Recent Stories

EDI’s promise and challenges

The Empire Discovery Institute aims to boost Western New York’s reputation as a hub for life science research and innovation. To do so, however, it must raise more money and clear other hurdles.

Replacing a local restaurant institution

In the space Remington’s occupied for three decades, Lucca Kitchen & Cocktails aims to be a place for people who love food, family and Rochester.

Remembering my sister Jane Glazer … as teacher

After Jane and her husband, Larry Glazer, died in a plane crash five years ago today, they were remembered as successful business owners, boosters of downtown and philanthropists. But teaching, Jane’s brother writes, was her lifelong passion. And for those who knew her as teacher and mentor, she had a lasting impact.

How Rochester’s urban revival ranks

In many U.S. regions, good-paying jobs and college-educated people are returning to cities, reversing suburban flight. New research by urban studies expert Richard Florida offers the opportunity to benchmark Rochester against the nation’s largest cities.

Copyright case awaits further action

Rochester Institute of Technology is once again enmeshed in a dispute with film critic Stanley Kauffman’s estate. A recent circuit court reversal leaves RIT with virtually no options other than settling the suit or taking its chances in a jury trial.

For La’Ron Singletary, trust comes first

The new Rochester Police Department leader says he’s “chief for everyone,” but as an African American he understands why some in the community have little faith they will be treated fairly by law enforcement officers. He plans to earn their trust.

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