Good morning, Rochester.

More than 200 groups will join the Rochester Pride Parade on Saturday at 11 a.m., beginning at South Avenue and Science Parkway and continuing to Highland Park where the festival runs until 6 p.m. Attendees should buy $5 tickets ahead of time — to avoid long lines — and note planned street closures, with free parking and a shuttle provided from Monroe Community College.

Rochester man Walter Balkum Junior, 49—convicted in April of first-degree manslaughter and assault for beating his girlfriend to death in front of her 9-year-old daughter last summer—received a sentence of 17 years to life in prison.

Rochester Police identified homeless woman Karen Wargo, 46, who was found dead on a downtown sidewalk just before midnight on July 9 from blunt force trauma and asphyxiation—authorities charged 31-year-old Tavontay Haygood-Session with second-degree murder after he allegedly assaulted her and became aggressive with officers during his 6 a.m. apprehension on July 10.

Organizers will unveil the full lineup of the 14th annual Rochester Fringe Festival on Wednesday before noon.

The festival will run from Tuesday, Sept. 9 to Saturday, Sept. 20 — featuring acts such as comedy, theatre, dance, music, film, magic, and interactive shows.

The Rochester Police Department extended its maximum age limit for applicants to 43 after New York law changed.

Applications for the next police exam will be accepted until August 22.

Shoreline Half Marathon & 5K

7:00 a.m. — Hamlin Beach State Park — Registration required — Race along the beautiful shoreline with options for both half marathon and 5K.

Jungle Jog 2025

8:00-10:30 a.m. — Seneca Park Zoo — Registration required — Join a fun 5K run or walk through the scenic Seneca Park in Rochester.

The Swell Season Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch the soulful sounds of The Swell Season in a vibrant setting.

Melvin Seals and JGB Concert

5-6:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Free entry — Experience an evening of high-spirited jam band music featuring Melvin Seals and Dogs in a Pile.

Elite Basketball Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gates Chili Central School District — Check event page for pricing — An inclusive camp aimed at building skills and confidence in young athletes.

Legion Baseball Centennial Championship

9 a.m. — Rochester Institute of Technology — Admission details pending — Catch the excitement of New York's top amateur baseball teams competing in a historic tournament.

Roc Artists Open Market

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Innovation Square — Free entry — Discover local artisans, delicious food, live music, and engaging activities every Sunday in Rochester.

Training Camp

9:45 AM – 1:45 PM — St. John Fisher University — Check website for price — Experience NFL training with a clear bag policy for all attendees.

Completely Unchained (Van Halen Tribute) featuring Alyssa Trahan

5-10 p.m. — Barnard Banquet Hall — Cost not specified — Rock out with Completely Unchained, the ultimate Van Halen tribute, and hometown star Alyssa Trahan for an unforgettable night of music.

Rochester District Amateur Championship

All day — Cobblestone Creek Country Club — Entry fees apply — Compete in a rigorous 72-hole stroke play championship with a chance to make the cut.