A long-term decline of the industry, pandemic-driven losses, staffing shortages and high costs have contributed to a child care shortage.

Parents who have been at home with their young children for months are looking forward to getting back to work. Unfortunately, they may come to…

Progressives and conservatives can agree that self-sufficiency is a worthy goal of social policy. That’s why policy wonks of all stripes support the Earned Income…

In Rochester city schools, perceptions of safety, low school attendance and a lack of trust and connection among students, teachers and staff are some of…

A broad coalition of area community groups, local nonprofits and other organizations is calling on state Education Commissioner MaryEllen Elia to work with its members,…