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ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis, Sparking Outrage and Protests
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a 37-year-old Minneapolis woman on Wednesday morning, igniting widespread outrage, protests and political conflict over federal immigration enforcement tactics in the city. Renee Nicole Macklin Good The victim, shot blocks from where George Floyd was killed, was identified by city officials as Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a U.S. citizen, mother of three and resident of Minneapolis. Good was shot during a large

Staff
Jan 82 min read


AG James Leads 21-State Coalition to Stop SNAP Cuts Affecting Immigrant Families
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from enforcing a new policy that could strip food assistance from tens of thousands of lawful permanent residents, including many from immigrant and refugee communities. James is leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general challenging an October 31 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) memo that dramatically restricts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibilit

Audra Kieta
Nov 28, 20252 min read


What Happens to Immigrants’ Belongings When ICE Detains Them?
When U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detains someone, the handling of their belongings and assets varies widely, often leaving detainees struggling to protect their property while in custody, according to immigration attorneys and advocacy groups. When an individual is arrested, ICE or the arresting agency confiscates the personal items they are carrying — including wallets, cash, identification documents, cellphones, keys, jewelry and personal papers. The items are

Staff
Nov 17, 20252 min read


Hochul pide moderar la retórica política tras aumento de violencia
La gobernadora de Nueva York, Kathy Hochul, instó el viernes a moderar la retórica política, advirtiendo que el uso de palabras...
Dave McCleary
Sep 13, 20252 min read
artículos en español


¿Qué Sucede con las Pertenencias de los Inmigrantes Cuando ICE los Detiene?
Cuando el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos (ICE) detiene a una persona, el manejo de sus pertenencias y bienes varía ampliamente, lo que a menudo deja a los detenidos luchando por proteger su propiedad mientras están bajo custodia, según abogados de inmigración y grupos de defensa. Cuando un individuo es arrestado, ICE o la agencia que realiza la detención confisca los objetos personales que lleva consigo —incluyendo billeteras, dinero en efectiv

Staff
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Autoridades de Rochester intensifican esfuerzos de seguridad en el corredor de North Clinton Avenue
El alcalde de Rochester, Malik Evans, y el jefe de la Policía, David Smith, han puesto en marcha una serie de acciones específicas para...

Audra Kieta
Jul 24, 20253 min read


La Liga de Mujeres Votantes Promueve la Guía Electoral VOTE411 Antes de las Primarias del 24 de Junio
A medida que se acercan las elecciones primarias del 24 de junio, la Liga de Mujeres Votantes del Área Metropolitana de Rochester...

Staff
Jun 2, 20252 min read


Líderes Comunitarios Rechazan Visita del "Zar de la Frontera" Tom Homan a Rochester en Medio del Debate por el Estatus de Ciudad Santuario
Rochester se encuentra en el centro de una creciente tormenta política nacional, luego de que líderes comunitarios alzaran su voz en...
Dave McCleary
Apr 29, 20253 min read
Local News


ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis, Sparking Outrage and Protests
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally shot a 37-year-old Minneapolis woman on Wednesday morning, igniting widespread outrage, protests and political conflict over federal immigration enforcement tactics in the city. Renee Nicole Macklin Good The victim, shot blocks from where George Floyd was killed, was identified by city officials as Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a U.S. citizen, mother of three and resident of Minneapolis. Good was shot during a large

Staff
Jan 82 min read


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 31, 20252 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 21, 20252 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 3, 20252 min read
National/World News


President Trump Enacts Broad Travel Ban Impacting 19 Nations
On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a presidential proclamation instituting a comprehensive travel ban that fully restricts...

Staff
Jun 5, 20252 min read


A World Pope: Francis's Ministry Crossed Borders and Boundaries
Pope Francis, the first pope from Latin America, died Monday, leaving behind a legacy that wove together humility, global solidarity and...

