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Gov. Hochul: ‘Statewide Discrepancies’ in application of Bail Law reforms
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Speaking in a gaggle with reporters Monday afternoon following a funding announcement surrounding public safety, Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the topic of Criminal Justice reforms, specifically Bail Reform Laws. These were first enacted in 2019 under then-Governor Andrew Cuomo, initially taking effect in 2020, and ended cash bail for misdemeanors, as […]
Glens Falls kindergartener escapes school, found in nearby pond
A kindergartener at Kensington Elementary School wandered off during school hours on Monday and was found uninjured inside a nearby pond. The school is now increasing safety measures to ensure this doesn't happen again.
Buffalo Diocese to close nearly 80 parishes and worship sites in Western NY
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo will close nearly 80 parishes and worship sites in Western New York due to financial trouble, the diocese announced Tuesday. The Buffalo Diocese initially recommended 40 churches to close or merge in June, four years after filing for bankruptcy. The diocese is also facing declining numbers in priests, parishioners and donations as it also pays out at least $100 million to settle nearly 900 cases of child sex abuse.
James Earl Jones dies at 93 in New York home as Star Wars and Lion King legend remembered
JAMES Earl Jones has died at age 93. The iconic actor, known for his roles in The Lion King, Field of Dreams, Star Wars, and more, died on Monday morning at his home in New York. Further details about his passing were not immediately available, according to Deadline. Fans took to social media to pay tribute to […]
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