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Coming up on Environmental Connections: Friday, July 26, 2024
12:00: Special rebroadcast- How the future of rainfall will affect our communities. 1:00: Special rebroadcast - What's the future of green jobs. We're witnessing a shift in climate dynamics that brings not just water but a flood of challenges and opportunities for adaptation and resilience. Today, we delve into the increasingly pressing issue of changing rainfall patterns and their impact on our communities, infrastructure, and the environment. This special rebroadcast is about understanding the complexities of our evolving climate, the tangible effects of increased rainfall on urban and rural areas, and global and local strategies for flood defense. Our guests:
Alumni Kickball Tournament @ Rhinos Stadium
Alumni from local high schools will face off in the ultimate kickball tournament at Rhinos Stadium. Event producer Terrell Wyatt and co-owner Trevor Lester join Good Day Rochester to talk about organizing all these former students. "It was through the power of Facebook," Wyatt says. "All age brackets are on...
Cornell University workers rally for a new contract with higher wages
Alita Bentley works in food service at Cornell University. She’s been there for over a decade. Bentley dreams of owning a home that she could pass down to her children. Instead, she said she’s barely making ends meet. “Everything is doubled, except our salary, except our wages, that's...
World of Outlaws at Weedsport; Big Block Mods Join Them
WEEDSPORT, NY – The NOS Energy Drink World of Outlaws Sprint Cars are set to make their lone trip to Weedsport Speedway this Sunday, July 28 for the Empire State Challenge. The Outlaws will be paired with a 50-lap DIRTcar Big Block Modified special, making for a dramatic one-two punch of racing on Sunday evening at The Port.
This New York Camper Is Missing In the Adirondacks, If You See Him, Do Not Approach!
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are seeking the publics help in locating a missing camper last seen in the Adirondacks. Should you locate this person DO NOT APPROACH. Contact DEC immediately at 1-833-697-7264, press 2 to speak with a dispatcher directly. Take a look at the photograph...
Details Emerge On Ex-Cuomo, Hochul Aide Whose $3.5M Manhasset Home Was Searched By FBI
A former top aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo whose Long Island home was searched by the FBI earlier this week was fired by the state last year after "evidence of misconduct, according to new reports. According to a report by Politico, Linda Sun was...
New York Is the Most Dangerous State for Swimming
A new warning has been issued to those wanting to swim at a New York beach or lake. New York is home to some of the most popular beaches and lakeside attractions in the entire country. The Empire State was recently found to have the 14 best beach towns in America.
Sunrise Smart Start: 2 shot in Rochester, Von Miller update, & haze returns
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Plenty going on to end your work week. Catch up on all the news before you start your day. We have breaking news overnight including a double shooting, an update on the Bills Von Miller and we talk with the former RCSD Schools Superintendent who is now leading Churchville-Chili.
Bright and sunny weekend ahead
Rochester, NY (WHAM) - If you like sunshine and Summer warmth then you're going to love the weekend forecast for WNY. All of your outdoor plans will see rain free weather through Sunday. Let's start with today's forecast first. The temperature will move from the mid 50s into the upper...
Small but Mighty! Irondequoit-based Pet Rescue Serves Rochester Community for 20 Years
Located in the heart of the Irondequoit community is Pet Adoption Network (PAN), a place where compassion meets dedication and where the lives of homeless cats are transformed through love and commitment. PAN is a bit of a hidden gem, quietly but steadfastly making a profound impact for more than 20 years on the lives of cats and kittens in need and the families who have welcomed them into their hearts.
Irondequoit Police chase SUV across city
IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. – Irondequoit Police had to use spike strips to stop a fleeing driver overnight. Officers chased the red SUV across the city overnight, winding through neighborhoods near the intersection of Clifford and Portland avenues. News10NBC photojournalist captured the SUV driving without lights and weaving through traffic. News10NBC...
Nearly $18M repair project begins on Callicoon Bridge
A $17.8 million project is under way to rehabilitate the Callicoon Bridge, which spans the Delaware River and links the Town of Callicoon, N.Y., with Damascus Township, Pa., New York State officials announced. The project will enhance public safety, improve resiliency and ease travel along a key connector that provides...
Huge tech outage disrupts Long Island
On July 19, a “routine” Microsoft software update left the world in chaos. The cloud-based, cyber security firm, CrowdStrike, which is utilized by Microsoft, released a defective, antivirus security update, pertaining to the firm’s Falcon Sensor. The system is installed in approximately 70-80% of global PCs and numerous company servers,
Rochester Man Accused of Major Meat Theft at Brockport Walmart
The Monroe County Sheriff's Major Crimes Unit has identified a 23-year-old Rochester man as the suspect who stole from the Brockport Walmart earlier this month. Ethan White is charged with first degree robbery, menacing and other crimes. He's being held on $10,000 bail. The Sheriff's Office says White stole a...
Save Our Sodus "Bay Day" Event this weekend
Nonprofit Save Our Sodus is marking its 25th anniversary with a "Bay Day" event. Save Our Sodus president Don Riling and Vice President Kristy Fowler-Ritter join Good Day Rochester with more. "The celebration [recognizes] 25 years of hard work," Riling says. "In the late 90s, the bay was dead below...
Rochester man facing several charges after high-speed chase in Genesee County
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A Rochester man is facing several charges after leading deputies on a high-speed chase, according to the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said around 4:30pm Thursday, they attempted to pull over 28-year-old Edward D. Grant, III, in the Town of Stafford, when he took off. The pursuit went through Batavia and […]
E-bike rider cited after crash with car in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A 16-year-old was injured in a crash between an electric bike and a car Thursday night in Rochester. It happened just before 11 p.m. at the intersection of Maple and Saxton Streets. Police said the Chevrolet sedan had a green light when it collided with the e-bike, throwing the rider to […]
Two shot on Lyell Avenue
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – A man and woman shot Thursday night are expected to recover. Rochester Police went to Lyell Avenue near Whitney Street around 11:45 p.m. after a ShotSpotter went off. They found a 39-year-old city woman who had been shot. She was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital. About...
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