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ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis, Sparking Outrage and Protests
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a 37-year-old Minneapolis woman on Wednesday morning, igniting widespread outrage, protests and political conflict over federal immigration enforcement tactics in the city. Renee Nicole Macklin Good The victim, shot blocks from where George Floyd was killed, was identified by city officials as Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a U.S. citizen, mother of three and resident of Minneapolis. Good was shot during a large
Staff
Jan 82 min read
WXXI Names Julio Sáenz as First Chief Content Officer Amid Federal Funding Cuts
WXXI Public Media has appointed Julio Sáenz as its first Chief Content Officer, a move station leaders say signals a bold commitment to...
Staff
Jul 31, 20252 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...
Staff
Jun 21, 20252 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...
Dave McCleary
Jun 3, 20252 min read
League of Women Voters Promotes VOTE411 Election Guide Ahead of June 24 Primary
As the June 24 primary election approaches, the League of Women Voters of the Rochester Metropolitan Area (LWV-RMA) is encouraging local...
Staff
Jun 2, 20251 min read
Cooney Unveils $1M State Grant Program for Rochester Nonprofits Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty
State Sen. Jeremy Cooney on Friday announced a new $1 million state grant initiative to support Rochester-area nonprofits as many face...
Staff
May 17, 20251 min read
Rochester Officials, WXXI Push Back Against Federal Move to Defund Public Media
Local leaders and public media advocates are raising strong objections to a new executive order from the Trump administration that aims...
Alayna Delice
May 5, 20253 min read
Community Leaders Reject Border Czar Tom Homan’s Visit to Rochester Amid Sanctuary City Debate
Rochester is at the center of a growing national political storm after community leaders spoke out against the visit of former ICE...
Dave McCleary
Apr 29, 20253 min read
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NYSEG and RG&E Remind Customers Help Is Available After Winter Heating Season
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are encouraging customers who may need extra support to explore financial assistance programs available at this time as winter heating protections conclude. Customers who need help with unpaid bills are urged to reach out as soon as possible so the Companies’ customer care team can help identify solutions to keep service connected. “We want customers to know we’re here to help and where to get that he
Emerging Artist Competition "Joseph Eduardo" Finals
Rochester, NY - Save the Date for the Emerging Artist Competition “Joseph Eduardo” Finals, a production of the Rochester Oratorio Society. Enjoy thrilling performances from rising stars live and in person. Then, feel the anticipation as our esteemed judge announces the grand prize winner during this one-of-a-kind evening of opera arias. Date: May 16, 2026 Location: Hochstein Performance Hall
UNA CUMBRE GRATUITA PARA LAS FAMILIAS QUE LUCHAN CONTRA EL ABUSO DE SUSTANCIAS
Rochester, NY — Mientras familias de todo el país continúan respondiendo a la creciente crisis del consumo de sustancias, el Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Monroe, la ciudad de Rochester, Facing Fentanyl y la División de Nueva York de la Administración para el Control de Drogas de EE. UU. (DEA por sus siglas en inglés) celebran una Cumbre Gratuita sobre las Familias por Consumo de Sustancias de 11 a.m. a 4 p.m. el sábado 18 de abril en East High School, 1801 E.
Harley School & Rochester Ecology Partners Launch Weeklong “Health Benefits of Nature” Series
ROCHESTER, N.Y. —The Harley School, in partnership with Rochester Ecology Partners, will host a weeklong, community-centered event series from April 6–11 exploring the powerful connection between nature and human health. The “Health Benefits of Nature” initiative will bring together students, families, educators, researchers and community members for immersive, hands-on experiences and conversations designed to deepen understanding of how time outdoors supports mental, phy
NYSEG and RG&E Hiring for Seasonal CustomerService Roles Across New York
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are hiring at multiple locations across their service areas. The Companies are looking to fill 39 seasonal union customer service positions. These roles offer a chance to stay active while serving our neighborhoods and working independently. Team members spend their days out in the community, visiting homes and local businesses, helping customers with everyday services like payments and meter readin
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