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Former Vice President Dick Cheney had a heart transplant Saturday and is recovering at a Virginia hospital, his office said.

An aide to Cheney disclosed that the 71-year-old, who has had a long history of cardiovascular trouble including numerous heart attacks, had been waiting for a transplant for more than 20 months.

NPR is monitoring the latest details and will keep updating the story on their website.

Rochester, NY – Senator Jim Alesi says he's withdrawing a personal injury lawsuit against a Perinton couple and a homebuilder.

Rochester, NY – In the final part of our series Transforming Rochester Schools, WXXI's Julie Philipp takes us to a school where the teachers are facing a big challenge -- and -- trying out a new incentive program.

Rochester, NY – WXXI's Bob Smith interviewed Rochester City Schools Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard on Wednesday's 1370 Connection.

Albany, New York – Governor Andrew Cuomo is holding private meetings this week with dozens of lawmakers, entertaining them with snacks and policy discussions at the executive mansion.

Rochester, NY – WXXI's Bob Smith interviewed Rochester City Council President Lovely Warren about the upheaval in the mayor's office.

Albany, New York – Cutting the cost of government was the theme at the State Capitol Wednesday, as Governor Cuomo's panel on mandate relief met, and Senators proposed ideas to lower costs for schools and local governments.

Rochester, NY – 20 year old Daren Venable accused of stabbing to death a classmate over the weekend.