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Rochester News Today is your daily snapshot of everything happening in Rochester, New York—in just 2 minutes. From local government and economic development to education, public safety, community stories, healthcare, technology, and sports, we deliver the headlines that matter most to residents across the Greater Rochester region. Known for its rich history of innovation, world-class universities, thriving arts scene, and beautiful Finger Lakes surroundings, Rochester is a city constantly…
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Measles Exposure Alert: What You Need to Know | Rochester News
Measles exposure alert: If you were at a business from Sept 9–11 and aren’t immune, you’re at risk. Symptoms appear 7–21 days later—fever, cough, red eyes…
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Brooks Family Settles for $24M | Rochester News
New York is paying $24 million to the family of Robert Brooks, who died after being brutally beaten by correction officers at Marcy Correctional Facility — a…
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Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Genesee County | Rochester News
A 31-year-old man, Colton Arlington-Mark Martin, is facing multiple serious charges—including attempted murder and assault—after allegedly trying to take the…
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Angel Phillips Found Safe After Months Missing | Rochester News
Good news: Angel Phillips, the 17-year-old who went missing in April, has been found safe and sound after a multi-agency search effort. Located in Hornell, she…
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AHL Officials Train in Rochester | Rochester News
The AHL’s sixth annual Officials’ Training Camp in Rochester is where referees and linesmen sharpen their craft before the season, blending ice time with…
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Matt Mathews Adds Second Show | Rochester News
Matt Mathews is blowing up — his sold-out Kodak Center show just got a second date due to “overwhelming demand.” The comedian, who rose to fame with viral farm…
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Bills Host Chargers in New Uniforms | Rochester News
The Buffalo Bills are riding high with two wins and a dazzling debut at their new Highmark Stadium, and they’re gearing up for a thrilling home stretch. This…
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Bills Win, Gas Rises, Tech Takes Flight | Rochester News
The Buffalo Bills roar back with a dominant win, Josh Allen shining on the field—until Ed Oliver’s hip injury sidelines him for the Texans game. Meanwhile, gas…
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St. Paul's Church Goes Fringe | Rochester News
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, a historic Rochester landmark since 1827, is transforming into a vibrant stage for the Fringe Festival with an eclectic…
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Cooler Air and Uncertain Rain Ahead | Rochester News
Chilly temps and dry skies are on tap through Saturday, warming to mid-60s by afternoon. Sunday starts with a slim chance of early showers before clearing…
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Bills Dominate in Highmark Debut | Rochester News
The Buffalo Bills exploded onto the scene at their brand-new Highmark Stadium with a 41-31 demolition of the Detroit Lions, scoring on their first three drives…
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Bills Dominate in Highmark Debut | Rochester News
The Buffalo Bills exploded onto the scene at their brand-new Highmark Stadium with a 41-31 demolition of the Detroit Lions, scoring on their first three drives…
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EVs Losing Momentum as Gas Prices Rise | Rochester News
Gas prices in Rochester hit $4.38 a gallon, forcing drivers to rethink their next car—and EVs aren’t selling like they used to. With federal incentives rolled…
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Mercy Monarchs Sweep Two Sectional Champs | Rochester News
The Our Lady of Mercy Monarchs volleyball team just earned News 8 Primetime 585’s Team of the Week honor after sweeping two top-tier opponents—Webster…
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Man Killed at Hope Haven Center | Rochester News
Man Killed at Hope Haven Center | Rochester News
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Bills Roster Shake-Up Before Big Game | Rochester News
Bills’ defense takes a hit as Ed Oliver, T.J. Sanders, and Ty Johnson sit out tonight’s game due to injuries and illness, while rookies like Skyler Bell and…
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44 Climbers Rappelled for Disability Cause | Rochester News
Forty-four fearless climbers rappelled down the Hyatt Regency in downtown Rochester—not for thrills, but to raise nearly $80,000 for The Arc of Monroe and Arc…
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Measles Exposure at Rochester Airport | Rochester News
Measles exposure alert at Frederick Douglass Airport—check your travel dates! If you were there on Sept. 8 (3:20–6 PM) or Sept. 13–14 (11:20 PM–2 AM), watch…
