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“Big Money” Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In New York
Someone in New York got lucky last night with the Powerball drawing. The New York State Lottery announced that one "Big Money" winning ticket was sold in the state from Monday Night's Powerball drawing. The ticket took home the 3rd place prize of $50,000 after it matched four out of...
These Capital Region schools are going phone-free
Several school districts in the Capital Region are changing their policies to restrict cell phones for students during the school day. As many districts have said, this will allow for a more focused, educational experience in the classroom.
Capital Region restaurant inspections: August 12-16
These are the inspections from August 12 to 16 reported by the NYSDOH divided up by critical violations, non-critical violations, and no violations. You can find a list of all restaurant inspections for the last several years on the NYSDOH website.
National Grid is About to Raise Your Gas Bill to Cover $5 Billion in Infrastructure Projects
The rate increase, National Grid argues, is necessary for maintaining service as safe and reliable for customers. But environmentalists question adding gas hookups and revamping the system when New York is supposed to be phasing out polluting fossil fuels, as mandated by the state’s landmark climate law. Shauria Rivera...
Sting operation for flavored tobacco vapes
Flavored tobacco vapes were outlawed in New York back in 2020. So, why are New Yorkers still able to get the vapes? NEWS 10 goes on a sting operation with one Capital Region Sheriff’s office to learn more about the efforts that are being taken there.
New York State Has Billions In Unclaimed Funds
New York State has billions of dollars in unclaimed funds and some of that money could be yours. Currently, the state has over $19 billion dollars in unclaimed funds and they are looking to give ti back to the rightful owners. On average, New York State returns around $1.5 million...
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
Emergency Declaration Issued For 18 Upstate New York Counties
An "emergency declaration" was just issued to help 18 counties in New York "recover and rebuild." New York Gov. Kathy Hochul told the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to issue an "emergency declaration" in nearly 20 counties across New York State. Governor Hochul Directs Department Of Environmental Conservation...
Buffalo Bills Sign A New Quarterback
Even though the Buffalo Bills scraped by with a 9-3 preseason win against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night, they didn’t come out of it unscathed. Injuries have been plaguing the Bills since training camp wrapped up a couple of weeks ago, and it understandably makes fans nervous. The Bills suffered a huge blow when Matt Milano, who spent the majority of last season rehabbing a broken leg, tore his bicep in practice and was put on injured reserve indefinitely.
House fire destroys neighboring home on homeowner's birthday in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Devastating and hurt are just two words to describe how Terry Potter and his family feel after losing everything. Early Saturday, a three-alarm fire at a vacant home on Connecticut Street spread to their home. Potter and his wife Lynda managed to get out alive. The...
'The stuff that's killing people': Salamanca mothers express concerns about drug abuse to law enforcement
SALAMANCA, N.Y. (WKBW) — There is a growing concern over the illegal drug trade in Salamanca and members of a group called Seneca and Salamanca Mothers Against Drugs, or SSMAD, are taking matters into their own hands. Members of SSMAD said that certain homes in the city are being...
More Information Coming Out About Jamestown’s Request For Investigation Into Former City Court Judge
More information is coming out about a City resolution that requests the State Comptroller investigate a former City Court Judge for illegally receiving city retiree benefits. According to the city of Jamestown, retired City Court Judge Fred Larson entered into an illegal agreement with former Mayor Eddie Sundquist “…in which he and his wife obtained City of Jamestown dental insurance, which he was not entitled to as he was never a City employee.”
'Stuff Your Stanley' ice cream event in Hamburg
HAMBURG, N.Y. — A Hamburg Ice Cream Shop is hosting the perfect event for those with Stanley cups. Happening on Monday, August 26 at 2 p.m. people will be able to 'Stuff Your Stanley' at Amsdell Ice Cream. What exactly does that mean? Well, anyone with a Stanley or...
'I couldn't believe it': Gene Simmons surprises KISS fans at Tops in Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — When you're at the grocery store on a Sunday, the last thing you think will happen is a surprise visit from rock legend Gene Simmons, but that's what happened for one father-son duo. "I couldn't believe it..it was shock, I mean I saw him,...
SPOILER: The 2024 NYS Fair butter sculpture has been revealed
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s the big reveal of one of the most iconic attractions of the New York State Fair, the butter sculpture! More than 800 lbs. of butter was delivered to the fairgrounds. Then, sculptors Jim Victor and Marie Pelton began crafting and carving. The finished product was revealed at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday […]
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