Government & Politics
Council approves 2025-26 budget in 6-3 vote
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The more than $680 million spending plan, $27 million less than a year ago, includes no increase to the property tax levy.
Government & Politics
The Rochester mayoral money race
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Incumbent Malik Evans has the financial edge over his challengers, Mary Lupien and Shashi Sinha, in the June 24 primary. But each candidate has enough money to fuel a final push.
Government & Politics
Competing visions of Rochester housing
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Each candidate in the upcoming Democratic primary for mayor believes housing is one of the key issues in the race, but their plans to address it are different.
Government & Politics
Conversations with Miguel Meléndez
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The Rochester City Council president says he welcomes a competitive race as he seeks re-election. Over the last couple of weeks, he spoke with the Beacon on what he sees as Rochester’s chief challenges and opportunities.
Government & Politics
Policy debates again stymie NY’s budget
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Discovery law reform and other non-fiscal issues are standing in the way of a new state budget, which already is more than three weeks late.
Government & Politics
Hochul touts budget proposals in Rochester
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The governor visited the area Monday to highlight her Affordability Agenda as well as public safety proposals.
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Immigration crackdown
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President Donald Trump’s decisions to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, halt the arrival of refugees and threaten sanctuary cities have resulted in legal action, fear and dismay.
Government & Politics
Vying to lead the city
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So far, three candidates are expected to face off in the June Democratic primary for mayor of Rochester.
Government & Politics
A deep dive into Monroe County’s 2024 presidential election returns
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Similar to other regions in the country, the county saw lower turnout and Republican vote gains compared with the 2020 election.
Government & Politics
Lightfoot to leave City Council after second term
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Willie Lightfoot Sr. plans to focus on being an entrepreneur and ministry. His term ends Dec. 31.