miguel Melendez released a nearly 400-page report describing homelessness in the city as a growing crisis and calling for expanded shelter options. The report uses government data and community input and comes as advocates push for quicker action. Report warns Rochester already in homelessness crisis
The application period for the ROC Youth Employment Network will be announced by Mayor Malik Evans and Monroe County Executive Adam Bello on Monday. This program offers six to eight weeks of paid internships for people ages 14 to 20. It was originally called the City’s Summer of Opportunity Program, and Monroe County’s Summer Youth […]
Monroe Community College is offering free breakfast to all students at its Brighton and downtown campuses to address food insecurity. The grant-funded program runs weekdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m. through the spring semester. Monroe Community College starts free breakfast program for students
Potholes are causing major vehicle damage in the region, with repairs often costing drivers thousands of dollars. Auto shop owners report an early and active pothole season this year, attributed to an “old-fashioned winter.” The city fills multiple potholes daily but cannot repair those covered by snow or water. Residents can report potholes via 3-1-1 […]
New York’s DMV is introducing a stricter traffic point system later this month. The look-back period expands from 18 to 24 months, making it easier for drivers to face suspension. Common violations like speeding and cellphone use will carry more points, with serious offenses reaching up to eight points. The changes target repeat and high-risk […]
School Districts Closed Today BOCES: Monroe 1 & 2, Batavia BOCES, Mt. Morris BOCES, W-FL BOCES — Closed Colleges & Higher Education: Nazareth College, Roberts Wesleyan College, Keuka College, SUNY Alfred, Finger Lakes Community College, MCC — Closed Child Care, Preschools & Charter Schools Jack & Jill: Opening 2 hours late at all sites Libraries […]
Rochester’s Code Blue program is active as frigid temperatures and low wind chills continue. RTS is offering free bus rides to shelters and warming centers to help people experiencing homelessness or unsafe housing. Anyone can get help at any RTS bus stop, and the cold is expected to last several days. What to know about […]
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