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• Police locate 'armed and dangerous' suspect after 2 killed in Watertown

  28-04-2021 23:54
  
  The New York State Police are helping to track down a suspect they say is armed and dangerous after two people were killed in a shooting in Watertown.
  
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• State Legislature wants to extend eviction moratorium

  28-04-2021 23:39
  
  The state moratorium on evictions is set to expire on Saturday, but the democratically controlled State Legislature is looking to extend it for several months.
  
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• Roll cloud: What is it?

  28-04-2021 23:19
  
  Did you happen to see the ominous-looking cloud hanging over Rochester Wednesday afternoon?
  
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• Report: Cuomo aides' changes to nursing home death data spanned months

  28-04-2021 23:07
  
  Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration's changes to nursing home COVID-19 death data span at least five months according to interviews and data unearthed in a new report.
  
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• Consumer Alert: Confidence is up and interest rates are low. Now may be the time for that big purchase.

  28-04-2021 22:53
  
  Your consumer alert is taking a look at you and how you're feeling about the economy.
  
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• RCSD superintendent on crime wave: 'This has to stop'

  28-04-2021 22:48 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  RCSD Superintendent Lesli Myers-Small released an anguished video message Wednesday begging for an end to violence in the city.Lesli Myers-Small, the superintendent of Rochester public schools, released an anguished video message on Wednesday begging for an end to violence in the city that she said has taken the lives of six students since the beginning of the school year. “I come to each of you, our Rochester City School District students, families, staff, and community members with a ver
  
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• First Alert Weather: Storms end, but rain returns

  28-04-2021 22:42
  
  The Yellow Alert up for afternoon thunderstorms has ended as the storms continue to push south out of our area.
  
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• WATCH LIVE: Biden to pitch 'family plan' in speech to Congress

  28-04-2021 21:26
  
  President Joe Biden will use his first joint address to Congress to pitch a $1.8 trillion investment in children, families and education that would fundamentally transform roles the government plays in American life.
  
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• WATCH: Driver crashes into equipment in marked work zone seconds after crew leaves

  28-04-2021 21:17
  
  A video of a work zone crash on the Thruway near Albany prompted the Thruway Authority to remind drivers to slow down, move over and be alert of work zones.
  
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• WATCH: Driver crashes into equipment in marked work zone seconds after crew leave

  28-04-2021 21:17
  
  A video of a work zone crash on the Thruway near Albany prompted the Thruway Authority to remind drivers to slow down, move over and be alert of work zones.
  
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• Teen indicted by grand jury on 'at least one felony' for deadly Gates attempted carjacking

  28-04-2021 21:03
  
  The teenager charged with murder in the deadly shooting of an Irondequoit man during an attempted carjacking in Gates earlier this month was set to appear in court Wednesday, but his preliminary hearing was canceled just before it was set to begin.
  
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• Teen charged with murder in Gates attempted carjacking indicted by grand jury on 'at least one felony'

  28-04-2021 21:03
  
  The teenager charged with murder in the deadly shooting of an Irondequoit man during an attempted carjacking in Gates earlier this month was set to appear in court Wednesday, but his preliminary hearing was canceled just before it was set to begin.
  
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• Juror: Chauvin deliberations 'should have been 20 minutes'

  28-04-2021 20:20
  
  Brandon Mitchell is the first juror that deliberated in Derek Chauvin's trial to talk publicly about his experience. An alternate juror who was dismissed before deliberations, Lisa Christensen, spoke to reporters last week, saying she would have voted to convict Chauvin.
  
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• Yellow Alert for strong storms this afternoon

  28-04-2021 20:18
  
  The First Alert Weather Threat Tracker has Yellow Alert in effect today, which is a heads up to be prepared for storms.
  
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• State Senate to reverse Cuomo pandemic directives

  28-04-2021 19:35 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  Democrats in the state Senate are overturning COVID emergency directives by Cuomo that restricted bars, restaurants, and vaccine suppliers.Democrats in New York will move Wednesday to curb a handful of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s pandemic-related directives, including one that has required patrons at restaurants to purchase food if they’re planning to drink alcohol. It’s the first time that Democrats in the Legislature have acted to reverse one of Cuomo’s orders after they approv
  
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• WATCH: New video shows shooting inside Rochester store

  28-04-2021 19:34
  
  In the video, you see a man come in and fire a gun, then a woman rushes to grab a small child who was nearby. Police say a 41-year-old man was shot at least once in the lower body.
  
