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Project Lifesaver helps bring peace of mind to families and caregivers of individuals living with cognitive conditions such as Autism, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Down Syndrome. Sheriff Baxter sits down with Deputies Priolo and Valvassori to discuss how the program works. Project Lifesaver is an important tool that, when combined with our K9 and Drone resources, helps deputies quickly and safely locate vulnerable individuals who may wander.

Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with two of our faith leaders who contract with the Sheriff's Office to offer spiritual guidance to incarcerated individuals who seek it. While there are several faith-based leaders, Sheriff speaks with Pastor Donald Stevens of the Baptist Ministers Alliance and Rabbi Ohr Zohar with Temple Sinai.

As we celebrate National Reentry Week 2026 beginning April 23rd, we want to recognize the Reentry Association of Western New York (RAWNY) and the great work they do to reintroduce incarcerated individuals into our community. Watch as Sheriff Baxter talks with RAWNY Executive Director Yari Rivera and Jermaine Jennings, a RAWNY success story. Reentry doesn't have to mean starting over alone. RAWNY connects people returning from incarceration with housing, jobs, healthcare, and community support—so they can build stable, thriving lives.

Handicap parking spaces are reserved for individuals with disabilities who rely on them for safe and accessible access to businesses, services, and daily activities. Parking in a handicap space without proper authorization can prevent someone from safely exiting and entering their vehicle. Watch as Sheriff Baxter sits down with Sgt. Mackin to talk about a parking detail Sgt. Mackin spearheaded to enforce handicap parking laws. We believe all individuals in our community should be treated with dignity, and fairness and their rights protected.

Our Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office assists our deputies with “eyes in the sky” to conduct aerial searches in the case of missing persons, wanted individuals, or critical incident scenes.  These “drones” are an asset to our agency in providing a bird’s eye view of a scene unfolding on the ground.   At the same time, we are developing our Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) and conducting a comprehensive study to ensure we are prepared to safely and effectively address emerging threats while protecting the public and critical infrastructure. Across the United States, drones have been used to smuggle contraband into correctional facilities, conduct surveillance of sensitive locations, disrupt emergency operations, and violate restricted airspace. For more on the C-UAS Executive Summary: bit.ly/4uS11Nl

MCSO is happy to partner again this year with Uniting & Healing Through Hope to support its 2026 Easter Food Drive and Boxing Extravaganza. The Easter Food Drive is in need of donated non-perishable items to help feed thousands of hungry individuals and families in our community. Together, we are able to provide nourishing meals to those in need during this season of spirituality. The drive is also in need of volunteers for the events. For more information on how you can support these causes visit: www.unitingthroughhope.com

These guys and gals are incredible at what they do - attending to and fixing, when necessary, the equipment and systems that make our jail tick on a daily basis 24/7. Their work also contributes greatly to the safety of the incarcerated individuals housed in the Monroe County Jail and all those who work inside. Listen in as Sheriff Baxter talks to two of our members who are integral parts of the process, MCSO Sgt. Mascho and Jim Matrachisia. Thank you to this team for all you do!

Sheriff Baxter sits down with Monroe County Legislature President Yversha Roman and Legislator Santos Cruz to discuss the current climate we are experiencing in our nation and here at home.We are working with our community to build relationships and develop trust in an effort to ease individuals who may be feeling anxious or unsafe. These conversations are already underway with our community leaders and many community groups to build and develop that trust, as well as to help answer any questions as it pertains to public safety.

Let's work together - it's been an exceptionally cold and snowy winter. MCSO and snow removal companies ask for your time, space and patience while we work to clear our roads and parking lots in an effort to keep our community safe and get you where you need to go. Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with Sean Fico of A.P. Enterprises to learn how we can help one another be safe this snowy season and share the road.

Learn about common scams and the ever-evolving tactics used by scammers to target seniors, and in some instances, rob them of their life savings. Sheriff Baxter sits down with Dan Lyon of Lifespan for some great advice for our viewer.Help is available. Call 9-1-1 to report a scam. Call Lifespan at 585-244-8400.For more info: http://lifespan-roch.org/scams-consumer-protection

We are excited to launch the SHIELD Program: Sheriff’s Initiative for Education and Leadership DevelopmentA vision in the making for a few years, this anti-poverty initiative aims to diversify our agency while encouraging our young people to serve their community in this noble profession.We are always looking to hire great public servants whose heart is in the mission. A test-product currently, the goal is to learn and make necessary improvements in an effort to open the opportunity up globally in the near future.For more information: [email protected]

Sheriff Baxter meets with registered nurses who speak on behalf of many health care workers who experience violence in the workplace from the very patients they are trying to help.

As we prepare to mark the 10th Anniversary of the Scotty B. Overdose Awareness event, watch as Sheriff Todd Baxter speaks with the mother of fatal overdose victim Scotty Baker. Becky Baker has been passionate about the opioid epidemic since losing her son to the disease on February 22, 2016. Also hear from another mother of a young man in recovery from substance abuse, Lisa Erne. Additionally, we hear first-hand about the road to recovery from Gary Harding, Co-founder and volunteer at Recovery Always. The Scotty B. Overdose Awareness event is Thursday, August 28, 2025; 3pm - 8pm at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Rochester, NY.

We are constantly looking for professional women and men to join our law enforcement teams. Recruitment is underway for both the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and the Rochester Police Department. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with MCSO Recruitment Deputy Tschorke and RPD Recruitment Officer Calderon to learn more about how you can join our teams!

NEW Quick Hit "Behind the Badge with MCSO" PodcastNYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) employees who may be looking for a new opportunity are finding a new beginning here at MCSO. Watch as Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter sits down with Deputy Champagne, who recently made the move. Learn what it takes to make a smooth transition, the opportunities available at MCSO, and the culture of our agency. Join Our Team: www.joinmcso.org