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Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
Trump slams New York governor’s speech at DNC: ‘Nastiest speaker’
Former President Trump ripped into New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) on Wednesday, calling her the “nastiest speaker” at this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago, after she slammed him as a “fraud” in her speech Monday. “Kathy Hochul, the very unpopular Governor of New York, was the nastiest speaker on Monday evening (at the…
Walmart store in Upstate NY changes self-checkout policy amid theft concerns
GLENMONT — As part of a national trend, a Walmart store in Upstate New York is limiting the the use of self-checkout lanes in most instances to shoppers who are buying 15 or fewer items. Those buying more items at the Glenmont (Albany County) location will have to go through traditional lanes where store clerks will check them out.
Cheektowaga Police looking for missing 24-year-old
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. — The Cheektowaga Police are looking for the community's help in locating 24-year-old Alexander Kitowski. Alexander was last seen on Monday, August 19 in the area of George Urban in Cheektowaga. Friends are concerned for his welfare, and believe that he could be having a mental health crisis.
Day 1 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — 2024 is now the Year of the Goat. At least it is at the New York State Fair. Welcome back, everyone, for what’s sure to be another exciting 13 days of music, food (and drink) and fun. And don’t forget the agriculture. One of...
Schumer serves up bold prediction: ‘We’re going to hold the Senate again’
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) declared Democrats would hold the Senate in an energetic speech before the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night. “We’re going to hold the Senate again, and we’re poised to pick up seats,” Schumer said, mentioning the last election cycle when Democrats prevented a “red wave” in the upper chamber […]
Feds Seize Popular Sports Streaming Site Used by New Yorkers
A major streaming site that boasted over 15 million monthly visitors had its domain abruptly seized by Homeland Security. If you're a sports fan, chances are you've heard of the name Streameast. The website let fans watch live games for free, allowing them to bypass monthly subscription fees or paywalls.
What to know as REAL ID requirements go into effect less than nine months from now
A federal initiative years in the making and pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic is set to take full effect in less than nine months. One local county clerk is advising residents to be ready when the requirements take effect. More from WBEN:
West Seneca intersection reopens following crash that involved a pedestrian
WEST SENECA, N.Y. — West Seneca Police on Wednesday evening responded to a crash that involved a pedestrian. The crash happened some time around 6 p.m. at the intersection of Union Road and Indian Church Road. Police called it a "serious injury accident" in a social media post, urging people to avoid the area as the Accident Investigation Unit worked the scene.
Highway that divided city in New York set to be demolished
When Interstate 81 was built in the 1960s, it sliced right through Syracuse's Pioneer Homes — one of the nation's oldest public housing communities, which had been built some three decades earlier. But in a few years, the government is set to level a mile and a half of the highway and reconnect a neighborhood.Bishop Bernard Alex's church is just a few miles from Syracuse, where he grew up. He says the highway stretch of I-81 sits over where people from his hometown used to plant gardens. "You took away a thriving, vibrant community," he said "You took away the hope...
Call 4 Action: Maintenance concerns at home in West Seneca
WEST SENECA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Officials in the Town of West Seneca say there have been numerous calls and concerns for years about the maintenance of a home on Dwyer Street. Residents there say the conditions are impacting their lives and they’re calling for action. WIVB News 4’s Call 4 Action hotline got a call […]
Elma woman gets probation in fatal hit and run crash
BUFFALO, N.Y. — An Elma woman who admitted to leaving the scene of a fatal pedestrian accident was sentenced to probation. Stephanie R. Kollatz, 37, was sentenced for leaving the scene of an incident resulting in death on Wednesday before Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case to five years of probation. In addition to probation, Kollatz is ordered to pay a $2,000 fine and her New York State driver’s license is revoked for one year.
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