Over 100,000 Ukrainian and Sudanese people get temporary protection from deportation
The Department of Homeland Security has extended the temporary protected status of over 100,000 Ukrainian and Sudanese people.
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Crosstown rivalry between Eastridge and Irondequoit in Section V football playoffs
High school football players in Irondequoit are gearing up for a big playoff matchup between cross-town rivals, the Eagles and the Lancers.
Crosstown rivalry between Eastridge and Irondequoit in Section V football playoffs
High school football players in Irondequoit are gearing up for a big playoff matchup between cross-town rivals, the Eagles and the Lancers.
Perinton proposal: Six-month pause on large housing developments in Egypt, Bushnell’s Basin and Erie Canal Conservation Overlay
PERINTON, N.Y. — Perinton leaders are considering a six-month pause on large housing developments in parts of the town. The proposed moratorium would affect any housing projects with more than five separate dwellings in the hamlets of Egypt and Bushnell’s Basin, and the Erie Canal Conservation Overlay, due to a recent…
Phelps family with identical quadruplets displaced after two-alarm fire Sunday
PHELPS, N.Y. — A Phelps family with identical quadruplets has been displaced from their home after a two-alarm fire Sunday. What happened? The Oaks Corners Fire Department was dispatched to a home on Fisher Road Sunday at around 12:14 p.m. When crews got there, they determined there to be a working fire in the walls
State lawmakers secure more than $1.6 million for RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium renovation
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — State lawmakers have secured more than $1.6 million to complete the Rochester Museum and Science Center’s Strasenburgh Planetarium renovation. The new funding brings the total for the Space Campaign to $2.2 million, allowing the planetarium to move forward with upgrades in technology, accessibility…
News10NBC Investigates: Some Monroe County mail-in ballots were delayed, here is what you can do now:
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Some Monroe County voters who requested mail-in ballots for the upcoming general election have yet to receive them and it’s due to a delay with the vendor that was hired to print and mail them. Roughly 18,000 people are signed up for mail-in voting in the county are the majority are not
Shooting near Ohio mosque leaves 1 dead but was not connected to the building, police say
Police say a shooting in Columbus, Ohio, was not an attack on a mosque but did happen nearby. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives originally said Monday afternoon in a post on X that federal agents were responding to a report of a shooting at a mosque. But police later said the shooting happened in…
Man who snatched Peachy the flamingo from Las Vegas hotel exhibit found guilty of animal cruelty
A jury has convicted a Canadian man of animal cruelty charges after the tourist drunkenly snatched a flamingo named Peachy from its enclosure at an iconic Las Vegas hotel during a visit in March. Prosecutors said tourist Mitchell Fairbarn maliciously harmed the bird at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino when he…
Man who took Peachy the flamingo from Las Vegas hotel exhibit found guilty of animal cruelty
A jury has convicted a Canadian man of animal cruelty charges after he snatched a flamingo named Peachy from its enclosure at an iconic Las Vegas hotel in what prosecutors called a drunken prank. Prosecutors said Mitchell Fairbarn maliciously harmed the bird at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino when he took it…
Nevada jury weighs charges against Canadian who took Peachy the flamingo in drunken prank
Prosecutors say a visitor from Canada maliciously harmed a flamingo named Peachy at an iconic Las Vegas hotel when he snatched the bird from its enclosure earlier this year and brought it to his room in a drunken prank. Mitchell Fairbarn's defense attorney told jurors at trial Monday that his client regretted his…
LeBron James’ move to Philadelphia makes 76ers the betting favorite out of the East
LeBron James shifted the NBA landscape by leaving the Los Angeles Lakers for the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers are now favorites in the East, even ahead of the defending champion New York Knicks. BetMGM Sportsbook reported significant betting interest in Philadelphia. James, at 41, remains a top player. But Joel…
Rams WR Davante Adams out 6-10 weeks with hamstring injury. DT Poona Ford out for season
Rams receiver Davante Adams will be out for six to 10 weeks with a serious hamstring injury. Los Angeles coach Sean McVay made the announcement Monday. The Rams also lost veteran defensive tackle Poona Ford for the season due to a ruptured triceps. Adams is a six-time Pro Bowl selection and the NFL’s leader in…
