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Lewiston man claims Niagara Falls industrial plant produced radioactive waste that resulted in wife’s death
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Lewiston man filed a lawsuit claiming an industrial plant in Niagara Falls produced radioactive waste that resulted in his wife’s death. She died from breast cancer two years ago. The lawsuit, filed in Niagara County Supreme Court, accused NL Industries of dispersing radioactive material throughout Niagara County. Authorities said they […]
Graphic designers create t-shirts to remember The Old Pink
News 4 has heard many stories from neighbors of the Old Pink, which burned down in an early morning fire Monday. Those stories have now inspired buffalo based graphic designers to get creative. 26 shirts and another local designer created purple and green apparel, to remember the Old Pink.
FeedMore WNY delivers meals, checks on residents in Niagara County during intense heat
NIAGARA FALLS N.Y. (WIVB) — With sizzling temperatures this week, one local organization is reminding people to check on the elderly neighbors. News 4 spoke with volunteers from FeedMore WNY as they were out delivering meals in the heat in Niagara Falls on Tuesday. Along with handing out meals, they were making sure people, especially […]
Jamestown woman sentenced to nine years for involvement in drug trafficking ring
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Jamestown woman was sentenced to serve nine years in prison Tuesday for her involvement in an alleged drug trafficking ring that occurred between 2018 and 2020, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. 31-year-old Kylie Reeves was convicted of conspiring to possess with intent to distribute, and distributing, 50 grams or […]
Gov. Hochul announces free admission to NYS parks this week
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday that all New York State Parks will have free admission this Wednesday and Thursday in an effort to protect New Yorkers against expected record temperatures. “Extreme heat can be dangerous for New Yorkers,” said Hochul. “And I’m doing everything I can to help families stay safe […]
Power companies, PSC prepping for heat wave
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Local power companies are preparing for the heat wave and the Public Service Commission, which regulates utility companies, is taking steps to protect the electric grid. The Public Service Commission said the combination of high energy use and high temperatures will put stress on the electrical grid, which can cause isolated […]
Robo-ump challenge system gets full go in Triple-A
NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball’s top minor leagues are switching to a challenge system full-time for their test of robot umpires. Major League Baseball has been experimenting with the automated ball-strike system in the minor leagues since 2019. It has been used at all Triple-A ballparks this year for the second straight season, the robot alone […]
Another Boeing Whistleblower steps forward ahead of CEO testimony
(WJET/WFXP) — Sen. Richard Blumenthal’s office announced on Tuesday that a current Boeing employee has come forward as a whistleblower just hours before Boeing’s CEO, David Calhoun, is set to begin his testimony on Capital Hill. Blumenthal’s office identified the employee as Sam Mohawk, a Quality Assurance inspector in Renton, Washington. Mohawk claims that Boeing […]
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