Watch Live Here: House Votes on Trump’s Impeachment
December 18, 2019
Monroe County Election Results 2019
November 6, 2019
Written by Jasmine The 2019 Primary Elections have officially wrapped and some of the offices have changed in leadership. First and foremost, congratulations goes out to newly appointed Monroe County Court Judge Karen Bailey Turner! She made history last night by becoming the first African American to hold the position. Democrat Michael Dollinger won the […]
PAB Now Accepting Applications
November 15, 2019
Written by Jasmine After the results from the primary election were so overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed Police Accountability Board, the Rochester City Council has opened the window for applicants who wish to serve in this new position. Applications will be accepted from now until Wednesday, November 27, 2019. Although the police union is […]
Ukrainian Airplane Crashes In Iran, Killing All 176 Passengers
January 8, 2020
A Ukraine International Airlines Boeing 737 passenger jet crashed in Tehran, Iran Wednesday morning shortly after takeoff. The Kiev-bound airplane was carrying 176 passengers and crew, all of whom tragically lost their lives. Ukrainian and Iranian officials believe it was a mechanical issue that brought down the aircraft, just minutes after taking off from Imam […]
The Results Are In For The 2019 Local Elections
November 6, 2019
Written by DJ Sight There were a few upsets in this year’s Monroe County Primary Elections. Adam Bello pulls a victory over Cheryl Dinolfo to become the first Democratic Monroe County Executive in 30 years. Reports say, this year Monroe County had a larger turn out then past elections. This year was the 1st time […]
New Law For Purchasing Tobacco Products Begins
November 15, 2019
Written by DJ Sight Effective Wednesday, November 12th, a New York state law goes in effect that states people must be at least 21 years of age to buy tobacco products. Governor Andrew Cuomo announced this back in July and 16 other States are on board with raising the age to 21 for purchase of […]
Senator Kamala Harris Proposes Bill to Extend School Hours
November 8, 2019
Written by Jasmine California State Senator and Democratic Presidential Candidate, Kamala Harris, has proposed a bill that would extend school hours until 6 p.m. to align with working parents’ work hours. The Family Friendly Schools Act works to better support working families by eliminating the need for costly after school childcare and transportation. This legislation […]
Lawmakers Push to Allow Alcohol Sales in Movie Theaters
December 3, 2019
Written by Jasmine Have you ever wanted to go to a movie theater to catch a great film, eat some great popcorn AND have a cocktail? Well, this dream may actually be turning into reality for movie theaters in New York state. A state bill, which has actually been in the works for years, would […]
NYS Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Ban Virginity Exams
December 3, 2019
Written by Jasmine If you’re familiar with popular culture, specifically in the realm of Hip Hop and/or reality TV, then you’ve probably already heard Tip “T.I.” Harris explain to the world how he goes to the gynecologist with his daughter every year to monitor her virginity. After stirring up controversial debate about the subject, the […]
