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A heat advisory will go into effect for Monroe, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, and Wayne Co. from noon through 8pm Thursday

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Piece of Penfield history gets new life through restoration

A piece of Penfield history is now a premiere space for the town's future.

Zoo praises baboons for cooperation after tree limb fell into habitat

The Seneca Park Zoo is highlighting a behavioral training success story, commending its staff and baboons for their actions after a large tree limb fell into a habitat earlier this week.

Rural village's only grocery store set to close, sparking concerns over food access

A tightknit community in Wayne County is about to lose its only grocery store.

Big Boy No. 4014 coming through Letchworth State Park

Genesee Falls, N.Y. (WHAM) — The famous Big Boy No. 4014 is completing a massive cross-country tour to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

2026 FIFA World Cup begins: What to know about the biggest tournament ever

The 2026 tournament, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, expands from 32 to 48 teams.

Person of interest in Rochester homicide shot by federal officers in Buffalo

A man who opened fire on a U.S. Marshals Service task force and was then shot Monday afternoon in Buffalo is linked to a recent homicide in Rochester, according to the Rochester Police Department.

Apparent motive revealed in Perinton homicide

Robbery was the motive in a homicide in Perinton last month, according to Captain Shaun LeClair from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

Third rabies case confirmed in Wayne County in recent weeks

Rabies confirmed in a cat in Galen, NY, state lab says. One person exposed is being treated. Wayne County Public Health urges residents to avoid wildlife, vaccinate pets, and attend free rabies clinics this month.

Bright Spot: Successful sibling rivalry

Our Bright Spot shines on identical twin brothers Ryan and Nick Weslowski.

Drunk driver flees traffic stop, jumps into swamp and is attacked by alligator: police

A drunk driver fled the scene of a crash by jumping off an interstate and into a swamp, resulting in him being attacked by an alligator, police said.

Local News

Rochester Animal Services to host Free Dog Friday

Rochester Animal Services is waiving adoption fees for one day only as the shelter prepares for renovations.

Bands on the Bricks opens season at Rochester Public Market

Bands on the Bricks kicks off at Rochester Public Market with a Wednesday night bonus show featuring Grateful Dead tribute band Delilah Jones. The concert series returns Friday, July 10 with Into the Now and guest Judah.

Geneseo Girl Scout troop marks 13-year journey with mother-daughter trip to “Suffs”

Geneseo Girl Scout Troop marks 13 years together with a mother-daughter trip to see “Suffs,” funded by a decade of cookie sales. After honoring Susan B. Anthony in 2020, they close out with one last campfire.

Rochester launches children savings account program

Rochester is making new investments in the future of its youth.

Two 'Suffs' cast members tour Susan B. Anthony House

Two RBTL “Suffs” cast members toured the Susan B. Anthony House, calling it an honor and a grounding reminder the suffrage icons they portray were real. The show runs through Sunday at West Herr Auditorium Theatre.

Rochester health leaders train Jazz Fest staff and volunteers in hands-only CPR

Rochester Jazz Festival staff and volunteers are getting CPR training ahead of the June 19 to 27 event. With 200,000 expected, health leaders say hands-only CPR can double or triple cardiac arrest survival odds.

Honoring our hometown heroes and their four-legged companions

Honoring our hometown heroes and their four-legged companions

Buffalo Plus

Bills receiver Keon Coleman approaches his third season as 'make or break' year

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills receiver Keon Coleman is the first to admit he’s not played close to anyone’s expectations.

2026 Buffalo Bills schedule features games on Thanksgiving and Christmas

The Buffalo Bills will be crashing many holiday celebrations this season.

Date set for first Bills game at new stadium

The Buffalo Bills' first regular-season game in their new stadium will be against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 on Amazon's Thursday Night Football.

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Rural village's only grocery store set to close, sparking concerns over food access

A tightknit community in Wayne County is about to lose its only grocery store.

Big Boy No. 4014 coming through Letchworth State Park

Genesee Falls, N.Y. (WHAM) — The famous Big Boy No. 4014 is completing a massive cross-country tour to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

Zoo praises baboons for cooperation after tree limb fell into habitat

The Seneca Park Zoo is highlighting a behavioral training success story, commending its staff and baboons for their actions after a large tree limb fell into a habitat earlier this week.