First Alert Weather: Tracking exceptional October weather this week
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The week started off beautifully with a clear blue sky and mild air, and we have more of that on the way. We have a blocking pattern that has set up over the United States. There are a pair of low pressure systems over the southwest and the southeast, meanwhile a sprawling
Consumer Alert: Social Security benefits are rising, but so is inflation
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Social Security Administration announced late last week that Social Security checks will increase by 3.6% this year. Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income are set to rise more in 2027 than they did for 2026, according to officials. This affects hundreds of thousands of people…
Consumer Alert: A Chili viewer stopped an utility scam before the caller got a payment
CHILI, N.Y. — An alert Chili resident stopped a utility scam and hopes his story will help others avoid similar trouble. Threat to cut off power Sam Montante said he realized something was wrong when a caller claiming to be from RG&E threatened to turn off his gas and electric. “They told me we’re going
NFL suspends Bills safety Gardner-Johnson for 1 game for spitting at Raiders
The NFL suspended Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardiner-Johnson for one game without pay for spitting in the direction of Las Vegas Raiders players during a game a day earlier. Gardiner-Johnson was ejected late in the second quarter for unsportsmanlike conduct following an exchange with a group of Raiders players…
Deputies asking for help looking for missing girl last seen in Penfield
PENFIELD, N.Y. — Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies are asking for help looking for a missing girl last seen in Penfield Saturday. Deputies say Angel Stasis was last seen at around 8 p.m. Saturday leaving her home in Penfield. She’s described as 5’5″ with green eyes and brown hair. Stasis was last seen wearing black and
State announces funding for ‘Miracle on Ice’ tribute, holds meeting on feasibility of future Olympics
New York State has announced $2.5 million in funding to create a permanent tribute in Lake Placid to the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team.
Steuben County hosting countywide job fair Tuesday
BATH, N.Y. — Steuben County is hosting a job fair Tuesday for people to explore career opportunities throughout the county. The job fair will take place from 3-6 p.m. Tuesday at the Steuben County Civil Defense Building. People will be able to meet directly with department representatives from county departments and…
Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is ‘no accident’
An Australian lawmaker remains in critical condition after being hit by a car in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says appears to be a deliberate attack. The incident happened Monday outside Helen Haines’ office in Victoria. The driver, who was arrested at the scene, is being questioned by police. A knife was…
Capsizings cause the deaths of 12 migrants off Greek islands
Greece's coast guard says that 12 people have died in two separate capsizings involving speedboats ferrying migrants off the islands of Lesbos and Samos close to the Turkish coast. A coast guard spokesperson told The Associated Press on Monday that six people died in the first capsizing. That speedboat was carrying…
Barcelona ‘grandmas’ dish out cooking wisdom. And find nourishment themselves
In Barcelona, a group called Grandmas Cooking Barcelona offers visitors a chance to cook and eat traditional Spanish food. The aim is to learn about food the way grandma might cook it. The group of about 20 older women and men hold workshops at civic centers, social service organizations and other locations in the…
Reddick wins in Phoenix as NASCAR Cup Series championship tightens after miserable day for Larson
Tyler Reddick earned his sixth win of the NASCAR season at Phoenix Raceway, boosting his position in the Cup Series championship standings. On Sunday, Reddick's No. 45 Toyota overtook Chase Briscoe with 17 laps to go. Kyle Larson, the leader, had a rough day, finishing 34th after hitting the wall due to a flat tire…
Bills’ C.J. Gardner-Johnson apologizes after his ejection for spitting at a Raiders player
Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson has apologized to his teammates after being ejected from Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders for spitting on an opponent just before halftime. Gardner-Johnson says he let his emotions take over and he needs to be better. Officials ejected Gardner-Johnson for…
Rasmussen shines as Rays beat Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 to take a 3-2 ALCS lead
Drew Rasmussen allowed one run over seven innings for his second postseason win, Tampa Bay’s offense kept on constant pressure and the Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 to take a 3-2 lead in the AL Championship Series. The Rays will try to capture their third AL pennant and first since 2020 on Monday at Tropicana…
