Rochester NY

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Some extremely cold air will remain in place this weekend. And expect some lake effect snow at times as well. As usual, the lake effect snow will impact a few areas, but not all. But by Sunday and Sunday night, a significant snow is likely for much of the area.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Michael Fowler (at the podium) was this year’s recipient of the New York State Sheriffs’ Institute Carl Draxler Award. Named in honor of the late Chemung County Sheriff Carl Draxler, Chief Fowler embodies the characteristics deserving of this award: exceptional career...

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — City leaders say they're prepared for this weekend's forecasted winter blast. "Vehicles are ready, our drivers are ready, we'll be on as soon as Mother Nature lets go," said Karen St. Aubin, the city's operations director. A cold weekend is in store, with significant snow...

If you have to drive in snow, here's what to know.

CHILI, N.Y. (WROC) — The Chili Fire Department is investigating the cause of a Saturday evening house fire on Kuebler Drive. Part of Kuebler Drive was closed to traffic by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office as firefighters responded to the residence around 5 p.m. Upon arrival, flames were seen coming from an attached...

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — As a winter storm and bitter cold hits the Rochester region this weekend, experts warn that the extreme weather poses serious risks not just for people, but to our pets as well. "If it's cold for you, it's cold for your animal, regardless of what...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Luke Bryan is coming to Canandaigua’s CMAC on August 26, 2026. Tickets for the World On The Street Tour go on sale on Ticketmaster on Friday, January 30. For details, go to www.LukeBryan.com. Special guests include Drew Baldridge, Lanie Gardner, Lauren Watkins, and DJ Rock. The ticket presale...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – We continue to track a significant snowstorm that will impact a massive swath of the nation over the next two days. It is currently in its early stages over the southern plains and Mississippi valley, dumping snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain. We won’t have to worry about any ice, but we may see...

With severe weather expected, people have been flocking to grocery stores ahead of the storm.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — With the impending winter storm, dozens of organizations are not taking any chances and are closing or moving activities scheduled for Sunday. Click below for the complete list. Winter Storm Warnings are in effect from 7 a.m. Sunday through 7 a.m. Tuesday with more than a foot of snow...