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SpaceX's new rocket Starship, the largest rocket ever built, blasted off this morning in an attempt to orbit the world.
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Looking for sunshine? We'll get it later today. A heavy dose of patience works well on this Thursday.
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Bad news for Rochester golf fans — Tiger Woods revealed that he is recovering after he had fusion surgery on his ankle to address his arthritis.
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A week after store opened— Wegmans says “At this point, it was deemed good for our community, and they have our support.”
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As it stands now, #Roc will obliterate any trends for stolen cars this year.
1,180+ already (1,135 in 2022)
*RPD portal list goes back to 2012 but can't imagine anything prior coming close to this
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Wegmans announced that the Whole Foods in Brighton now has its support, with the developers behind Whole Foods ready to move past the litigation.
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Linebacker or wide receiver? Who will the Bills take in the upcoming NFL draft? Join the Buffalo Kickoff Live team today at 2pm on RochesterFirst.com as they break down the needs and options.
Despite the rain around, a bit of sunshine is still able to fight through on Lake Ontario. Today's sunrise 6:21am
Other notable times/dates: April 22 sunset - 8pm
May 4 sunrise - 5:59a
June 23 sunrise/sunset (peak) - 5:30a-8:53p
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Keep yourself updated with the latest headlines:
- Mayor Evans delivered the State of the City address last night.
- Governor Hochul will be cracking down on drug-impaired driving.
- And RPD is investigating three smash-and-grabs that occurred overnight.
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At 5:30 p.m. today in Victor, around 100 entrepreneurs will meet to discuss the marijuana industry in New York and the lack of legal cannabis stores open in the state.
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Trigger Alert: This WILL begin your day on a calming note! Sound up 🔊 is a MUST here! (Penfield, NY)
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UPDATE: RPD confirms that a third business — H & S Motors on Whitney Avenue — was a victim of a smash-and-grab. They are still trying to determine if all three incidents are connected.
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Finger Lakes & Southern Tier today - SUMMER!
Lake Ontario today - STUCK IN SPRING!
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WHAT'S UP ROC: Here is a classic question: if you are getting a birthday cake, are you going for chocolate or vanilla? Post your answers in the comment section!
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Rochester police are investigating at least two smash-and-grabs that occurred overnight at Montage Music Hall and Plug Smoke Shop.
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It even appears that this store took precautions having big concrete planters in front of the store and yet it still got hit
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And yet another smash and grab this one at the Plug Smoke Shop on Park Avenue. Police are also still here investigating.
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SNAP benefits were the topic of discussion in Washington Wednesday, and a representative from Foodlink had the chance to testify.
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By the end of June, sharing a Netflix account will be more complicated than just sharing a login with someone.
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"Frequently, with these stolen Kias and with these stolen Hyundais…predominantly we’re finding that it’s teenagers involved,” police said.
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With Earth Day just around the corner, you may be thinking of ways you can help the environment whether that’s at home or in your business, and one family-owned farm in particular has roots that run deep with sustainability.
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Local schools are reacting to NYS’s Board of Regents ruling on school mascots. Within Ontario, Steuben, and Wyoming counties, there are at least five school districts affected. The ruling approved a ban on Native American references being used in mascots.
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WATCH: Today John Kucko returned to Highland Park, where he found some bumblebees buzzing in the morning chill, the pansy bed in bloom, and a majestic cardinal.
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WATCH: Rochester Mayor Malik Evans delivers the 2023 State of the City Address.
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Rochester’s leaders are starting to gather for the State of the City address by Mayor Malik Evans - event is due to begin at 6pm and will be live-streamed on our website, Rochesterfirst.com
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Today is winding down, here's a check of what to expect for tomorrow.
Check your entire forecast here anytime: rochesterfirst.com/weather
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JUST IN: One person is dead following a crash on Route 89 in Seneca Falls.
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Warm weather fans are reeeeeaaaaaaly going to want to take advantage of Friday. The trends for the remainder of April aren't exactly screaming spring warmth in Rochester from here. Of note, the Euro suggest several freezes are on the horizon.
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Rochester Mayor Malik Evans will deliver the 2023 State of the City Address at 6:00 p.m.
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Noticing more “gas and grocery” stores coming to the Greater Rochester area? You’re not alone. Two upstate-based chains in particular, Byrne Dairy Stores and Quicklee’s, have been expanding in the past year.
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While #ROC is likely to miss out on the warmth tomorrow, Friday continues to trend warmer with partial sunshine. It's looking more likely we'll take another run at 80 degrees!
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Tomorrow will be one of those days where a one-size-fits-all number simply won't be good enough. A frontal boundary draped across WNY will result in a dramatic spread in temperatures into the afternoon. Temps in the 70s south will contrast with 40s north.
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Keith Nale, a two-time contestant on the reality show "Survivor," passed away at 62 years old.
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WATCH: Police continue to investigate after an SUV was driven “recklessly at high speeds” over sidewalks and lawns at Franklin High School in Rochester Tuesday. News 8 has an update on the incident today on News 8 at 5.
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UEFA Champions League. 3pm. Bayern Munich vs. Manchester City. WROC.
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