Super Bowl favorite Rams’ latest loss has Sean McVay searching for ways ‘not to beat ourselves’
Sean McVay says the Los Angeles Rams have to find a way not to beat themselves. The preseason Super Bowl favorites are 2-4 after an 18-16 loss to the visiting Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The Rams were done in by erratic play on offense and defense, haphazard special teams, inopportune penalties, untimely penalties…
Jordan Love, Green Bay’s defense lead the way in Packers’ 23-13 victory over Cowboys
Jordan Love threw a touchdown pass and also scored on a 1-yard keeper as the Green Bay Packers held Dallas’ high-powered offense in check and beat the Cowboys 23-13 in a penalty-filled game. Love went 23 of 41 for 276 yards to help the Packers improve to 11-1-1 in their last 13 meetings with the Cowboys. The Packers…
Soccer clubs Marseille and Lille close shops after vandalism and looting in France protests
Soccer clubs Marseille and Lille report their shops have been vandalized during protests in France. Demonstrations against rising living costs and poor school conditions involved over half a million mainly peaceful protesters. However, small groups set fires and looted businesses in cities like Paris, Lyon, and…
Colts fire general manager Chris Ballard amid 2-4 start and loss to previously winless Titans
The Indianapolis Colts have fired general manager Chris Ballard. The moves one day after fans booed the team resoundingly and chanted “Fire Ballard” during Sunday’s 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans. Team co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon said in January that the urgency to field a playoff team this…
China’s economy accelerated in the July-September quarter on robust exports
China says its economy grew 4.5% for the July-September quarter from a year ago. That moves the country closer to meeting its annual growth target as the year nears its end. The better-than-expected official data issued Monday accelerated from the 4.3% year-on-year growth recorded in April-June, which was the slowest…
AI agents are only as good as the personal information you share. That raises privacy concerns
Downloads of new artificial intelligence agents — like Meta's Muse and OpenAI's dots — are booming. Many have quickly welcomed AI agents into much of their online lives, and raved about the ways they can take care of everyday tasks with ease from snagging a dinner reservation or planning a trip to organizing inboxes…
Box Office: Elizabeth Holmes movie ‘You Can See Everything’ is now a hit in theaters too
Paramount's “Street Fighter” leads the box office this weekend, earning $31 million from 3,575 theaters in the U.S. and Canada. However, the spotlight is on the Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything,” which made an impressive $15 million from just 855 screens. Directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance…
Truck overturns in Kansas City, killing dozens of cows and causing dozens more to roam streets
Dozens of cattle spilled onto a street in Kansas City, Missouri, when a semitractor-trailer plunged off a highway overpass in the city's downtown, shutting down some roads and setting off a search for the traumatized animals that survived. Authorities said the accident occurred shortly before 3 a.m. Sunday and the…
Driver in deadly Kansas soccer field crash released while investigation continues
Police say a woman who drove a pickup truck onto a soccer field during a weekend youth game in Kansas, killing two people and injuring several others, has been released as the investigation continues. Police say no charges have been filed to date since Saturday's crash, adding the 34-year-old woman was released…
Private jet skids off runway, hits fence at Las Vegas airport
Officials say a private jet went off the end of a runway during a planned takeoff at the main airport in Las Vegas and hit a perimeter fence. No injuries were reported in the 11 a.m. Sunday mishap at Harry Reid International Airport. Airport spokesperson Monika Bertaki didn’t say what caused the plane to go off the…
Retired pilot helps historical society buy Neil Armstrong’s boyhood home for tours
A former military pilot has stepped up to preserve Neil Armstrong's boyhood home in Ohio. Ken Schreiber was inspired by Armstrong's legacy as the first man to walk on the moon and decided to buy the house after learning it was for sale. He donated $400,000 to the local historical society. The organization plans to…
National Guard member is shot while breaking up a fight in Washington, suspect is hit in return fire
A National Guard member has been shot and injured while trying to break up a fight in the nation's capital. Police say the person suspected of firing the gun Sunday night was shot in an exchange with guard members. Seven or eight guard members in a parked van were monitoring the fight. Interim Police Chief Jeffery…
