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Gov. Hochul launches first phase of Empire AI in Buffalo
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul was in Buffalo on Friday to announce the state’s first-in-the-nation Empire AI Consortium will commence research this fall, just six months after it was included as part of the FY25 Enacted Budget. Read more from WBEN:
Gillibrand, Buffalo Police provide update in fight against gun trafficking
BUFFALO, N.Y. — U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand joined Buffalo officials on Friday to announce continuing efforts in the fight against gun trafficking. As of this month, the bipartisan Safer Communities Act has gotten over 3,000 illegal guns off the streets, with 1,000 of those were seized in the last six months.
Buffalo mayor Byron Brown to leave office next week
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown is set to leave office next week after accepting a new position as CEO and president of Western Regional Off-Track Betting. Brown told WIVB News 4 that his last day as mayor will be Tuesday or Wednesday. Brown announced his resignation late last month, saying the timing […]
Hochul says that funding threats over Kensington opposition would be 'wildly inappropriate'
BUFFALO, N.Y. — When opposition to the $1 billion plan to cap and tunnel 4,100 feet of the Kensington Expressway began taking shape last year, opposition quickly grew. Many of those groups, block clubs, and organizations have remained vocal as legal challenges pressed on over the last year. Other groups have fallen silent.
Everhaunt getting visitors into the Halloween spirit and doing it for a cause
ANGOLA, N.Y. (WIVB) — The entire haunting experience created by the team of Everhaunt’s talents and tricks, will be a treat for visitors trying to get into the Halloween spirit. For those who are dying to be scared, Everhaunt has something here to help you face your fears. But, they do say if you’re not […]
Reminders for National Fire Prevention Week
BUFFALO, N.Y. — October 6 through October 12 is National Fire Prevention Week. Fire companies around Western New York are using this week as an opportunity to remind people about fire safety and prevention. Buffalo Fire Lieutenant Shawn Duffy of Engine 31 on Baily Avenue said that best practices...
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