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Conesus Lake Algae Advisory | Rochester News
Conesus Lake is under a Harmful Algal Bloom advisory as blooms spread across the entire lake — from shorelines to deeper waters. Stay out of the water and keep…
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Mother and Boyfriend Accused in Tragic Starvation Death | Rochester News
A chilling case from Rochester, New York: a 33-year-old man with developmental disabilities was allegedly starved to death over weeks by his own mother and her…
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Water Main Breaks and Insurance Denials | Rochester News
A water main break in Penfield, New York, created two massive sinkholes at Forrest Hills Condominiums, displacing residents and causing widespread damage. One…
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Rochester Gets $14M for Lead Pipe Replacement | Rochester News
Rochester is set to receive $14 million from New York State to replace dangerous lead water pipes, part of a statewide $130 million push under the LIFT…
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Lollypop Farms Expands with New Learning Center | Rochester News
Lollypop Farms is set to transform with a brand-new learning center opening in spring 2027, complete with dedicated zones for pups and horses. Adding to the…
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Three Teens Caught With Guns and Stolen Scooter | Rochester News
Rochester PD and U.S. Marshals pulled off a high-speed chase for two 18-year-olds, Steven Johnson and Moses Miranda, who were caught trying to flee on a stolen…
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Indicted: Teen Charged in Fatal St. Paul Shooting | Rochester News
A 19-year-old suspect, Gemarion Parson, has been indicted on second-degree murder charges following the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Willie Mayhall in…
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Rochester Police Announce Major Homicide Arrest | Rochester News
Rochester Police are set to drop major news at 11:30 AM with a high-profile arrest tied to a homicide investigation — involving the Major Crimes Unit and the…
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Alfredo Espinosa’s Rochester Journey | Rochester News
Alfredo Espinosa, a 72-year-old immigrant from the Dominican Republic who arrived in Rochester in the 1990s, has just released his powerful memoir, “Testimony…
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Deputy Injured in Highway Crash | Rochester News
Deputy Injured in Highway Crash | Rochester News
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Venus Williams Joins YWCA Luncheon | Rochester News
Venus Williams is set to headline the YWCA Rochester and Monroe County’s 20th annual Empowering Women Luncheon, themed “Serving Strength. Building Futures,” on…
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Bomb Threat in Canandaigua Ends in Arrest | Rochester News
Bomb Threat in Canandaigua Ends in Arrest | Rochester News
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Sunny Today, Rain This Weekend | Rochester News
Weather’s turning fast—enjoy today’s dry, sunny, and cool relief, but brace for rain this weekend and more showers later next week. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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Rochester Teachers Declare Contract Impasse | Rochester News
Rochester Teachers’ Association just declared an impasse in contract talks with the school district — a first in over a decade — demanding smaller classes…
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Tragic ATV Crash in Parma Under Investigation | Rochester News
Tragic ATV Crash in Parma Under Investigation | Rochester News
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Salmonella Outbreak at Monroe County Jail | Rochester News
Salmonella outbreak at Monroe County Jail sparks urgent response as officials scramble to contain the spread, screen contacts, and ramp up sanitation — though…
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Pittsford Eyes Stricter E-Bike Rules | Rochester News
Pittsford is gearing up to crack down on e-bikes with new, stricter rules—inspired by the sheriff’s office—to keep riders safe and compliant. Under current…
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Summerville Grill Is Back | Rochester News
Summerville Grill is making a triumphant return after a well-earned break, reopening on October 12th with a soft launch and officially grand opening on the…
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Rochester Murder Trial Unfolds | Rochester News
A high-stakes murder trial in Rochester kicks off this week, with prosecutors painting Edison Estremera-Cohen as the shooter who killed David Vasquez and fired…
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Delta Sonic Builds New Rochester Car Wash | Rochester News
Delta Sonic is set to transform Long Pond Road with a massive 40,000-square-foot car wash on nearly 12 acres of former Wegmans land—construction starts within…
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Mac's Philly Steaks Closing in Fairport | Rochester News
