AURORA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) -- After over 150+ years, Wells College says it will be closing its doors at the end of this academic semester. Small NY colleges fighting negative trends The college says they do not have enough 'adequate financial resources' to be able to remain open. "These challenges have been exacerbated by a global pandemic, a shrinking pool of undergraduate students nationwide, inflationary pressures, and an overall negative sentiment towards higher education," wrote Wells College on its website. There has been an effort from the college's board to try and find 'creative solutions ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Another lucky winner in the area! According to the New York State Lottery, a top-prize-winning Take 5 ticket was sold at Speedy's in Macedon. The location was on Rt. 31. The ticket was worth over $15,000. There have been multiple winners of the Take 5 ticket this month, the most recent was Sunday at a liquor store on Jay Street. That ticket was worth over $17,000 ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Teen Empowerment, a nonprofit that has been around for decades, is holding its annual luncheon fundraiser to fund its expanding programs. The organization has been in Rochester for twenty years. The organization hires young people in the neighborhoods it serves to do social change work. "Think about it— you're learning and you're being compensated at the same time, while also being able to reach back and pour into your community," said Freemonta Strong, associate program director at Teen Empowerment Eleven years ago, Strong was a youth organizer with Teen Empowerment ..read more

Whether you like it or not, it's draft grade season. Sports Director Thad Brown and Carl Jones have a unique take on the draft grades for the Bills 2024 haul. Most draft experts will often talk about players having a floor and/or a ceiling. Thad and Carl are taking the glass half full side--to discuss the ceiling of each Bills pick. There were ten players drafted. That means ten grades on what kind of an impact each might have during their NFL career. It's another 8 Sports Extra ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up-to-date on the latest headlines in today's Sunrise Smart Start for Monday, April 29, 2024. Watch: Doorley releases video statement on traffic ticket tirade Woman stabbed in fight, BBQ grill thrown at RPD vehicle RFD: Vacant Clay Ave house on fire for second time DOT announces $3.9M to replace Widener Memorial Bridge Teens lead the way with ‘The Flash & Fashion Experience’ Weather Forecast: Some in the 50s while others in the 70s We are in the midst of a significant temperature difference between the north and south of the thruway as warm air makes it into ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) - Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley released a video statement Monday morning in response to the viral video of her arguing with a Webster Police Officer who tried to pull her over for speeding. In a video statement posted Monday morning, Doorley apologized to the community, saying she did not treat the officer with respect. She explains she dealt with three homicides that occurred including an incident where a cab driver was killed, and was dealing with a medical condition her husband received. "But we all have bad days and stress and it was wrong for me to ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester police are looking for two cars involved in a hit-and-run crash on Dewey Avenue after midnight on Monday. According to investigators, one vehicle was heading northbound on Dewey Avenue when it was hit by one of two cars, sending it off the road and into a tree. That vehicle was driven by a 50-year-old woman. The passenger, a 37-year-old woman, was treated at the scene for upper body pain. Officers said two cars were involved in the crash, but they drove away toward Locust Street. They are asking anyone with information to call 911 ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — One of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York's youth education programs, In Control presented "The Flash & Fashion Experience" on Sunday. In Control Outreach & Education's initiatives collaborated to feature works from the next generation of talented designers and photographers. The teen pregnancy prevention program, In Control, has been serving youth in the city for more than 25 years and provides education and vocational training to participants who are mostly youths of color. This event included a photography exhibition and fashion show as well ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester Police are investigating the report of shots fired into a house on Fourth Street Sunday night. According to RPD, just after 8 p.m., officers assigned responded to the 300 block of Fourth Street for the report of a building struck by gunfire and quickly noted the residence had been hit at least one time by gunfire.  Officers said at the time of the incident, the home was occupied by three children who were not injured. Police added that this is an active investigation with no suspects in custody and asked anyone with information to call 911 ..read more

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Puerto Rican Festival dates and location have been announced for the 54th celebration. The event is set to take place at Parcel 5 from Thursday, August 1 to Saturday, August 3, offering three days of fun festivities. There will be live music, authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, cultural events, and more. Orlando Ortiz, the President of Puerto Rican Festival, Inc. said, "As the longest-standing ethnic festival in Monroe County, the Puerto Rican Festival board is deeply proud of the rich history and cultural significance this event holds within our community." Ortiz adde ..read more