Councillors in England hold significant power over local services. Yet, there's a big question: how do they use research to make decisions that affect people's health and well-being? This is where the Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) come in. These groups were set up to help local
Rochester is in for a snowy New Year's Eve. The National Weather Service in Buffalo predicts 1 to 2 inches of snow starting in the afternoon. More snow is expected overnight, making travel tricky for those heading home from parties. The snow won't stop on January 1st. However, it's expected to be l
Rochester's City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting to tackle Mayor Kim Norton's recent vetoes. The mayor has blocked three council decisions, and now the council needs to muster a majority to override these vetoes. Two of these vetoes are tied to the planned Regional Sports Complex. The f
Rochester is now part of a nationwide project to make it easier for small businesses to succeed. The city was picked to join the Regulatory Justice Initiative, which aims to remove unnecessary rules that slow down entrepreneurs. This project is led by the Mayors Innovation Project and Cities Work at
Rochester is getting a major sports upgrade. The city council just greenlit the outdoor design for a huge sports and recreation complex. This isn't just any project—it's a $65 million investment, funded by the city's sales tax extension that voters approved last year. The complex will sprawl across
Rochester, New York, is quietly becoming a hotspot for people looking to escape extreme weather. This city, known for its manufacturing past, is now attracting folks who want a more stable climate. It's not just the weather that's drawing people in. Rochester has been working hard to tackle climate
Rochester, Minnesota, is seeing some changes in its retail scene. Recently, New Spin, a popular spot for bikes and disc golf gear, closed its downtown location. The store at 401 N. Broadway Ave. Suite 150 is now empty. This closure is part of a broader trend in the area, with other businesses also s
City safety is super important for planning and growing cities. In the past, we only used basic details about people to study city crimes. This wasn't enough to understand the complex and changing nature of crimes. Today, big data is changing the game. We can gather and mix a lot of detailed info fr
Councilmembers in Pittsburg are upset about a website's claims. This website, created by a group against a councilmember running for a different job, says Pittsburg has a high crime rate and no big grocery stores. The councilmembers say these claims are just not true. They think these false claims c
