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Bands on the Bricks and ROC the Bricks wrap up their summer live music season at the Public Market, 280 N. Union St., with three live acts on the following dates and times: 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, August 7: Appetite for Voltage with Special Guests What’s the RUSH 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, August 12: Into the Now – covers of the Stones, the Doors, and more 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, August 14: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad with Special Guests iGNiTE Reggae Band Bands on the Bricks

Rochester, NY — U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Christopher Hernandez, 31, of Bergen, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci, Jr. to fraudulent production of more than five identification documents, authentication features, or false identification documents, which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, and a fine of $250,000. On July 7, 2025, investigators executed a search warrant on Hernandez’s iCloud account swi

Emma L. Oppedisano Rochester, NY - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a missing person, 19-year-old Emma L. Oppedisano. Emma was last seen earlier tonight 8/3/2026, around 8:30 pm, in the area of Browncroft Blvd. and Old Browncroft Blvd. in the town of Penfield. Emma has long dark brown hair, and she was last seen wearing a navy-blue short sleeve shirt, grey sweatpants, and white sneakers. Emma is a white female, approximately 5' 6" and slim build. Ple

NYSYD Gala - MCYD and CPS and TD Rochester, NY — Monroe County Young Democrats (MCYD) was named the 2026 Chapter of the Year by the New York State Young Democrats (NYSYD) at NYSYD's 10th Annual Gala. The honor recognizes MCYD's growth and organizing work in the three years since the chapter's relaunch, including its rapid membership growth, its efforts to connect young Democrats directly with elected officials, and its newly launched Text the Vote campaign to boost voter turn

The New York State Department of Civil Service today announced that the application period is now open for New York State’s entry-level law enforcement civil service exam. The exam is for interested, qualified applicants seeking a position throughout the Office of State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the State University of New York. Qualified candidates can apply online until 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2026, to take the exam. There is no cost as all state exam a

The University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music expands its discography with the release of IN PLAIN SIGHT: The Black Anthology on Lexicon Classics. Featuring outstanding young students from all studios of Eastman’s Voice, Opera, and Vocal Coaching department, together with three stars of the school’s distinguished faculty – Grammy nominee Joshua Conyers, BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Nicole Cabell, and Marian Anderson Competition winner Kiera Duffy – the new double a

A social media statement by Monroe County Legislator and Rochester City Council candidate Rachel Barnhart following this past weekend's deadly violence generated hundreds of reactions, revealing sharp divisions over what is driving the city's recurring outbreaks of violence—and how leaders should respond. Despite the ban on large crowds issued by Mayor Malik Evans, crowds gathered this weekend post the annual Puerto Rican Festival, leaving two dead and several injured. The vi

Rochester, NY - On August 1, around 8:30pm, an Officer working a traffic post outside of the Puerto Rican Festival observed 37- year old Kevin Giordano park his motorcycle illegally in front of 290 E. Main Street. During the ensuing conversation, Giordano became agitated and made a comment about hitting the Officer. He then started the bike and drove forward, over an Officer’s foot and into his leg, knocking him over. Giordano was removed from the bike and safely taken into c

Rochester, NY - On July 4, around 11:40pm, Officers responded to the area of Texas Street and Child Street for the report of a person shot. Officers located a male in his 20s suffering from multiple, life threatening, gunshot wounds to the lower body. He was transported to Strong Hospital and rushed into surgery, where medical staff successfully treated him, upgrading his status to non-life threatening. The preliminary investigation found that during a large gathering for the

Rochester, NY - At approximately 4:30 a.m. this morning, a resident in the 300 block of Avery Street called 911 after hearing gunshots coming from a nearby home. Shortly thereafter, Monroe County 911 received a second call from a homeowner, who reported that he had shot an individual who had broken into his residence. Officers responded to the scene, where they were met by the homeowner. Upon entering the residence, officers located the intruder in the kitchen. He was pronoun

Rochester, NY - On August 2, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a group of approximately 100 people was gathered on Clifford Avenue, just east of North Street, blocking traffic and congregating in the parking lot of the gas station. At that time, an occupant of one of the vehicles stopped in traffic leaned out of the passenger-side window and opened fire on the crowd. A total of six people were struck by gunfire. Thirty-five-year-old Shakara Green was on the sidewalk when she

Rochester, NY -( 8/1/26 ) The female murdered last night at 1155 N. Clinton Ave. is identified as 14-year-old Zahnia Barr, City of Rochester resident. It appears at this time Zahnia was not the intended target of the shooting. There are currently no suspects in custody. The Major Crimes Homicide Unit is conducting the investigation and is asking anybody with information or video to call 911, the Major Crimes Section @ 585-428-7157, Crime Stoppers @ 585-423-9300, or email...