<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[GSL News]]></title><description><![CDATA[GSL News]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/old322903e4689290278202470</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:29:46 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.gslnewsnow.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[LATE-NIGHT SHOOTING UNDER INVESTIGATION ON S. PLYMOUTH AVENUE]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Police are investigating a late-night shooting that left one man injured on the city’s southwest side. At approximately 10:45 PM tonight, officers responded to reports of gunfire on the 800 block of S. Plymouth Avenue, near Fenwick Street. Upon arrival, responding officers discovered a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound. First responders quickly applied a trauma tourniquet at the scene to control the bleeding before emergency personnel transported the...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/late-night-shooting-under-investigation-on-s-plymouth-avenue</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a41e7af1ee3a9e1c68c7e47</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:36:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_e18fe8bdc48441ab83fa58eb55d007fc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOOD 2 HOOD TOURNAMENT BREAKS BARRIERS EVERY SUNDAY AT BADEN PARK]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Baden Park was packed with high energy again this Sunday as Rochester’s weekly "Hood 2 Hood" basketball tournament took the courts for another round of highly competitive community matchups. The tournament is a foundational element of the city's ongoing Stop the Violence initiative. By leveraging the universal language of basketball, the event is intentionally designed to bridge deep-seated divides, foster community unity, and establish a consistent, safe, and positive...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/hood-2-hood-tournament-breaks-barriers-every-sunday-at-baden-park</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a419dd21ee3a9e1c68c5bd9</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:26:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_8cec60eee6654bbd9e8b3d06b0bc7488~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second-Alarm Fire Tears Through Building on Burrows Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester fire crews are on the scene of a second-alarm structure fire on the city's west side this morning. Emergency dispatchers received a report of a fire on Burrows Street at approximately 8:30 AM. When first responders arrived on the scene, they encountered a structure heavily engulfed in flames, with large plumes of smoke visible from the surrounding area. Due to the size of the fire and the intensity of the flames, a second alarm was quickly declared to bring in...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/second-alarm-fire-tears-through-building-on-burrows-street</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3fe1b150f05851ad3fd7a0</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_229dd51b9d534283bf62a5b17b8ea7c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chaos at Closed Lyell Ave Family Dollar After Break-In and Fight Over Discarded Goods]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A chaotic scene unfolded this morning at the permanently closed Family Dollar at 569 Lyell Avenue, drawing a massive crowd and a heavy police response after the building was broken into and fights broke out over discarded merchandise. The discount store permanently shut its doors earlier this week following a severe rat infestation. Because of the unsanitary conditions, corporate management ordered thousands of dollars worth of inventory to be cleared out and thrown away....]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/chaos-at-closed-lyell-ave-family-dollar-after-break-in-and-fight-over-discarded-goods</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3ed84450f05851ad3f969a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:54:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_d9480aa1eb794fcf9e60b09db5d06c45~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["THEY'RE TRYING TO BURN IT DOWN": Owner Despairs After Three Arson Attacks Target Francis Street Remodel in Rochester]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Anthony Washington is locked in a heartbreaking battle to protect his investment, his hard work, and his peace of mind on Francis Street. What was supposed to be a proud renovation project has instead devolved into a recurring nightmare of smoke and ashes. For the third time, arsonists have targeted a residential property owned and currently being remodeled by Washington. The most recent attack was the most severe yet. Neighbors woke in the middle of the night to the...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/they-re-trying-to-burn-it-down-owner-despairs-after-three-arson-attacks-target-francis-street-rem</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3c89f4ff4bcc9b64df8828</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:57:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_7beab40435374c09bb401b8d987e50fe~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-Agency Coordination Safely Ends Dangerous Chase on Lyell Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A chaotic, high-stress pursuit wound through city streets before coming to a safe conclusion on Lyell Avenue, highlighting the seamless teamwork and dedication of local law enforcement agencies. The incident began when a suspect fled from authorities, triggering a fast-moving response from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and the New York State Police. As the suspect attempted to evade capture, they drove recklessly, crashing into multiple civilian vehicles and nearly...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/multi-agency-coordination-safely-ends-dangerous-chase-on-lyell-avenue</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3c317e2ee18ade850ecd41</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:38:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_c11436b2251c458e80f106f834193ef4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parolee on GPS Monitoring Charged with Murder Following Fatal St. Paul Street Bar Stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, NY — A tragic weekend altercation on Rochester's west side has left a local bar cook dead and a newly released parolee facing second-degree murder charges. According to the Rochester Police Department, officers rushed to "The Mafia Hub" on St. Paul Street at approximately 3:30 a.m. Saturday morning following reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, responding units encountered a chaotic scene, discovering 33-year-old Kameron Nelson suffering from multiple stab wounds. Nelson was...