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JobsNY's unemployment system is offline for up to 12 days, and RochesterWorks can't help with claimsIf you're filing for unemployment or already collecting it, the state's system is offline for nine to 12 days while the Department of Labor upgrades a platform that's about 50 years old. It went down Monday, Nov. 2, and WXXI News says the shutdown started at 5 p.m.Today’s editionRead MoneyHEAP heating aid is open, and more Monroe County households may qualify this yearIf heating bills have you wincing, HEAP applications opened Monday, Nov. 2. Gov. Kathy Hochul said families of four earning up to $82,000 may qualify, and some households get benefits automatically while others have to apply. Households that get delivered fuel can receive up to $990.Today’s editionRead

Around Rochester

From Spectrum News Rochester, 13WHAM-TV and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Spectrum News Rochester2 hours ago

    Brennan Center expert on why U.S. elections are safe

    Andew Garber, senior counsel in the Brennan Center’s Voting Rights and Elections program, joined Capital Tonight.

  2. 13WHAM-TV2 hours ago

    Penfield graduate Jason Kanzler named Seattle Mariners manager

    A graduate of Penfield High School is the new manager of the Seattle Mariners: Jason Kanzler.

    Also reported bySpectrum News Rochester

  3. Democrat and Chronicle3 hours ago

    What time do polls close in New York? NY voting hours 2026

    Here’s what to know about voting hours and when election results could begin coming in.

  4. Democrat and Chronicle3 hours ago

    Penfield native becomes one of MLB's youngest managers

    Seattle is turning to a former All-Greater Rochester player to get the Mariners back to the playoffs.

  5. WHEC.com4 hours ago

    Voters in Livonia say there’s a long wait to vote as town’s election districts consolidated into one

    Voters in Livonia headed to the polls Tuesday night could face a long wait time. Take a look at one photo a voter sent us around 6 pm:

  6. RochesterFirst4 hours ago

    Rochester's Tuesday evening weather forecast

  7. WHEC.com4 hours ago

    Consumer Alert: What to know for Medicare open enrollment

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Medicare open enrollment is one of the most challenging times of the year for older adults. There are many different plans, a range of premiums and a lot of decisions to make. Older adults pay an average of $11,300 a year on total health spending, which is triple the average cost for

  8. WHEC.com4 hours ago

    Decision 2026: Behind the scenes at the Monroe County Board of Elections

    The Monroe County Board of Elections opened its doors to News10NBC investigative reporter Jennifer Lewke on Election Night to show how votes are cast, recorded and counted.

  9. RochesterFirst4 hours ago

    Irondequoit neighbors speak out after Halloween weekend parties prompt police response

    IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. (WROC) — After Irondequoit police responded to three separate locations to disperse large crowds over Halloween weekend, neighbors are speaking out. According to Town Supervisor John Perticone, Irondequoit police responded to 53 Madison Terrace, 96 Fairlea Drive and a location on Nixon Drive. A neighbor told News 8 they saw more than 100

  10. WHEC.com4 hours ago

    Lollypop Farm offering free adoptions for senior pets throughout November

    EGYPT, N.Y. — Lollypop Farm is offering free adoptions for senior pets through the month of November. Adoption fees will be waived for all pets six and older. Lollypop says many of these pets are already house-trained and have settled into their personalities.By waiving the adoption fee, Lollypop says it hopes to encourage people to look […]

  11. Democrat and Chronicle4 hours ago

    LeRoy vs East Rochester score, updates from Section V girls volleyball title game

    Follow along with live updates from the Section V Class C1 girls volleyball championship game between LeRoy and East Rochester.

  12. Spectrum News Capital Region4 hours ago

    'Pocketbook issues' driving voters to the polls

    Rachel Niemi spoke with voters about what topics are front of mind this election.

  13. RochesterFirst4 hours ago

    Golden Apple Award: Congratulations to Elaine Erb!

    NEWARK, N.Y. (WROC) — Congratulations to our latest Golden Apple Award winner, Elaine Erb! Erb is a math interventionist at Lincoln Elementary School in Newark. Colleague Lex Vermeersch says, “She goes above and beyond to plan lessons. She co-teaches with other teachers in the building and she makes sure we have every single thing we

  14. Finger Lakes Daily News4 hours ago

    Weather Forecast: Record warmth possible for Geneva and Canandaigua on Wednesday

    Wednesday shapes up as the warmest day of the extended stretch, with highs climbing into the low to mid 70s and the National Weather Service flagging potential record-high temperatures for early November. Skies stay overcast but dry through the day. Tonight's lows hold in the mid-to-upper 50s with no frost threat. The pattern shifts sharply Thursday when a cold front pushes through, delivering widespread showers and dropping temperatures into the mid-50s, where they remain through the weekend.

