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Hundreds protest Florida teen's death

Hundreds protest Florida teen's death

The death of Trayvon Martin has people in Rochester and nationwide speaking their minds against needless violence. 

Sunday, Rochesterians joined the "1,000,000 Hoodie March" in honor of Florida teen Trayvon Martin, who was shot and killed in Sanford, Florida on Feb.

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Occupy Rochester considers leaving 24-hour encampment

Today Occupy Rochester will consider leaving its 24-hour a day encampment in Washington Square Park.

A group spokesperson says on Friday night, the camp was destroyed, with tent poles snapped and shelters brought to the ground, while Occupiers had left the scene. Earlier in the week, a small fire broke out.

Now, the group will consider if it's worth staying at the given safety issues and funding considerations. Washington Square Park would still be the main meet-up point for general assembly meetings and other rallies, but the presence would not be 24 hours. 

Meanwhile, a court decision is pending on whether or not the Occupiers have a right to stay in the park at all. 

Keeping Hope Strong for "Miracle Kid"

Keeping Hope Strong for "Miracle Kid"

Mason Mitchell was a "Miracle Kid" back in 2008. News10NBC caught up with Mason and his family on Saturday.

Mason was diagnosed with a rare hole in his diaphragm that allowed his organs to drift up to his chest. He had a 50/50 chance of living but after 11 surgeries and now he is living life as a regular four-year-old boy.

His last surgery was about a year and a half ago he and his family are not expecting anymore surgeries. His mother says that may change one day but they are always open to any new medical procedures that will improve his health.

His family made it their mission to give back to the place that helped save Mason's life.

Mason’s parents started this fundraiser in hopes of raising $1,000. But, five years later, they've raised over $60,000 for the Golisano Children's Hospital.

Friends and family gathered at a local coffee shop on the RIT campus Saturday afternoon for this year's benefit.

Annual Finger Lakes International Wine Competition held this weekend

More than 750 wineries will compete for top honors at an international wine competition held in Rochester this weekend. 

Camp Good Days and Special Times hosts the 12th Annual Finger Lakes International Wine Competition at the Rochester Plaza Hotel this Saturday and Sunday.

More than 3,100 wines have been entered in the competition, with entries coming from 22 countries, 49 states and five Canadian provinces. New York state wineries are strongly represented with 109 wineries  participating.

Each wine is tasted and scored in a blind tasting by a panel of international judges, examined for presence, balance and varietal character. Medals are awarded for unanimous Double Gold, Gold, Silver and Bronze wines.

Man stabbed on Clifton Street

A 19-year-old Rochester man was stabbed in the torso last night, according to Rochester police .

Police say they responded to the 100-block of Clifton Street just after midnight. They say there was a large party in the area, and the stabbing occurred either at the party or shortly after. 

The victim was transported to St.Mary's Hospital, then transferred to Strong Memorial Hospital for subsequent treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police are still investigating the incident, and do not have any suspects at this time.

A 19-year-old Rochester man was stabbed in the torso last night, according to Rochester police. Pol

Driver flees scene after hitting, flipping parked car

Rochester police say a driver fled the scene after striking two parked cars at the intersection of Thurston Road and Flanders Street, causing one to flip over.

Officers responded to the scene around 11:15 p.m. last night. They say it appeared that the vehicle sideswiped two parked cars, flipping one onto its side.

One person was sitting in the other vehicle, but did not require hospitalization to treat a minor injury caused by the crash.

Police say the cause of the crash is still under investigation, and no arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.

Body discovered in river at RG&E substation

Rochester police have not identified a body found in the river at the RG&E plant on Commercial Street last night. 

Police said an RG&E representative discovered a body snagged on some debris at the substation, responding to the scene around 11:20 p.m. 

Firefighters from the Rochester Fire Department were able to remove the body, which was turned over to the Monroe County Medical Examiner. 

No identification has been made at this time, according to information from the Rochester Police Department, and it was not immediately clear how the body got in the water, or how long it had been there.