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Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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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Golf for Hope Raises Big Funds | Rochester News
Doug Phelps’ annual golf tournament at Salmon Creek brought over 100 people together for a joyful day of golf, raffles, and community spirit—all to fund the…
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Marine’s Resilience After Brain Injury | Rochester News
A Marine veteran’s grit inspires a community rallying for brain injury awareness—Chris Thomas, recovering from a devastating hit-and-run motorcycle crash…
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NY Dairy Farmers Get $8.5M Boost | Rochester News
New York’s dairy farmers are set to get a major boost with $8.5 million in new grants aimed at modernizing milk transport and storage tech—making the supply…
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California Governor’s Wildfire Liability Shift | Rochester News
California’s governor is pushing a bold new plan to shield utility companies from wildfire liability, aiming to stabilize soaring electricity rates and speed…
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Tig Notaro Live and Behind the Scenes | Rochester News
Tig Notaro’s coming to the Kodak Center this Saturday at 7 PM—tickets still available—and if you’re in Rochester, don’t miss her live show where her…
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U.S. Tightens Sanctions on Iran | Rochester News
The U.S. is unleashing a full-scale financial siege on Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announcing sweeping sanctions designed to cut off every…
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New York’s Workforce Pell Breakthrough | Rochester News
New York’s bold new Workforce Pell program is revolutionizing career training by making federal Pell Grants available for fast-track, job-focused programs—8 to…
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SUNY Graduate Fees Eliminated | Rochester News
Governor Hochul just made grad school at SUNY way more affordable by eliminating mandatory fees for over 7,500 graduate student workers—saving each of them up…
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Bill Engvall Back on Tour | Rochester News
Bill Engvall is back on the road after a brief retirement, hitting the stage in Rochester, NY, at the Kodak Center on November 14th at 7:30 PM. Known for his…
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Amherst Tragedy: Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing | Rochester News
A 29-year-old man, Tyshon White, faces first-degree manslaughter and attempted assault after fatally stabbing 21-year-old Caden Nelipowitz on Draden Lane in…
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Bills vs Texans Block Party in Rochester | Rochester News
Rochester’s gearing up for the biggest football party of the year — the Sunday Football Block Party on Sept. 13, shutting down East Avenue from Alexander to…
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False Alarm, Stabbings, and School Help | Rochester News
False alarm at Strong Memorial Hospital sends shockwaves through the community, but thankfully it was a hoax—though still terrifying. Rochester PD investigates…
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Weather Wildcard: Rain, Sun, and Storms | Rochester News
Weather’s turning wild—today’s soggy with rain and chilly temps stuck in the sixties, thanks to that northwest wind dragging moisture off Lake Ontario. Tuesday…
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False Alarm Turns Into Legal Trouble | Rochester News
False Alarm Turns Into Legal Trouble | Rochester News
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Zelenskyy Addresses Fedorov, Starlink, and Missiles | Rochester News
Zelenskyy confronts controversy over Fedorov’s dismissal, calling his wartime election push reckless and accusing him of being manipulated, while also…
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Athens Hats: Sun Safety Meets Style | Rochester News
Athens is experiencing a hat revolution fueled by record tourist numbers and scorching summers—where sun protection has become both essential and stylish, from…
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Dengue Fever Hits Florida | Rochester News
Florida’s first confirmed case of Dengue fever hits Citrus County — a mosquito-borne illness that feels like a bad flu with fever, aches, and rash. As…
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Stabbing Shuts Down Downtown Rochester | Rochester News
Late Sunday night, downtown Rochester erupted with police activity after a stabbing on North Clinton Avenue near Main Street. Officers responded to find a…
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Cooler Air and Possible Storms Ahead | Rochester News
A low-pressure system drifting north brings scattered showers and cool temps—mid to upper 60s—through Monday. By Monday night, it exits but leaves behind…
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Rochester Celebrates 35 Years of Ukrainian Independence | Rochester News