Search ends for more survivors from boat that sank off Mexico’s Baja California coast
The U.S. Coast Guard has ended the search for 11 people believed missing after a boat sank off Mexico’s Baja California coast. Rescuers saved 16 of those who were on board when they reached the area Friday. Some survivors had suspected shark bites. Crews from the U.S. and Mexico spent nearly four days looking for…
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, AP source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Monday on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of a health matter. The team placed…
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts sidelined indefinitely with blood clots that could cost him the season
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts remains sidelined indefinitely because of blood clots that could cost him the rest of the season. The team placed him on injured reserve Saturday after revealing he has a blood clot in his calf. He missed the Eagles' loss to Carolina on Sunday. On Monday, the Eagles and…
Canandaigua woman accused of kicking deputies and trying to bite one of them during arrest
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. — The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office says a 21-year-old woman kicked three different deputies and tried to bite one of them during an arrest Friday. It started when deputies responded to the Super 8 Motel in Canandaigua for a report of a physical fight. The Sheriff’s Office says responding deputies…
AAA: Gas prices mostly down from last week as fall months typically bring lower prices
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Here’s a look at the average price for a gallon of gas in Rochester and New York State. Regular gas prices AAA says the average in Rochester is at $4.39 a gallon, down two cents from last week. The state average is at $4.42, down three cents from last week. Last year,
New York increases state tax credit for volunteer first responders to support recruitment and retention
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill over the weekend that quadruples the state tax credit for volunteer firefighters and ambulance crews in New York.
RG&E set to hold event Monday to help people enroll in energy assistance
RG&E is holding an event on Monday afternoon to help people enroll in energy assistance programs ahead of the winter season.
First Alert Weather: Another chilly morning, but another warm and sunny afternoon
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – It’s another chilly morning across WNY with temperatures ranging from the mid 30s to upper 40s, causing some patchy frost in the colder spots. But with sunny skies and a light southwesterly to westerly wind, we’ll warm up very nicely once again with highs in the mid to upper 60s this afternoon.
Bills players and fans react to 33-30 win against Raiders, looking to clean things up during bye week
The Buffalo Bills are heading into their bye week with a 5-1 record after Sunday's thrilling 33-30 victory over the Raiders in Las Vegas.
‘No excuse’; Bills C.J. Gardner-Johnson issues apology for unsportsmanlike conduct
Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson says he has to "hold himself to a higher standard" after he was ejected from Sunday's game.
Man scheduled to be arraigned in deadly shooting on Hague Street
A man is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday morning in a shooting that killed a 64-year-old man on Hague Street on the city's west side in August.
RPD searching for whoever shot man on Central Park
Rochester Police say they're searching for whoever shot a man on Central Park off North Union Street on Sunday evening.
RPD: 2 hospitalized after fight in car ends in crash near Lake and Clay avenues
Rochester police said two people were fighting in a vehicle, leading to them crashing and getting multiple lacerations in the area of Lake and Clay avenues on Sunday.
Upstate NY’s only wheelchair rugby team hosts annual Wrecking Ball tournament in Victor
Upstate New York’s only wheelchair rugby team, the Western New York Wreckers, hosted its annual Wrecking Ball tournament on Sunday at Pinnacle Athletic Campus.
First Alert Weather: A quiet Sunday night may lead to a frosty Monday morning for some
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – A Frost Advisory is in effect for Monroe, Wayne and northern Cayuga tonight through 9am Monday morning. Counties further west are less likely to see significant frost due to a southwesterly wind mixing surface air northeast of Lake Erie and making conditions less favorable for widespread frost…
Rochester PD gun buyback takes place at Church of Love Faith Center on Tuesday
The Rochester Police Department planned a gun buyback event on Tuesday, offering up to $600 depending on the type of gun.
