Health & Science
FLPPS, Common Ground Health-Rochester RHIO to combine
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FLPSS CEO Carol Tegas is slated to lead the new organization after the merger is finalized April 1.
Community
Meléndez releases report on homelessness
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The Rochester City Council president calls for a city-county emergency declaration on homelessness, among other recommendations.
Justice & Public Safety
In the grip of ICE
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Omar Ramos Jimenez, a Mexican citizen who has lived in the U.S. for more than 20 years, went to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Batavia facility two months ago for a routine check-in. Instead, he was taken into custody.
Community
Hochul visit highlights child care pilot program
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The governor attended the official opening of Penfield’s new Irene Skalny Childcare Center to underscore a $20 million effort to improve access to child care throughout Monroe County.
Government & Politics
Are City Council members underpaid?
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Backlash prompted Rochester councilmembers to rescind the big raise they approved in December, but those who supported the increase say it’s still needed given the work required by their elected positions.
Justice & Public Safety
Students charged in ‘Wanted’ posters case accept plea deal
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The four students, who had faced a felony count, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of intentionally damaging University of Rochester property.
Education
The ShinShinim divide in Pittsford
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The ShinShinim program run by the Pittsford schools and the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester is a cultural exchange that brings Israeli high school graduates here. Some parents praise the program, but others say Muslim students have felt traumatized by it.
Justice & Public Safety
New argument over the PAB
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Rochester’s Police Accountability Board was in appellate court this week seeking to reclaim the authority to subpoena and investigate officers. Amid the uncertainty, the board continues to release oversight investigations and policy recommendations.
Food & Agriculture
Judge confirms contract for apple pickers at Wayne County farm
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In his ruling, Wayne County Judge Richard Healy rejected Wafler Farms’ challenges to the contract awarded earlier this year by the state’s Public Employment Relations Board.
Environment
A climate agenda under strain
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Delayed rules, limited electric capacity, and wavering priorities have put New York’s Climate Act at a critical juncture. Without clearer direction, the state risks losing ground on both economic development and climate progress.