Terrible, terrible tragedy. I actually asked the admin today to tell us about past CPS contacts, which it appears there were. It will come out. To be clear, the state's review is standard and happens every time a child dies. Monroe isn't asking for something that wouldn't already happen.

Couple charged with murder following toddler’s death in Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Rochester couple is facing murder charges following the death of a 2-year-old boy who police say suffered bruises, bite marks and other injuries while in their care. Roch…

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Greece police chief says town tried to force him out before launching probe

In a notice of claim released Wednesday, Wood says the efforts date to March 11, when Supervisor Jeff McCann demanded his resignation.

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Of note, McCann placed Wood on leave right after Gary Craig's Substack. Yet Wood alleges McCann wanted him gone in March (doesn't say why, though - did McCann know about all this or something else???) Bizarre the story doesn't mention Zenelovic controversy.

Of note, McCann placed Wood on leave right after Gary Craig's Substack. Yet Wood alleges McCann wanted him gone in March (doesn't say why, though - did McCann know about all this or something else???) Bizarre the story doesn't mention Zenelovic controversy.

Town of Greece Chief of Police Michael Wood claims he was pressured to resign in lawsuit filed in Monroe County

Greece Police Chief Michael Wood filed a legal notice of claim against the Town of Greece, Town Supervisor Jeff McCann and the town board, alleging they are trying to force him out of his job.

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A woman came up to me and asked if I’ll be the party’s choice for city council. I said, I highly doubt I will get designated. She said, good then I’m voting for you. 🤣 Party nod is a liability these days! What a time to be alive!

Went to five National Night Out events today: North Winton Village, Beechwood, ABC Streets, Lock 66 and Wadsworth Square. National Night Out events build community among neighbors.

Great episode of John Oliver focused on surveillance tech - and it features a shout out to Andrew Ferguson's @profferguson.bsky.social book YOUR DATA CAN BE USED AGAINST YOU www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnBP...

Police Surveillance Technology: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

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Prudy on way home from dog park this morning

What a great program - formerly incarcerated people are getting their CDL’s and landing $70,000+ a year jobs.

From Rikers to the open road: Program helps detainees land lucrative trucking jobs

Next Mile NYC launched in 2025 and is expanding to people across the city who have had past involvement with the criminal justice system.

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Have noticed more houses on the market. Good luck to all of the buyers — it’s been rough out there for a while.

Rochester housing market improving for homebuyers after being ranked worst in the country

Rochester's housing market is showing signs of improvement for homebuyers after being ranked the worst market in the country just two months ago.

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Caucus members will be asking the Sheriff about guardrails and audits for the ALPR system we use - Motorola.

How rogue officers turned a nationwide camera network into a tool for stalking

Flock’s array of license-plate cameras was built to fight crime. But at least 50 law enforcement officers were charged with or accused of misusing it and other systems.

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I enjoyed this event. While I miss the Park Ave Fest, no new promoter was willing to front the tens of thousands of dollars needed. This iteration benefits the businesses (some did not believe the old festival did for all storefronts)

GALLERY: 2026 Park Avenue Summer Stroll

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"If to be a citizen is not be a voter — then what better is a citizen of the U.S. than a subject of the British Empire — if the boast "I am an American citizen" — means only that I am bound to obey the law of the United States — What mockery!"

Susan B. Anthony Museum president calls newly discovered letter 'exciting'

A letter written by Susan B. Anthony to President Ulysses S. Grant in 1872 was recently sold to a private collector. The letter was not previously known to scholars.

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This should say "alleged" undocumented immigrants. We have no reason to believe the federal government, which changes and ignores immigration statuses. When people are arrested, reporters are trained not to convict them. The consequences for getting this wrong are severe for the people involved.

Customs and Border Protection arrests group of undocumented immigrants in Albion Thursday

A group of undocumented immigrants were arrested on Thursday on a solar farm.

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The city offers excellent programming to kids, but I was shocked to learn only three rec centers are open on Saturdays.

R-Centers offer space for Rochester teens - Rochester Beacon

The city reports a total of 100,000 visits at R-Center locations over the course of the summer.

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It's easy for Conifer to say the 600 issues are "minor" and "routine." For the tenants, this is their home, and they aren't minor at all. This is the only way to get accountability - public scrutiny.

Rochester tenants rally outside Conifer Realty headquarters on University Ave, demand end to public funding

Fed-up tenants rallied outside their landlord's headquarters on Thursday, calling on state and local leaders to stop giving money to Conifer Realty.

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Congratulations to the North Winton Village Association for its first farmers market. It can only grow 🌱 from here!

If you're explaining, you're losing.

The Sheriff's office gave disgraced former Macedon Chief Fabian Rivera a second $20,000 contract to be director of a youth program. Again evading legislative approval. The other director did not get renewed. Background: rachbarnhart.substack.com/p/the-fabian...

The Fabian Rivera Situation Gets More Concerning

Sheriff hired the Macedon sergeant who resigned after driving him home

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Prudy has a lookalike friend this morning

I just had a voter call and ask me why they didn't know about last night's Stonegarden vote. I said because the media didn't cover it. Only one outlet did after the vote. People want to know what's going on in legislative bodies before votes occur!

If Sheriff Baxter wasn't a Democrat, you would not see any Democrats voting for Stonegarden. Not one.

My remarks in Ways and Means when I voted no on Stonegarden grant funding and agreement with Customs and Border Patrol. I said in order to accept the funds, you have to trust President Trump and Sheriff Baxter. I trust neither. On Trump: 1/

Congratulations to Jack's Extra Fancy! I walk there all the time. I don't get the Malort thing, though. 😂

Cozy neighborhood bar in Rochester named one of the best in U.S. | Exclusive

A popular Rochester neighborhood bar has been named one of the best in the country. Here's what you need to know before you go.

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Stonegarden passed out of Public Safety 5-4. President Yversha Roman could have stopped it, as she can vote on any committee, and she chose not to. Based on committee votes, last year only six Dems voted no. This year it appears only six Dems will vote yes.

All kids should have access to music education and instrument lessons.

Rochester arts grants take aim at city school music education

Three of the 12 programs tapped by the city grant program are focused on music education programs in city schools.

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D&C covered RG&E’s letter to Democratic caucus members regarding STAMP

RG&E can't determine impact of data center on ratepayers

RG&E says STAMP data center upgrades won't be paid by ratepayers, but future impacts on electric bills remain uncertain.

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I spoke with @kellycheatle.bsky.social about Operation Stonegarden, today's vote and why I'm a no. www.facebook.com/reel/1043653...