  15. Democrat and Chronicle4 hours ago

    Section V boys volleyball tournament scores: Opening round results

    Here are the latest scores, stats and recaps from the Section V high school boys volleyball playoffs.

  16. WHEC.com4 hours ago

    Need a ride to vote? Monroe County Rides to the Polls has free polling site rides for voters until 9 p.m.

    A local group is offering free rides to polling sites for voters who need transportation on Election Day.

  17. Democrat and Chronicle4 hours ago

    Monroe County election results 2026

    Monroe County election results for NY governor, 25th Congressional District, state legislature, Irondequoit, Greece, Fairport and others.

  18. WHEC.com5 hours ago

    NYS starts annual holiday donation drive to benefit families in need

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — New York has started its annual holiday donation drive. State agencies will be collecting new toys, school supplies and new or gently used winter coats for children and families in need. Donations will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 4. In Rochester, drop-off locations include the New York state Department of Transportation Region […]

  19. Democrat and Chronicle5 hours ago

    Rochester leaf collection is underway. What to know

    Rochester's annual leaf collection is underway. Here's when to put leaves out, where to place them and what to do if pickup is missed.

  20. 13WHAM-TV5 hours ago

    Generations gather at Susan B. Anthony's grave, cover headstone with 'I Voted' stickers

    The tradition of making the pilgrimage to honor a pioneer of women's suffrage continued this year for many.

    Also reported byRochesterFirst

  21. Democrat and Chronicle5 hours ago

    Section V football Super 10 rankings entering semifinal weekend

    See the latest Section V football Super 10 rankings as championship games and semifinals bring several ranked teams together.

  22. Spectrum News Hudson Valley5 hours ago

    Increasing number of registered voters shunning party affiliation in New York

    They’re officially labeled "blanks" - voters who, for a variety of reasons, choose not to choose a political party. And their numbers are rising.

  23. WHEC.com5 hours ago

    Fire marshal: Nobody hurt after small chemical fire on University of Rochester campus

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The University of Rochester Fire Marshal says nobody was hurt after a small chemical fire in one of the teaching labs on campus. Fire Marshal Mark Militello said the fire was in a fume hood in the teaching lab, and was put out by an employee. News10NBC went there at around 3:30

  24. Democrat and Chronicle6 hours ago

    Charming bakeshop opens in historic building in Caledonia | Exclusive

    Banana bread, mini cheesecakes and cakes are among the sweet specialties at this new bakery and coffee shop.

  25. Democrat and Chronicle6 hours ago

    Perry vs Byron-Bergen score, updates from Section V girls volleyball title game

    Follow along with live updates from the Section V Class C2 girls volleyball championship game between Perry and Byron-Bergen.

  26. WHEC.com6 hours ago

    Canadian men accused of hacking into computers and stealing info from WNY universities

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Two Canadian men are accused of hacking into multiple computers in the United States, including in Western New York. Ryan Roach, of Saskatchewan, Canada, and Matthew Stubbings, of Ontario, Canada, are both charged with conspiracy to obtain information from a protected computer and to cause damage to a protected computer, obtaining information

    Also reported by13WHAM-TVRochesterFirst

  27. WHEC.com6 hours ago

    First Alert Weather: Record warmth possible Wednesday, then rain chances go up

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Tuesday’s temperatures flirted with a record, soaring into the mid 70s and we’ll feel exceptional warmth again on Wednesday. In fact, Wednesday has a decent chance of at least tying the record high of 78 degrees set back in 2015. But that’ll be the end of the record warmth, at least for

  28. WHEC.com7 hours ago

    RPD: Man hospitalized after being stabbed on city’s northwest side

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester police say a person was stabbed on the city’s northwest side Tuesday afternoon. It happened on Jay Street near Child Street. Police haven’t given any other details yet, but are expected to soon. Check back for updates as we learn more.

  29. Finger Lakes Daily News8 hours ago

    Four Hobart Football Players Earn Liberty League Honors

    Four members of the Hobart football team earned Liberty League recognition after Saturday’s 38-7 win over Rochester. Senior cornerback Zeshan Dixon (Hamilton West/Trenton, N.J.) earned his third Liberty League Defensive Performer of the Week award, while first-year linebacker Tyler Cumming (Mount Olive/Mount Olive, N.J.) picked up his second Liberty League Rookie of the Week honor.

  30. Spectrum News Rochester9 hours ago

    Why is it so important to get out and vote? Voters explain

    Voters say it was important to them to perform their civic duty because they want to make the world a better place.