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/parolee-on-gps-monitoring-charged-with-murder-following-fatal-st-paul-street-bar-stabbing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a37e5a1bfacb36e3544ebff</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:35:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_6cd067b469eb4707aa49be47ccdab74c~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_998,h_547,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown Magic: Danielle Ponder Stuns Thousands at Rochester Juneteenth Festival with Exclusive New Music]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, NY — The atmosphere at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park was already electric, but when Rochester’s own international soul sensation Danielle Ponder took the stage, the energy reached an entirely new level. This year's Juneteenth Festival drew thousands of people downtown, filling the park with a massive celebration of culture, unity, and music. While the crowd was already eager to welcome their hometown hero back to the stage, Ponder had a massive, unforgettable surprise...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/hometown-magic-danielle-ponder-stuns-thousands-at-rochester-juneteenth-festival-with-exclusive-new</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a37e352a8977cb11dd874a1</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:16:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_095c952979c145c9aa50ca878bc11dc6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man's Hand Completely Cut Off in Violent Clifford and Joseph Avenue Attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A horrific assault in the city's Clinton Section has left a local resident with catastrophic injuries, according to authorities. The Rochester Police Department responded to the intersection of Clifford Avenue and Joseph Avenue at approximately 8:20 p.m. Sunday night following reports of a male who had been stabbed. Severe Injuries Confirmed Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a 42-year-old male city resident suffering from severe trauma. It has been confirmed that...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/man-s-hand-completely-cut-off-in-violent-clifford-and-joseph-avenue-attack</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3976acfa54cc84484b00e3</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_5107953af1de47d8bdc6a68b59f91672~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_873,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[43-Year-Old Man Injured in King Street Shooting; Rochester Police Investigating]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 43-year-old man injured yesterday afternoon in the vicinity of King Street, according to reports sourced by GSL News. Emergency crews and officers responded to the neighborhood following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, emergency responders located the 43-year-old male victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound on or near King Street. First responders treated the victim at the scene before he was...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/43-year-old-man-injured-in-king-street-shooting-rochester-police-investigating</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3675cc91a8121cb98395a7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_7e6adda6a0994a268aca66320aae4b95~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_982,h_580,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rochester Jazz Fest Kicks Off with Huge Crowds and Massive Lineup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rochester Jazz Fest Kicks Off with Huge Crowds and Massive Lineup The Rochester International Jazz Festival is officially underway, bringing the usual incredible energy back to downtown. Nine days of live music across eighteen venues means the streets are packed and the local business community is feeling the major boost.   Nikki Hill already took the Jazz Street Stage and absolutely crushed it, delivering the exact kind of high energy, soul heavy rock and roll performance that sets the tone...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/rochester-jazz-fest-kicks-off-with-huge-crowds-and-massive-lineup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a367541a8977cb11dd52fd7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_16b92023e52f48be85000021b1e43330~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_707,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traffic Stop Escalates Into Violent Arrest on Avenue B After Suspect Strikes Officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A routine evening traffic stop in a northeast quadrant neighborhood quickly escalated into a violent confrontation on Monday, resulting in multiple criminal charges against a 23-year-old Rochester motorist and triggering a standard internal use-of-force investigation. The incident began at approximately 6:00 PM when Rochester Police Department patrol units pulled over a passenger vehicle in the 300 block of Avenue B, between Conkey Avenue and Hollenbeck Street, after observing the operator...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/traffic-stop-escalates-into-violent-arrest-on-avenue-b-after-suspect-strikes-officer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a495cc4826212f73ca396</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_c93570543b314084ac7e81c91ef47cfa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_595,h_365,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rochester Firefighters Battle Massive Five-Alarm Inferno at Lyell Avenue Pallet Factory]]></title><description><![CDATA[A devastating five-alarm inferno ripped through a commercial packaging facility on the city’s west side late Sunday evening, triggering a massive emergency response, heavy localized gridlock, and significant structural damage. The emergency began shortly after 11:00 PM when automated alarms and multiple emergency 911 calls alerted the Rochester Fire Department to a commercial structure fire at Pallet Express, located at 1069 Lyell Avenue near the intersection of Glide Street. Initial arriving...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/rochester-firefighters-battle-massive-five-alarm-inferno-at-lyell-avenue-pallet-factory</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a48d6f8e7e84c72c18572</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_ec2d3c189b65470693a7ddae626e03e6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_727,h_402,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[19th Ward Celebrates Historic 60th Anniversary of Annual Aberdeen Square Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of Southwest District residents and families flooded the green corridors of Aberdeen Square Park to take part in a milestone neighborhood tradition, celebrating the historic 60th anniversary of the annual 19th Ward Community Association Square Fair. The landmark gathering pulled out all the stops to commemorate six decades of neighborhood unity, transforming the open space into a vibrant festival grounds complete with family-friendly bounce houses, live musical performances, and a...