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The City of Rochester proposed new legislation on Wednesday that would better enforce violations regarding passing stopped school buses. The legislation, if approved, would install advanced stop-arm cameras to buses used by the Rochester City School District. According to New York State Traffic Law, a driver must stop for a school bus while its stop arm […]
This weekend the city announced there will be an age restriction to be in the East ave East End area for people to be 21 and older due to recent incidents involving gun fire during the nightlight hours. RPD says the age restriction decision falls in line with state’s Gun Violence Emergency RPD said more […]
Man is in critical condition after crashing a stolen car at Nester and Klein st Tuesday. State Police say they tried to stop the stolen vehicle which led to a chase before it crashed into another car and a tree. The passenger in the stolen car and the driver in the other vehicle had minor injuries. […]
International Plaza Market Sunday will feature ROC the Plaza: The Music Tribute to Fatman Scoop from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, at 828 N. Clinton Ave. This event celebrates the music of the late Grammy Award-winning artist, Fatman Scoop. Attendees can expect live music from DJ Big Red hosted by Grand Tone. […]
The Rochester City School District (RCSD) announced public hearings to address six schools identified as “Receivership schools” under the New York State Department of Education’s Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) model. Receivership schools must show significant improvements in student achievement, and superintendents are granted increased authority to manage these schools. The six schools include School […]
Governor Kathy Hochul delivered a public safety update in Rochester, focusing on efforts to combat crime in the city. While she highlighted significant progress in reducing crime in 2024—including a 40% drop in shootings and a 58% decrease in car thefts—recent violent incidents have raised concerns. Hochul referenced a series of tragedies, including a homicide […]
The City of Rochester has been awarded a $23 million federal grant to enhance pedestrian and biking safety, as part of the Safe Streets program from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The funding will support projects outlined in the city’s Active Transportation and Vision Zero plans, aiming to reduce accidents and fatalities involving cyclists and […]
Sibley Square in Rochester, once a vacant former department store, is undergoing significant redevelopment under the ownership of WinnCompanies. The 1.1 million square foot mixed-use development now houses 190 businesses and hundreds of apartments, with more on the way. Four new developments, totaling 100,000 square feet, are set to be completed by spring 2025. These […]
3 teens involved in a deadly crash after a police chase are now facing charges. The 17-year-old is now facing 2nd degree murder and 1st degree reckless endangerment, the other two 19-year-olds are being charged with Possession of stolen property in connection of stealing the Kia and discarding a loaded ghost gun while running from […]
In a move to address the complexities of housing stability, the Rochester City Council is hosting a series of public hearings on the topic of Good Cause Eviction. These hearings aim to discuss and evaluate potential changes to eviction policies that could significantly impact renters throughout the city. Dates and Locations: Tuesday, August 13 at 6 […]
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