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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Warmest air of 2025 in WNY

2 days ago | 13wham.com | Mark McLean

Rochester, NY (WHAM) - It's been a while since WNY reached the upper 80s. Today's high temperature reached at least 87 degrees in Rochester. The last time the city had a high temperature higher than 85 degrees was on September 15th, 2024. For reference, the last time Rochester reached 90 degrees was on August 1st, 2024. The temperature reached 91 degrees on that date.
Conte's walk-off sends Kendall to state quarterfinal

2 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

by Paul Gotham for Pickin' SplintersWed, June 4th 2025 at 12:24 PMSammy Conte connected on a two-ball, two-strike pitch to score teammate Vinnie D'Agostino from second base, and Kendall walked off with a 5-4 victory over Geneseo in the Class C regional qualifier at Dwyer Stadium on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Bloomfield uses big sixth to clinch return to state quarterfinals

3 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Livonia, N.Y. — Calla McCombs nearly broke into a home run trot before she realized her celebration was a little premature. It didn’t matter, though, the junior catcher and her Bloomfield teammates took another step Monday night toward their ultimate goal. McCombs highlighted a four-run sixth inning with an RBI double, and the Bombers went on to defeat Bolivar-Richburg, 4-0 in the Class C state qualifier Monday at the Saunders Complex on the Livonia Central School District campus.
Judge denies defense lawyers' move to dismiss charges in Robert Brooks death case

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Jana DeCamilla

Utica, N.Y. (WRGB) — Three former correction officers from Marcy Correctional Facility were in court Tuesday, facing charges in the beating death of inmate Robert Brooks. Galliher's attorney claimed his client never struck Brooks and spent most of his time in the hallway during the assault. The attorney claimed false testimony from Sgt. Glenn Trombley was presented to the grand jury, which is the "only reason" Galliher was charged with the top charges of murder and manslaughter.
Rochester's Sister Grace Miller reflects on legacy while in hospice care

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Steven Pappas

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHAM) — Sister Grace Miller, a long-time advocate for the unhoused in Rochester, is in hospice care on Monday after being recently released from the hospital. Despite her declining health, Sister Grace remains in high spirits and is determined to return to her mission of helping those in need. "I've had trouble with my heart for years, but I guess it took a toll on me recently," said Sister Grace, founder of the House of Mercy and executive director of La Madonna Della Strada.
Rite Aid closures bring more concerns for Rochester pharmacy customers

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Lowell Rose |Daniel Finkelstein

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — For the second time in less than a year, a major pharmacy has announced closings in the Rochester area. It’s difficult news for Rite Aid employees and customers, with 12 stores closing for good across the Rochester-Finger Lakes region. "It's a huge impact because there's not many stores on this street," said Jose Gonzalez, who lives near the North Clinton Avenue location in Rochester.
Barbulean, Forney lead Mendon to Class A title

4 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Batavia, N.Y. — Tournament MVP Cameron Barbulean struck out 16 and hurled a three-hitter to lead top-seeded Pittsford Mendon (17-6) to the 2025 Section V Class A title with a 7-1 victory No. 7 Eastridge (14-10) Sunday at Dwyer Stadium. The senior left-hander retired the side on strikes in each of the first four innings and improved to 5-2 on the season. “When the lights are on, Cam is at his best,” said third-year Mendon head coach Shaun Caveny. “Big stage, big moments, Cam comes through for us.
Search ongoing to locate child who fell into Genesee River

5 days ago | 13wham.com | Daniel Finkelstein

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — A search is ongoing to locate a child who fell into the Genesee River Sunday afternoon. Around 4:40 p.m., officers responded to the Andrews Street bridge near North Water Street for a report of a child that entered the water. According to Rochester police captain Greg Bello, “The small child was walking with his mother that was pushing another child in a stroller, and the roughly 5-year-old child had gone ahead of the mother and began climbing on the railing,” said Bello.
Braun leads Kendall to C2 title

6 days ago | 13wham.com | Paul Gotham

Livonia, N.Y. — Kendall baseball had waited more than two decades for a sectional title, so what was a few more hours. Leading 5-0 when rain caused the suspension of play Friday night at Dwyer Stadium in Batavia, the Eagles made sure to keep their momentum when the contest resumed on Saturday. And Tournament MVP Gavin Braun didn't allow Genesee Valley/Belfast a chance to come back.
Webster Thomas edges rival Webster Schroeder for Class AA softball championship

6 days ago | 13wham.com | Bob Chavez

Brighton, N.Y. — It’s one thing to win a Section V championship. But to do it against your crosstown rival? The rival that beat you earlier this season? “It means a lot, especially to us seniors,” Webster Thomas pitcher Olivia Bowers said following a 2-1 victory over Webster Schroeder in Saturday’s Section V Class AA championship game at Monroe Community College.