Olympic champion Cathy Turner finds her happy place as Winter Games return
HILTON, N.Y. — Friday marks the moment of a lifetime for 3,000 athletes representing 90 countries as they take part in the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. One former Olympic gold medalist, a speed skating legend from the Rochester area, has had the date marked on her calendar for a while now.
3 people dragged unconscious man, who later died, outside Greece bar, police say
Greece, N.Y. (WHAM) — Three people have been charged after they dragged an unconscious bar customer, who later died, outside after he was served drinks past closing time and hit his head on a table, according to the Greece Police Department. Police said John Acito, 68, was served alcohol...
Lawsuits fly as split between Great Northern Mall’s owners and a housing developer turns...
Syracuse, N.Y. – Breakups have a way of turning ugly, and that’s just what is happening with the partnership that was supposed to redevelop the Great Northern Mall in Clay. The partnership between Syracuse-based Hart Lyman Cos. and Rochester-based Conifer Housing has devolved into a court fight, with...
Morning Briefing: Spencerport residents vote down purchase of EV buses, changes coming to Bills’...
Good morning, Rochester. Here's what you need to know today. Lake snow will be around for counties east of the city. This snow will not be heavy or widespread. Wayne and Cayuga counties could see an isolated 3 to 5 inches. Elsewhere will see some sunshine today!. Temperatures today and...
Deputies seek to identify suspect in criminal mischief case in Penfield
PENFIELD, NY — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to identify a person in connection with a criminal mischief investigation at a Citizens Bank. The incident occurred at the bank located at 1950 Empire Blvd. on Jan. 14 at 4:34 p.m. Deputies have...
Henrietta crash brings down power lines and knocks out power to hundreds
Over 1,000 people had their power knocked out after a crash that brought down power lines in Henrietta overnight.
MCC testing out a free breakfast program for students
It's one of several actions Monroe Community College has taken to address food insecurity among its students.
Stolen car chase in Greece leads to arrest of three teens
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Three teenagers were arrested by the Greece Police Department after a stolen vehicle report led to a brief pursuit, a crash, and a search. On Wednesday, GPD officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle by a license plate reader on Ridgeway Avenue. Officers then located the vehicle near Mt. Read...
Greece Ridge Mall closes early after power outage
GREECE, N.Y. — Heads up, Greece Ridge Mall will close early Tuesday night after a power outage. The mall will close at 5 p.m. It normally stays open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays. The mall says some exterior stores may stay open, and it’s best to contact them directly before driving in.
Park Ave. café announces closing date after six years
The Chai Guy has announced it is closing the doors of its cafe at 729 Park Ave. Its lease is ending. "We've had six great years on Park Avenue," said owner Patrick Tharp. "I love the neighborhood. I realized we needed to refocus our business." Tharp will continue to operate The Chai Guy Cafe at the Rochester Public...
