PRESS RELEASES

  • Malik Evans Wins Second Term as Rochester Mayor

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Today, voters overwhelmingly selected Mayor Malik D. Evans to serve a second term as Mayor of the City of Rochester. “Tonight marks not just a victory, but a renewed promise to Rochester’s future,” Mayor Evans said to a crowd of supporters Tuesday night. “I am deeply honored by the trust voters have placed in…

  • Mayor Malik Evans Receives Endorsement From Assemblyman Harry Bronson

    For Immediate Release June 19, 2025 Contact: kelsey@malikevans.org Rochester, N.Y. Thursday morning, incumbent Rochester Mayor Malik Evans welcomed the endorsement of long-time partner in government, Assemblymember Harry Bronson, ahead of the Democratic Primary election on June 24. In the last four years, Mayor Evans and Assemblymember Bronson have worked hand-in-hand to deliver real results for Rochester.…

  • County Executive Adam Bello EndorsesMalik D. Evans and “Team for Rochester”

    Rochester, N.Y. – Monroe County Executive Adam J. Bello has announced his enthusiastic support and endorsement of Mayor Malik D. Evans and the Team for Rochester, which includes City Council candidates Niner Davis, Josie McClary, LaShunda Leslie-Smith, as well as incumbents Mitch Gruber and Miguel Melendez. “Mayor Malik Evans and I have built an historic partnership…

  • Shawanda Evans to Vote Early In Democratic Primary at Staybridge Suites

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jun. 13, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelsey Sackett, kelsey@malikevans.org To mark the start of early voting, Shawanda Evans will be casting her ballot early in the Democratic Primary. Mayor Malik Evans will be accompanying her to the polls.  DATE:    Saturday, June 14 TIME:     9:30 am LOCATION:  Staybridge Suites           1000…

  • Mayor Malik Evans Releases New Campaign Ad

    Rochester, NY – Rochester Mayor Malik Evans has released a new campaign commercial entitled “Big Difference” built around his unifying slogan, “We Not Me,” showcasing real stories from local residents. The TV spot highlights the Evans administration’s successes and his deep commitment to economic empowerment, public safety, the strengths of our neighborhoods, and our youth. The ad…

  • Mayor Evans Announces Growing List of Endorsements Ahead of Democratic Primary

    Rochester, NY – Mayor Malik Evans has been a longstanding champion for labor and workers’ rights during his tenure as Mayor and during his time in public service. Today, Mayor Evans proudly announces a broad coalition of labor endorsements which reflect support for Mayor Evans’ re-election campaign and his staunch vision for a stronger Rochester.…

  • Mayor Malik D. Evans Receives Monroe County Democratic Committee Designation (RELEASE)

    For Immediate Release: February 8, 2025 Contact: alex@malikevans.org (Rochester, NY) This morning, Malik D. Evans was selected as the endorsed candidate for Mayor by the Monroe County Democratic Committee (MCDC). Mayor Evans won the party’s designation on the first ballot and was by far the top vote-getter of Democrats citywide, receiving majority support among Democratic…

  • Mayor Evans Announces Re-election Bid, Vows to Continue “We Not Me” (RELEASE)

    For Immediate Release: January 10, 2025 Contact: alex@malikevans.org (Rochester, NY) Rochester Mayor Malik D. Evans today announced his intention to seek re-election with a promise to continue the collaborative and transparent “we not me” governing style that became the hallmark of his first term. “It has been an honor to serve as Rochester’s mayor over…