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Jan 31, 2025 · ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — City leaders are providing a public safety update regarding a “high-risk search warrant operation,” acts of vandalism, and fires in Rochester. Drug Bust On January 29, officers were investigating drug sales and executed seven search warrants simultaneously throughout the city. In total, officers recovered …

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22 hours ago · ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Two dogs have died, another rescued in a fire on Siebert Place Thursday. According to the Rochester Fire Department, the fire started in the back of the home eventually spreading to the front. Two adults and two children were displaced a result of the fire. The cause of the fire is […]

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Jan 15, 2025 · ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) - City leaders are working on new ways to address gun violence across Rochester. Although they reported a decrease in violent crime in the last year compared to 2023, officials, including Mayor Malik Evans, said there's more work to be done. Part of this new effort includes restricting those convicted of domestic violence-related crimes from being able to legally ...

Dec 28, 2024 · High wind warnings and advisories ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On Sunday, rain showers will make their presence felt, primarily in the morning and again by early evening. Whether you’re headed to the Bills game or planning to enjoy the final day of the Roc Holiday Village, a rain jacket and sturdy boots will be essential, […]

Jan 19, 2025 · ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A 38-year-old woman was hospitalized Saturday night after police said she was assaulted. According to the Rochester Police Department, officers were called to the Upper Falls Square Apartments on Hudson Avenue shortly after 8 p.m.

Dec 25, 2024 · ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A man was hospitalized Wednesday evening after he was shot, police announced. According to the Rochester Police Department, officers were called to Rochester General Hospital just before 5 p.m. after a gunshot victim arrived. The victim, a man in his 30s, is being treated there for at least one gunshot wound to his lower body, according to officers.