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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Plans for the area surrounding Highmark Stadium took another step forward Monday night, as the Hamburg Town Board officially voted to include its Highmark Corner development concepts into the town’s comprehensive plan. Town board members said the hope is to transform the area surrounding…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Cheektowaga Police responded to an accident involving a Hyundai and a school bus on Monday afternoon in which multiple students on board sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Police responded to the area of Pine Ridge Road and Pinewood Terrace just before 3 p.m. WIVB News 4 crew on scene…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An officer with the Buffalo Police Department was arraigned Monday on charges of fourth-degree stalking and first-degree harassment, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said. Benjamin Coughlin, 44, of Lackawanna is accused of harassing a victim with whom he was previously in a…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An eye-catching addition to Buffalo's waterfront shows progress in the more than $150 million project transforming Ralph Wilson Park. "This playground is not just the freighter you see behind us; it is a full, all-inclusive, swings, tot area, general playground," City of Buffalo Interim Parks…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Students from public, private, and charter schools gathered at Villa Maria College on Monday for the start of a two-day conference designed to build confidence, resilience, leadership skills. According to the college, “Unleash Your Greatness” features nationally recognized speakers, interactive…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Local leaders gathered in Tonawanda on Monday as Tony's Tree and Landscaping honored World War II veteran Dr. John Long. The company, which is owned and run by a veteran, will be donating tree and landscaping services to Long with the hopes that other local businesses follow suit. "I'm…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Williamsville Central School District is partnering with the American Heart Association to provide free CPR training and teach others how they can help save a life. October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, and Williamsville South High School will host a free CPR training event on…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been suspended without pay for one game after spitting in the direction of a Raiders player in Sunday's 33-30 Bills win over Las Vegas. The incident took place late in the first half when Gardner-Johnson spat in the direction of Raiders tight end Brock…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — When St. Bonaventure opens its season against Youngstown State on Nov. 2 it will have a first-year coach on the sidelines for the first time in nearly two decades. But don't call him a rookie. Mike MacDonald, the new coach of St. Bonaventure basketball, is hoping to be next in line
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo man was sentenced to 1 1/3 to 4 years in prison for fatally striking a pedestrian with his vehicle at the intersection of Grant Street and Amherst Street in December 2024, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Monday. Benjamin Medley, 62, also had his driver's license…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A former pastor and soccer coach from Williamsville was sentenced to eight years in prison and 10 years of post-release supervision for child sexual abuse, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Monday. John A. Camardo III, 47, pleaded guilty in July to one count of second-degree rape…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Getzville man was sentenced to 20 years in prison and five years of post-release supervision in connection with a 2024 fatal shooting on Broadway in Buffalo, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Monday. Jahi Pope, 23, of Getzville, previously pleaded guilty to first-degree…
WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Distracted driving and speeding remain major concerns among teen drivers, and New York State Police are urging young motorists and their parents to take steps to prevent crashes during Teen Driver Safety Week. Trooper James O’Callaghan, a public information officer with State Police Troop…
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Monday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of a health matter…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- SeaWorld announced on social media that a beluga whale, previously rescued from Canada's Marineland, died "unexpectedly" at its San Diego location. Nine-year-old Cyprus arrived at SeaWorld on Aug. 22 after being rescued from Canada's Marineland in Niagara Falls, Ontario. In a social media post…
The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection has issued an alert providing residents with financial assistance programs and energy-saving tips to prepare for the 2026 winter season.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Owner of Local Hollow Brewing Hilary Dollinger said her brewery is a place where friends become family; those feelings of community were strong Sunday as fans gathered to watch the Bills take on the Raiders, all while supporting WNY Heroes. “This particular event is all about backing our Buffalo…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo police are investigating a shooting that occurred on South Division Street on Sunday afternoon. Shortly before 4:30 p.m., a man arrived at the Erie County Medical Center in a private vehicle, suffering from gunshot wounds to the torso. Detectives from the Gun Violence Unit launched an…
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Josh Allen passed for 255 yards and two touchdowns, using his improvisational brilliance to tie the Bills' career TD passing record, and Buffalo held off the Las Vegas Raiders 33-30 on Sunday. The Raiders (3-3), who have lost three in a row, had rallied to tie it at 23-all. James Cook
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A mural honoring longtime Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy was unveiled Sunday at The Bryd House in Orchard Park. The mural, which was created by local artist Tara Bystrand, features a portrait of Levy next to his famous mantra, 'Where else would you rather be than right here, right now?'"
