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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 312 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 212 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 32 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 21 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 171 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 53 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 293 min read
Evans Refutes Misconduct Allegations, Touts Achievements as Irondequoit Supervisor
Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andraé Evans is pushing back against efforts to remove him from office, calling the petition "unfounded" and...
Dave McCleary
Apr 232 min read
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LA OFICINA DEL MÉDICO FORENSE DEL CONDADO DEMONROE BUSCA AYUDA PARA IDENTIFICAR A UNAPERSONA FALLECIDA
ROCHESTER, NY — La Oficina del Médico Forense del Condado de Monroe está buscando la ayuda del público para identificar a un hombre que murió el 20 de octubre de 2025 después de ser atropellado por un vehículo la noche anterior mientras andaba en bicicleta en el vecindario de Marketview Heights de Rochester. El hombre montaba u bicicleta hacia el norte en la Scio Street cerca de Woodward Street alrededor de las 7 p.m. del 19 de octubre cuando fue atropellado por un vehículo e
PRESIDENT MELÉNDEZ INVITES COMMUNITY TO DONATE FOOD FOR THOSE IN NEED
Rochester, NY - City Council President Miguel A. Meléndez, Jr. will join local elected officials, Foodlink and the Rochester Red Wings on Saturday, Nov. 8 for a community food collection at Innovative Field. “I am getting questions every day from community members wondering how they can help during the ongoing lapse of SNAP funding due to the federal government shutdown,” President Meléndez said. “This food collection is a great way to help the most vulnerable residents of ou
Career Pathways Training Program
The Career Pathways Training Program supports education and training for roles in these high-demand fields while addressing statewide workforce shortages. Rochester, NY — Finger Lakes Performing Provider System (FLPPS) is excited to continue its Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program , providing funded education and training opportunities, along wit h tutoring, educational case management, and support services for eligible individuals looking to start or advance their caree
FOODLINK AND THE ROCHESTER RED WINGS HOST COUNTY-WIDE FOOD DONATION DRIVE
Rochester, NY – County Executive Adam Bello, Mayor Malik Evans, Congressman Joe Morelle and the Rochester Red Wings have teamed up to sponsor a food donation drive on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Innovative Field. Donated items will go directly to Foodlink, which, as the region’s food bank, will distribute the products to food pantries and other non-profit organizations that serve food-insecure individuals, especially those affected by the delay in SNAP be
Empty Bowls Event Tomorrow at Kodak Center
A FUNDRAISER TO END HUNGER Rochester, NY – On Thursday, November 6th, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) will host the 22nd edition of Empty Bowls, from 5:30pm to 8pm at the Kodak Center in Rochester. Empty Bowls is an international grassroots movement to end hunger. In Rochester, our guests will have the opportunity to select and keep a handcrafted bowl made by local artists and community members. These one-of-a-kind bowls serve as a reminder of al
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