April Franklin
HostApril Franklin is an occasional local host of WXXI's Weekend Edition.
Before coming to WXXI, April spent 12 years working in the Emergency Department at URMC.
Her passion for community and storytelling led her to earn a bachelor’s degree in journalism and broadcast from SUNY Brockport.
April is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists and the current vice president of the Rochester Association of Black Journalists.
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Rochester native Maia Chaka made history when she became the first Black woman to officiate a game in the NFL’s 102 year history. -
In Rochester, landlords who don't keep their properties safe can still evict tenants. Rochester City Council will review a proposal that would require landlords to keep a property safe and legal for occupancy. -
Long time educator and former chairman of the Rochester-Monroe County Freedom Trail Commission, David Anderson, receives the New York State Liberty medal. -
Homeowners left out of previous pandemic relief programs are hoping that the state’s latest assistance will keep them in their homes. But will the funding reach the people who need it most? -
As part of his neighborhood initiative Rochester Mayor Evans is announcing a new housing quality task force. -
“A Day Without Black Folks and their Amazing Inventions” is the name of the performance by Mentors Inspiring Boys and Girls. -
It’s estimated that about 5.4 million young people in the U.S. are caring for someone in their home, a number that researchers believe is greatly underestimated. There is a lack of programs to support them. -
A coalition of neighborhood associations share concerns over the city of Rochester's efforts to move forward in reviewing a new zoning map. -
The city of Rochester released a a draft of new zoning map to align with its 2034 plan. -
Residents displaced by a fire are receiving help and support from the Perinton community.