Piece of Penfield history gets new life through restoration

A piece of Penfield history is now a premiere space for the town's future.

Drunk driver flees traffic stop, jumps into swamp and is attacked by alligator: police

A drunk driver fled the scene of a crash by jumping off an interstate and into a swamp, resulting in him being attacked by an alligator, police said.

Nation & World

Trump threatens Iran oil takeover as US strikes for second straight day

Iran said it retaliated by firing at Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, as it had the day before.

PHOTOS: Behind the scenes of FIFA World Cup preparations

PHOTOS: Behind the scenes of FIFA World Cup preparations

Triumphal Arch construction could be completed in 2-3 years once approved

Construction would take place for 20 hours a day for two to three years straight.

Judge denies watchdog request to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund

A different federal judge in Alexandria, Virginia, has already temporarily blocked the fund's operations.

ActBlue CEO pleads the Fifth: Rep. Bryan Steil says investigation will move forward

The CEO of the largest Democratic fundraising platform pleaded the Fifth nearly two dozen times Wednesday rather than answer questions from lawmakers.

Key surveillance program thrown into doubt over Trump's pick for acting DNI

President Trump's pick of Bill Pulte to temporarily lead the nation's intelligence community has put FISA Section 702, a program seen as vital to national security, in political peril.

US 'completes' new round of 'self-defense' strikes on Iran: CENTCOM

U.S. forces launched a new round of "self-defense strikes" against multiple targets in Iran on Wednesday evening, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)."

Sports

Red Wings split weekend set in Lehigh Valley, remain at top of International League

Red Wings split weekend at Lehigh Valley but take the series 4-2, staying a half-game up in the IL first-half race. After a 3-2 loss Saturday, they won 7-6 in 11 on a Brady House double.

'Binghamton or Bust': Colucci's walk-off sends Kendall to state semifinal

Kendall’s “Binghamton or Bust” hats are no longer a secret after a dramatic NYSPHSAA Class C quarterfinal. Mike Colucci’s bases-loaded single broke a scoreless tie in a 1-0 walk-off to reach states.

Red Wings beat Lehigh Valley again, remain in first place

Red Wings score seven unanswered to rout IronPigs 7-1 for a third straight win.

Pickin’ Splinters

Five-run second inning keeps Red Wings in first place

A five-run second inning was all the Rochester Red Wings needed on Wednesday as they beat the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, 5-3, in Allentown.The win ensured the Red

Red Wings return to win column, move back into first place in league

The Rochester Red Wings opened their June schedule by doing what they did for much of May: win.

Red Wings end May with 20-6 record, enter June in playoff race

The Rochester Red Wings ended May by doing something they didn’t do much of all month: lose, as the team fell 11-6 in the final game of their six game series ag

Money

Mortgage rates remain above 6.5% as inflation spikes

Mortgage rates rose this week along with inflation, remaining above 6.5%.

Closing costs when selling a house

Selling a house isn’t free — here’s a breakdown of common closing costs for sellers.

HELOCs dip, home equity loan rates tick higher

HELOC rates dipped, while home equity loan rates hit their highest level of the year.

HELOCs dip, home equity loan rates tick higher

HELOC rates rose for the fifth straight week, nearing their highest level of the year.

Mortgage rates dip, but still above 6.5%

Mortgage rates retreated a bit this week but remain above 6.5%.

Homebuyers’ guide: How to choose a real estate agent

When you’re ready to buy a home, choosing the right real estate agent is crucial.

This couple mortgaged 9 properties in under a decade. Here are the financing tips they swear by

The Lupos built a real estate portfolio using these 5 strategies.

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Offbeat

Maine groundhog gets a fire safety lecture after false alarm in Auburn

Crews responded to the call and found no fire or smoke at the scene, just a very confused rodent.

Strangers call 911 to report children selling lemonade, police become paying customers

Someone called 911 to report two brothers who were running a lemonade stand, but their plan backfired when the emergency responders became happy customers.

Woman who banned herself from casino sneaks in, wins jackpot before being kicked out

A woman who banned herself from Pennsylvania casinos for life was escorted out of one last week after she sneaked in and won a slot machine jackpot.

Fan runs onto court during Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals game, tries to take selfie with Wemby

One of the more confusing and talked-about moments of Game 1 of the NBA Finals came when a fan ran onto the court during the second half.

