Justice & Public Safety
The debate over dangerousness
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Support for a dangerousness clause in gun charges is gaining popularity, but will it work to bring down violence?
Development
RDDC shares community engagement plan for BID
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The new plan, which includes forums, outreach, office hours and small group interviews, is expected to invite public input.
Justice & Public Safety
Homicide report for 2022 shows mixed results in Rochester
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While the per-capita homicide rate declined last year, Rochester ranked fourth highest among 24 cities tracked by RIT.
Culture
From Rochester to Hawaii and back
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Live looping musician Dave Turner’s homecoming comes with greater balance and appreciation for Rochester.
Community
A deep dive into this winter’s shallow snowfall level
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The 2022-23 season is trending toward historically low cumulative snowfall.
Community
Pet Pride responds to a neverending ‘kitten season’
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A cat sanctuary hopes its $1.2 million expansion can help stem the tide of animal homelessness.
Community
A farm where hope grows
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Western New York’s only community farm inclusive to individuals with intellectual disabilities wants to expand in the face of increasing need.
Community
Lessons from ending apartheid
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At a local event, two former political opponents from South Africa spoke about their peacebuilding experiences and how it could help ease polarization in the U.S.
Culture
Vertices is here to pass the good vibes on
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The Rochester jam band’s Jan. 18 InVERTed festival will feature plenty of music and art.
Community
A potential project flush with options
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A 24/7 restroom could help the homeless and others in downtown Rochester, but questions about cost and security remain.