Brian Sharp
Investigations and enterprise editorBrian Sharp is WXXI's investigations and enterprise editor. He also reports on business and development in the area. He has been covering Rochester since 2005. His journalism career spans nearly three decades.
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The hub was part of a major expansion by lithium-ion battery recycler Li-Cycle, and was once a jewel of regional economic development efforts.
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The project provides a look inside how businesses are responding to President Donald Trump's tariffs locally and globally.
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Multiple court filings had noted the hub could be “excluded" from the final deal. At last estimate, the facility still required $487 million to be completed.
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ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections" on 8/6/25, guest host Brian Sharp and his panel discuss Seneca Nation's purchase of the Rochester Knighthawks.
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ConnectionsDuring "Connections" on 08/06/25, guest host Brian Sharp and his panel discuss Seneca Nation's purchase of the Rochester Knighthawks. Then, a rebroadcast of our talk on Tiki culture in Rochester.
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The Seneca Nation announced its purchase of the team Tuesday, calling "a new day for lacrosse in Rochester."
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He arrives at a time when federal cuts are spreading uncertainty to all corners of public media. But Sáenz said he sees opportunity in the moment.
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The timing of her departure likely means that Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, will be able to name an interim replacement, with the election to be held next year. That’s the reading of the local Board of Elections.
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Rochester was the first Catholic diocese in the state to file for bankruptcy protection in 2019, facing dozens of lawsuits related to the alleged sexual abuse by clergy.