  31. RochesterFirst9 hours ago

    Rochester native hired as Seattle Mariners manager

    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — University at Buffalo alumni Jason Kanzler was hired as the new manager of Seattle Mariners, it was announced Tuesday. Kanzler, a 2013 UB graduate and three-year member of the now-defunct baseball program, most recently served as the director of player development for the Chicago Cubs and before that spent time with

    Also reported byWIVB News 4

  32. RochesterFirst10 hours ago

    Election Day 2026: Monroe County voter turnout

    Editor’s Note: The Monroe County Board of Elections will be releasing more voter turnout reports throughout the day. Check back here for more updates. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — After Monroe County set an early voting record ahead of Election Day, the County Board of Elections has posted the total number of voters (so far!) who

  33. WHEC.com10 hours ago

    Crews battle large fire on Waterport Road in Orleans County

    News10NBC is working to learn more about a large fire at a trailer home on Waterport Road in Orleans County on Tuesday.

  34. 13WHAM-TV10 hours ago

    Man found dead after home catches fire in Orleans County

    Carlton, N.Y. — Fire heavily damaged a home Tuesday morning in Orleans County.

  35. North Country Public Radio11 hours ago

    Minnesota voters set to hire their next governor — and make a little history

    Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth vied to be the first woman to be Minnesota's governor. Their race focused on the direction of the state and the country. Both women have broken barriers during their political careers.

  36. 13WHAM-TV11 hours ago

    Authors share their stories at Rochester Children and Teens Book Festival

    Rochester Children and Teens Book Festival celebrates 28 years of literacy, diversity, and imagination.

  37. 13WHAM-TV11 hours ago

    Crime Stoppers: Rochester Police Department's new therapy dog program

    In this week's Crime Stoppers, the Rochester Police Department is bringing in a new furry special guest.

  38. WHEC.com11 hours ago

    Irondequoit cracks down on short-term rental violations after police break up crowds on Halloween

    Irondequoit's supervisor says the town is cracking down on short-term rental violations after the police broke up large crowds at three locations on Halloween night.

    Also reported byRochesterFirst

  39. Rochester Business Journal12 hours ago

    Jamie Schimmel | KeyBank

    KeyBank has promoted Jamie Schimmel to Senior Area Retail Leader.

  40. WHEC.com12 hours ago

    Do the Right Thing: Anaya collected care packages for people facing homelessness

    Anaya Sanasie, a sixth grader, is being honored for using her own money to put together care packages for people facing homelessness.

In brief

The short notes of Rochester Morning News’ last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Election DayIf you haven't voted yet, today's the day, and you have to go to your designated polling place.

    If you haven't voted yet, today's the day, and you have to go to your designated polling place. Monroe County's nine-day early-voting period drew 95,929 voters, and the Board of Elections reported record-breaking turnout. Greece Town Hall saw the most votes, and about 19% of the county's roughly 500,000 registered voters voted early. Today is also the deadline to postmark an absentee ballot or deliver it in person, and postmarked ballots must arrive by Nov. 10.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: RochesterFirst, WXXI News, WHEC.com, 13WHAM-TV, 13WHAM-TV

  • Terrence BuildingAt its Oct. 20 meeting, Rochester City Council approved using $20 million from Empire State Development to demolish the abandoned psychiatric hospital on Elmwood Avenue.

    At its Oct. 20 meeting, Rochester City Council approved using $20 million from Empire State Development to demolish the abandoned psychiatric hospital on Elmwood Avenue. The money also goes toward a mixed-use redevelopment plan that includes 500 housing units.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WHEC.com

  • READYThe school-reform group READY is seeking $1 million from Rochester's business community as part of a $5.2 million grant from City Fund.

    The school-reform group READY is seeking $1 million from Rochester's business community as part of a $5.2 million grant from City Fund. It aims to grow the number of Rochester students in quality public schools from fewer than 3,000 to 10,000 by 2034.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Rochester Business Journal

  • Brighton fieldsThe state DEC approved the environmental testing plans needed before construction can resume at Brighton High School's stalled athletic fields project.

    The state DEC approved the environmental testing plans needed before construction can resume at Brighton High School's stalled athletic fields project. Depending on test results and any additional approvals, construction could restart this month.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WHEC.com

  • GreeceThe Town of Greece is receiving $539,185 in grant funding to remove invasive water chestnuts from Braddock Bay and nearby waterways.

    The Town of Greece is receiving $539,185 in grant funding to remove invasive water chestnuts from Braddock Bay and nearby waterways.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: RochesterFirst