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New York suing Trump administration over federal funding freeze
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The state is joining 21 others to thwart a policy announced Tuesday that may halt trillions of federal dollars from disbursement.
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New York could get $250M in opioid settlement with Sacklers, Purdue Pharma
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Money from the tentative agreement is likely to be used toward opioid addiction treatment and recovery programs.
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Robert Brooks’ son sues prison staffers, officials for father’s death
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The lawsuit, filed last week, alleges 15 prison staffers at Marcy caused Robert Brooks Sr.’s death on Dec. 10, either by beating him or failing to intervene.
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Public defenders argue their own case
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Locked in contract negotiations, the Monroe County Public Defender Union is pushing for better working conditions to improve their ability to defend clients.
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RPD’s deputy chief of community engagement moves on
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Keith Stith, who spent two years on the job in Rochester, has accepted a new position in New Jersey, his home state.
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Evans to sign Good Cause into law
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Mayor Malik Evans announced his intention to approve Good Cause eviction protections, kicking off a sensitive implementation that will rely on the court’s interpretations.
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On crime, Rochester turned the tide in 2024
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The number of homicides fell for the second straight year, and reported incidents were down across all categories.
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Judge orders Community Resource Collaborative to be liquidated
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The Rochester-based nonprofit misused American Rescue Plan Act funding intended for local organizations that help needy families access housing, food, and other essential services.
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Was the death of an inmate foretold?
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For years, there were red flags about violence by guards at Marcy Correctional Facility. Had they been heeded, would Robert Brooks still be alive?
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Diocese may contest fees rung up in bankruptcy
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In a court filing, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester said it “reserves the right to object” to fees paid to lawyers, consultants, and other professionals in the drawn-out case.