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N.Y. Gov Hochul says state found, returned millions in stolen cars
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul celebrated Vehicle Theft Prevention Month Friday touting the state’s recovery of 120 stolen vehicles worth $3.5 million through June 30. This year’s numbers marked an increased from 2023 when the Department of Vehicles (DMV) recovered 112 vehicles worth $3 million during...
NY urges banks, companies to be on high-alert amid global tech outage
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New York state regulators urged banks and companies to be on high-alert amid the global tech outage on Friday, saying it is monitoring institutions and market events and working with other state and federal regulators.
Sammy Hagar Will Not Get To Meet NYS Trooper Who Gave Him ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ Ticket
Here's why a reunion between Sammy Hagar and the New York State Trooper who inspired one of his biggest hits won't get to happen. Sammy Hagar will be performing at SPAC on Monday July 22, 2024. He has some serious history with Upstate New York and our area. However it appears he was going a little too fast and ended up with a now famous speeding ticket.
Zoom interview with Michael Balboni, former NY Homeland Security czar
Former New York state Homeland Security czar Michael Balboni discusses the global IT outage and the risks associated with it. Balboni says some companies are at a greater risk because not all software and technology investments are the same.
Republican businessman Ted Danz hopes for upset in Capital Region state Senate race
The race for an open New York state Senate seat rekindles an old rivalry. In office since 1997, Democrat Neil Breslin is the longest-tenured Senator in the chamber. The 82-year-old from the 46th district decided not to seek another term early this year. Party leaders were quick to promote state Assemblymember Pat Fahy of the 109th district to run in Breslin’s stead this fall, and any other Democrats who had interest in running for Breslin's seat quickly dropped off the radar.
Rochester Embayment Area of Concern could be removed after nearly 40 years
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — For nearly 40 years the Rochester Embayment has been listed as an Area of Concern (AOC) by the EPA due to pollution and contamination from industrial, urban, and agricultural sources that was so great that the broader environmental laws and regulations couldn’t address the needs of the area. But now, the […]
‘A very diverse community:’ 2024 Rochester Pride sees record attendance for first year at Highland Park
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A day of celebration spanning most of Saturday as the 2024 Rochester Pride Parade and Festival occupied Highland Park for most of the day. Everyone coming together – to celebrate each other. Organizers say the Rochester Pride Festival’s first year at Highland Park was a success. And those who made up […]
Seize the Day: Running for epilepsy
This weekend, Rochester's running community will seize the day for the 3rd Annual Amer Epilepsy Trail Run. Runners and event participants Braeden Weaver and Nolan Hoh join Good Day Rochester with more. "Our friend Amer [Armbruster] started this race," Hoh says. "In 2019, he was diagnosed with epilepsy. He loves...
2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports
Two people are dead, and at least 28 people have been hospitalized following a multistate listeria outbreak. RELATED: Uh-Oh! FDA Announces Nationwide Recall Of Over 60 Ice Cream Products More Details On The Deaths & Hospitalizations Related To The Outbreak According to CNN, the CDC announced the outbreak in an investigation notice published on Friday, July [...] The post 2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports appeared first on The Shade Room.
Stray shower or storm possible in the Tri-State Area this weekend
Saturday night forecastDespite extra clouds Saturday, it was still comfortable with relatively lower levels of humidity in place.Saturday night, a few showers are possible. Lows will range from the low 70s in the city to the low and mid 60s throughout the suburbs.Sunday forecastSunday looks to be a brighter, warmer, and more humid day, as highs reach into the upper 80s and even some low 90s in portions of New Jersey.A stray shower or storm is possible as well.Next weekA return to higher humidity levels looks to continue through next week along with the chance of thunderstorms.
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
New York state civil service: These applications are open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career with New York state. These tests are open to anyone...
Fishermen swim about 5 miles to shore after boat capsizes
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Deputies with the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office say two fishermen were able to swim ashore after their boat capsized on Sunday, July 14. Sheriff Chris Burke said 71-year-old Peter Keppler of Medina and 44-year-old William Wittman of Albion were about 5 miles offshore on a 1994 fishing boat that is 26 […]
Man acts in self defense during stabbing on Sawyer St.
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Officers with the Rochester Police Department received reports of a stabbing Friday evening on Sawyer Street near Wellington Avenue in Rochester. When they arrived to the scene, officers located a 61-year-old man from Rochester who had at least one stab wound to his lower body. According to the RPD, the investigation […]
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