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3 dead during bloody stretch in Rochester, N.Y.
Rochester police are investigating a trio of recent homicides including that of a taxi driver believed to be in his 40s, who was found dead Monday after an apparent carjacking. “I was very optimistic that we would be able to end April without a homicide, but unfortunately, that is not going to be the case,” Rochester Mayor Malik Evans said during a Monday press conference. He urged the ...
Two accused of security guard’s beating involving baseball bat
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two people were charged Monday night after Rochester police said a city security guard was beaten with a baseball bat. The guard told the people inside a parked vehicle at La Grange Park that the park was closing shortly before 8:30 p.m., according to investigators. When the guard threatened to ticket […]
Rochester woman injured in machete attack
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — A woman was critically injured in an attack Thursday night on Dewey Avenue. According to court paperwork, David Lampman, 54, used a machete to cause serious physical injuries to the woman — including cuts on her shoulder, chest, scalp, abdomen and lower back. Police...
Identity of man killed on South Clinton Ave. in Rochester released
A man killed near an apartment complex on South Clinton Avenue in Rochester has been identified. Rochester police said Myron Fair, 53, lived at Pinnacle Place apartments at 919 S. Clinton Ave., where he was located, police said. The manner of death will be determined by the Monroe County Medical...
Family Self-Sufficiency Program holds graduation ceremony
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Sixteen people are now ready for the next phase of their lives, after graduating from a five-year program with Rochester Housing Authority. The Family Self-Sufficiency Program helps families become economically independent, and self-sufficient. Officials say this can look different for everyone depending on their goals. Attendees can get help in education, […]
Rochester man arrested, accused of threatening to kill law enforcement officers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Rochester man was arrested and accused of threatening federal law enforcement in messages sent to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to prosecutors, Eric Anthony, 27, sent an email to the ATF Thursday criticizing gun laws, the ATF, FBI, Monroe County Sheriff’s […]
Community discussion aims to bridge gap between renters, landlords in Rochester
Rochester, N.Y. — A discussion held Monday in Rochester aimed to bridge the gap amid concerns about Rochester's affordable housing market. Rochester Alliance of Communities Transforming Society (ACTS) hosted a town hall meeting at Downtown United Presbyterian Church to discuss challenges in the housing market. Housing advocates, tenants, landlords...
Doran Street house fire causes major damage but no injuries
A house fire broke out on Doran Street on Monday morning around 2 a.m. RFD responded quickly to the fire. They did not find any people in the building. It took 30 minutes to get the fire under control. The house sustained heavy damage. RG&E turned off gas and electric...
'Not the Rochester we want to be a part of': Mayor, police chief react to violent weekend
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — In less than 48 hours, Rochester experienced three homicides. BACKGROUND: Taxi cab driver found shot to death on Bay Street | Rochester police investigating homicide on South Clinton Avenue | Rochester police investigating overnight homicide on Day Place. The victims are identified as Ricky Elliot...
Man shot, killed on Day Place in Rochester identified
Rochester police have identified a man shot and killed on Day Place on Sunday. Police said 35-year-old Ricky Elliot, of Rochester, was shot and killed after an altercation in the street. Officers responded to a report of gunfire around 2:15 am on Sunday. Upon arrival, they discovered Elliot suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, police said. Despite efforts to save him, Elliot died at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Deputy and Trooper injured while arresting Ontario Co. man on robbery charges
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a Shortsville man on Sunday. According to OCSO, on April 21, 29-year-old Kyle Baker was arrested for robbery in the second degree following an investigation into a stolen vehicle complaint out of the town of Manchester. Deputies responded to Water Street in […]
Pet fostering in Rochester: These people are making a difference
She rescued a dog. Luna saved her, too. Deanna Viera’s voice cracked when she explained the recent loss of her husband, a man she loved so hard. Yes, this mom of five is still surrounded by her little loved ones. But Luna, a brown-haired, mixed breed with white paws and a white chest, along with Viera's other animals, help to ease pain she tries not to expose to her kids, who range in age from 5 to 16.
Rochester animal shelter expanding weekend hours
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Animal Services shelter on Verona Street in the city is expanding its hours due to an increase in demand. According to the City of Rochester, the shelter will be open every day, including weekends, beginning this Friday. It’s the shelter’s second expansion of hours so far this year. “Since […]
Rochester's first state-licensed marijuana dispensary opens
The line outside security to get in on 4/20 was long at new business Good Life Collective. Above the music, the din, the voice of the mayor of Rochester came through the walls from inside the store at 155 Monroe Ave. "5...4...3...2...1," Mayor Malik Evans said. "Happy 420!" The inside...
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