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AG James Leads 21-State Coalition to Stop SNAP Cuts Affecting Immigrant Families
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from enforcing a new policy that could strip food assistance from tens of thousands of lawful permanent residents, including many from immigrant and refugee communities. James is leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general challenging an October 31 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) memo that dramatically restricts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibilit
Nov 282 min read
What Happens to Immigrants’ Belongings When ICE Detains Them?
When U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detains someone, the handling of their belongings and assets varies widely, often leaving detainees struggling to protect their property while in custody, according to immigration attorneys and advocacy groups. When an individual is arrested, ICE or the arresting agency confiscates the personal items they are carrying — including wallets, cash, identification documents, cellphones, keys, jewelry and personal papers. The items are
Nov 172 min read
Hochul pide moderar la retórica polÃtica tras aumento de violencia
La gobernadora de Nueva York, Kathy Hochul, instó el viernes a moderar la retórica polÃtica, advirtiendo que el uso de palabras...
Sep 132 min read
Latino Trump supporters having buyers remorse since 2024 election
Latino voters helped deliver a historic boost to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, giving him nearly half of their votes...
Aug 182 min read
Family, Community Mourn East High Graduate Killed in Crash
The family of Ricardo Carrero Chico, who was tragically killed in a car accident, started a GoFundMe campaign to help with funeral...
Jul 272 min read
Beloved Rochester Jazz Icon Chuck Mangione Dies at 84
The Rochester community and music lovers around the world are mourning the loss of legendary jazz musician Chuck Mangione, who passed...
Jul 252 min read
Rochester officials step up safety efforts in North Clinton Avenue corridor
Rochester Mayor Malik Evans and Police Chief David Smith have launched a series of targeted actions to combat drug activity, gun...
Jul 232 min read
Video Shows ICE Detaining U.S. Citizen in Rochester, Sparking Outcry
A viral video showing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents detaining a U.S. citizen in Rochester has sparked outrage...
Jun 212 min read
President Trump Enacts Broad Travel Ban Impacting 19 Nations
On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a presidential proclamation instituting a comprehensive travel ban that fully restricts...
Jun 52 min read
Delgado Challenges Hochul in 2026 Gubernatorial Primary, Emphasizing Afro-Latino Identity and Working-Class Roots
Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado officially launched his campaign Monday to unseat Governor Kathy Hochul in the 2026 Democratic...
Jun 32 min read
Rochester Reaffirms Sanctuary City Status Amid DHS Designation Controversy
Rochester officials are standing firm on the city’s sanctuary policies following the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) recent...
May 312 min read
Emergency Eviction Notice Sparks Outcry for Rochester’s Elderly and Disabled Residents
Approximately 75 elderly and disabled residents of Danforth Towers and Hudson Ridge Towers in Rochester, New York, have been informed...
May 212 min read
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