

Gunpoint car theft prompts 10 mile chase from city to Ogden, three people in custody
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Three people are in custody after a police chase overnight that started on Lyell Avenue in Rochester and ended around 10 miles away in Ogden. GSL News has obtained exclusive video footage showing the stolen vehicle traveling rapidly fast during the high-speed pursuit. Rochester Police say the car they were chasing was recently stolen at gunpoint on Selye Terrace off Dewey Avenue. Officers say they tried to pull over the car around 10:50 p.m. because it match


Multiple agencies swarm Genesee Street after daytime shooting leaves at least one injured
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A massive law enforcement response is currently active on Rochester's southwest side following a violent daytime shooting that has left two people injured, with one victim fighting for his life. At approximately 5:30 PM, the Rochester Police Department, alongside multiple surrounding law enforcement agencies, rushed to the 800 block of Genesee Street near Monica Street after receiving urgent reports of a barrage of gunfire and someone struck. First responder


LATE-NIGHT SHOOTING UNDER INVESTIGATION ON S. PLYMOUTH AVENUE
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Police are investigating a late-night shooting that left one woman 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


HOOD 2 HOOD TOURNAMENT BREAKS BARRIERS EVERY SUNDAY AT BADEN PARK
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, a


Second-Alarm Fire Tears Through Building on Burrows Street
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


Chaos at Closed Lyell Ave Family Dollar After Break-In and Fight Over Discarded Goods
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 an


"THEY'RE TRYING TO BURN IT DOWN": Owner Despairs After Three Arson Attacks Target Francis Street Remodel in Rochester
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 nig


Multi-Agency Coordination Safely Ends Dangerous Chase on Lyell Avenue
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 vehicle


Parolee on GPS Monitoring Charged with Murder Following Fatal St. Paul Street Bar Stabbing
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.


Hometown Magic: Danielle Ponder Stuns Thousands at Rochester Juneteenth Festival with Exclusive New Music
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, unforgettabl
