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A study of U.S. children born between 1978 and 1992 found that class-based inequality widened sharply among white families, while racial inequality between white and Black children narrowed greatly.
In an April 17 online event with the Beacon, Superintendent Eric Rosser discussed his goals for the Rochester City School District and progress since he started on the job last July.
After eight years at the Rochester Museum and Science Center, Hillary Olson is leaving for a position in Delaware.
Why are the people who invented lacrosse not being allowed to play when it returns to the Olympic stage?
In the mayor’s speech, there was no mention of the need to fix the decades-old, failed approach to educating Rochester city school students.
The presentation highlighted implemented recommendations related to dismantling structural inequity but stressed work remains to be done.
Weekend premiere performances feature the first cello concerto by Jennifer Higdon, a contemporary American composer who has both a Pulitzer Prize and Grammy awards to her name.
Adam Eaton’s fine art photography book project, “Black Is Beautiful,” draws from five years of Eaton’s work, connecting with and featuring the community.
The two-day event comes as the organization eyes an expansion of services in the state outside of New York City.
As the United States prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, Trump administration immigration policies and an executive order on birthright citizenship have raised fundamental questions about who can be an American. In a new survey, Rochester Beacon readers share their views.
The county’s 2026 budget is an opportunity to redirect family policy away from racial discrimination, implicit bias, and suspicion of neglect.
The Dec. 8 presentation of the film, which focuses on U.S. immigration policies, will be followed by a panel discussion.
The county Department of Environmental Services last month held its first public meeting in its effort to identify and address vulnerabilities due to climate change.
The cafe, which will open to the general public next month, helps individuals with developmental disabilities transition into the workforce.
As the social justice organization ends its operations, an upcoming exhibit will highlight its legacy.
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.
At Crust Pie Co., Rebecca Vang serves pastries that blend family, culture, and community.
Legal filings, membership tensions, and dueling narratives about whether a board member resigned or was pushed out have brought Oak Hill’s high-profile lawsuit to trial. The proceedings begin Dec. 1.
The self-taught artist, known for his skateboard-inspired cartoon style, is sharing his creativity with beer labels.
Performing Arts in Rochester, a newly launched nonprofit, hopes to help artists connect with sponsors and patrons.
Monroe County’s suburbs elected more Democrats than ever in November. Is this an indication of a lasting enrollment shift or a cluster of fluke victories?
Twenty-six nonprofits received funding for technology upgrades, leadership development and other capacity-building needs.
Monroe County identified 299 cases of lead poisoning last year as officials stress the need for continued testing and prevention.
For Teresa and Nigel Ramoutar, a remodeling project became the foundation for a company that designs and produces premium home furnishings.