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson has played for six different teams over the past eight seasons -- and he may soon be looking for his seventh. Gardner-Johnson was ejected from Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders for unsportsmanlike conduct; a replay shown by CBS showed Gardner-Johnson…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Top wide receiver DJ Moore and defensive lineman Ed Oliver will remain on the sideline for the Bills in Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Moore and Oliver are both out for the second week in a row, the Bills disclosed when releasing their active roster for the Week 7
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 41-year-old Buffalo woman was killed in a crash in Hamburg on Saturday night, police said. Police responded to a two-vehicle crash at Camp Road (Route 75) and St. Francis Drive around 9 p.m. Saturday; the 41-year-old Buffalo woman, who was driving north on Camp Road, was taken to a local
AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — "It's time." State Supreme Court Justice Frank Caruso looked out over the enthusiastic crowd Saturday night at Classics V Banquet Center in Amherst. The crowd was there to celebrate Caruso as 2026 Honoree at the annual Italian Heritage Gala. Justice Caruso has announced it's time for his…
MONTREAL (AP) — Cole Caufield scored his second goal of the game 54 seconds into overtime to lift the Montreal Canadiens over the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 on Saturday night. Caufield had a breakaway after Josh Norris missed his shot on a 3-on-1 rush. He ripped a shot into the top-left corner, extending his franchise record
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Community members came together Saturday in Downtown Buffalo with signs, costumes, and songs in support of one of the many ‘No Kings’ rallies taking place across the country. Throughout Western New York, five protests were held, spanning from Williamsville to East Aurora to Niagara Square…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The college basketball season got underway earlier in the calendar than ever before Saturday with an exhibition doubleheader at KeyBank Center in downtown Buffalo. Penn State beat St. Bonaventure 68-65 in front of a crowd of 3,500 following Daemen's 74-66 victory against St. John Fisher. "I…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Forest Lawn Cemetery held an informational event on Saturday for the inaugural National Cremation Placement Day, established to highlight the importance of permanent placement and memorialization of cremated remains. Family Service Representatives from the Forest Lawn Group were available to…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Clarence Global Methodist Church celebrated their 40th Apple Festival on Saturday, bringing the community together to raise money for causes around Western New York. “We’ve been making apple pies for the past three weeks,” Carlton Van Pyrz with the Apple Festival said. “We have apples…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Jason Wright threw a 15-yard touchdown pass to Clint Walker on the first drive of overtime and the Buffalo Bulls defense kept UMass out of the end. zone to complete a 25-18 comeback victory against on Saturday at UB's Broadview Stadium. Winning for the second week in a row, UB improved
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A three-alarm fire that broke out inside a large commercial building on French Road Saturday afternoon in Cheektowaga saw a response from more than 16 agencies and took nearly seven hours to extinguish. The Cheektowaga Fire Department said they received multiple calls for a fire at 960 French…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Jewish Museum of Buffalo will be welcoming the community inside for the first time during regular public hours on Saturday, celebrating its grand opening with a special event featuring Buffalo native and CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer. "He's a Jewish Buffalonian who's gone on to be a really…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- One man is dead following a crash between a motorcycle and a pickup truck at the intersection of Buffalo and Bowen Roads on Friday, the East Aurora Police Department said. The department received a report of the crash shortly after 2 p.m. and arrived at the scene to find the motorcycle's
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Niagara Gospel Mission held a ceremonial groundbreaking Thursday, marking a major step toward opening a new women's center on Portage Road in Niagara Falls. The center will include 25 beds dedicated to serving women in need, with 17 beds in its emergency shelter and an eight-room long-term…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- For nearly five decades, two historic ships have called the Buffalo Naval Yard home. While plans for their repairs continue to take shape, Naval Park leadership said they hope to see them dry docked as soon as next spring, but there is still no set timeline, meaning the ships will stay
