“Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence” comes to Rochester
12:00 "Enough: Plays to End Gun Violence" comes to Rochester. 1:00 David Grann, one of the great modern journalists and author of "Killers of the Flower Moon" In 2020, guns became the leading cause of death for children in the United States, surpassing car accidents. Across the country, teenagers who have suffered...
Police looking for missing Penfield teen
Penfield, N.Y. — Police are asking for help finding a missing teen. Tyler Montello, 15, of Penfield was last seen around 5 p.m. Saturday when he was dropped off at a home on North Landing Road, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Montello is described as 5-foot-10 and...
Evening Briefing: Thruway tour bus crash survivors file lawsuit, 27 defendants remain on Taylor...
Good evening, Rochester. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Our dry and mild weather will continue for Tuesday. Skies will be mostly sunny from start to finish. The only difference will be a slight drop in temperatures, but it will still be a...
Call to hold stores accountable for illegal vape sales
A University of Rochester student is calling for stricter enforcement on vape sales at convenience stores, saying too many retailers are letting underage customers slip through the cracks. In a letter submitted by Bethsa Vernelus, a public health advocate with the Center for a Tobacco-Free Finger Lakes, the issue...
Navy veteran Irmgard LaForge turns 109 in Rochester celebration
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A St. Ann’s Community resident marked a remarkable milestone this week. Irmgard LaForge, a Navy veteran and former teacher, celebrated her 109th birthday Wednesday at Cherry Ridge. LaForge, who once served as a cryptographer, was honored with handmade cards from West Irondequoit’s Listwood...
New restaurant to bring Nepali and Inidan cuisine to Webster
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A new restaurant will bring the flavors of the Himalayas to Webster.. Himalayan Kitchen Webster is expected to open its doors to customers this Friday, October 3. The restaurant is located at 1075 Ridge Road, the former location of Corona’s Mexican Restaurant. According to the restaurant’s...
Sentencing dates set for people responsible for child’s death in Portland Avenue fire
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Sentencing dates have been set for those responsible for the deadly arson in Rochester that resulted in the death of a 5-year-old. Tiakayla and Taquida Hendrix will be sentenced on Nov. 3. Roy Chambers is scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 1. The Hendrix sisters intentionally set fire to a home on […]
Woman in 50s shot on North Clinton Avenue
A woman in her 50s is hospitalized after being shot on Sunday night on North Clinton Avenue between Borchard and Oscar streets.
U.S. Postal Service announces job fairs
The United States Postal Services is looking to fill immediate openings throughout western New York and has several job fairs scheduled for city carrier assistants and rural carrier associates. Locally, job fairs will be held in Medina (Oct. 16) and Rochester (Oct. 20), along with three in the Buffalo areas. The job...
Music, dancing, and performances highlight Hispanic traditions at Memorial Art Gallery event
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Memorial Art Gallery in Rochester celebrated Hispanic Heritage Day on Sunday, marking the 30th year the MAG has held the event. The day featured music, dancing, performances and presentations all celebrating Hispanic countries and traditions. Stories from local artists were also featured...
