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Supreme Court ruling clouds Rochester diocese bankruptcy
As the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester’s nearly five-year-old bankruptcy inches closer to a to a final settlement, a new U.S. Supreme Court decision could have an untold effect on the diocese’s case. In a 5-4 vote last Thursday, the court majority blocked the bankruptcy plan for OxyContin...
Miss Sweet Potato Pie opens new space in the Marketplace Mall
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – After 25-years of helping kids smile in Rochester, Miss Sweet Potato Pie made a new home in the Marketplace Mall. Miss Sweet Potato Pie World held its grand opening at the mall Monday. The black-owned business acts as an event space. Owners say it is similar to Chuck-E-Cheese. Kids were able […]
Looking ahead at the 2024-2025 RBTL season
Here we go again! The Rochester Broadway Theatre League is looking ahead to its 2024-2025 season, which includes hits like 'Les Miserables' and 'Mamma Mia'. RBTL Broadway presenter Albert Nicciolino joins Good Day Rochester to promote this lineup of smash hit musicals. "Les Mis is unbelievably spectacular," Nicciolino says. "I'm...
New Eastman Performing Arts Medicine Center integrates music in healing
The transdisciplinary center spans University of Rochester schools and its Medical Center. The region’s sole program blending music, arts, health care, and research to advance healing is now called Eastman Performing Arts Medicine Center, a designation that represents the growing impact of the University of Rochester initiative. The transdisciplinary...
Crime Stoppers: Unsolved murder of Sherrice Jackson
July 2, 2024 marks 3 years since Sherrice Jackson was murdered. Three years after Jackson's death, her killer is still at large. Rochester Police Investigators Matt Klein and Mario Correia join Good Day Rochester to discuss the continuing investigation. "Three years ago, Jackson was murdered in her home at 151...
Coming up on "Connections:" Tuesday, July 2, 2024
12:00: Discussing CITY Magazine’s July 2024 issue. 1:00: Special rebroadcast – Jonna Mendez, former chief of the disguise for the CIA. Leah Stacy, editor of CITY, hosts this preview of the latest edition of the magazine. The July issue is all about the Finger Lakes. Our guests take us on a tour of the arts, culture, and culinary scenes—from Conesus Lake to Otisco Lake. In studio:
Tech & Innovation Center for Black Boys to open in Downtown Rochester
A Rochester local is fostering the next generation of leaders with the new Tech & Innovation Center for Black Boys in Downtown Rochester. This summer, the Center will host a Summer STEM Camp designed for Black boys ages 11-14. Mission Fulfilled 2030 founder Gerald A. Moore Sr., joins Good Day...
Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse tech hub awarded $40M federal investment
Editor’s note: A live news conference was streamed in this post at 2:15 p.m. You can watch the full press conference at the bottom of this page. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The tech hub of the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse area was awarded $40 million for Upstate New York’s goal of becoming a semiconductor superhighway. The “NY SMART […]
Decades-old D&L Groceries in 19th Ward struggles to survive amid major road construction
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Construction on Genesee Street is causing closures and hurting small businesses, with one owner saying she’s reaching the end. D&L Groceries, a mom-and-pop grocery store on Genesee Street for nearly four decades, has survived the pandemic, employee embezzlement, and even the death of one of the owners. But construction right outside the front door may cause Deloris Hamilton to close the doors for good.
Sunrise Smart Start: RCSD interim superintendent, Costco in Penfield
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Weather Forecast: A sunny Tuesday ahead of Wednesday storms Wind picks up out of the southwest going into today, bringing the return of heat and humidity. Dew points go up and temperatures run […]
Halfway home, 2024 is Rochester’s warmest on record so far
July is officially here, which means we have crossed the halfway point of 2024 with January through June in the books. It may surprise some of you to learn these first six months have been Rochester’s warmest since records began in the late 1800s. These data feature mean average temperature, taking into account both highs […]
Central NY Regional Market Authority fires executive director (Good Morning CNY for July 2)
Subscribe to get the Good Morning, CNY newsletter delivered to your email inbox weekday mornings. High: 84; Low: 66. Mostly sunny and warmer; see the 5-day forecast. More than 100 protest fatal police shooting in Utica: More than 100 people took to Utica’s City Hall on Monday to protest the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Nyah Mway. The city’s council met regarding legislation, but protesters came out in support of Mway, who was shot by a Utica police officer during a struggle after a foot chase on Friday night. Police say the boy pointed what officers thought was a gun at them; it turned out to be a pellet gun designed to look like a handgun. Also: “He’s got a gun!” A second-by-second timeline of the shooting. (Kenny Lacy Jr. photo)
18 local veterans recognized for their service
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — 18 veterans who served on active duty between 1955 and 1975 received Congressional recognition for the sacrifices they made in protecting our nation. Each veteran was presented with a pin and a plaque for their service. The executive director of the Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester says it’s not just about […]
Head Start program to continue with modifications
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Action for a Better Community CEO, Jerome Underwood notified staff and families that the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services awarded the non-profit a $17 million grant to continue operating Early Head Start and Head Start in the fall. But the program that has been operating since 1965 under ABC […]
Michael Scott, Surgical Recovery Pioneer, Named Chair of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Michael Scott, Surgical Recovery Pioneer, Named Chair of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. Michael James Scott, MB, ChB, a leader in quality improvement whose work has helped enhance recovery after surgery, has been appointed chair of the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. He will...
From Roberts Wesleyan to Paris: Pole vaulter Brynn King’s Olympic dream comes true
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Roberts Wesleyan pole vaulter Brynn King is headed to Paris after qualifying for Team USA at the Olympic trials over the weekend. King shocked the track and field world by jumping her personal best to earn a spot on the Olympic team. She’s coached at Roberts Wesleyan by former gold medalist Jenn Suhr.
New Civic Engagement Opportunities for SUNY Students
SUNY Students Encouraged To Apply Here for 500 Paid Civic and Service Internships. In a move to foster civic responsibility and community service among its student body, SUNY is launching the Empire State Service Corps Program. This initiative, led by Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, expands paid civic and service opportunities for SUNY students.
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