Good morning, Rochester.

Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester released a statement Monday morning after Pope Francis died on April 21, praying for his soul and honoring his call for mercy—he also announced that a Mass will be held for his repose Friday at 8 p.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral.

The People’s Choice Kitchen held its fourth annual Easter Bike Giveaway on Sunday at the Thurston Road YMCA parking lot — giving 100 new bikes to children while partnering with the Rochester Fire Department and local groups.

The event brought families together and marked a strong community effort that may lead to future giveaways — reinforcing local support for youth programs.

On Sunday, community members held a vigil and balloon release at a parking lot on Lake Avenue near Phelps Avenue in memory of the motorcyclist killed when a car turning left hit two motorcycles — one rider died and another was seriously injured — officials have not released the victim’s name.

Police responded to a shooting just after 10 p.m. Monday in downtown Rochester (near East Main and Franklin streets) and found an 18-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his lower body that was not life-threatening (investigators say the incident likely occurred near Gibbs and Delevan) and no suspect is in custody.

Graduate workers at the University of Rochester held an indefinite strike Monday, April 21 after school officials refused a private election agreement for union recognition.

The school said the workers can pursue union recognition through an NLRB election— a method already used at several peer institutions.

New York State launched a public awareness campaign urging Rochester drivers to slow down and follow the Move Over Law in highway work zones during National Work Zone Awareness Week + state landmarks will light up orange on Wednesday to honor highway workers.

Gov. Kathy Hochul is at Foodlink in Rochester today to present her 2025 State of the State Affordability Agenda — detailing plans to help residents manage rising costs — in a live broadcast.

The Rochester Knighthawks ended the regular season with a 10-8 record — earning the five seed in the National Indoor Lacrosse League — and will travel to Vancouver on Saturday, April 26 at 10 p.m. Eastern to play the Warriors, who beat them earlier this season.

Finger Lakes Science and Technology Showcase

8:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Memorial Art Gallery — Free entry — Engage with cutting-edge research and innovations in science and technology from local universities.

Local’s Only Silent Disco

7-11 p.m. — Locals Only — $10 presale, $20 door — Dance to local DJs at a unique silent disco experience.

Archive Ravens

7-9 p.m. — Muck Duck Studio — Free entry — Experience a kaleidoscopic journey through art song, jazz, Latin, folk, and original compositions.

Adirondack Sunset Painting Event

6-8 p.m. — Rising Storm Brewing Company at The Mill — $37.50 — Enjoy a guided painting experience inspired by the Adirondacks while sipping on local brews.

Bass Chamber Featuring Crucible

7 PM – 1 AM — Photo City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience heavy basslines with an epic lineup of electronic artists including Crucible and Two Kind.

HARDWIRED: Metallica Tribute Concert

7-10 p.m. — Montage Music Hall — All Ages — Experience a tribute to Metallica with an evening of rock and roll.

Wine Lips Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Bug Jar — Tickets available — Experience the explosive energy of Wine Lips as they debut tracks from their latest album 'Super Mega Ultra'.

Branford Marsalis Quartet Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Pre-show drinks at 6:30 p.m. — Experience an unforgettable evening of jazz with the acclaimed Branford Marsalis Quartet.

Bruce Hornsby & yMusic present: BrhyM

7-10 p.m. — Temple Theater — All ages welcome — Experience the musical journey of Grammy-winning artist Bruce Hornsby alongside the innovative ensemble yMusic.

Food House Tour

6 PM – 12 AM — Water Street Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience Food House's high-energy performance featuring their new album, 'Two House'.