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The CDC is investigating a Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened 145 people across the U.S., with New York reporting the most cases. One key correction: Cyclospora is a parasite—not a bacterium—and the source is still under investigation. NY most affected by diarrhea parasite outbreak: CDC
Doctors in Rochester say more kids and teens are getting hurt in e-bike and e-scooter crashes. Some have broken bones, but head injuries can be much more serious. Doctors say many injured riders were not wearing helmets. Even though e-bikes look like regular bikes, they can go very fast. In New York, riders must be […]
Two 21-year-old Rochester men were killed in a wrong-way crash on Rochester’s Inner Loop early Friday after a driver allegedly traveled the wrong way and hit their car head-on. The alleged wrong-way driver was critically injured, and a third driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The crash remains under investigation. Two killed, one critical after wrong-way crash […]
State aid to Rochester city schools fell short of expectations by several million dollars and now the district is changing plans ahead of next school year to bridge the gap. The shortfall comes as the Rochester City School District was already managing budget pressures from declining enrollment and rising costs. District officials said the difference […]
Legendary music industry executive Clive Davis, whose visionary leadership launched Arista Records and J Records, passed away Monday at his home in New York City at the age of 94. Throughout his remarkable career, Davis played a pivotal role in discovering, developing, and elevating some of music’s most iconic artists, including Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, […]
Nearly 3 million eligible homeowners in New York will receive more than $2 billion in property tax relief through the School Tax Relief (STAR) Program. Most homeowners will get $350–$600, while eligible seniors can receive $700–$1,500. Checks are already being mailed and should arrive before school tax deadlines. NY giving eligible homeowners over $2B in tax relief checks […]
New York is moving toward a competency-based diploma system that could eventually replace Regents exams. Instead of relying on traditional tests, students would demonstrate skills through projects, career-focused learning and other assessments. The transition is expected to take place over the next three to five years. NY moves toward new competency-based diploma system
New York will replace all SNAP and benefits cards with new chip-and-tap cards under the FY 2027 state budget to help prevent benefits theft. The upgrade aims to combat skimming scams that steal recipients’ card information and drain benefits, often shortly after they are loaded each month. Officials say the new technology will provide stronger […]
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The Monroe County Board of Elections must have your voter registration by the end of the day in order to vote in this Primary Election! To do so, visit this link (https://www.monroecounty.gov/elections-voter) Primary Election Day is June 23rd from 6:00 AM until 9:00 PM! Early voting takes place Today, June 13th until June 21st! You […]
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