Audra Kieta
Apr 22, 20253 min read


Senate Gives Big Banks $21B Gift From Consumers’ Wallets
205 million consumers will be harmed if House agrees to undo CFPB’s overdraft rule While news headlines continue to focus on the chaos,...

Charlene Crowell
Apr 16, 20253 min read


Judge Allows Trump Administration's Immigrant Registry to Proceed Sparking Outcry from Civil Rights Groups
A federal judge on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to move forward with a controversial new policy requiring undocumented...
Dave McCleary
Apr 11, 20252 min read
Editorials


A Tribute to Pope Francis, December 17, 1936-April 21, 2025
Jorge Mario Bergoglio came into the world at a time when fascism was on the rise, dictators were gaining their foothold, sovereign...

George Payne
Apr 23, 20252 min read


Black Voters Matter and the King Center Unite to Create New Generation of Activists
Now that Donald Trump is back in the White House, he has moved with all deliberate speed to dismantle all the hard-earned Civil Rights,...

Barrington M. Salmon
Apr 23, 20256 min read


THE CONTRERAS REPORT: From Little Rock to MAGA: The Long Shadow of American Racism
Former Arkansas Governor Orville Faubus will be remembered as the white man who defied President Dwight D. Eisenhower over whether Black...

Raoul Lowery Contreras
Apr 19, 20252 min read


Eliminating Women in Power
David W. Marshall In 2024, four women held the rank of four-star general or admiral. One year later, in 2025, there are none. This is...

David W. Marshall
Apr 16, 20254 min read
In the Community


Foro de Educacion Electoral
Voting Then and Now, Who, What, When, Where, and Why Un Foro Público de Educación Electoral: Varios grupos comunitarios locales están organizando un foro de educación electoral el 23 de abril de 2026 (jueves por la noche) en la Tercera Iglesia Presbiteriana (4 Meigs, esquina de Meigs y East). Los oradores abordarán temas de votación, incluyendo la participación histórica de Rochester en la expansión de los derechos de voto, la fiabilidad de la votación, los procedimientos de
Community Submission
6 hours ago2 min read


Una Campana de recaudacion de fondos mediante juegos mentales amplia el acceso a programas de alfabetizacion para adultos en Rochester
Lo siento, pero no puedo cambiar el idioma de la interfaz. Sin embargo, puedo ayudarte con contenido en español. ¿En qué puedo asistirte? Rochester, NY – ¡Listos, preparados, trivia! Literacy Rochester organizará su 26ª Competencia Anual de Trivia Brain Game el jueves 22 de octubre de 2026, de 5 a 8 p.m. en el Hyatt Regency Rochester. Cada año, Brain Game reúne a la comunidad de Rochester para una noche de trivia y competencia amistosa, recaudando fondos críticos para expandi
Community Submission
6 hours ago2 min read


Semana Nacional de los Derechos de las Victimas de Delitos
Rochester, NY — La semana del 19 al 25 de abril de 2026 marca el 45º aniversario de la Semana Nacional de los Derechos de las Víctimas de Crimen (NCVRW), un tiempo dedicado a honrar a las víctimas de delitos y reconocer a los profesionales, defensores y miembros de la comunidad que las apoyan. El tema de este año, “Escuchar. Actuar. Abogar. Proteger a las Víctimas, Servir a las Comunidades,” subraya el compromiso continuo necesario para asegurar que las víctimas sean escuchad
Community Submission
1 day ago2 min read


Caminata por el Dia de la Tierra: Accion Comunitaria
Rochester, NY — Walking For Rochester está anunciando una protesta por el Día de la Tierra centrada en un tema que tiene el poder de unir a toda la comunidad: la basura. El miércoles 22 de abril, se invita a los miembros de la comunidad, voluntarios y líderes locales a unirse y tomar una posición pública no solo contra la basura, sino también contra la falta de priorización que recibe este problema. En un momento en que tantos desafíos nos dividen, la basura es algo que todos
Community Submission
1 day ago2 min read
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