HIV infections increased across New York. Experts say it’s a result of the pandemic
New HIV infections increased by more than 20% in New York State from 2020 to 2024, and most of those cases were within marginalized communities. Experts said the tools to prevent and treat the virus are readily available, but the COVID-19 pandemic played a significant role in exacerbating health care disparities....
SOTA hosts Q&A with Shawn Gonzalez
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The School of the Arts in Rochester held a Q&A with keyboardist and vocalist for California-based rock band Dirty Heads, Shawn Gonzalez on Thursday. Gonzalez has a degree in Music Performance with a focus on percussion. Gonzalez is passionate about music and the positive influence it has on...
Citizen Action ROC to host block party
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Economic Justice Committee of Citizen Action will be hosting the second ROC The Block Party on Saturday in Rochester at East High School. The celebration will be a day of free hot food, music, and an opportunity to connect those in the community with resources offered by local groups....
Holidays at the Market to host local shopping, spread holiday cheer
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Holidays at the Rochester Public Market will continue Sunday where community members can enjoy holiday shopping all morning. The event series will be held from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. And Thursday, December 18 from 6-9 p.m. The market is the city’s one-stop shopping destination featuring local...
Hope Hall School hosts annual woodworking sale to benefit woodworking program
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Hope Hall School in Rochester held its annual woodworking sale on Saturday. The sale featured a large collection of handcrafted wood items, including toys, home decor, and furniture. Proceeds from the sale supported the school’s woodworking program, which is part of its multi-sensory educational...
490’s Exit 27 partially reopens; drivers await end of construction
Perinton, N.Y. (WHAM) — The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) announced that the eastbound exit ramp re-opened after months of construction. BACKGROUND: I-490 bridge projects in Perinton to begin Tuesday | Long-term lane closures on I-490 to begin amid bridge replacement project. "Usually we come...
Rochester community stands united in Hanukkah celebration amid tragedy
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — The city of Rochester gathered in solidarity Sunday evening to celebrate the first light of Hanukkah and remember the lives lost in a recent attack in Australia. BACKGROUND: Gunmen kill at least 11 people in attack on Jewish holiday event on Sydney’s Bondi Beach.
Santa Stampede to benefit Child Advocacy Center
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Fleet Feet Rochester will be hosting the annual Santa Stampede in Rochester on Saturday. More than 200 people registered for the run/ walk which will begin at The Armory in Rochester on Culver Road at 10 a.m. Participants will run/walk in Santa suits to spead holiday cheer throughout...
Local event explores faith-based approaches to protecting human rights for all
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A local organization recognized International Human Rights Week at the Islamic Center of Rochester. The event featured speakers from the New York State Council of Churches. The goal was to explore practical and faith-informed ways to protect human rights for all. Deni Mack, of the Greater Rochester...
Elevators out at senior housing in Rochester, residents concerned
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — All three elevators at Tailor Square, an apartment building for low-income older adults, have been out of order since at least Friday. News10NBC’s Declan Stablow visited the building to speak with residents about the ongoing issue. Residents expressed frustration, saying the elevator problems have...
