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NY ballot question on abortion, LGBTQ rights heads to court over "legalistic" wording
Supporters of a statewide vote on adding abortion and LGBTQ rights to New York's constitution have sued to force New York to use plainer wording on the Nov. 5 ballot. The case was filed in state Supreme Court in Albany Friday after the state's four election commissioners rejected pleas to add the words...
More potentially heavy rain today, Friday
Locally heavy rain will be possible again today while rain from the remains of Hurricane Debby may impact the area late this week. Note: This post was delayed due to a web server issue that has been resolved. This post was written around 11 AM Tuesday. A frontal boundary that...
Man charged in deadly July shooting at home on Sherman Street
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A man is accused of shooting and killing a 32-year-old during an argument at a home on Sherman Street near Lyell Avenue back in July. U.S. marshals arrested Timothy Patterson, 35, on Tuesday. He’s now charged with the second-degree murder of Alec Ojeda, which happened in the early morning of July 28.
$5,000 Reward Offered For Suspect In Death Of Rochester 5-Year-Old
The Rochester Area Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the suspect in the murder of a 5-year-old boy. The Rochester Police Department is asking for the public's help in solving the murder of a 5-year-old boy. Malakai Stovall was killed in an arson that happened at 1290 Portlant Avenue in Rochester on July 29, 2024. Malakai died in a fire that was started at the home. His father, Tavaughan Stovall, told WHAM,
Morrissey to play Upstate NY concert: ‘An infectious excitement’
The iconic voice of The Smiths is coming to Upstate New York this fall. Morrissey will perform at the Kodak Center in Rochester on Saturday, Nov. 16. No opening act has been named for the concert, which will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Aug. 9, at...
Person rescued from house fire on Iceland Park
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Crews rescued a person from a house fire on Iceland Park on Wednesday morning. Three other people were able to make it out themselves. Five fire companies responded to the house. Rochester firefighters said the home has been vacant. News10NBC is working to get more information...
Comedian and SNL castmember Colin Jost will headline Rochester Fringe Festival
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Comedian and SNL cast member Colin Jost will be the next headliner for the Rochester Fringe Festival, replacing Pete Davidson after he dropped out. Jost, an Emmy-nominated writer, comedian, and writer known for co-hosting Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update segments alongside Michael Che, will take the stage at Kodak Hall at […]
“FREE APPLE FRIDAY” SET FOR FRIDAY NIGHT, AUGUST 16, 2024
THIRD ANNUAL “HARVEST FEST” AT SPENCER SPEEDWAY. – Williamson Apple Blossom Festival to Give Away Apples on Friday, August 16 at Spencer Speedway – – Features Only Night at Spencer for Race of Champions Sportsman Modified; Race of Champions Super Stock; Race of Champions Rocket Performance 602 Sportsman Modified and Wilbert’s U-Pull-It Super Six and Wilbert’s U-Pull It Four Cylinder Divisions –
Semi truck crashes into Oakfield home, driver injured
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Police are investigating after a semi-truck crashed into a home in Oakfield Tuesday morning. The incident happened on Drake Street around 1 a.m. Investigators said the truck crashed into a car and then into the home. The house was severely damaged as a result of the crash. According to the New […]
Infant dead after brutal dog attack in upstate NY home
An infant boy died Saturday after he was attacked by two dogs at home in northwest Rochester, police announced Tuesday morning. Capt. Greg Bello of the Rochester Police Department on Tuesday described the fatal encounter as "incredibly tragic." ...
Police renew call for help finding 18-year-old reported missing in Penfield
Penfield, N.Y. — The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is renewing its call for help finding a teen who has been missing since Memorial Day. Abigale West, 18, left her group home on Smith Street in Penfieldbetween 3:30 and 4 a.m. May 27, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
I took my car for oil change then immediately heard ‘severe knocking’ from engine – I ended up with $12,000 repair bill
NUMEROUS drivers have reported mechanical issues after getting service from a car maintenance business with over 800 locations. Multiple car owners said they took their vehicles to Take 5 Oil Change for routine repairs before they unexpectedly ended up with more problems. Ben Brown took his 2020 Jeep to one of the company’s locations in […]
Oswego County sisters' legacy of compassion endures through rescued kitten sisters
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Hailey and Shelby Trumble were beautiful girls their dad Brian Trumble told CNY Central. He shared photos of them and even their high school diplomas from the Hannibal Central School District— Shelby's only weeks old. Seventeen-year-old Shelby and 19-year-old Hailey were killed in a car...
Update: New York Residents Warned To Prepare For Tropical Storm Debby
Tropical Storm Debby is making its way to New York State, forcing Empire State officials to warn New Yorkers to prepare. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is updating residents on stormy weather. Debby Slowly Making It's Way To New York State. Debby made land in Florida earlier this week as...
Alarming Increase in Tickborne Illnesses Reported in Upstate New York
Several county health agencies in New York are reporting an alarming increase in tickborne illnesses this summer, including Tioga County. According to a recent Disease Surveillance report, in the first half of 2024, Tioga County has had 29 cases of Anaplasmosis, 4 cases of Babesiosis, and 143 cases of Lyme disease. This increase is significant compared to the same period in 2023, which recorded only 16 cases of Anaplasmosis, 1 case of Babesiosis, and 47 cases of Lyme disease.
6 Cold Cases With Rewards In New York
New York State Crime Stoppers is offering rewards for information that helps solve these 6 cold cases. If you have any information about any of these cases, please contact the NYS Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-313-TIPS (8477). 1. Suspected Killer: Mtayari Z. Dixon. (NYSCS Case #2022-108) Mtayari Z. Dixon...
Another Amish Carriage Crash in New York State Leads to Teens Ejected From Buggy
Just a few weeks after officials say a Ford Escape struck an Amish buggy and then left the scene, another vehicle vs horse-drawn carriage crash has occurred in New York state. The latest crash resulted in two Amish teens being thrown from the buggy they were riding in, causing injuries.