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See Rochester's four newest murals: Where to find and celebrate them Saturday
Rochester will celebrate its newest public art project with the official unveiling and dedication of four new murals in its neighborhoods Saturday. The artwork joins the dozens of murals throughout the city, each bringing their own powerful imagery and message to the city. Rochester allocated $80,000 for the new murals through its...
🚧 Update: I-85 Bridge Maintenance in Charlotte, NC Ongoing
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in North Carolina. Attention drivers: Maintenance work on the I-85 bridges between mile markers 34 and 35 over the CSX railroad near Charlotte, NC is currently underway. Commuters using this segment of the interstate can expect potential delays and should plan their travel accordingly. It is advised to seek alternate routes if possible to avoid the maintenance zone. The exact duration of the work has not been specified, but updates will be provided as the situation evolves to help ensure the safety and convenience of all road users.
Former health commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza signed NDA with Monroe County
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Former Monroe County Commissioner of Public Health Dr. Michael Mendoza signed a non-disclosure agreement with the county preventing either side from commenting on the circumstances behind his sudden resignation. Mendoza took on the position in 2016 and served throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. He was reappointed in August, 2022 and resigned in […]
Flower City Union awarded proclamation from City of Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester is officially a title town after the Flower City Union soccer team became the 2023 National Independent Soccer Association champions. The City of Rochester awarded the team a special proclamation Friday for their victory. The team struggled for part of the year, but managed to sneak their way into the […]
Liquor in movie theaters, takeout cocktails expansion included in New York budget agreement
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The state Assembly passed measures earlier this week which could allow movie theaters to sell liquor as well as continue to let patrons buy takeout cocktails from bars and restaurants as part of the larger state budget agreement. Most New York movie theaters are currently only allowed to sell beer and […]
Highlighting the importance of play and learning at the Strong National Museum of Play
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Meteorologist Liam Healy had the chance to explore some of his inner kid, and delve into the science behind play and learning during a visit to the Strong National Museum of Play’s “Play Lab”. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Liam Healy: Hi everyone, I’m here at the Strong Museum today and their play lab […]
Mayor highlights reduced crime, greater investment in 'state of city' address
Rochester is a city on the rise. That was the message of Mayor Malik D. Evans "state of the city" address Wednesday night at the Arbors Midtown before a crowd of city, school, county and state officials and others. While the mayor, who took office in 2022, struck a positive...
Leaders of Rochester Jewish community respond to Iran’s attack on Israel
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – As Israel weighs a response following Iran’s weekend attack, Israel’s foreign minister says he is leading a ‘diplomatic offensive’ against Iran to ease tensions between the two countries. Meantime, local leaders in the Jewish Community are keeping a close watch, including Meredith Dragon, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester. […]
Mayor Malik Evans talks crime, housing, and business in Rochester State of the City Address
ROCHESTER N.Y. (WROC) — In the State of the City Address, one of the main points Mayor Malik Evans discussed was the issue with violence in the city, touching on several key components that lead to crime. As he honed in on the social behavior aspect, he shared that the Rochester Police Department is the […]
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