Roc City Skatepark closes Monday for repairs, expected to reopen Friday
The Roc City Skatepark will close Monday for repairs and maintenance.
MCSO: 15-year-old girl from Clarkson missing
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said it's looking for a missing 15-year-old Clarkson girl on Sunday.
Rochester in Focus: Oct. 18, 2026
This week's episode starts off with a focus on education. Lynette talks with two organization leaders about their commitment to Together Achieving More. The second interview is with the founder of READY, an educational program. Next, it's a chat with leaders from an after-school learning center. The last interview is…
Golisano Children’s Hospital Gala aims to help fund new children’s integrated care center
Hundreds gathered at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center for the annual Golisano Children's Hospital Gala, raising support for a new integrated care center for children with serious medical needs.
Trump endorses embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection
President Donald Trump has endorsed embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for late in his reelection campaign. It's coveted boost because of Trump’s popularity. But it's also an endorsement that the American had withheld for months as the leaders' strategies in the Middle East diverged. Trump said in a…
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk supports patients, survivors, and caregivers
The annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is taking place at ESL Ballpark on Sunday.
Rochester police: Man charged with DWI, gun taken after shots heard
A Rochester man has been arrested and charged with a DWI after police said they got a report of shots heard from a vehicle.
Masked settlers attack European diplomats in the occupied West Bank
Masked settlers attacked a group of European diplomats in the occupied West Bank, a French mayor who was struck and others say. The attackers targeted Belgium’s consul general and French and Polish diplomats on Saturday, Belgium's foreign minister said. The French mayor described the attack by men with metal bars…
No Kings rallies across US urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms
Rallies calling for election integrity and urging voters to cast ballots early in the upcoming midterms have been held in cities and towns across the United States. Saturday's gatherings are part of the No Kings network, which has spearheaded large protests opposing President Donald Trump throughout his second term…
No Kings rallies across US urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms
Rallies calling for election integrity and urging voters to cast ballots early in the upcoming midterms have been held in cities and towns across the United States. Saturday's gatherings are part of the No Kings network, which has spearheaded large protests opposing President Donald Trump throughout his second term…
Fundora stops Hadribeaj in final second, keeps undisputed title hopes alive
Sebastian Fundora kept his pursuit of an undisputed championship on track with a second to spare. Fundora stopped Ermal Hadribeaj with a left hand at 2:59 of the 12th round Saturday night at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to retain his WBC super welterweight title. Fundora (25-1-1, 17 KOs) had his fourth…
Typhoon Champi strengthens to Category 5 but moves away from land; Trudy weakens
Typhoon Champi has moved into the Philippine Sea, becoming a Category 5 super typhoon, according to the U.S. National Weather Service. It had maximum sustained winds of 160 mph by late Monday Asia time and was not near land. Champi earlier passed close to Guam, prompting emergency disaster declarations from the…
Hurricane Trudy weakens off Mexico and Typhoon Champi moves away from land
Hurricane Trudy is rapidly weakening off Mexico’s Pacific coast. Authorities have lifted all warnings for Mexico's coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said Trudy had maximum sustained winds of 80 mph late Sunday and was moving further offshore. It was expected to deteriorate to a post-tropical low by Tuesday…
Hurricane Trudy lashes Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds
Hurricane Trudy is lashing parts of Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds but authorities have removed all warnings for Mexico's coast. The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the Category 2 storm had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph (155 kph) and was moving northwest at 6 mph (9 kph). Trudy’s…
Hurricane Trudy brings heavy rain and strong winds to Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Trudy has lashed Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. The Category 2 hurricane is packing winds of 105 mph and moving northwest at 8 mph. Trudy's center is expected to remain near the coast through Sunday evening before moving south of the…
Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia as spat between Trump and Zelenskyy continues
Ukrainian attacks have set an oil export terminal ablaze in St. Petersburg. Kyiv launched over 1,000 drones across Russia in one of its largest aerial bombardments. The attack Sunday comes amid tensions between Ukraine and Washington, with U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing Kyiv for its strikes on Russian oil…
St Petersburg oil facilities ablaze as Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia
Ukrainian attacks have set an oil export terminal ablaze in St. Petersburg. Kyiv launched over 1,000 drones across Russia in one of its largest aerial bombardments. The attack Sunday comes amid tensions between Ukraine and Washington, with U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing Kyiv for its strikes on Russian oil…
Man shot, killed on subway platform in midtown Manhattan
An argument on a subway platform in midtown Manhattan turned deadly Saturday, leaving one man fatally shot and train service disrupted. Police were called to the 7th Avenue Station at 12:21 p.m., where they found an adult male with a gunshot wound to his chest. A spokesperson said the shooting occurred on the E train…
Search continues after boat capsizes off Baja California coast. Survivors attacked by sharks
The U.S. Coast Guard reports that multiple survivors have been treated for suspected shark bites after a boat capsized off Baja California. The boat, which departed from Mexico, was carrying 27 people. Sixteen Mexican nationals were rescued on Friday, but authorities continue searching for 11 missing individuals. The…
Firefighters gain ground on Southern California blaze, allowing thousands to return home
Fire crews in Southern California have gained ground on a wind-driven blaze that charred hills and burned at least six large coastal homes. This progress allowed evacuation orders to be lifted, letting thousands return home. Hundreds of firefighters worked on the blaze in Orange County, which sparked Friday amid hot…
As an Oregon community mourns 4 killed in school shooting, 2 wounded survivors remain hospitalized
A special-needs teacher and student wounded in a deadly shooting at an Oregon elementary school remained hospitalized Saturday, but friends said their survival was a spot of hope in a community in mourning. The youngest shooting survivor is 7-year-old Saylor Graham. The director of a volunteer group that worked with…
Consumer apprehension grows as US retailers adopt AI-assisted pricing tools
U.S. consumers are uneasy about the increasingly high-tech ways that restaurant chains and major retailers are setting prices. Digital price tags are replacing paper ones in grocery aisles. Artificial intelligence tools help businesses decide what to charge by predicting how customers might respond. Terms like…
Trump touts his power at Kentucky rally to energize voters ahead of midterm elections
President Donald Trump is emphasizing his influence during his second term at a rally in Kentucky. He claimed on Saturday that he could achieve "unbelievable" things, citing his decision to change how the U.S. government refers to the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. Trump was in Highland Heights to support…
Vance faces tough questions on Iran war, immigration and more in CBS town hall
Vice President JD Vance faced tough questions from voters about the Trump administration’s policies on data centers, high costs, immigration and his own rhetoric in a town hall on CBS News that aired Saturday night. The string of sharp queries, some from voters who said they had supported him and President Donald…
Trump’s new pitch for Republican candidates — they’re really good looking
President Donald Trump has a new pitch for Republican candidates: they’re easy on the eyes. At a Saturday rally in Kentucky, he praised U.S. House candidate Ed Gallrein as "beautiful." Trump also described Ohio Sen. Jon Husted as a "perfect person" and "good-looking guy." Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton hasn't been…
Rubio heads to Central Asia as some wonder if he’s keeping the most pressing matters at a distance
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has left Washington on his 31st trip abroad as America’s top diplomat, heading to Uzbekistan and India amid rumblings that he’s ignoring pressing matters in favor of more politically safe visits and meetings. The tour is intended to promote U.S. economic and security ties with Central…
Latino voters helped put Trump back in the White House. What’s their next move?