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/19th-ward-celebrates-historic-60th-anniversary-of-annual-aberdeen-square-fair</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a47f0b2d71ad74fee7704</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_69688417485f4e9982df56a33f6e2150~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_735,h_406,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inaugural Flower Fest Lights Up High Falls to Celebrate 50 Years of the Iconic City Mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[The High Falls District was flooded with community pride and creative energy over the weekend as the City of Rochester hosted the first-ever Flower Fest, a special evening celebration marking the historic 50th anniversary of Rochester's iconic Flower City Mark. The free, open-air festival drew thousands of residents and families to the Pont de Rennes Bridge corridor. Attendees spent the evening browsing art displays and purchasing handmade goods from a wide lineup of local vendors and makers,...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/inaugural-flower-fest-lights-up-high-falls-to-celebrate-50-years-of-the-iconic-city-mark</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a4871b2d71ad74fee77f4</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_c0fda13046fe46cab54bee63268e5971~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_730,h_402,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magnolia Street Block Party Triumphs Over Mid-Event Permit Revocation to Celebrate 19th Ward Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[A historic community celebration in the 19th Ward successfully persevered through sudden bureaucratic hurdles on Friday afternoon, marking the first time in a decade that residents gathered for a massive neighborhood block party along Magnolia Street. The highly anticipated event, which ran from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, brought hundreds of area families together for an afternoon of unity, featuring free food, bounce houses, and an array of dedicated children's activities. The grassroots gathering...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/magnolia-street-block-party-triumphs-over-mid-event-permit-revocation-to-celebrate-19th-ward-communi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a47018ae4d2c74dd1b7e7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_5ff41b65300945f2b4f168114cd66808~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_731,h_407,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parcel 5 Flooded with Orange as City Partners with Roc Royal for Anti-Gun Violence Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Downtown’s Parcel 5 was transformed into a sea of vibrant orange as the local community organization Roc Royal partnered with the City of Rochester to host a massive public awareness event dedicated to gun violence prevention and neighborhood peace. The outdoor gathering, which ran from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, served as a centralized hub for local advocacy groups, community stakeholders, and families looking to challenge the rise of street violence. To support area residents, organizers packed...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/parcel-5-flooded-with-orange-as-city-partners-with-roc-royal-for-anti-gun-violence-event</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a47af8ae4d2c74dd1b956</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_e3f0c32b69df4de0bab6b6178eba9636~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_727,h_407,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dirt Bike Rider Seriously Injured in Collision Outside Blue Cross Arena]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dirt bike operator is recovering in stable condition at an area hospital after a severe afternoon collision with an automobile directly in front of the Blue Cross Arena in downtown Rochester. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 PM today at the busy intersection of Exchange Boulevard and West Broad Street. Rochester Police patrol units rushed to the scene following emergency 911 reports of a vehicle collision involving a motorcycle with a rider down. Upon arrival, responding officers...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/dirt-bike-rider-seriously-injured-in-collision-outside-blue-cross-arena</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a46b4c4826212f73c9e31</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_2632e94f80ab414a81bcb6b967daa805~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_728,h_407,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother Expresses Outrage After Family Court Rejects Emergency Custody Request Despite Abuse Allegations]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Rochester mother has taken her desperate fight to the public square, speaking out in an exclusive interview detailing a grueling, emotionally exhausting family court battle that she claims has left her young children in immediate physical danger. Jessenya Rodriguez Rivera came forward to share her ongoing legal struggle, expressing profound disillusionment with the localized judicial systems tasked with protecting vulnerable minors. According to Rodriguez Rivera, her children have been...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/mother-expresses-outrage-after-family-court-rejects-emergency-custody-request-despite-abuse-allegati</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a4642f8e7e84c72c18006</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_2fe3287f191d4be28cfe9340c753d786~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_731,h_407,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Crimes Unit Launches Homicide Probe After Missing Woman's Body Discovered Buried in Yates County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rochester Police Department Major Crimes Homicide Unit has launched a formal murder investigation following the grim discovery of a missing 29-year-old city woman found buried several feet underground on a rural property in Yates County. The investigation began when worried family members contacted law enforcement to report that they had not seen or heard from Majesty Montgomery for more than 24 hours. During initial interviews with the family and a preliminary check of her last known...]]></description><link>https://www.gslnewsnow.com/post/major-crimes-unit-launches-homicide-probe-after-missing-woman-s-body-discovered-buried-in-yates-coun</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a457fb34d9652f555de46</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/29384e_5f6531fa7f19402bb7edc49589510758~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_732,h_337,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Geoffery Rogers</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>