Good morning, Rochester.

Five people died in a bus crash on I-90 in Genesee County when the bus lost control while traveling from Niagara Falls to New York City — state police are seeking warrants to investigate the driver as 47 were hospitalized and one child remains in critical condition.

A 22-year-old man was shot in the upper body on North St. near Kosciusko Street just before 2 a.m.—he is recovering at Rochester General as police search for the shooter.

Rochester police charged 21 year old Jordyn Green with leaving the scene of a fatal hit and run on Lexington Avenue — a crash in which 64 year old pedestrian Mulong No was struck Saturday, Aug.

9 at about 9:30 p.m. and later died on Aug. 13.

Rochester Police arrested a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old—suspects in the fatal robbery of 68-year-old Gilberto Morales-Cruz—on Smith Street Saturday at 4:30 p.m. while he was riding his bicycle alone.

At 4:30 p.m. on Saturday in Pittsford, Monroe County sheriff’s deputies found a driver unresponsive on Hilltop Drive—he later regained consciousness, sped away and hit mailboxes, parked cars and a tree on Crestview Drive—and he now faces charges for reckless driving and obstructing governmental administration while receiving treatment at a hospital.

Brandon Washington pleaded guilty to federal charges for leading a marijuana trafficking ring that brought gang members from out of town into Rochester to kill rival pot dealers – one gang member is already serving life for killing a police officer and two alleged dealers, and Washington will be sentenced in December.

A stolen car reported near North Plymouth Avenue and Bloss Street on Monday sped away when officers attempted a stop and later crashed into a vacant home at Dewey and Glenwood avenues, leaving a 34-year-old woman with outstanding arrest warrants and another driver hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries—police say the suspect is in custody.

Rochester and Monroe County launched HEARTSafe Rochester on August 25th to begin training about 113,000 locals in CPR and AED use through schools+ businesses and faith communities.

The program will also train 911 dispatchers and place defibrillators in public spots to help save lives.

TrYsT / The Tommy Brunett Band Concert

5-10 p.m. — Barnard Banquet Hall — $11.00-$22.00 — Celebrate the end of summer with a lively performance from TrYsT and the Tommy Brunett Band.

Thirsty Thursday Field Trip

6-7 p.m. — Spotted Octopus Brewing Co. — Free event — Run, socialize, and unwind with local enthusiasts at a vibrant brewery outing.

Metalachi: Mariachi Metal Fusion

7-8:30 p.m. — 204 N Water St, Rochester, NY — Ticket info not provided — Experience the unique blend of mariachi and metal that has captured audiences for over a decade.

D.R.I. Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets starting at $18.73 — Enjoy an electrifying night of live music featuring D.R.I. and supporting acts.

Coast Collective Show Rochester Fall 2025

9 AM – 6 PM — The Dome Arena — Free admission for verified buyers — Discover bold brands and fresh finds at WNY’s premier fashion and lifestyle trade event.

Tracy Eckstrand: Fairport Bside

6-10 p.m. — B-Side — Cost info not provided — Enjoy original music and covers from Tracy Eckstrand and Levon Jones.

Local 86 Annual Clambake

12-6 p.m. — IBEW Local 86 — Free entry — Celebrate the legacy of electrical workers with a delicious clambake and community spirit.

The Devil Makes Three Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Anthology — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively performance from a trio blending bluegrass, folk, and ragtime.

2nd Annual Challenger Miracle Field Golf Tournament

12-7 p.m. — Irondequoit Country Club — $1,000-$1,100/team — Enjoy a day of golf with registration, lunch, and dinner to support a great cause.

Rochester Fringe Festival

September 9-20 — SCORE — Various ticket prices — Experience the largest performing arts festival in New York with multidisciplinary performances from comedy to dance.