WHAM-TV (Rochester, NY)

WHAM is a television station located in New York and is affiliated with ABC. It is owned and operated by Deerfield Media, Inc. and receives some services from a partnership with Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is among the largest and most varied television broadcasting firms in the nation. After recent deals, Sinclair manages, programs, or offers sales support to 163 television stations across 77 different markets. Their television network reaches about 38.7% of households in the United States and includes affiliations with networks like FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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Nurses union raised concern about staffing at Rochester General Hospital

1 day ago | 13wham.com | Lowell Rose

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Nurses at Rochester General Hospital are sounding the alarm on staffing levels. The union tells 13WHAM the hospital still needs hundreds of nurses, and feels leaders are not doing enough.
Credit card balances fell in Q1 2025, but borrowers aren’t out of the woods yet

1 day ago | 13wham.com | Ted Rossman

You’ve likely heard that the only certainties in life are death and taxes. Or that April showers bring May flowers. Here’s another truism to add to that list: Credit card balances don’t rise in the first quarter of the year. That was once again true in 2025, as balances fell to $1.18 trillion in Q1, down $29 billion (2.4 percent) from Q4 2024, according to the New York Fed. Over the past 22 years, credit card balances fell from Q4 to Q1 on 21 occasions, and they were flat once (in 2023).
Avelo Airlines kicks off deportation flights for ICE from Arizona

1 day ago | 13wham.com | Alexx Altman-Devilbiss

The Houston-based low-cost carrier said it would charter flights from Mesa Gateway Airport in Arizona, utilizing three Boeing 737-800 aircraft in collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Andrew Levy, Avelo's founder and chief executive, stated that the agreement to work for ICE would help the company expand and protect jobs. “We realize this is a sensitive and complicated topic,” he said.
Trump signs executive order to slash prescription drug prices

2 days ago | 13wham.com | Steven Pappas

IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y.— President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday aimed at reducing prescription drug prices by as much as 80 percent. The order targets a broad range of drugs and prices in the commercial market, including Medicare and Medicaid. Dave Seelman, owner of Irondequoit Pharmacy, expressed skepticism about the impact on consumers. "Patients don't really see the cost of prescription drugs right here at my cash register.
Ukraine and allies urge Putin to commit to a 30-day ceasefire or face new sanctions

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Samya Kullab |Illia Novikov

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Leaders from four major European countries threatened to ratchet up pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin if he does not accept an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine that they offered on Saturday in a strong show of unity with Kyiv. The leaders of France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Poland said their proposal for a ceasefire to start on Monday was supported by U.S. President Donald Trump, whom they had briefed over the phone earlier in the day.
Most Americans disapprove of Trump's treatment of colleges, a new AP-NORC poll finds

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Jocelyn Gecker |Linley Sanders

WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of U.S. adults disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of issues related to colleges and universities, according to a new poll, as his administration ramps up threats to cut federal funding unless schools comply with his political agenda.
Brock, Hileman lead MCC to Game 1 win

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Brighton, N.Y. — Evan Brock (Rush-Henrietta) connected on a bases-clearing double that proved to be the game winner as host Monroe Community College defeated UConn-Avery Point, 5-1 in Game 1 of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II East Sub-District series, Friday from Tribune Field. Brock sent a 2-2 pitch into right field that touched just inside the foul line.
Timeline uncertain as Steuben County works to mitigate future flood damage

5 days ago | 13wham.com | Daniel Finkelstein

Canisteo, N.Y. (WHAM) — Heavy rains this week have put Steuben County residents on high alert, as memories of last fall's devastating flooding from remnants of Tropical Storm Debby linger. Officials are engaged in a years-long process to restore the region and prevent future damage, though the timeline and cost remain uncertain. Tom Merring captured video of flash floods rushing down Orchard Street in Canisteo earlier this week.
'It's very disheartening': Geneva mayor speaks out amid turmoil in police department

5 days ago | 13wham.com | Steven Pappas

Geneva, N.Y. (WHAM) — The City of Geneva is grappling with a crisis in its police department following the resignation of a 13-year veteran officer and the administrative leave of two others. Mayor Steve Valentino addressed the community's concerns after Officer Michael Tapscott resigned earlier this week following his arrest on charges of selling drugs and official misconduct. "Everybody in that police department works hard.
From the Ground Up: Update on the seed tray for our new garden

5 days ago | 13wham.com | Mark McLean

Rochester, NY (WHAM) - We started flowers and veggies in a seed tray this Spring to get a head start on the growing season. The seed tray has some lettuce, onions, tomatoes, carrots, and even some marigolds. We're seeing some decent progress in the 2-3 weeks since the seeds were planted. The plant tray has been growing in the greenhouse at the Garden Factory in Gates. The sprouts will be transplanted into our raised garden bed at 13WHAM-TV when the construction of the garden is finished.