Three found with 51 barracudas hidden in cooler off Key West, FWC says

Florida wildlife officers say three people were caught with dozens of illegally harvested great barracudas during a patrol off Key West.

Sponsored Content

How to sue for a nail gun misfire that caused injury at a New York construction site

A nail gun injury at a construction site can leave a worker facing emergency medical care, missed paychecks, and more.

Show appreciation to your community's hero with a free car giveaway!

Do you know someone who embodies kindness, puts others first, and creates real impact in their community? Hyundai wants to thank them with a car giveaway!

Fostering saves lives: Local volunteer helps pets like Zero prepare for new beginnings

For pets in need at Lollypop Farm, having a loving place to stay makes all the difference.

How emergency response times influence accident injury outcomes

Minutes can feel like hours when someone is waiting for help on the side of a highway after being involved in an accident.

Common causes of slip and fall accidents in New York City

Slip and fall accidents are common in New York City and have many different causes.

Bridging the gap: New practical nursing program meets Rochester's growing healthcare needs

Bryant & Stratton College has launched a new Practical Nursing Program at its Henrietta campus!

Show gratitude to your community's hero with a free car giveaway!

Heroes don't always wear capes, and Hyundai celebrates the everyday people in our lives who continue to spread positivity and make a difference!

Lollypop Farm's animal ambassador Riley the goat is turning 1!

Born at Lollypop Farm one year ago, Riley the tiny Nigerian dwarf goat has grown into a beloved animal ambassador, helping to educate the community about farm a

Lollypop Farm's Doggy Day Out program brings joy to pets and people

First launched in July 2022, Lollypop Farm’s Doggy Day Out program allows members of the community to come in anytime during the shelter’s open adoption hours a

Cricket's luck turns around with the help of a caring community

Crickets are considered lucky in some cultures, but luck did not seem to be on the side of this two-month-old black-and-white kitten. Cricket was found as a str

Horses to C.A.R.E. for at Lollypop Farm

If you visit the Lollypop Farm farm walk, you may notice a beautiful spotted horse following closely behind a friend. She carefully steps through the pasture an

Lollypop Farm celebrates 150 years of life-saving care

The world was a much different place 150 years ago. In the midst of the second Industrial Revolution, it was not only a time for innovating technology but for n

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Shopping

Cozy to Crafty: 10 gifts for Mother's Day for every kind of mom

Slippers for the Cozy Mom? A Ninja SLUSHi for the Frozen-Drink-Loving Mom? A digital camera for the Techy Mom? We've got you!

Shield Your Skin: 10 sun protection products to snag for summer

The weather is getting warmer, and protecting your precious face from UV rays is so important.

13 products to get you started baking sourdough

Making sourdough starter from scratch? Not the easiest. Getting started making sourdough with this guide? Easy!

10 products that are 50% off or more for Amazon's Big Spring Sale

You can save big on home, decor, tech, beauty, fashion, and more.

Welcome to Aries Season: 10 gifts for the Aries in your life

Welcome to Aries Season, the sign full of bold energy, confidence, and fiery spark.

10 viral products we wish we bought sooner

From stress cubes to fabric shavers and spray for on-the-go, these 10 products are popular for a reason.

Add a pop of green to your life with these 7 cute finds

No one's getting pinched on our watch.

10 Father's Day gifts he will actually use

From heating pads to beard trimmers and LEGO sets, happy shopping!

Hello, June! Get ready for summer with these 8 essentials

Summer is right around the corner. Are you prepared for these hot, fun-filled months?

9 gadgets to create the ultimate cozy reading environment

Imagine this: you are bundled up in a cozy, soft blanket, lost in a book. These items are a must for any book lover.

10 trendy beauty deals worth shopping this Memorial Day

From lip stains to Korean skincare and serums, here are 10 products on sale for Memorial Day.

10 audiobooks to get you out of that reading slump

Right now, you can try Audible for 30 days free!

10 home and garden gadgets you'll be using a lot this season

'Tis the season for tinkering around your home and garden.From spring cleaning to meals on the grill or finally getting those tomatoes to grow, we've got you c

7 sentimental gifts that should still arrive before Mother's Day

Here are 7 gift ideas that balance heartfelt and fast shipping for a Happy Mother's Day!

7 fun rugs that will add some personality to your home

These rugs refuse to be boring.

