14+ hour, 15+ min ago   (777+ words) Jan. 15ROCHESTER Rochester's mayor and other elected city officials are urging caution for residents as they respond to the presence of federal immigration agents. "Please do not give anyone an excuse to cause additional damage and harm to you or those…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (132+ words) WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order to appoint a second emergency board to conduct mediation to avert a work stoppage at the Long Island Rail WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on "Wednesday signed…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (113+ words) ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) " Winter Storm Warnings have been issued for parts of our area, along with a few Winter Weather Advisories farther inland, which is causing schools around Rochester to close. The Rochester City School District, Gates-Chili, Churchville-Chili, among other school…...

2+ day, 23+ hour ago   (42+ words) A man wanted for homicide charges in Wisconsin was arrested in Rochester on Monday, ending a multi-state search that began more than three years ago. READ MORE: https://www.rochesterfirst.com/crime/wisconsin-fugitive-wanted-on-homicide-charges-arrested-in-rochester/...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (287+ words) Rochester Mayor Malik Evans on New Year's Day delivered his second inaugural address, highlighting efforts he plan to focus on during his second term in office. Some of those efforts include increasing homeownership opportunities, helping those who struggle with mental…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (705+ words) Jan. 13ROCHESTER An increase in Department of Homeland Security immigration activity, specifically Immigration and Customs Enforcement detentions in Rochester, has spurred some members of the community to respond. When Brie, a teacher with a southeast Minnesota School district, watched video of…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago   (342+ words) Jan. 12ROCHESTER The administration of Rochester Public Schools is heading to mediation with the district's principals union after the two sides were unable to come to an negotiated agreement for their next two-year contract. Once approved, the contract will guide the…...

4+ day, 20+ hour ago   (566+ words) Jan. 11ROCHESTER Reduced ridership and increased expenses are driving proposed changes for Rochester Public Transit. The Rochester City Council is slated to receive an update Monday on potential steps to address the sustainability of the citywide service as work continues on…...

1+ week, 3+ hour ago   (407+ words) Margaret "Midge" Thomas, Rochester philanthropist and activist, died on Jan. 8 at Rochester General Hospital at 99. Born on Sept. 1, 1926, Thomas, a Rochester native, was raised in Mumford where she and her family were some of the first Black people to live…...

1+ week, 7+ hour ago   (272+ words) ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) " What started as a lighthearted pandemic pastime has grown into a viral movement for sisters Sarah Carolyn and Emily Stone-Francati. Known for their humor, honesty and everyday moments, the Rochester duo has amassed more than 4 million followers on…...