Justice Marbury

1 week ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

The event will have food, music, family activities, giveaways, and over 50 local business vendors. Ease on Down Thurston, hosted by the Thurston Brooks Arnett Business Association, will return to the 19th Ward for its 15th year on May 31. The annual community sidewalk sale aims to celebrate businesses of Thurston Village — Thurston Road, Brook Avenue, Arnett Boulevard, and Genesee Park Boulevard. The event will have food, music, family activities, giveaways, and over 50 local business vendors.

2 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

Richmond Futch Jr., a beloved Rochester artist known as the “worship painter,” died on May 10 from health complications. His life and work left a profound imprint on the city he called home. Through his art, Futch worked to uplift the community—especially those facing hardship, including people experiencing homelessness.

2 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

The Genesee Street Corridor Business Association (GCBA) partners with the community to revitalize the Genesee Street area through local initiatives. GCBA supports local businesses, youth programs, and future planning efforts by securing funding for community improvements. The Genesee Street Corridor Business Association is a nonprofit alliance of 19th Ward businesses, churches, schools, and property owners working since 1998 to revitalize Genesee Street.

2 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

A new study shows that trust in pet vaccines is dropping, echoing the decline in confidence toward human vaccines. Many dog owners view vaccines as unsafe, unneeded or ineffective—some even falsely believe they cause autism. Public trust in vaccines—for both adults and children—has declined since the pandemic, fueled by misinformation and skepticism about COVID-19 vaccine safety. A new study led by a School of Public Health researcher finds that this doubt is spilling over into pet vaccinations.

3 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

Graduate students and faculty at the University of Rochester picketed during the May 16 commencement ceremony. The Graduate Labor Union (GLU) is striking for higher pay, stronger representation, and a fair path to unionization. GLU is pushing for a union vote outside the NLRB process, citing concerns about Trump-era board appointees. On May 16, the University of Rochester held its commencement ceremony. However, some graduate students and faculty were outside the ceremony.