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07/08/2024

The Seneca Park Zoo is celebrating the birth of an endangered red panda cub.

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07/08/2024

GALLERY: Tropical Storm Beryl makes landfall in southeast Texas

Constables with the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 worked to rescue the driver who crashed into a downed tree in the Houston-area on Monday, July 8, 2024. Hurricane-forced winds from Tropical Storm Beryl blew along the Texas killing at least two peo...

07/08/2024

The City of Rochester is welcoming the largest class of participants in the Summer of Opportunity work exploration program, with more than 300 people age 14-20 taking part.

Rochester, N.Y. A Summer of Opportunity kicked off Monday, as city leaders greeted the largest cohort ever to the work and career exploration program.

07/08/2024

Jerrod Jones, the Rochester firefighter who said his captain forced him to attend a racist Juneteenth spoof party while on duty two years ago, has reached a settlement with the city.

Rochester, N.Y. — A firefighter who said he was forced to attend a racist party while on duty two years ago has reached a settlement with the city.

07/08/2024

The man accused of killing Webster native Jamieson Ritter, a Cleveland police officer, is also reportedly accused of fatally shooting his own grandmother.

The man suspected of murdering a Cleveland police officer was also accused of fatally shooting his grandmother in the face, according to a report.

07/08/2024

Landau's partnership with James Cameron led to three Oscar nominations and a best picture win for 1997's "Titanic." Together the pair account for some of the biggest blockbusters in movie history, including "Avatar" and its sequel, "Avatar: The Way of Water."

Jon Landau, an Oscar-winning producer who worked closely with director James Cameron on "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series, has died. He was 63.

07/08/2024

Derrick Loi, 27, of Lakeville, pleaded guilty to coercion and enticement after prosecutors said he drove to Virginia last year to meet a 14-year-old girl to be her "sugar daddy."

A Livingston County man who prosecutors said drove eight hours in an attempt to have s*x with a 14-year-old girl last year is heading to prison after reaching a

07/08/2024

Darien Lake and CMAC are among the venues where New York state authorities plan to crack down on underage drinking during the summer concert season.

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is working to prevent underage drinking by checking for fake IDs at concerts this summer throughout New Yo

07/08/2024

President Joe Biden issued a letter to Democratic leaders this morning urging unity from his party amid intense national scrutiny of his mental and physical capabilities.

In the Monday letter, Biden addressed these dissenters and defiantly announced his intention to remain in the race.

07/08/2024

The grand prize winner had the opportunity for a solo performance with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.

Winners of the Young Artists Competition from the winning high schools performed at Eastman School of Music, Sunday, July 7, 2024. The grand prize winner had the opportunity for a solo performance with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. (Photo by Ken...

07/08/2024

A long-running heat wave that has already shattered previous records across the U.S. will persist, baking parts of the West with dangerous temperatures that will soar into the 100s and holding the East in its hot and humid grip throughout the week, forecasters said Sunday.

A long-running heat wave that has already shattered previous records across the U.S. will persist.

07/08/2024

"It’s nice to remind the community why we’re out here. Not just to catch the bad guys but to serve as an education aspect of traffic safety too. People may not be aware of violations going on with their cars."

Brighton, N.Y. — Brighton police and New York State Troopers conducted a late-night sobriety check as part of a state-wide Stop-DWI campaign.

07/08/2024

Police said two stabbing victims, including a 14-year-old, have non-life-threatening injuries after incidents in the city overnight.

Rochester, N.Y.

07/08/2024

Scott Saunders of Fairport is battling a rare neuromuscular disease, and he rode the length of the Erie Canal to raise money for children in need at Camp Stella Maris. To date, Scott has raised almost $15,000 to help allow 20 children from the area to go to the camp.

Pittsford, N.Y. — A bicyclist rode his bike through Pittsford, where he was greeted by Camp Stella Maris alumni and other supporters on his journey to Albany.

07/08/2024

Emhoff spokesperson Liza Acevedo said in a statement that the second gentleman "is fully vaccinated and three times boosted" and that he is "currently asymptomatic, continuing to work remotely, and remaining away from others at home."

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff has tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing mild symptoms, his office announced Sunday.

07/08/2024

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) increased the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center Sunday morning, in preparation for Hurricane Beryl. Additionally, Texas Emergency Management Council agencies are working 24-hour operations.

The Texas Division of Emergency Management increased the readiness level of the State Emergency Operations Center Sunday morning.

07/08/2024

NEW THIS MORNING: ABC reports Morelle joined other senior representatives to tell House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries that Biden should no longer continue his campaign.

Washington, D.C. -- Media sources including ABC News are reporting that Rep. Joe Morelle (D- Irondequoit) is part of a group of senior House Democrats calling

07/08/2024

QUESTION OF THE DAY:
What newspaper - which evolved from a publication called "The Customers' Afternoon Letter" - celebrates its 135th anniversary today?
**Answer at 6:50 on Good Day Rochester.
**Photo from Getty Images

07/08/2024

Deputies are searching for 45-year-old Jeffrey Hoffere, last seen June 27 at 6 a.m. in the area of East Henrietta Road and Longtrail Lane.

Henrietta, N.Y. — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing man who was last seen Thursday morning.

07/08/2024

Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz attended a gun rights rally yesterday with Kyle Rittenhouse, who claimed to be an outreach director for Texas Gun Rights.

Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz attended a gun rights rally on Saturday.

07/07/2024

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is working to prevent underage drinking by checking for fake IDs at concerts this summer throughout New York.

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is working to prevent underage drinking by checking for fake IDs at concerts this summer throughout New Yo

07/07/2024

Police say a 24-year-old man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting on the city's south side. They say the man was shot on Shepard Street and then was driven to the corner of Monroe Avenue and South Goodman Street.

Rochester, N.Y. — One person was hospitalized after a shooting on Shepard Street Sunday evening.

07/07/2024

The state Fish and Wildlife Department in Washington recently rescued a rainforest animal called a kinkajou from a rest area along a highway.

“We don’t know if it was dropped off or escaped.”

YAKIMA, Wash. (AP) — Why did the kinkajou cross the road? And what’s a kinkajou, anyway?One of the mammals — which look like a cross between a monkey and a tiny

07/07/2024

A coalition of the French left won the most seats in parliament but not a majority, according to polling projections, which would put President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance in second, and the far right in third.

A coalition of the French left that banded together to beat a surging far right in legislative elections won the most seats in parliament but not a majority.

07/07/2024

President Joe Biden urged supporters to stay unified behind him at a rousing Black church service today.

President Joe Biden urged supporters to stay unified behind him at a rousing Black church service Sunday.

07/07/2024

John Cena announced his retirement after a two-decade wrestling career.

John Cena announced that he will be retiring from the WWE in 2025.

07/07/2024

The International Plaza is hosting Festival Del Barrio this afternoon through 5:00, featuring global cuisine, live music and community resources.

Rochester, N.Y. — The International Plaza is hosting Festival Del Barrio on Sunday afternoon.Market Sundays feature vendors and cultural foods, and this week, B

07/07/2024

ICYMI: Graham Ashcraft and the Cincinnati Reds won a stare down with the New York Yankees on Thursday before finishing their three-game sweep.
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07/07/2024

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case against Donald Trump refused yesterday to throw out charges against a co-defendant of the former president.
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The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case against Donald Trump refused to throw out charges against a co-defendant of the former president.