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New York State Police are ramping up enforcement for distracted driving with the “Put the Phone Away or Pay” campaign from April 6–13. Troopers will use both marked and unmarked vehicles to catch drivers using electronic devices behind the wheel. Distracted driving remains dangerous, causing over 3,200 deaths nationwide in 2024, according to the National […]
Gas prices in the Rochester area have risen above $4 per gallon, continuing a sharp upward trend over the past month. Gas prices were up another 9 cents, topping $4 in Rochester
With Tax Day just two weeks away, New Yorkers are being warned about a rise in tax scams using artificial intelligence (AI). Attorney General Letitia James says scammers are sending fake emails, videos, and phone calls that look real, trying to steal money and personal information. Common scams include: Calls claiming to be from the […]
Monroe County is putting up a paywall for online access to many Clerk’s Office records. While basic details like names and addresses remain free to search, full digital documents now require a subscription—$35/month for New York residents, $100/month for out-of-state users, or $10 for a day pass, plus per-page printing fees. County Clerk Jamie Romeo […]
New York is proposing new rules to crack down on underage sports betting and protect people from gambling harm. The plan includes banning AI-driven promotions, strengthening identity checks, and adding tools to detect risky behavior. Betting platforms could be required to intervene when users show warning signs, with actions ranging from alerts to account suspension […]
Construction on 590 near Monroe Avenue has begun, bringing lane reductions, ramp closures, and longer commutes. The $51.5 million project will replace aging bridges and improve safety, but delays are expected through 2028. While it may frustrate drivers and impact local businesses, many agree the upgrades are long overdue. People react to 590 construction project
Drivers in New York are being denied license renewals due to decades-old issues flagged by new DMV software tied to the National Driver Registry. Some cases involve incidents from 20–40 years ago, including old tickets or medical-related revocations from other states. One Rochester driver was denied over a 2001 Florida seizure-related crash, despite having a […]
Source: WXXI News Published: March 24, 2026 The New York State Board of Regents recently approved new standards requiring K–12 students to learn about the causes, effects, and solutions to the climate crisis. New York is only the second state in the nation, after New Jersey, to mandate climate change education at all grade levels. […]
Tournament MVP Jackson Green scored 15 of his game-high 26 points in the second half, and Penfield (25-1) defeated Amsterdam (23-3), 62-54 in the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Class AA championship game at Visions Veterans War Memorial Arena, Saturday night. The state title is the first in Penfield boys’ basketball […]
Starting this Saturday, a new law across New York State will require most stores to accept cash as a form of payment. The measure is aimed at ensuring access for customers who rely on physical currency instead of cards or digital payments. Under the law, businesses cannot refuse cash for in-person purchases. However, there are […]
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