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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Five years later, New Yorkers adapt to state's plastic bag ban

2 days ago | 13wham.com | Matt Molloy

Greece, N.Y. (WHAM) — It was a controversial conversation at grocery store checkouts across the state. "It was scary at first," said Yvonne Currie. "I was a little upset, because mainly when I take walks with my dog," said Mary Rossi. "I was like 'I’m cool with it,'" said Victoria Hall. New York state’s 2020 ban on plastic bags was an effort to address the environmental impacts of plastic waste.
Welker hurls Olympia/Odyssey to fourth straight win

5 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Greece, N.Y. — Curtis Welker tossed a complete game, and host Greece Olympia/Odyssey (5-3) defeated School of the Arts, 6-2 in non-league action on Friday. The senior right-hander improved to 2-1 and went the distance for the third time this season. "I was throwing strikes, and I really trusted my defense," he said. "They’re going to make plays.
Gates Chili uses big fourth for bounce-back win

6 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Greece, N.Y. — Earlier in the week, Gates Chili baseball fell victim to a late-inning rally. Dean Dingee's squad didn't let a replay of those events occur on Thursday afternoon. The Spartans sent 13 to the plate in an eight-run fourth inning on the way to a 10-3 victory over host Greece Arcadia. "We've been taking a small-ball approach, and the kids have really bought into it" Dingee said.
Will compliance report regarding Ontario County DA's courtroom party have implications?

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Lowell Rose

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — It’s been one week since 13WHAM obtained an internal compliance report from Ontario County regarding the 2024 Election Day party at the courthouse known as “Fall Fest.”The event was hosted by the county's district attorney’s office, lasting much of the workday, and raising a ton of questions.
Milestones aplenty: Beach, Miles and Reina eclipse career plateaus

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

One reached a milestone in what is to be his final season in the dugout. Another climbed the top of the New York State High School mountain, and still another added to his already successful career. In a less than 72-hour span Justin Beach (Brockport State), Dennie Miles (Genesee Valley-Belfast) and Joe Reina (University of Rochester) each made history. Beach won his 400th game as skipper of the Golden Eagles.
Lollypop Farms assures 'abandoned puppies are doing well'

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Karen Edwards

TOPICS:PuppiesRochesterRescueAbandonedLollypop FarmAdoptionGood SamaritanCARERochester, N.Y. — We have new details on the four puppies found abandoned next to a dumpster in Rochester in critical condition. Now, about three weeks later, they're doing much better. "They are just starting to play so they are a lot of fun," said Sue Dusett, Lollypop Farm's foster care supervisor. The puppies, a girl and three boys, were brought back from the brink thanks to a good Samaritan getting them to Lollypop.
Former employee and challenger to Ontario County DA speaks on courthouse party

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Lowell Rose

The compliance report, obtained by 13WHAM, found that employees consumed alcohol inside a courtroom, sang karaoke, and left work early to visit a cidery. The report also described elaborate decorations, including one office made to resemble a strip club, with some employees reportedly dressing as strippers, Hannibal Lecter, and characters from musicals. Jason MacBride, a former prosecutor and current primary candidate for Ontario County District Attorney, expressed shock at the findings.
How to successfully negotiate real estate commissions

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Jeff Ostrowski

Key takeawaysGovernment-backed loans like FHA, VA, and USDA loans, often touted easier to get, actually have higher denial rates than conventional loans. Government loans do offer lower down payment and credit score criteria. However, lender-imposed overlays, lengthy applications and more rigorous inspections or appraisals can make actually closing on a government-backed loan harder.
Local doctor and his family killed in plane crash in Columbia County

1 week ago | 13wham.com | Daniel Finkelstein

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — A Rochester doctor and his family were among six people killed in a plane crash in Columbia County Saturday. The plane crash happened in Copake, about 50 miles southeast of Albany. Dr. Michael Groff is among his six reported victims; Rochester Regional describes him as a highly respected neurosurgeon.
J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge to support nonprofit dedicated to aiding student success

1 week ago | 13wham.com

Rochester, N.Y. People participating in this year's J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge will be running for student success.