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Jamie Peterson of Rochester, NY, is raising awareness about lead poisoning after her son Ryder tested with an alarmingly high blood lead level of 182—nearly four times the emergency threshold. Peterson moved into a rental property in 2021, unaware it contained lead hazards. Her son, then 18 months old, showed developmental delays and was diagnosed […]
July 2nd is Austin Steward Day, one of Rochester’s first Black business owners and a prominent abolitionist. Organized by the Community Justice Initiative, the celebration takes place at the Arnett Library and includes community discussions, reenactments, and the presentation of the Austin Steward Award to three local changemakers. Steward, a freed slave, played a pivotal […]
Community activists, faith leaders, and legislators are urging Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley to drop charges against Cyonna Badger, a mother charged with criminally negligent homicide and endangering the welfare of a child after her 7-year-old son, Hakeem, was fatally struck by a U-Haul while crossing the street. The tragic incident occurred on July […]
Javier Ortiz, student council president at Rochester Early College International High School, is being recognized by the Rochester City School District’s “Countdown to Graduation” campaign for his leadership and personal growth. Initially a shy freshman, Ortiz emerged as a community leader thanks to supportive teachers and opportunities like attending the National Student Leadership Congress. As […]
Camp Good Days, a nonprofit known for supporting families affected by cancer, has expanded its community outreach by launching Project T.I.P.S. (Trust, Information, Programs, and Services), a summer initiative to build stronger connections between Rochester residents and law enforcement. The program kicked off with door-to-door surveys gathering quality-of-life data, followed by a community cookout featuring […]
The Rochester City School District (RCSD) recognized seven standout staff members as “Educators of the Year” for 2025, honoring those who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to students and community. Established in 2021, the annual awards celebrate educators nominated by parents, students, and local community members. The honorees include Jamie Lustig (Administrator), […]
Recognition for Community Heroism Local restaurateur and 2022 News 8 Remarkable Woman awardee Evangela ‘Van’ Stanley received a brand-new Hyundai Kona as part of the 2025 Salute to Heroes campaign by Rochester-area Hyundai dealerships. Honoring a Community Leader Stanley, owner of People’s Choice Kitchen on Brooks Avenue, is widely known in Rochester for her generosity […]
The tragic drowning of 3-year-old Trigg Kiser, son of TikTok influencers Emilie and Brady Kiser, has sparked an urgent conversation around pool safety. Trigg was found unresponsive in a backyard pool in Chandler, Arizona, and was later pronounced dead after nearly a week of hospitalization. The incident is under investigation. In the wake of this, […]
A group of bus passengers traveling from Buffalo to New York City were left stranded for hours on Jefferson Road in Rochester after their vehicle was involved in an unspecified crash. According to passengers, the driver left them in a Golden Corral parking lot and did not return. The group waited over three hours before […]
Rochester is emerging as a quiet refuge for Americans fleeing climate disasters like wildfires and hurricanes. Residents from California and Puerto Rico cite affordable housing, progressive climate policies, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, and abundant water as key reasons for relocating. Though there is no clear demographic trend yet, experts predict climate migration will rise in coming decades. […]
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