Rochester NY

The Monroe County District Attorney's office has identified a third suspect connected to a house fire that caused the death of a young boy in Rochester last summer. The DA's office says Roy Chambers has accepted a plea agreement on an arson charge. Prosecutors say he admitted to helping set the fire on Portland...

Rochester, N.Y. — The French-inspired "Le Dîner en Blanc" event returned to Rochester for its fourth edition, bringing with it an air of elegance and mystery. This unique social dinner, where conversation and champagne are considered essentials, took place Wednesday night at Austin Steward Plaza. Guests adhered to...

IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. (WROC) — First responders are at the Irondequoit Bay boat launch working to clear out a boat that sank. News 8 crews saw Point Pleasant Emergency Crews and the Sea Breeze Fire District on scene as crews are in the water. A witness saw the boat underwater. News 8 has been told that […]

Keana Courtois graduated from Rochester Prep years ago. Now she's walking down its halls again - as the principal. Courtois joins ARC Rochester to tell her fascinating story.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Actress Rita Moreno will be honored with a George Eastman Award this October! Moreno, an EGOT winner best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in the 1961 film adaptation of “West Side Story,” will be coming to the Dryden Theater to receive the award. The ceremony and gala are open...

Rochester Police are investigating after gunfire broke out on Roslyn Street in the city’s 19th Ward neighborhood on Wednesday night.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The city of Rochester is set to receive larger contributions from Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel this year. The company’s midyear report was presented by CEO and former Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown. He said this year has been significantly more profitable than 2024 for the Genesee County venue. A 5...

Good morning, Rochester. Here's what you need to know today. A cold front brings some much needed rain today. Widespread showers and possible thunderstorms arrive this afternoon and continue into the evening. We will be left feeling borderline chilly Friday, with highs in the mid 60s. There will also be...

Rochester, N.Y. — The mother of Brittanee Drexel, the Chili teenager who was raped and murdered, has filed a property lawsuit to secure $700 million in damages awarded by a jury. The lawsuit aims to place a lien on property owned by Raymond Moody and his long-time girlfriend, Angel...

Rochester native Zachary Yager, a respected NASCAR pit crew member known for his versatility and dedication, has passed away at 34, leaving a lasting impact on the sport.