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Pushback to proposal that would allow more boys to try out for girls high school sports teams
Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — Some school districts are expressing concern over a proposal coming out of Albany that could dramatically change who can play what sport in high school. The proposal from the New York State Department of Education would allow any student male or female to try out for any sports team male or […]
Country Icon Added to New York State Fair Concert Lineup
A country icon has been added to the growing list of free entertainment at the New York State Fair. One of the best state fairs in the country is only a month away. Escape artists, jugglers, robots, racing pigs, and splashing sea lions are all part of the fun at every turn.
Zoom interview with Michael Balboni, former NY Homeland Security czar
Former New York state Homeland Security czar Michael Balboni discusses the global IT outage and the risks associated with it. Balboni says some companies are at a greater risk because not all software and technology investments are the same.
Governor Hochul needs to declare a Climate Emergency
On Wednesday, Governor Kathy Hochul stood outside of a church in Rome, NY for a press conference to declare a State of Emergency after the storm system that produced Hurricane Beryl passed through the state and left scars of destruction in communities like the Town of Eden. During the event, she noted the destruction of the roof and steeple behind her were part of a wider path of destruction that hit the city and the surrounding area and tornado warnings were posted from Jamestown to Plattsburgh. Pointing out that her three-year administration had to deal with more historic nature events than probably anybody in history, she added “These extreme weather events are no longer the abnormal. They are the new normal.”
New diploma criteria shape the future of education
As the 2024-25 school year begins, there are two significant changes that have the potential to shape the future of education: the implementation of new criteria to earn a high school diploma, and the revision of the foundation aid formula. These developments represent both challenges and opportunities, and their successful implementation will require the active engagement of our entire community.
AOC blasts colleagues who are "too scared" to publicly say what they think about Biden
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took to Instagram live Thursday evening to make a a fervid argument in favor of President Joe Biden staying on top of the Democratic ticket, Business Insider reported. In a nearly hour-long session, the progressive lawmaker expressed her support for Biden despite the party’s dissonance over...
Biden administration calls for lawyers to help asylum seekers pro bono amid massive backlog
The White House has made an open call for the legal community to provide assistance with immigration and asylum cases, as the backlog of cases remains at historical records. "The administration is announcing a call to action for members of the legal community, including law firms, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to make commitments of pro bono support for those who are unrepresented in immigration proceedings," the White House said in a statement on Wednesday.
Republican businessman Ted Danz hopes for upset in Capital Region state Senate race
The race for an open New York state Senate seat rekindles an old rivalry. In office since 1997, Democrat Neil Breslin is the longest-tenured Senator in the chamber. The 82-year-old from the 46th district decided not to seek another term early this year. Party leaders were quick to promote state Assemblymember Pat Fahy of the 109th district to run in Breslin’s stead this fall, and any other Democrats who had interest in running for Breslin's seat quickly dropped off the radar.
Sammy Hagar Will Not Get To Meet NYS Trooper Who Gave Him ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ Ticket
Here's why a reunion between Sammy Hagar and the New York State Trooper who inspired one of his biggest hits won't get to happen. Sammy Hagar will be performing at SPAC on Monday July 22, 2024. He has some serious history with Upstate New York and our area. However it appears he was going a little too fast and ended up with a now famous speeding ticket.
Hochul notes major L.I. crime reduction
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a substantial decrease in shooting incidents and overall crime rates on Long Island, highlighting the impact of unprecedented state investments in public safety. The data, reported by the Nassau, Suffolk, and Hempstead police departments, shows a 44 percent reduction in shooting incidents with injury, a 15 percent drop in index crimes, and a 16 percent decrease in property crimes compared to the same period in 2023.
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