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Sergio Cruel

Rochester

Morning Reporter at Spectrum News Rochester

🎥Morning reporter for Spectrum News 1. (@specnews1roc)

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  • 1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Sergio Cruel

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As summer approaches, cities across the country — including Rochester — are preparing for what has become a predictable, yet preventable trend: a seasonal uptick in violence.  From longer daylight hours to larger public gatherings, both police and community leaders are working to stay ahead of potential issues, especially among youth.

  • 1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Sergio Cruel

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Being a jockey takes grit and razor-sharp focus — but for women in the sport, it also means breaking barriers. Jacqueline Davis was born into the racing world. “So my dad's name is Robbie Davis. My dad was a very, very elite jockey in this country. And so I grew ... I was born into it,” said Davis. “Chris McCarron, who's another jockey who's a Hall of Fame rider, decided to start up a jockey school.

  • 1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Sergio Cruel

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Nearly one in three women in the U.S. will experience domestic violence in their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For women who have felt trapped, silenced or afraid, Chelsea Beaumont’s story is a reminder that survival is possible. Like many young girls, Beaumont once dreamed of a fairy tale — a white dress, a warm home and a love that felt safe. And for a while, it looked like she had found it — until slowly, the story began to change.

  • 2 months ago | baynews9.com | Sergio Cruel

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Tens of thousands of visitors from around the country will descend on Rochester this weekend for a festival celebrating creativity and innovation. Imagine RIT is taking place on the Rochester Institute of Technology campus and it kicks off this Saturday.  I was at Rochester Institute of Technology previewing “Imagine RIT”, which showcases super smart students inventions. Full showcase Saturday April 26,2025 10am- 5pm. They are out here changing the world..

  • 2 months ago | mynews13.com | Sergio Cruel

    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Small businesses drive the American economy — and in 2023, a record-breaking 5.5 million new businesses were launched, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But for many new business owners, the biggest challenge isn't coming up with the idea, it's figuring out how to fund it. Inside her studio, Halligan Creative Arts Therapy, every color carries meaning. Shannon Halligan helps clients heal through creativity — one piece of art at a time.

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Sergio Cruel
Sergio Cruel @SergioCrueltv
9 Jun 25

This weeks Victims & Survivors, I spoke with Capt. Frank Umbrino with the Rochester PD about how they investigate mass shootings. I also spoke with someone who loss their mother in the Buffalo shooting at Tops supermarket. Full story tonight at 5pm. @SPECNews1ROC https://t.co/vXeAG7Cbro

Sergio Cruel
Sergio Cruel @SergioCrueltv
2 Jun 25

We are on-scene this morning at the Andrews St bridge, following up on the 5 yr old boy who fell into the Genesee River Sunday evening. Live coverage all morning on @SPECNews1ROC. https://t.co/peErtGY1c9

Sergio Cruel
Sergio Cruel @SergioCrueltv
1 Jun 25

Rochester saw 476 shootings with injuries last year—despite statewide declines. I sat down with Mayor Evans and Capt. Bello for my Victims & Survivors series to talk about what’s being done to fight gun violence. #Rochester #GunViolence #VictimsAndSurvivors https://t.co/snF7oyhWzq