Mac’s Philly Steaks is closing its Fairport location after nearly two decades, leaving the neighborhood heartbroken — but don’t worry, the rest of the chain is…
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Rochester General Celebrates 70 Years | Rochester News
Rochester General Hospital celebrates 70 years of transforming lives, from its 1864 roots to today’s Portland Avenue campus — and just earned top honors as the…
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Rabies Cow Confirmed in Livingston County | Rochester News
A cow in southwest Livingston County has tested positive for rabies, but officials confirm it’s an isolated case with no public risk. Two farmers who had…
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Measles Spreads in Upstate New York | Rochester News
New York’s measles outbreak is spreading fast—57 cases this year, mostly in rural upstate regions—with health officials urging everyone to verify their…
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Burlington Expands to Pittsford Plaza | Rochester News
Burlington’s expanding its footprint with a brand-new 22,000-square-foot store at Pittsford Plaza in Rochester—its fifth location in the area—set to open this…
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Fall Foliage Still Green in Most NY | Rochester News
Fall foliage in New York is just starting to peek ahead of peak season—with early color changes spotted mainly in the Adirondacks, Catskills, and Central NY…
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Dogs Rescued and Rehomed with Care | Rochester News
Dogs Rescued and Rehomed with Care | Rochester News
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Nazareth Launches Women’s Health NP Program | Rochester News
Nazareth University is launching a groundbreaking 21-month master’s program in women’s health nursing to meet soaring demand for specialized care—training…
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Bills Unveil Exclusive Beer Horn | Rochester News
Buffalo Bills fans, get ready to roar like bison this season—starting September 17th, grab the exclusive Labatt Beer Horn at Highmark Stadium for a…
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Elder’s Savings Stolen in Fraud Scheme | Rochester News
A 46-year-old woman, Nahtahna Castner, faces 48 months in prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and identity theft — a chilling scheme that exploited her…
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Canadice Garage Fire and Aftermath | Rochester News
A fierce fire erupted in a Canadice garage on Wednesday, sending flames roaring through Sunset Drive and forcing firefighters into a grueling hour-long battle…
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Rochester Half Marathon Guide | Rochester News
Rochester’s annual Half Marathon, 5K, and Kids Race are set for Sunday, September 20th—over 1,700 runners expected to hit the pavement. The Half Marathon…
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New Trial, New Prosecutor, Mental Health Focus | Rochester News
Keith Williams, whose 2022 conviction for attempted murder and assault on Officer Denny Wright was overturned in June, is set for a new trial after a legal…
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Twelve Toys Battle for Hall of Fame Spot | Rochester News
Twelve iconic toys are vying for a spot in the National Toy Hall of Fame’s 2026 class — from Bingo and Yahtzee to Monster High, Care Bears, and Pokémon TCG —…
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Tech Giants Pay Back New York | Rochester News
New York’s bold new plan forces tech giants building massive data centers to invest at least $1 million per megawatt back into local communities—funding roads…
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First Female PA President Leads Nazareth | Rochester News
Nazareth University just made history with its first-ever president who’s also a physician assistant — Dr. Maureen Finney, now leading the institution since…
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Murder, Justice, and Hope in Western New York | Rochester News
A chilling murder charge looms in Penfield, while a Rochester man wins a landmark ICE lawsuit. Tragedy strikes Newark with the loss of a beloved 17-year-old…
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Judge Rules Against ICE Targeting Speech | Rochester News
A Rochester man, David Streever, won a major legal victory when a judge ruled ICE’s investigation into him was politically motivated — stemming from an email…
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Rochester Honors Oowop with Official OOW Day | Rochester News
Rochester Honors Oowop with Official OOW Day | Rochester News
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Thousands in the Dark Across Two Counties | Rochester News
Thousands of customers across Monroe and Wayne Counties are in the dark after a major power outage hit late Tuesday night, with RG&E scrambling to identify the…
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Missing Jacob Sanfilipo in Rochester | Rochester News
A 31-year-old man from Rochester, Jacob Sanfilipo, vanished on September 15th after leaving his Eastbrooke Lane home around 10 AM. Police believe he may be…