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Flu cases have hit record highs across the country, reaching their highest level in 25 years. New York State health officials say we've seen flu activity at its highest rates ever. Dr. Lorinda Parks, Medical Director of Rochester Regional Health's Primary Care Institute gives us more information.

Rochester residents are urged to help law enforcement catch wanted suspects, with cash rewards up to $2,000 for tips.

GREECE, N.Y. — When Tim Miller, a key member of the nonprofit Operation Caring Hearts, died in a deadly crash a few weeks ago, his fiance was heartbroken. “I still don’t think it’s real. I just don’t want to believe that he’s gone,” said Rebecca Mearns, who also serves as the co-founder of the organization. […]

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester City Council on Wednesday condemned what it called “ICE brutality” in Minneapolis after a U.S. citizen was shot and killed during a federal immigration operation. Council members said video footage of the incident shows the civilian being killed in broad daylight, in public...

A crash on Wednesday morning has caused all lanes to close on Route 104 westbound near Five Mile Line Road in Webster.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On this week’s edition of “Walk With Me” developer Joel Barrett describes how transforming Rochester’s historic city hall building into a mixed-use development transformed his career. “A project like this is life changing. It has defined the last five years of my career and its going to...

Penfield, N.Y. (WHAM) — A woman pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges stemming from a house party on Halloween that police said involved underage drinking. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to a home on Redwood Drive Oct. 31 after receiving reports of a 17-year-old boy who was unconscious...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Silo Brunch Bar in Greece is temporarily closed as the business prepares to relocate. In a statement posted to the restaurant’s Facebook Page on Dec. 21, it was explained that the lease on the building had ended, and the landlord sold the building. The statement read in part: “The good news:...

Wegmans allegedly uses facial recognition to scan its customers, sparking viral privacy concerns and legislative pushback over biometric data collection.

Sledding is one of the best ways to get out and enjoy the winter weather in Greater Rochester and Monroe County! With nearly 12,000 acres of parkland, Monroe County has all the open outdoor space you could want for the ultimate sledding experience. Find a few of our favorite spots...