Bright Spot

Bright Spot: Rochester Women's Giving Circle

Our Bright Spot shines on the Rochester Women's Giving Circle making its biggest impact yet.

Bright Spot: Top talent

Bright Spot: Top talent

Bright Spot: Honeoye Central School District’s playground fundraiser exceeds goals

Bright Spot: Honeoye Central School District’s playground fundraiser exceeds goals

Bright Spot: Canandaigua optometrist named 2026 Optometrist of the Year

Our Bright Spot shines on Canandaigua optometrist Dr. Paul Harvey, who has been honored as the 2026 Optometrist of the Year by the New York State Optometric Ass

Bright Spot: New space for inclusive learning

Our Bright Spot shines on a new spot for learning and education in Ontario County.

Bright Spot: Bills Mafia bike ride

Our Bright Spot shines on Bills Mafia members taking on a big and challenging bicycle ride across several states.

Bright Spot: Agriculture Day

Our Bright Spot shines on Byron-Bergen Elementary School's annual Agriculture Day.

Bright Spot: Educators Inspiring a Generation Award recipient

Our Bright Spot shines on Lyons kindergarten teacher Jordan Hill, who recently received the "Educators Inspiring a Generation Award."

Bright Spot: A lifetime of service & leadership

Our Bright Spot shines on Eugene "Gene" Gerrard, who is receiving some well-deserved recognition at 104 years old.

Bright Spot: Archways to opportunity

Our Bright Spot shines on a graduation surprise.

Bright Spot: A surprise for two graduating seniors

Brighton, N.Y. Our Bright Spot shines on a spirited surprise.

Bright Spot: National Foster Care Month

Our Bright Spot shines on individuals and families who provide safe, supportive and nurturing homes for children in need.

Bright Spot: Brewing up kindness

Our Bright Spot shines on a cup of happiness.

Bright Spot: Valuable volunteers at the Rochester Lilac Festival

Our Bright Spot shines on recognizing the hard work of some volunteers at the Rochester Lilac Festival.

Bright Spot: Surprise reunion at graduation

Our Bright Spot shines on a surprise guest at Keuka College's commencement ceremony Saturday.

Entertainment

Ryan Reynolds 'broke every bone' on left side of his body when drunk driver ran him over

Ryan Reynolds thought he was making a wise decision when he opted not to drive home after he had one beer at 18 years old, but things didn’t go to plan.

'Girl Meets World' creator allegedly made Sabrina Carpenter, Rowan Blanchard cry

A producer alleges series creator Michael Jacobs, who also created "Boy Meets World," berated the young stars during their first table read.

Stephen Colletti wants Kristin Cavallari and THIS rapper on 'The Traitors' next season!

Stephen Coletti attended “The Traitors” brunch at Max & Helen’s in Los Angeles, Calif., on Saturday, June 6, where he opened up about his time on the show and w

'X-Men' star Tyler Mane reveals breast cancer diagnosis

Mane played Sabertooth in the superhero film and reprised his role in 2024's "Deadpool & Wolverine."

Tim Allen says 'Home Improvement' revival halted by onscreen sons' 'personality problems'

Fans of “Home Improvement” are going to have to put their hopes of a revival on the shelf indefinitely.Series star Tim Allen, who has long wanted to bring back

Furry Fan Page

Pet of the Week: Pretty Kitty

Boys can be pretty too! This old man cat is as fabulous as the day is long, and he is ready to give you all the love in his little heart.

Pet of the Week: Molesley

Meet Molesley, a charming male goat with an irresistible love for treats!

Pet of the Week: Dunkin

America runs on Dunkin, and Dunkin the dog is runnin' on hope for a new home!

Pets of the Week: Arnie and Willie

Arnie has a sweet disposition and loves attention!

Pets of the Week: Monster Mash & Creature

Creature, the calm and observant 6-year-old, finds his perfect match in Monster Mash, the fluffy 7-year-old guardian.

Good Day & ARC Rochester

Political Pulse: What to know about Primary Day in Monroe County

Monroe County Board of Elections commissioners Peter Elder and Jackie Ortiz spoke to us about Primary Day.

Downtown Definitely begins 5th season with Midday Bash

Summer has arrived in Rochester! Downtown Definitely is here, and it's kicking off its fifth season with another Midday Bash.

Wealth Wednesday: The 1% challenge

The hardest part of saving money can be getting started.