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About 100 officers short of capacity, Rochester Police produce recruitment video
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Rochester Police are trying to recruit new officers by asking their youngest officers what they like about the job. Their answers turned into a 30-second video that RPD shared with News10NBC Chief Investigative Reporter Berkeley Brean. It’s a 30-second ad produced by the RPD and the...
Monroe Co. Emergency Housing Executive Order no longer in effect (as DocGo done in Roc)
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — It has been one year and one week since the first families and individuals seeking asylum arrived in Rochester from New York City by way of mobile medical company DocGo. The temporary shelter location, per contract with DocGo/NYC, was the Holiday Inn on State Street. Last August, Governor Kathy Hochul also […]
Bicyclist hits car in Rochester, pinned under car on Hudson Ave.
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A pedestrian was hospitalized Wednesday after being pinned under a car in a ditch off Hudson Avenue. According to police, a 74-year-old woman was turning from Hudson Avenue to the NY-104 on-ramp when a 37-year-old man on a bicycle ran into the side of her car. He was pulled under the […]
Big seventh inning powers Red Wings over Syracuse, 11-2
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester Red Wings entered the bottom of the seventh inning on Wednesday with a narrow 3-2 lead over the Syracuse Mets. Three outs later, that was no longer the case, as the Wings scored six runs to put the game away for what was ultimately an 11-2 win.
Cornell Professors Stand in Solidarity with UAW Local 2300 Amid Contract Negotiations
The Cornell University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) issued a statement Wednesday expressing strong support for UAW Local 2300 as the union holds its strike authorization vote and continues negotiating with Cornell over a new contract. UAW Local 2300 members have also released a statement announcing...
Free haircuts and hotdog event coming to Painted Post
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WETM) – Does your kid need a fresh haircut before school starts? Fran’s Landing is hosting a “Haircuts & Hotdogs” event on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide free haircuts for kids in the area. The event will take place at the restaurant located at 996 Addison […]
Habitat for Humanity ReStore reopens its doors after more than a year
CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- After being closed for more than a year due to a devastating fire, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in corning has opened its doors once again. The store has a fresh, new look, and has welcomed the community in again. "We're very excited here to be...
Brittney Griner's New Nickname From Phoenix Mercury Says It All
The Phoenix Mercury are proud of what Brittney Griner accomplished at the 2024 Olympics. That much is clear after the team gave its starting center a new nickname following Team USA's gold medal win. Griner was part of the USA women's basketball team that dominated the Paris Olympics en route to ...
Anderson asks for answers from Gov. Hochul as Canisteo flood victims many not be eligible for funding
Kate Bowie, ‘When we found out yesterday we could not get the funding — the funding (Gov. Hochul) told us to our face we were getting, it was absolutely soul-crushing’. (Editor’s Note: We had John Anderson contact the governor’s office as he was in Allegany and Steuben counties for two days covering the flooding and attended the Sunday press conference. There are links highlighted through the story to help families in need. In the photo above, Anderson asks Hochul questions. Here is John’s reporting.)
Trailer Released For Upcoming Notre Dame Docuseries 'Here Come The Irish'
NBC's Peacock streaming platform released the official trailer for 'Here Come The Irish' on Wednesday in anticipation of the new docuseries premiering on Aug. 29. The series will go inside the Notre Dame program before, during and after the 2024 college football season, giving fans a new look ...
Former Rochester police officer sentenced to 10 weekends in jail for raping 13-year-old
Canandaigua, N.Y. (WHAM)— A former Rochester police officer who pleaded guilty in March to rape and forcible touching was sentenced Wednesday to 10 weekends in jail and 10 years of probation. Shawn Jordanadmitted to having sex with a 13-year-old girl at his South Bristol home in 2022. He was...
Another Store Files For Bankruptcy, Closing Many New York Stores
Another day and another popular business is filing for bankruptcy and closing a number of stores in New York. On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported an "affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment" filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is closing at least 10 New York gyms.
National Weather Service: “Above” Average Precipitation This Winter In New York
The calendar says it's only mid-August, but weather experts are giving snow lovers exciting news about the upcoming winter. As I write this article, the date says August 15. However, Fall is near. Halloween stores are opening, and pumpkin spice season is days a way. In fact, Dunkin' is now selling a "spiked" pumpkin spice latte with 6% ABV. CLICK HERE to find out more.
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
Most Air Pollution Found In These Parts Of New York
Higher levels of air pollution are found in these areas of your hometown in New York. The New York State DEC released the results from the first phase of the State’s "historic effort" to monitor air quality. DEC Releases First Phase Results of Statewide Community Air Monitoring Initiative. The...
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