Postal inspectors seek two women, stolen Kia in Rochester mail carrier shooting
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Officials have released new details regarding an investigation into information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the suspect or suspects involved in the attempted homicide of a U.S. Postal Service employee in Rochester. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a...
New Online Crime Map Gives Rochester Residents Real-Time Access to Local Crime Data
The Rochester Police Department in New Hampshire has launched an online crime mapping tool on its website. The tool gives residents real-time access to local crime data. It is part of the department’s Crime Scene Intelligence system, which includes CompStat analysis and crime trend tracking. Chief Gary Boudreau said...
Yellow Alert Thursday & Friday: Tracking soaking rain and strong winds for later this...
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Threat Tracker is now Yellow for Thursday and Friday as impactful weather is on the way. Plan on a cold, soaking rain for Thursday with a raw east wind. Rain will be beneficial in the long term but will cause issues for any outdoor plans. Totals will be roughly an inch or […]
Local Residents to Receive Calls Explaining Major Power Outages from NYSEG and RG&E
On October 27, 2025, New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) announced a new plan to improve communication during major unplanned power outages. The companies, based in Binghamton, New York, will now call customers affected by outages that impact 500 or more people. These calls...
Rochester-area fund offers Wegmans gift cards amid SNAP shutdown impact
Jeff Knauss, a Rochester-area business owner and philanthropist, has launched a community relief fund to provide up to $150 in Wegmans gift cards to households in need across Central and Western New York impacted by the upcoming suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Countdown until SNAP runs out: Small businesses express concerns, DoorDash aims to help
As the federal government shutdown continues with no end in sight, more than 40 million Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are facing uncertainty.
‘Disgraceful’: Monroe County, City officials speak on SNAP delay, announce community resources
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Local officials held a press conference on Tuesday to discuss impending SNAP delays and changes. As the government shutdown continues, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments will not be disbursed on November 1. Monroe County...
$150,000 Reward Offered After Postal Worker Shot in Upstate New York
Authorities are offering a $150,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person who shot a U.S. Postal Service worker in Henrietta, New York. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Oct. 16 outside the Jefferson Road Processing and Distribution Center. According to police, an unknown...
‘Fix it now’: Rochester teachers continue to work without pay, demand answers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – With a meeting of the Rochester City School District’s Board of Education planned for Thursday, many educators and district employees plan to share personal experiences of how ongoing payroll issues have impacted their lives and families. Employees of RCSD first began reporting pay and...
Tom Golisano announces $253 million donation to various children’s hospitals
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Tom Golisano announced $253 million will be going to various children’s hospitals that will be a part of the new “Golisano Children’s Alliance.” On Tuesday, Golisano said six new children’s hospitals will incorporate Golisano into their name, and join Golisano Children’s Hospitals at the University...