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• AP sources: Feds search Rudy Giuliani's NYC home, office

  28-04-2021 19:26
  
  Federal investigators executed search warrants Wednesday morning at the Manhattan home and office of Rudy Giuliani, former President Donald Trump’s attorney.
  
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• $15k donation to Honor Flight Rochester funds travel for dozens of vets

  28-04-2021 19:20
  
  The Rochester Corvette Club donated $15,000, which is the largest donation the club has ever made.
  
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• State Senate Dems officially repeal alcohol with food requirement, other executive orders

  28-04-2021 18:59
  
  Democrats in the New York State Senate said Tuesday that on Wednesday they will suspend several of Gov. Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 executive orders, including the alcohol with food mandate.
  
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• AP source: Feds execute warrant at Rudy Giuliani's NYC home

  28-04-2021 18:42
  
  It comes as the Justice Department continues its investigation into the former New York City mayor and staunch Trump ally.
  
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• Hilton Fire Department to host 'pop up' vaccine clinic Thursday

  28-04-2021 18:35
  
  The clinic will run from 3 p.m.- 7 p.m at the firehouse at 120 Old Hojack Lane.
  
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• 'Allegations that shock the conscience': Hilton principal pleads not guilty to sex abuse charges

  28-04-2021 18:35
  
  Ashton is currently being held at the Niagara County Jail.
  
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• Absentee ballots available by request only for 2021 Monroe County primaries

  28-04-2021 18:23 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  In a change from last year's Monroe County primaries, prospective absentee voters must request an application form this election season.In advance of primary elections to be held on Tuesday, June 22, the Monroe County Board of Elections has issued updated deadlines for registration, as well as an important change to the absentee ballot application process. Anyone wishing to cast their vote via absentee ballot will need to request an application.…
  
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• 'Allegations that shock the conscience' Hilton principal pleads not guilty to sex abuse charges during arraignment

  28-04-2021 18:17
  
  Ashton is currently being held at the Niagara County Jail.He will be arraigned on the first set of charges.
  
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• Mayor Warren, Assembly Majority Leader to hold forum on legal marijuana industry

  28-04-2021 18:00
  
  The talk will be over Zoom, it starts at 6 p.m.
  
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• Rochester Police announce new mandatory officer training program

  28-04-2021 17:37
  
  Interim Police Chief Cynthia Herriott-Sullivan held a press conference at 11 a.m. to introduce the new program.
  
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• Hilton principal indicted on sex abuse charges arraigned

  28-04-2021 17:00
  
  Ashton is currently being held at the Niagara County Jail.He will be arraigned on the first set of charges.
  
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• Rochester Police to announce new mandatory officer training program

  28-04-2021 16:50
  
  Interim Police Chief Cynthia Herriott-Sullivan will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. to introduce the new program.
  
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• Cuomo: Curfew for indoor, outdoor dining to be lifted May 17, Memorial Day

  28-04-2021 16:13
  
  This follows pushback from business owners and lawmakers.
  
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• Chauvin juror says guilty verdicts could have come quicker

  28-04-2021 15:59
  
  Brandon Mitchell is the first juror that deliberated in Derek Chauvin's trial to talk publicly about his experience. An alternate juror who was dismissed before deliberations, Lisa Christensen, spoke to reporters last week, saying she would have voted to convict Chauvin.
  
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• Embattled Cuomo pursues strategy for survival

  28-04-2021 15:45 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  Gov. Andrew Cuomo's purposeful distance from the press amid multiple scandals is part of a damage control plan that may be benefiting him in the polls. Gov. Andrew Cuomo has come under fire for limiting the media’s access and ability to ask him questions as he faces a number of scandals.…
  
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• Brighton Police: 5-year-old revived after being found at bottom of hotel pool

  28-04-2021 15:43
  
  Police Chief David Catholdi said the incident happened at the Country Inn and Suites on East Henrietta Road.
  
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• Motorcyclist dies following crash on Route 531

  28-04-2021 15:40
  
  The crash happened on Route 531 near Manitou Road near the Gates-Ogden border around 10:45 p.m.
  
