Bath Police looking for woman who may be in Rochester
BATH, N.Y. — The Bath Police Department is trying to located and check the welfare of a woman last heard from on Sept. 20 and who may be in Rochester. Nikki Wright is believed to be traveling with her dog, a brown pit bull mix, and possible frequents the area of Lyell Avenue and Mount […]
Evening Briefing: Multiple upstate airports refuse to show Noem shutdown video, both sides rest...
Good evening, Rochester. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. A cold front will pass through Wednesday morning, giving us more clouds and maybe a shower in the morning. By the afternoon, clouds will decrease and we will see a mostly sunny sky.
Delays on W. Main Street in Webster after water main break
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Drivers are asked to expect delays on West Main Street after a water main break. Police were blocking the road between Corning Park and South Avenue as crews were working to clear the area. As of 12:30 p.m., Webster police confirmed that a lane has opened for through traffic, but are […]
Manhattan District Attorney’s Office Returns 29 Antiquities to Greece
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office recently announced the return of 29 antiquities to Greece, estimated to be worth a total of $3 million. The Met's First Ancient Egypt Blockbuster in Over a Decade Is a Show Fit for the Gods The objects were seized by the office’s Antiquities Trafficking Unit as part of...
Air traffic controllers union says flying still safe despite staffing issues
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The union that represents the air traffic controllers say they are coming to work stressed out, short-staffed and without pay — but says it’s still safe to fly. “This is a severely understaffed system where one person can make a difference,” said Nick Daniels,...
Crime Stoppers: The murder of Ordie Overton
Rochester Police are once again asking for help solving a murder. Ordie Overton was shot and killed at an apartment complex on East Main Street in 2022. Rochester Police Detectives Peter Woodworth and Joel Wittman tell us more. Call 911 or Crime Stoppers at (585) 423-9300 if you have more...
Driver recovering after two-car crash at East and Alexander
A driver is recovering from minor injuries after two SUVs collided in Rochester’s East End on Monday just after midnight.
Bright Spot: Reconnecting with the community
Irondequoit, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on supporting local families in need. The East Irondequoit Central School District held its annual School Improvement Day, when staff members were able to relax, recharge and reconnect with their community. One of the activities was the assembly of 40 birthday boxes...
N.Y. lawmaker urges state Board of Regents to mandate science-backed reading
According to a 2023 report by the Ed Trust NY, less than 40% of all Monroe County students in grades 3-8 are proficient in reading, with significantly lower rates for students with disabilities, those from low-income backgrounds and students who are Black or Latinx. A 2024 national assessment, also by...
Rochester Museum and Science Center celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Museum and Science Center celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday with an event to educate and engage the community. The celebration was held from October 11 to October 13 and provided information about different indigenous groups and their contributions through displays...
