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Government & Politics

Voter turnout numbers reveal a mixed picture

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | November 6, 2024

The number of votes cast this election year, likely impacted by state-level redistricting, varied by election contest but ultimately did not likely impact the overall results significantly.

Government & Politics

Democrats prevail in key local races

By PAUL ERICSON | November 5, 2024

While former President Donald Trump was leading Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential contest late Tuesday, area Democrats posted strong showings.

Government & Politics

Tracking Election 2024 results

By ROCHESTER BEACON | November 5, 2024

Final voting took place Tuesday in an election year headlined by a tumultuous and highly polarized presidential race but also featuring key local races. The Rochester Beacon is providing live vote-count updates as AP reports them.

Government & Politics

The other 2024 races

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 31, 2024

When Monroe County voters go to the polls on Nov. 5, Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump is not the only decision they will face.

Government & Politics

The debate over New York’s Equal Rights Amendment

By KENT GARDNER | October 22, 2024

On Nov. 5, voters must decide whether to amend the state constitution to expand its prohibitions against discrimination. In this Up for Debate, the Rochester Beacon presents two opposing views.

Government & Politics

In donations, Harris vs. Trump is no contest

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | September 26, 2024

The latest filings for Monroe County show the vice president has raised nearly twice as much as Donald Trump, her Republican rival in this year’s presidential race.

Government & Politics

A new 2024 presidential race

By SMRITI JACOB and JACOB SCHERMERHORN | August 8, 2024

Less than three months away from Election Day, the contest for the White House has been upended by President Joe Biden’s decision to end his candidacy. In a new survey, Rochester Beacon readers share their views on Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump.

Government & Politics

Evans names Rochester’s first chief data officer

By SMRITI JACOB | July 31, 2024

By hiring Dhimant Master for the new role, Rochester joins a select group of municipalities nationwide.

Government & Politics

Morelle to propose constitutional amendment on immunity

By WILL ASTOR | July 17, 2024

Following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that former President Donald Trump has broad immunity from prosecution, Rep. Joe Morelle says an amendment is needed to preserve “not just the rule of law but the very foundation of our constitutional government.”

Government & Politics

Rochester-area lawmakers mark progress in Albany session

By SMRITI JACOB | July 15, 2024

The recently completed legislative session brought millions of dollars in anti-poverty aid and other funding to the region.

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