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Body camera video of Monroe County DA Sandra Doorley's traffic stop released
Webster, N.Y. (WHAM) — The Town of Webster released body camera footage Friday of Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley's tense interaction with a Webster police officer after Doorley was caught speeding Monday. Doorley released a statement Thursday admitting she had been driving 55 mph in a 35 mph...
Car drives wrong way down I-490, chase ends in crash on Rt. 531
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A car driving down the wrong way on the highway led to a police chase and crash. News 8 is at the scene and was told that a car was driving the wrong way down I-490. The chase led police to Rt. 531 as the car headed west in the eastbound […]
Three charged in murder-for-hire plot in Ontario County
A man awaiting sentencing after his conviction on several felony charges including rape and his girlfriend are now in jail after they were arrested as part of an alleged plot to murder the Ontario County judge and prosecutor who tried the case. Alexander H. Kise, 21, of Greece, and Alydia J. Gater, 22, also of Greece, are facing charges of attempted first-degree murder, a class A-1 felony, second-degree conspiracy, a class B felony, and third-degree criminal sale of a...
Dry days give way to weekend showers: Rochester's weather shift
Rochester, N.Y. -- High pressure has provided protection from clouds and rain the past couple of days. The dry air along with clear sky at night has allow temperatures to drop overnight to some near record levels. A warm front will cross Western New York during the afternoon Saturday. This...
Operation Safe Stop emphasizes kids and school bus safety
Henrietta, N.Y. - An estimated 50,000 vehicles illegally pass school buses in New York State every day. The annual campaign, "Operation Safe Stop" is held each year to remind drivers to stop and wait when a school bus is stopped with its flashing red lights. People gathered for an event...
Rochester man found guilty in violent assault against teenage niece
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Rochester man was convicted of assault Friday for beating his niece so violently, doctors had to put her into a coma. Prosecutors said Jacob Seffens, 34, had been in a sexual relationship with the teenager. He beat her with a baseball bat on June 14, when she tried to end […]
Missing person: Have you seen Eric Velez?
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Police Department asked for help looking for a missing man on Friday. According to RPD, 29-year-old Eric Velez was last seen wearing all-black clothing in the area of McNaughton Street on April 14. Police said he is known to go to the west side of the City including Dewey […]
Weather Forecast: Friday sun to weekend rain
Clear skies this morning will lead into a beautiful day across the region. It was a cold start as many began in the 20s. Southerly flow develops and helps get numbers into the upper 50s and lower 60s. There will be a lake breeze, keeping those along Lake Ontario even cooler.
First Alert Weather: Sunshine for Friday but rain will arrive Saturday afternoon
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Bright sunshine will warm things up nicely on Friday after another frosty cold morning. Temperatures will jump into the 50s and low 60s. It will be mainly clear and not as cold on Friday night in the 40s. Saturday will start dry but plan on some showers in the afternoon as a warm front crosses the region.
2024 Party in the Park lineup announced
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The City of Rochester released the 2024 Party in the Park lineup Thursday. The annual summer event, now in its 27th year, brings live music to Martin Luther King Jr. Park in downtown Rochester every Thursday from July 11 through August 15. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. for each show. Opening […]
Rochester and Monroe Co. celebrate 41st Annual Arbor Day
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The City of Rochester and Monroe County celebrated their joint Annual Arbor Day on Friday. Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and City Department of Environmental Services Commissioner Richard Perrin II held the celebration at the Trenton and Pamela Jackson Recreation Center at 485 N. Clinton Avenue. The first Arbor Day celebration […]
Local parent shares concern after fight at Willink Middle School
WEBSTER, N.Y. — Webster parents are seeking answers, after a student fight sent the Willink Middle School into a lockdown. It happened Tuesday morning just before 9 a.m. Police Chief Dennis Kohlmeier said no injuries or arrests were reported. But one student was aggressive toward officers attempting to intervene. Kohlmeier said the fight started after two students were texting, and the texts escalated to physical conflict.
Missing 7-year-old last seen in Henrietta located safely
UPDATE: The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office reports Jahi has been located and is safe. The investigation is ongoing into the circumstances. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Police issued an alert for a missing child last seen Thursday night in Henrietta. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Jahi Dade left the Jefferson Road Marshall’s with a […]
Ogdensburg woman held without bail after fentanyl bust
MORRISTOWN, New York (WWNY) - An Ogdensburg woman is jailed without bail for allegedly possessing fentanyl. The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office arrested 44-year-old Melissa Gordon and three Rochester residents during a traffic stop Wednesday night. Officials say Gordon was in a vehicle with 30-year-old Dennis Felder Jr., 26-year-old...
Your guide to the music at the Rochester Lilac Festival 2024!
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Lilac Festival released its full line-up of local and regional bands, supporting talent, and headliners on the music side of things at the festival. Many bands are returning to the festival this year, but some new performances are hitting the stage. Below is a comprehensive guide to the concerts […]
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