Ohio governor signs law backed by parents of fallen Officer Jamieson Ritter of Webster
The governor of Ohio signed a bill on Friday that advocates say closes a legal loophole that could have set free the man accused of killing fallen Officer Jamieson Ritter.
Police Catch Walmart iPhone Thief in Upstate New York
Police have arrested a man after he allegedly impersonated a Walmart employee and walked away with over $50,000 worth of iPhones in Upstate New York.
2 WNY-based soldiers receive French medal for bravery
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two Western New York Army Guard soldiers were among a group of six from Buffalo and Rochester to receive French medals for bravery on Sunday. Members of B Company, 3rd Battalion, 126th General Support Aviation Battalion, received the French National Defense Gold Medal with Bronze Star on...
Diaz, Gioia Capture Titles at Joseph Pellicano Invitational
The New York University wrestling team competed against seven other schools at the Joseph Pellicano Invitational, hosted by St. John Fisher University, on Saturday, February 21, in Rochester, New York. Fourteen different Violets competed across eight weight classes. NYU was led by two bracket champions on the day....
Local businesses share thoughts on proposed I-590 replacements
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The New York State Department of Transportation is inviting the public to discuss its plans to replace two bridges on I-590 over Monroe Avenue and Allen Creek Road. Major construction is slated to start this spring and is expected to continue through the winter of 2028. News 8’s Dawson LeVan...
Joint concert celebrates Black history, raises funds for local scholarships
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A concert to recognize Black History Month was held at Mt. Olivet Church on Saturday evening. Together, AKOMA, an African American Women’s Choir, and Voices of Thunder, a male chorus, brought a sound to celebrate and reflect on the history of Black music and gospel. Proceeds from the event go...
Community gathers at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church ahead of war anniversary
The community gathered in prayer as the four-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approached. They met at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church for a candlelight vigil.
How a Rochester psychologist changed what we know about motivation
Pacing the stage, his hands moving in rhythm with his words, Dr. Edward L. Deci explained the topic that had fascinated him for decades. “I love motivation,” he said in a TEDxFlourCity talk. “It’s given me a good life. And every place I look, I see motivation, or lack thereof.” Motivated to study motivation, Dr....
Comedian Joe Avati brings humor to Casa Larga Vineyards
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Casa Larga Vineyards hosted international comedian Joe Avati on Saturday night for a sold-out show. The Australian comedian stopped in Rochester as part of his United States and Canada comedy tour, sharing his heritage, upbringing, and lifestyle through humor. Attendees were provided a...
Rochester letter carriers rally for fair wages as contract expiration looms
Workers rallied outside the post office on Jefferson Road, carrying signs that expressed the need for an all-career workforce. The rally aimed to bring attention to the fight for a fair contract as the letter carriers’ contract for Rochester and surrounding areas is set to expire in May.
