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Who signed off on Buffalo hiring a local political donor accused of federal crimes?
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – News 4 is learning more about how and why the City of Buffalo hired a local political donor who has been charged with federal crimes such as money laundering and wire fraud. It’s a story we first told you about and have been staying on top of for months. Back in […]
Expert in police use of force describes how investigation will likely play out in officer-involved fatal shooting
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A retired police officer and expert of police use of force reacts to bodycam video, describing how he thinks the investigation will play out in a fatal Wednesday shooting on Kensington Ave. Jerry Rodriguez is a retired police captain who also studies police tactics and use of force. He worries for […]
Mental Health 4 You: Special report on the mental health crisis and resources to use
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — In Mental Health 4 You, our special report on the youth mental health crisis presented by Spectrum Health and Human Services, News 4’s Kelsey Anderson and Jordan Norkus shared stories of the ever-changing, and ever-present, need for mental health support in the region. In Buffalo’s East Side, leaders in local government […]
Congressman Tim Kennedy announces $1.1 billion available for railroad crossing safety
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Congressman Tim Kennedy announced Thursday that $1.1 billion will be available as a part of the Railroad Crossing Elimination Program to improve railroad safety. The RCE Program funds highway and pathway crossing improvement projects to strengthen safety and mobility. Eligible projects for the grant include grade separation, track relocation, and improvement […]
East Side Garden Walk returns for seventh year
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The free, self-guided East Side Garden Walk is back for its seventh year, taking place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the weekend of July 20 and 21, featuring over 100 beautiful garden’s on Buffalo’s East Side. This year’s Walk will also feature AKG artists painting both days at the following […]
North Tonawanda businessman gets probation for tax evasion over $3M
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A North Tonawanda businessman was given four years of probation for tax evasion that added up to over $3 million, the U.S. Attorney’s office said. George Ward, 57, operated a fire protection and inspection business in Amherst between 2015 and 2020. During that time, he did not file personal income tax […]
Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado calls on President Biden to step aside
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — New York Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado called on President Joe Biden to end his presidential campaign and allow new leadership to step up in the wake of what critics have considered his concerning performance in the recent debate. “I join with millions of Americans – including everyday New Yorkers from all […]
Polish American Arts Festival coming July 26
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Dates have been announced for this year’s Polish American Arts Festival, a weekend full of performances, food, activities and more. The festival will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday, July 26 with a march of community organizations and families and will last for three days. Celebrations will take place at Cheektowaga […]
Homes damaged, people and animals injured in aftermath of tornadoes
(WIVB) — Two tornados that hit Western New York Wednesday tore roofs off of local homes, ripped trees from the ground and injured both people and animals as they swept through the area. Forestville resident Bill Richter watched the scene unfold from his front porch. “The wind picked up, which I was kind of expecting, […]
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