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Police Arrest Man for Fatally Shooting His Former Roommate

New York

According to the Brighton Police Department, 23-year-old Maxwell Wyant is charged with second-degree murder. He is accused of fatally shooting 21-year-old Christopher Schoen with a shotgun inside his home. Authorities found Schoen's body outside the house.

Police Arrest Man for Fatally Shooting His Former Roommate

Updated 9:12 PM

Kodak to Phase Out Cameras

New York

It's what put the company on the map, but now Kodak is getting out of the business of making cameras. Many are not surprised by the bankrupt photo giant's latest move.

5:09 PM

Sealed Air Plant Closing, 180 Will Be Laid Off

New York

For the third day in a row, local workers were informed they're being laid off. Tuesday, it was Kodak, Wednesday Xerox, and Thursday it was Cryovac Sealed Air Corporation.

Updated 5:51 PM

Schools Warn Parents About Suspicious Men Approaching Girls

Several Wayne County school districts are contacting parents, letting them know about at least three incidents of strangers approaching young girls. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office, State Police and Greece Police Department are all investigating.

4:00 PM

Woman's Body Discovered in Car

Investigators say 24-year-old Alyce Huntoon was found inside a car in a parking lot on East Main Street around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. She was given emergency treatment and taken to a Batavia hospital where she was pronounced dead a short time later.

Updated 9:07 PM

Captain Fired from Sheriff's Office

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office has terminated a jail captain originally charged with raping an inmate. This comes as charges against Catherine McLaughlin were dropped.

Updated 7:33 PM

University of Rochester Honors Nora Bredes

Nora Bredes, who died back in August from breast cancer complications, was posthumously awarded the Susan B. Anthony Lifetime Achievement Award.

10:27 PM

Fatal crash closes Thruway lane for several hours

State Police are investigating a fatal crash on the Thruway that closed down a portion of westbound traffic for about 12 hours. YNN's Kaitlyn Lionti tells us more about the incident that killed one person and sent another to the hospital.

12:23 PM

County Judge Nominated for Federal Court Position

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday he is nominating Frank Geraci Jr. to serve as a judge on the United States District Court for Western New York.

3:46 PM

Gazebo Damaged by Fire

Firefighters in Penfield say it's the second time in the past year that someone's tried to burn down a gazebo on Courtshire Lane.

2:53 PM

Reed on Not Making Hall of Fame

Bills great Andre Reed was at the Buffalo Auto Show signing autographs Thursday evening. The wide receiver was understandably disappointed at not gaining enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame over the weekend.

7:43 PM

Sabres on Best Run Since Start of Season

The Sabres seem to have hit their stride, winning four out of five and earning nine out of a possible 10 points over that stretch. YNN's Andy Young has more with the club as they continue to fight an uphill battle on the way back to playoff contention.

5:38 PM

VOA Provides During Family Crisis

The holiday season reminds us to give the gift of caring! YNN is proud to sponsor the Volunteers of Americas Your Caring Gifts campaign.

VOA Provides Support for Families in Need

In this profile, we learn how the VOA is providing shelter to families in need.

VOA Helps Local Woman Turn Her Life Around

This week, YNN's Mary McCombs shares the story of a woman who turned her life around, thanks to the VOA.

Naples Pharmacy to Close

Naples Pharmacy is scheduled to close on February 15th. The pharmacy is located on South Main Street in the village of Naples.

4:20 PM

Closing USA Adding Jobs

Closing USA just moved into a new space and says it will hire some 100 new employees this year.

02/08/2012 02:00 PM

Recipe: Mediterranean Roasted Potato Salad

Roast some chicken or fish at the same time for a more complete meal!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Mediterranean Roasted Potato Salad

The Car Coach: The 2012 Ford F-350

The 2012 Ford F-350 Super Duty Crew Cab Diesel is a truck that can work and play with your family's needs. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, takes a closer look.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>The 2012 Ford F-350

Tone Up: Jacob's Ladder

If you want to treat yourself to sweet indulgences every now and then, you’ll need to burn them off! In today’s Tone Up, Marcie Fraser demonstrates how to use Jacob’s Ladder to torch calories.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Jacob's Ladder

Getaway Guy: AAA Hotel Getaways

The AAA 4-Diamond Awards for the best hotels in our area have been given out and here are the winners!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy: </em></span> AAA Hotel Getaways

Recipe: Whole Grain Pasta with Broccoli, Carrots and White Beans

Healthy and tasty....might just become a family favorite!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Whole Grain Pasta with Broccoli, Carrots and White Beans

Pet Pointers: Pet health insurance

Health insurance coverage for our families is a common topic of conversation these days that has also extended to our pets. Today we’ll learn more about pet health insurance in this edition of Pet Pointers.