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Demonstrators in N.Y. call for college campuses to ban masks at protests
NEW YORK — Demonstrators in New York gathered Tuesday to call for college campuses to put a mask ban in place to better protect students during protests.Just a block from Columbia University, over a 100 pro-Israeli demonstrators came together to urge American colleges to ban face coverings during protests."They want to make us feel us unsafe, afraid and targeted simply because of our Jewish identify," one demonstrator said.This comes after the spring protests at Columbia where some pro-Palestinian demonstrators covered their faces and taunted Jewish students."Nobody thinks that the hatred will go away when we get rid of the masks,...
Warning: ‘Do Not Touch’ These Venomous New York Caterpillars
An eagle-eyed Hudson Valley hiker recently spotted one of the coolest caterpillars in New York State... then came the warnings. Caterpillars can be a touchy subject in New York. From the spongy moth caterpillar catastrophe earlier in the summer to the fickle weather predictions of the woolly bear caterpillar, these little insects can cause quite a fuss. Some, however, can be dangerous.
Multiple “Big Money” Mega Million Winners In New York
Last night's Mega Millions drawing turned out to be VERY lucky for some lottery players in New York State. READ MORE: BIG MONEY WINNING POWERBALL TICKET SOLD IN NEW YORK ON MONDAY NIGHT. The New York State Lottery announced that there were four "Big Money" winning tickets sold in New...
Disabilities Beat: How can LGBTQ+ Pride festivals be more accessible? A look at Toronto
Warm weather and sunny skies make summer the perfect time to go to festivals in Western New York and Southern Ontario. But for people with disabilities, festivals are sometimes set up in a way that is difficult to navigate, overstimulating or inaccessible. . WBFO’s Grant Ashley took a deep...
Women's Soccer Returns to the Pitch Thursday at Canisius
The Youngstown State women's soccer team (1-1-1) returns to the pitch to visit Canisius, Thursday, Aug. 29. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. at in Buffalo, N.Y. and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Series. This is the 16th meeting between Youngstown State and Canisius in a series...
Daytime Buffalo: Aug. 28, 2024
Happy Hump-Day! Take a look at all of our guests today!. Chef’s event presented by Power of the Pack, to support Ronald McDonald House Charities. Chef Emily shows us how to make Instant Gnocchi | Sponsored by NFCI. UBMD Physician’s Group encourages annual check-ups before back-to-school | Sponsored.
Buffalo Public Schools superintendent delivers 2024 'State of the Schools' address ahead of students returning next week
Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight spoke predominantly to the successes of last school year in her 2024 “State of the Schools” address on Wednesday at SUNY Buffalo State. Read more from WBEN:
Falling In Reverse at Darien Lake Amphitheater: Where to buy tickets
Falling In Reverse is bringing their tour, “The Popular Monstour II: World Domination,” to the Darien Lake Amphitheater, about 30 miles east of Buffalo, on Tuesday, September 10. The concert starts at 5:45 p.m., with special guests The Black Veil Brides, Dance Gavin Dance, Tech N9Ne and Jeris Johnson also making appearances.
North Park Theatre begins fundraising campaign to upgrade projector
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The North Park Theatre is asking for public support for its fundraising campaign to purchase a 4K laser projector. According to the theater, the current 10-plus-year-old digital projector is set to expire soon. Although North Park Theatre is close to its fundraising goal for a replacement projector, it is looking for something better.
Judge overturns firing of pepper-spraying cop
Ruling determined that the arbitrator didn't consider testimony of witnesses, including one who teaches use-of-force techniques, when ruling that the city was justified in firing the officer. Warning: This video contains graphic content. On March 25, 2020, Buffalo police officer Kevin Murphy pepper-sprayed and arrested Lakisha Neal. Viewer discretion is...
New DEA laboratory will quicken drug evidence analysis in New England
Expected to quicken the region’s ability to analyze drug evidence and respond to emerging threats, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has broken ground on a new, state-of-the-art laboratory for New England investigations. Located in Londonderry, New Hampshire, the facility will be the eighth regional DEA laboratory specializing in drug...
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