Rochester united to celebrate 35 years of Ukraine’s independence, honoring a historic 1991 vote that broke ties with the Soviet Union. Community groups rallied…
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Backpacks for Students in Rochester | Rochester News
Two hundred backpacks filled with school supplies hit the streets of Rochester as Peoples Choice Kitchen and Service the Community teamed up to lift the burden…
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Bills Final Preseason Tune-Up | Rochester News
The Buffalo Bills cap their preseason with a high-energy night game against the Steelers at the brand-new Highmark Stadium, offering fans a prime chance to see…
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Rochester Kids Get Free School Supplies | Rochester News
Kids in Rochester, get ready—People’s Choice Kitchen is handing out free backpacks and school supplies this Sunday, no strings attached. First-come…
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Penfield Wins Big on Take Five | Rochester News
A massive $31,500 Take Five jackpot was won in Penfield—claimed from a ticket bought at Tops Markets. With draws twice daily and the New York Lottery…
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Shooting Misreported on Avenue D | Rochester News
A shooting on Harris Street left a 33-year-old man wounded in the lower body—though not life-threatening—he was later found on Avenue D. Police are still…
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Stabbing on East Main Street | Rochester News
Stabbing on East Main Street | Rochester News
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Moderna and Merck’s Melanoma Breakthrough | Rochester News
Moderna and Merck just dropped some major news on melanoma treatment—early trial results show a custom mRNA vaccine, paired with Keytruda, slashed the risk of…
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Tragic Motorcycle Crash in Seneca Falls | Rochester News
Tragic crash in Seneca Falls: A 24-year-old motorcycle rider, Maxwell Roeland, died after being struck by a pickup truck at the intersection of County House…
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Rochester Wins $33K Take Five Lottery | Rochester News
A Rochester resident just won $33,192 on a Take Five lottery ticket sold at Wegman’s Kwik Fill on Buffalo Road—drawing attention across the community as folks…
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Ukraine Counters Russian Strikes with Drone Attacks | Rochester News
Russia’s relentless missile and drone barrage across Ukraine claimed at least seven lives over the weekend, including a horrific shopping center strike in…
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Healthcare Heroes Vote for Care | Rochester News
Healthcare workers from 1199SEIU, the nation’s largest healthcare union, rallied at Seabreeze Amusement Park in Rochester to mobilize voters and defend…
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Ed Oliver and Family in Grief | Rochester News
Buffalo Bills star Ed Oliver and his family are in mourning after losing their son — a heartbreaking moment that strips away the spotlight, reminding us these…
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Butterflies Fly Free at Schutt's Farm | Rochester News
Butterflies took flight at Schutt’s Apple Mill’s annual Butterfly Fest, turning a sunny Friday into a celebration of nature’s tiny pollinators. Beyond the…
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Chill Ice Cream Spot Opens Downtown | Rochester News
Downtown Rochester just got a new sweet spot: Chill, a walk-up ice cream window across from Parcel 5 serving dairy and non-dairy, protein-packed, and…
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Rochester Back-to-School Jam | Rochester News
Rochester’s Back-to-School Jam is here to drop knowledge, gear, and vibes—free backpacks, school supplies, family fun, and community support all in one spot…
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Flutie 5K Returns for Autism Awareness | Rochester News
Run, walk, or roll your way toward autism acceptance this Saturday at the Flutie 5K in Fairport’s Central Park West—where every step raises funds and awareness…
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MCFC Unveils New Office & Big Plans | Rochester News
Monroe County Family Coalition just hit a major milestone—moving into their first-ever dedicated office at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester…
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VegFest Rochester This Sunday | Rochester News
VegFest Rochester This Sunday | Rochester News
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Vets in Short Supply Despite Rising Interest | Rochester News
Rochester’s only 24-hour emergency vet clinic is drowning in demand and staff shortages, turning away desperate pet owners—even as it hires new vets and…
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Man Knocked Out on St Paul Street | Rochester News
A man was knocked unconscious during a scuffle on St. Paul Street in Rochester Friday night, prompting emergency responders to rush him to the hospital—where…
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Sweden School Attack Leaves One Dead | Rochester News