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• RPD interim police chief addresses spike in violence

  28-04-2021 15:28
  
  Rochester Police say there are some correlations behind the recent rash of shootings in the city, often committed by repeat offenders with gun violations.
  
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• Mixed messaging confuses organizers about whether to hold events

  28-04-2021 15:02 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  WithPark Avenue and Corn Hill festivals canceled for 2020, some say there are inconsistent and confusing messages on what is and isn't safe.Even as COVID-19 vaccination rates grow and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased its recommendations for outdoor masking, another Rochester summer festival has been canceled. Some say government leaders are sending inconsistent and confusing messages on what is and isn't safe.…
  
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• Biden to pitch sweeping 'family plan' in speech to Congress

  28-04-2021 14:25
  
  Biden will make his case Wednesday night before a pared-down gathering of mask-wearing legislators due to coronavirus restrictions and in a U.S. Capitol still surrounded by black fencing after insurrectionists protesting his election occupied the very dais where he will stand.
  
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• Teen charged with murder in Gates carjacking to appear in court Wednesday

  28-04-2021 14:18
  
  16-year-old Edgar Tolentino is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing Wednesday.
  
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• Teen charged with murder in Gates attempted carjacking to appear in court Wednesday

  28-04-2021 14:18
  
  Edgar Tolentino, 16,is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing Wednesday.
  
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• Hilton principal indicted on sex abuse charges to be arraigned Wednesday

  28-04-2021 13:28
  
  Ashton is currently being held at the Niagara County Jail.He will be arraigned on the first set of charges.
  
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• First Alert Weather: Yellow Alert for strong to severe storms Wednesday afternoon

  28-04-2021 13:05
  
  The First Alert Weather Threat Tracker has Yellow Alert in effect today, which is a heads up to be prepared for storms
  
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• Good Question: Will at-home COVID tests work to attend events?

  28-04-2021 12:09
  
  Michael asked News10NBC's Brennan Somers: For the people who do not want to get vaccinated, but need to present a negative COVID test will the home test be allowed as proof?Will that qualify to get you into a baseball game, a wedding, or something else?
  
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• Brighton Police investigating drowning at hotel pool

  28-04-2021 12:03
  
  Police Chief David Catholdi said the incident happened at the Country Inn and Suites on East Henrietta Road.
  
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• RPD: Two men arrested in connection with Valentine's Day robbery, murder

  28-04-2021 11:39
  
  RPD says 23-year-old Isaac Washington and 21-year-old Sloan McDowell are facing robbery and murder charges.
  
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• 2 men arrested in connection with Valentine's Day robbery, murder

  28-04-2021 11:39
  
  RPD says 23-year-old Isaac Washington and 21-year-old Sloan McDowell are facing robbery and murder charges.
  
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• Rider seriously hurt in motorcycle crash on Route 531

  28-04-2021 11:31
  
  The crash happened on Route 531 near Manitou Road near the Gates-Ogden border around 10:45 p.m.
  
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• Rochester Police: Man shot near Mazda Terrace

  28-04-2021 11:13
  
  Police originally went to a shots fired call at Mazda Terrace near North Clinton Avenue around 12:30 a.m. but did not find anyone hit.
  
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• Ex -NY AG Schneiderman surrenders law license for a year

  28-04-2021 11:03
  
  Under the recent agreement, Schneiderman must also continue receiving mental health treatment.
  
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• New York arts organizers make best-laid plans for live events

  28-04-2021 11:00 via rochestercitynewspaper.com
  
  A recent webinar about the future of live events raised as many questions as answers for performing arts organizers in New York state.I had my coming-out from COVID-19 about a week and a half ago. My first indoor concert in more than a year.…
  
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• Fairport Canal Days organizers outline tentative plans

  28-04-2021 05:21
  
  The organizers of Fairport Canal Days are making plans to proceed with the event come June.
  
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• Lawmakers, activists and drivers weigh in on proposed gas, home heating oil and propane tax hike

  28-04-2021 05:11
  
  Plans for a New York green energy bill that would sharply hike taxes on gasoline and home heating brought sharp criticism from Republicans Tuesday, as well as stunned skepticism from drivers.
  
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