Expert says big cat in video has body similar to a mountain lion’s —...
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – There may be a cougar roaming around Rochester, according to members of the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). News10NBC’s Marsha Augustin visited the Beechwood neighborhood, where surveillance video captured what might be a cougar. Brad Gibson, a professor at the University of Southern...
Police bust 3 drug dealers, search for more continues
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — After a months-long investigation, the Canandaigua Police Department has arrested and charged three men with third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance. According to police, 31-year-old Queshon R. Gross, 29-year-old Darnell Rojas-Robinson, and 54-year-old John C. Grier are accused...
Possible mountain lion filmed outside home in Rochester, New York
A mysterious large cat was filmed by a doorbell camera casually strolling past a house in a quiet neighborhood. The sighting, which took place just before 4am on Wednesday, occurred outside the house of Stephany Baez whose dogs had also started to bark and howl at the unexpected visitor. On...
Rochester rehab center hosts summer luau to promote health and movement
Rochester, N.Y. — The Rochester Center for Rehab and Long-Term Care hosted its annual Care that Moves You luau celebration on Wednesday , aiming to motivate residents to stay active and maintain good health. The event featured tropical-themed games and a hula hoop challenge designed to encourage healthy lifestyles...
Multiple cars crash around work zone on Portland Avenue
We’re working to get more information from Irondequoit Police about a multi-car crash around a work zone on Portland Avenue overnight.
Suspect faces charges after leading LeRoy Police on 100 mph chase, ramming cruiser
LEROY, N.Y. – A traffic stop in LeRoy escalated into a high-speed chase, ending with a suspect ramming a police cruiser. The incident occurred when a LeRoy officer attempted to stop a damaged car without a license plate. The vehicle fled, leading to a chase reaching speeds of up to 100 mph. Police said the […]
‘Aira ASL’ app launches at Rochester Airport, providing free ASL interpreters
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello announced Thursday the launch of a new pilot program at the Rochester International Airport that provides accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. “Aira ASL,” is a mobile app that will connect people who are deaf or hard-of-haring with...
Corn Hill Arts Festival returns this weekend with 350+ artists and family fun
The 57th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival is set to bring color, creativity, and community spirit back to Rochester’s historic Corn Hill neighborhood this weekend, July 12 and 13. Presented by ESL Federal Credit Union, the beloved summer event will feature over 350 artists spread across nine neighborhood streets, four...
RPD: Person hit on Lyell Avenue by motorcyclist who fled the scene
Rochester Police are investigating after a person was hit on Lyell Avenue by a motorcyclist who fled the scene.
RG&E working to resolve error impacting Autopay customers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — RG&E is working to fix a technical error that has impacted customers using autopay. The utility told News 8 that the error was due to a federally required transition to a new payment vendor. They said they are working to lock down the affected accounts and to work with customers to […]
