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Deadly crash on Route 531 under investigation; traffic shut down
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident on Route 531 in Ogden. Traffic is shut down on westbound Route 531 between Union Street and Washington Street, according to deputies. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes for travel. No further information was immediately available. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Deadly crash on Route 531 under investigation; traffic shut down
Monroe County is riding the wave of golf's surge in popularity with lots of new investments
From new amenities at golf courses and driving ranges to a Topgolf planned for Brighton — even at new golf exhibit at The Strong National Museum of Play — the game of golf is paying dividends across the area.
‘This is not rocket science:’ Monroe Co. Sheriff calls for end to violence against police
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter is sharing a call on the community and to public officials following the recent rise in assaults on police officers. Last week, a man opened fire on a Rochester police officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop. Two shots were fired and no one was injured. […]
All Monroe County offices and services re-open after Crowdstrike outage
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — All Monroe County offices and buildings will be re-opened as the county is recovering from Friday’s CrowdStrike and Microsoft outage. The outage led to thousands of the county’s computers and servers going offline. Monroe County Information Systems was able to bring back 75% of those devices back online, mainly 911, MCSO, […]
Crescent Beach owner sues bank over $593K dispute amid check-kiting allegations
In late March local restauranteur and event planner Katherine Mott walked into a branch of Community Bank, seeking to take out about $593,000 that her businesses had recently deposited. An official at the bank refused, possibly aware of a recent lawsuit by Five Star Bank accusing Mott and her varied businesses of a...
Two injured in West Henrietta Road crash, two reportedly flee scene
Brighton, N.Y. — At least two people are injured after a crash Tuesday morning on West Henrietta Road. The crash happened around 5:30 a.m. near East River Road and Interstate 390. Police said woman in the struck car has been hospitalized, while a man was treated at the scene.
RPD: Man arrested for ghost gun, relative fought officers during arrest
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two men were arrested, one of them accused of fighting police officers, during a ghost gun investigation. On Monday night around 11 p.m., Rochester police responded to the area of Genesee Street and Moran Street for shots fired. Officers said they found a Cadillac driving away fast. After failing to stop the car, officers chased it to Epworth Street where two individuals got out and ran.
Tight housing market continues to raise the roof on prices
Local real estate experts say Rochester’s housing market continues to be among the hottest in the nation. For several years, Rochester has been in the top tier of markets where demand for housing is outpacing supply. Economist Kent Gardner describes the local market as dysfunctional. ”Anytime you’ve got a...
Sunrise Smart Start: Durand Eastman plans, future of ER carnival
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Weather Forecast: Pop-up storms around Rochester this afternoon. A few overnight rain showers wetted the roads this morning, but active rain has moved east. We start...
2 Wounded in Southwest Rochester Shootings
Two people are wounded, after separate shootings on Rochester's southwest side. Police say a 19-year-old city man was hit in the upper body at around 9:30 last night on Cady Street, near Reynolds Street. He was taken to Strong Hospital and is expected to survive. No one was arrested. Less...
Bright Spot: Continuing a legacy of giving back
Our Bright Spot shines on honoring a legacy of giving back. Saturday, three young girls hosted a lemonade stand in Greece in honor of Gary Smith, better known as "Gary the Happy Pirate," who died earlier this month at the age of 64. Smith, known for teaming up with Doug...
Woman injured after shooting on Warwick Avenue
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A woman was injured following a shooting on Warwick Avenue late Monday evening. Rochester police said they responded to the area of Genesee Street and Moran Street around 10:45 p.m. They found the 23-year-old victim with minor injuries due to gunfire. The victim was treated at the scene. Officers said they […]
19-year-old man shot while walking on Reynolds Street
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester police are investigating a shooting that injured a 19-year-old man Monday night on Reynolds Street. Investigators said the victim was walking on Reynolds Street when an unknown suspect shot at him several times, striking him once in the upper body. The victim ran to Cady Street for help, where officers […]
Watch the Fort Mackinac Never Sweats vs. the Rochester Grangers
MACKINAC ISLAND — Enjoying a baseball game in the sun is a summer tradition for many, but they’ve likely never seen a game like the ones played at Fort Mackinac. Each summer, the fort hosts a game of vintage base ball, which is played the old fashioned way — barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules.
Veteran-owned auto shop opens doors on Rochester’s north side
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Mayor Malik Evans joined business owner Cliff Bostic, along with family and friends, to help celebrate the opening of “Cliff’s Hangar Automotive Repair” on Hudson Avenue. Bostic, a Navy veteran, has been in the automotive industry since 2012. He says:. “I was able...
Southwest side of city sees heavy police activity as parts of Reynolds Street blocked off
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A large police presence descended on Reynolds Street on Rochester’s southwest side Monday night. Officers blocked off parts of the road as they investigated the scene. News10NBC crews witnessed police placing evidence markers on the street and meticulously searching the ground. Details are limited at...
A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament held Monday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The CDS Wolf Foundation celebrated its 37th annual A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament Monday. Proceeds from the event go to Warrior Salute Veteran Services. The organization provides case management and transitional housing supports to veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma. “It supports our […]
'Good cause' advocates and community members rally for evicted tenant
On Wednesday afternoon, Rochester tenants and housing advocates rallied outside a duplex in the Susan B. Anthony neighborhood to protest what they say is a no-cause eviction. Roughly 15 people sang, chanted and held signs in support of Rochester resident Yadira Susseth. Tenants' rights advocates who stood behind Susseth used the situation to demonstrate why Rochester needs to pass a strong "good cause eviction" law, which would help tenants like Susseth stay in their homes as long...
Public invited to share input on plans for Durand Eastman beach
The City of Rochester will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, July 24, about design concepts for a potential beach house at Durand Eastman Park and updates to the beach's Master Plan. The meeting will be held at Camp Eastman Kusak Lodge in Irondequoit from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The...
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