The path to a House majority on Capitol Hill runs through heavily Latino districts in states such as Arizona, Colorado and Texas. It's where Democrats are counting on disaffected Trump supporters to swing back their way. But it also unclear whether Democrats have sealed the deal with voters who lack strong allegiance…
Trump dominated rural America. Iowa is testing whether Democrats can win them back
Dave Roethler is a former Donald Trump supporter in Iowa who feels disillusioned about the economy and believes middle-class families are suffering while the president benefits. It's a sentiment echoed by others in rural Iowa, where Democrats are trying to gain ground this election year. Economic concerns such as…
First Alert Weather: Chilly morning turns into a nice afternoon with plenty of sun! Nice weather continues for a while…
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – It’s a cold, cold morning across Western New York, with temperatures having gotten down into the low 30s for most, and even the upper 20s in some spots. Southwest wind and lots of sunshine will help us warm up though, with highs this afternoon in the low 60s. Great weather for hiking
Aquinas gets season’s first win over Edison
Aquinas gets its first win of the year with a 48-26 home victory over Edison.
Spencerport spoils Gates Chili’s homecoming for second win of season
Spencerport comes away with a 35-14 road win over Gates Chili for their second win of the season.
RIT men’s hockey falls to #3 Michigan State in front of sellout Blue Cross crowd
RIT men’s hockey falls to #3 Michigan State after the Spartans score three third-period goals to take home a 5-1 win.
About 150 people turned out in Henrietta to help Rochester homeless veterans
Operation Caring Hearts held a euchre tournament on Saturday to raise money for homeless people and veterans.
First Alert Weather: Sunday brings a frosty morning and a picture-perfect fall day
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The rest of the evening will bring a northwesterly wind between 10 and 15 mph with a few gusts between 15 and 25 mph. High temperatures only reached the mid to upper 40s Saturday across Western New York and will start to fall into the 30s as we head closer to the
Park Avenue Harvest Walk brings neighbors, businesses, and trick-or-treating together
The Park Avenue Harvest Walk brought together neighbors and local businesses Saturday as fall festivities continued in Rochester.
Local church sale offers half-off deals and supports community partners
A local church hosted its annual fall garage sale, drawing crowds despite rainy weather and raising money for church ministries and local partners.
Rochester ‘Canstruction’ event turns canned food into art for Foodlink donations
Designers and engineers from across Rochester built giant sculptures out of canned food to help fight hunger.
Willow Domestic Violence Center’s 18th annual Walk With Willow raises funds for life-saving services
The Willow Domestic Violence Center held its 18th annual Walk With Willow event on Saturday, raising awareness and funds.
State legislation signed to expand tax credits for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation that quadruples the state tax credit for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers.
Police: Video showing dog being abused leads to criminal investigation in Rochester
The Rochester Police Department said it's aware of a circulating online video that shows a dog being abused on Clifford Avenue, near Ferncliffe Drive.
State-funded Irondequoit playground project to bring new accessible play area to town campus
Irondequoit is getting a new playground on the town campus.
Deputies: Waterloo man threatened person with ax, resisted being detained
A Waterloo man was arrested after Seneca County Sheriff's deputies said he threatened someone with an ax, later resisting being detained by deputies.
Florida wins key ruling allowing it to enforce a law that targets social media use by kids
Florida has won a key court decision in a case involving a ban on social media accounts for kids under 14. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the law in 2024 as a way to protect kids from social media addiction. A federal appeals court overturned an injunction from a lower court. The appeals court says the law implicates the…
States sue AI giant OpenAI, saying its popular chatbot is hurting children and deceiving adults
Eight states are suing the artificial intelligence giant OpenAI, saying the company’s popular chatbot violated consumer protection laws by hurting children and deceiving adults. In its lawsuit filed Wednesday, Iowa says the company’s chatbot model, ChatGPT, is giving dangerous medical advice, encouraging paranoia and…
Brazil’s Lula wins electoral court challenge against Meta for alleged pro-Bolsonaro algorithm bias
A judge of Brazil’s top electoral court ruled on Thursday in favor of the campaign of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who earlier filed a complaint against Meta. The filing accuses the big tech that owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp of using biased algorithms and AI restrictions to favor opposition candidate…
China moves to curb tech exports, including AI, citing national security risks
China plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies, including AI, chips, and solar power, as its tech race with countries like the U.S. intensifies. The Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology published a draft document with proposed updates. A spokesperson from the commerce ministry said…