Mikhaela Singleton
Morning Edition host and multimedia journalistMikhaela Singleton is Morning Edition host and a multimedia journalist for WXXI News. She has spent more than a decade in media, previously working in television as the morning show host at WROC and reporting for multiple communities around the nation.
In 2019, Mikhaela earned the Georgia Association of Broadcasters Best News Story merit award, and in 2018, she was honored by the Georgia Commission on Family Violence with its Responsible Coverage award.
Mikhaela identifies herself as a “foodie” — constantly cooking new things and tasting Rochester’s amazing food culture. She loves reading, crafting, animals, and enjoying these hobbies outside the sunshine (when we have some)!
Contact her at msingleton@wxxi.org.
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In today's top headlines:A social media video showing a combative arrest now prompts a review of Rochester police officers and their use of force.New York eases its alcohol restrictions so soccer fans can eat, drink, and be merry for the FIFA World Cup.Young men hit the court this summer to promote peace and share a love of basketball. -
A bomb threat forced an evacuation at Eastview Mall Monday night.The Ontario County Sheriff's Office dispatch confirmed the call came in just before 6:15 p.m. The mall was evacuated out of an abundance of caution.After a thorough sweep, first responders found no bomb or other threat to the public. The mall still closed early. -
In today's top headlines:A fake bomb threat sends patrons rushing out of a local mall.Rochester's mental health and substance abuse crisis team gets a financial boost to expand services.FIFA finds its way to Rochester as the city plans a celebration to support Team USA.
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Rochester firefighters rushed to respond to a five alarm fire late Sunday night at the Pallet Express on Lyell Avenue near Glide Street. -
In today's top headlines:A deadly house fire claims two in Irondequoit.Local leaders respond to a summer full of fighting at major events.A Rochester man shares how he learned to speak up for himself and others through the stigma he faced as a Black man with disabilities.
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In today's headlines:Rochester City School District prepares to pay up millions to teachers who went without for months.The head of Rochester-based Regional Transit Service talks about the financial weight lifted from upstate transit agencies, thanks to additions in the state budget.A life-saving surgery also marks a major milestone for University of Rochester Medicine.
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In today's top headlines:A woman killed in the city, then her body somehow ends up more than 50 miles away in the Finger Lakes. Police investigate the homicide.A woman sues local hospitals claiming she was pushed into procedures she didn't understand because she wasn't given a sign language interpreter.Lawmakers can't agree on how to stop overpriced ticket resellers.
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In today's headlines:It's back to the voting booths for a local school district that failed its first try at a budget.New York lawmakers square up to fight over re-drawing congressional district lines.A Rochester man gains some social media love by bringing the gym to you in your neighborhoods.
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In today's headlines:Rochester's Police Accountability Board faces setback after setback—leading community members to question if it lives up to its purpose.Gun violence is down in the city, but a violence prevention counselor warns that now is not the time to rest on laurels.As the school year comes to a close, educators review New York's bell-to-bell cell phone ban.
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In today's top headlines: Lawmakers rush to wrap up this year's session in Albany, Foodlink expanding its school food pantry network around Greater Rochester, and the largest operating steam locomotive in the world will soon chug its way through our area.