A chilling school attack in Fagersta, Sweden, left one dead and two seriously injured after an 18-year-old wielding a sword stormed the campus—prompting police…
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Waterview Heights Closure Plan | Rochester News
Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is shutting down after years of ignored care violations led to the termination of its Medicare and Medicaid…
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Local Stars Lock In College Futures | Rochester News
Top Section Five high school football stars are locking in their college futures — and many are staying close to home. Monroe’s Brien Walker and UPrep’s Gavin…
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Shooting of Deaf Man Sparks Accountability | Rochester News
A 62-year-old man, Greg Kase, was shot and killed by Monroe County deputies during a motel raid—body cam footage shows him lunging with a knife while naked…
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Roc Cinema Up for Sale | Rochester News
Roc Cinema, Rochester’s oldest movie theater and a beloved neighborhood staple for decades, is hitting the market for $700K — but don’t worry, it’s not…
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High Schoolers Shadow Surgeons and Earn Life-Saving Certs | Rochester News
A crew of high schoolers in Rochester just completed an intense six-week paid program called “Next Generation in Surgery,” where they shadowed real surgeons…
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Sheriff Baxter Faces Ethics Probe | Rochester News
Sheriff Todd Baxter is being asked to pause his private consulting firm’s law enforcement-specific training programs after the Monroe County Board of Ethics…
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Bhutanese Youth Unite Through Soccer | Rochester News
Rochester’s first-ever Interstate Cup is a wild, community-driven soccer tournament born from the Bhutanese diaspora’s desire to reconnect youth with their…
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Fairport Schools Shift Schedules for Student Sleep | Rochester News
Fairport Central School District is rolling out a major shift in school hours this year, prioritizing student sleep to boost well-being, safety, and academic…
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Teen Charged With Sending Explicit Videos to Minor | Rochester News
An 18-year-old from Canandaigua, Luke Schaefer, faces serious charges after police uncovered he was exchanging sexually explicit videos with a minor —…
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Steinmetz Gets 23 Years for Child Abuse | Rochester News
A convicted felon just got a brutal 23-year prison sentence plus 15 years of supervision after being found guilty of horrific crimes involving a teenage girl —…
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Stolen Cooking Oil Scheme Uncovered | Rochester News
A 41-year-old woman from Pittsford, Fangfang Yan, admitted her role in a cross-state scheme stealing used cooking oil—worth up to $5 per gallon when turned…
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Archimedes Center Launches Biotech Accelerator | Rochester News
In Henrietta, a new biotech accelerator lab called the Archimedes Center is shaking things up—offering free space, gear, and expertise to young scientists and…
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Inmate Death and Cover-Up | Rochester News
An inmate’s death in jail sparks outrage as a state report reveals how healthcare provider PrimeCare ignored a critical medical emergency — now his family is…
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Father Pleads Guilty for Son's Credit Card Scam | Rochester News
A 75-year-old father, Talib Hussain, just pleaded guilty to aiding a massive credit card scam — his own son’s crime. Mirza Khan allegedly stole Social Security…
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Rev BBQ Closes All Locations | Rochester News
Rev BBQ is officially gone—its final location shuttered by August 10th after initially closing just one spot in July. The parent company, SCN Hospitality…
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Rochester’s Shoreline Revival Plan | Rochester News
Rochester is diving headfirst into its “Restore the Shore” project, turning a contaminated waterfront into a vibrant riverfront hub with new parks, trails, and…
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Correction Officer Arrested for Alleged Abuse | Rochester News
A corrections officer at Seneca County Correctional Facility, Rocco Bilancini, 47, has been arrested on two counts of forcible touching after allegedly…
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Rochester Shop Break-In Under Investigation | Rochester News
Rochester PD is hunting down suspects who smashed a photo shop’s window with garbage cans and stole camera gear in the early hours—just the latest in a string…
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Finn Wittrock’s Diverse New Roles | Rochester News
Finn Wittrock is back with a powerhouse trio of roles that span memory, war, and legacy—each one a deep dive into how we wrestle with the past. In Westhampton…