Four teens, 11-year-old arrested for alleged car theft
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Multiple juveniles ages 11 to 17 were arrested after an investigation into a car theft in the Town of Greece. According to the Greece Police Department, they received an alert that a black Hyundai Elantra, reported stolen out of Rochester, was traveling on Dewey Avenue. The vehicle was found...
‘It re-traumatizes over and over’: Domestic violence survivor speaks on challenges of released offenders
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — “It gives them the sense that not only are they not safe from the abuser, they’re not safe in their community,” said Dr. Kesha Carter, reflecting on the release of two men arrested for domestic violence with ankle monitors. Dr. Kesha Carter, who survived a harrowing domestic violence incident 30...
Family creates community fund in memory of Rochester girl who died in Utah avalanche
(WJAR) — A Rochester family started a community fund to honor their 11-year-old daughter Madelyn “Maddie” Eitas, who died in an avalanche on a ski trip Feb. 19. “She was only with us for 11 years. So I feel like it’s just really important to keep her memory alive,” said the girl’s mother Becky Eitas.
‘Wheel of Fortune’ puzzle board arrives at Strong Museum
Rochester, N.Y. — A piece of game show history now calls downtown Rochester home. The puzzle board used on "Wheel of Fortune" arrived Monday at The Strong National Museum of Play, following a six-day trip across the country. Vanna White used the board until 1997, hand-turning the letters before...
Rochester City School District introduces educator pipeline amid declining statewide teacher enrollment
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — At a time when New York state needs more teachers, the Rochester City School District is offering a pathway for the problem by supporting those educators already in the classroom. “We've negotiated tuition discounts and we have our own internal support to provide them assistance so...
Warming weather makes ice more dangerous across Rochester area
Weeks of deep cold helped ice form on lakes and ponds across the Rochester region, but with warmer temperatures and rain expected this week — the ice is increasingly unstable, officials warn. Even when ice appears solid, a rapid warmup into the 40s or 50s can weaken it quickly. So anyone heading out on the ice should...
Sunrise Smart Start: Boil Water Advisory, mortgage rates
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Monday, March 2, 2026. Weather forecast: One cold day before an extended warm stretch We are clear and cold with temperatures around 10 degrees this morning. Clear skies will last through the afternoon and it is nice […]
Man convicted for stealing mail and postal service key faces new charge
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A Rochester man previously convicted for stealing mail and having a U.S Postal Service key is facing a new charge. Legend Davis, 22, is charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition. On Dec. 16, 2025, prosecutors say a caller stated Davis threatened them while driving by their house with a...
The No. 1 city in America for first-time homebuyers is right here in Upstate...
For first-time homebuyers navigating a housing market strained by high prices and limited inventory, two of the best places to buy a home are in Upstate New York. A recent report from Realtor.com ranked the 10 best markets for first-time buyers, with Rochester taking the No. 1 spot. Realtor.com used...
March’s Worm Moon brings a rare total lunar eclipse
While March 2026 is fairly quiet in terms of celestial events, there’s plenty to see in the night sky. Here’s what to know about the March full moon: When will we see the Worm Moon? The full Worm Moon will make its appearance on Tuesday, March 3 , and will reach peak illumination at 6:38 a.m. ET, according to the Old...
