Rochester NY

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – A vacant home on Wilkins Street in Rochester was demolished after being severely damaged by multiple fires in June. Rev. Angela Bamford, a neighbor, expressed frustration over the city’s response, saying, “We are human, okay and we deserve better than this. We don’t deserve to have to live like...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Lake Avenue in Rochester has been identified as the deadliest stretch of road in New York, with 10 deadly crashes in the past five years. Now the city is furthering efforts to address this issue traffic safety. Glenn Sutton Sr. is mourning the loss of his son, Glenn Sutton Jr., and his […]

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A crusader for the homeless community for decades will celebrate her 90th birthday this weekend. Sister Grace Miller, who is now in hospice, turns 90 on Sunday, July 13. “[Is] my hair OK?” Sister Grace said as the camera turned on. The fearless and dedicated...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A local barbershop is bringing the community together Monday for their annual event known as “Cuts for Peace.” On Monday, Andre’s Barbershop on Portland Avenue will be giving out free haircuts to kids, along with offering food, drinks, balloon arts, and conversation on causes and solutions for...

It’s been more than a year since the city of Rochester started seeking a permanent veterinarian for its animal shelter. They have not found a single candidate. The city began its search for a new vet in Spring 2024, casting a nationwide net for qualified applicants. The previous vet, Kristen Braitkrus, left the...

Rochester, N.Y. — Bruegger's Bagels on Monroe Avenue at South Goodman Street has been shut down by the Monroe County Department of Public Health. A notice on the building indicates that all food operations were halted Tuesday. A health inspection report obtained by 13WHAM cited the presence of mouse...

BRIGHTON, N.Y. – The town of Brighton held its “Pride Celebration” Friday. While June is recognized nationally as Pride Month, the Rochester area traditionally observes it in July. During the ceremony, the town honored Lashara Evans, a former principal in Brighton schools and current assistant superintendent for HR...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Heroes Brewing Company on Atlantic Avenue is closing its doors permanently on Saturday. The brewery, which opened in 2016, was known for more than just its beer: It donated proceeds from more than 60,000 cans of beer to support 85 local charities and organizations. Greg Fagen, one of the...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Police are investigating a shooting they say happened on Dewey Avenue Friday morning. Police say at about 10:30 a.m. Friday, they responded to Dewey Avenue for a ShotSpotter activation and 911 calls that reported shots heard. They say shortly after, a man in his 30s went to Rochester...

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — It's the talk of the town on social media. Many local businesses, schools and organizations have used AI to poke fun at claims that a mountain lion has been spotted in the city. BACKGROUND: Man describes face-to-face encounter with mysterious large cat in Rochester |...