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Twenty years ago this week, the Western New York community experienced the October Surprise Storm in 2006; however, before that, there was another October storm that happened in 1844. Mike Vogel, the President of the Buffalo Lighthouse Association said that storm on October 18, 1844, was the…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Two individuals, including one minor, have been accused of stealing a vehicle in the city of Niagara Falls, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office said. Shortly after 1 a.m. on Thursday, the Sheriff's Office was alerted via license plate reader technology to a stolen vehicle traveling on Lockport…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Water Board is taking legal action against over a dozen chemical companies that manufacture or distribute firefighting foam or make the components of it, alleging that they have allowed PFAS-related chemicals, also known as “forever chemicals,” to contaminate their water supply…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Online car auction company Copart has completed a $1.9 billion acquisition of Buffalo-based ACV Auctions, ACV confirmed on Friday. Dallas-based Copart first announced the deal in September. ACV, which has around 600 employees in Western New York, was founded in 2015. "From day one, ACV set out…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Niagara County police dispatcher got a DWI in the sheriff's office parking lot on Thursday night. Police said 61-year-old Brenda Higgins, who has been a dispatcher with the sheriff's office since 2012, hit a parked car in the parking lot of the sheriff's office, located on Niagara Street in…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — With two weeks remaining until the Section VI playoffs commence, a number of division titles will be on the line in Week 7 of the Western New York high school football season. Here are some of the games WIVB News 4 will be watching. Bennett at Lancaster 7 p.m. Friday Two
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The body that New York State Police found in the Niagara River has been identified as the 18-year-old who fell into the river in July. State Police used dental records to identify Aung S. Hla, who fell into the river around 10:15 a.m. on July 22 while fishing with friends. Hla
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Batavia woman is dead after a crash involving a disabled farm tractor in Genesee County. On Thursday evening, according to investigators, 64-year-old Victoria Klimczak was driving her Chevy Trax east on Lewiston Road in the Town of Alabama. On the shoulder of the road was a tractor with a…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Members of the Buffalo Public Schools community came together Thursday night hoping to voice their questions and concerns about the proposed closure of eight schools before next school year. However, only students were given that opportunity. “Adults in the room, I’m going to ask you please…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The city of Buffalo hosted a public and stakeholder meeting on Thursday regarding the upcoming Build Back Bailey Project, discussing the project’s timeline and construction schedule, anticipated impacts, and what residents and businesses can expect throughout the process. The project has been in…
TORONTO (AP) — Owen Power scored in overtime and the Buffalo Sabres rallied from two goals down in the third period to overcome Kirill Marchenko's hat trick and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 on Thursday. Marchenko had the fifth hat trick of his career in his 300th NHL game. His third goal, at 16:51
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Two Chippewa businesses that are suing the city of Buffalo can operate as normal for now following a court decision. The establishments, Bottoms Up and Venu, filed separate lawsuits against the city, stating that newly introduced operating guidelines regarding service to customers under 21 years…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo Police are investigating a Thursday afternoon shooting on Buffalo's East Side. According to the department, officers responded to a shots fired call at Rose and Carlton Streets around 1:30 p.m. Officers located a female victim at the scene whose calf was grazed by gunfire; she declined…
"No one should have to fear violence at school."
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The City of Lackawanna announced a $1 million state capital grant Thursday, which will be used to support its police and fire departments. According to the city, the grant, which was secured by Assemblyman Patrick Burke, will help acquire critical resources to improve public safety, including a…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The town of Clarence adopted a resolution Wednesday urging the State Legislature to give judges more discretion in cases involving repeat juvenile offenders. The resolution calls for legislators to ensure that judges are authorized to consider an offender’s complete history in their…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Depew man was sentenced to five years of probation and a $5,000 fine after he drove through a secure area at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport last year, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Thursday. Officials said 47-year-old James R. Muench Jr. drove his vehicle to a closed security…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- In WIVB News 4's half-hour Hispanic Heritage special, we introduce you to business owners, artists, local leaders and more people who help shape the Western New York community. More information on the businesses and organizations featured in the special can be found here (in order of…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz presented his "very tight" 2027 county budget proposal on Thursday, discussing a property tax rate drop and the harsh impact of inflation. Property tax rate drop A key component of the proposed $2.4 billion budget is dropping the property tax rate. The…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — An 11-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot on East Lovejoy Street Wednesday night, according to Buffalo police. The girl arrived around 10:15 p.m. Wednesday to ECMC suffering from wounds to the arm and chest. Police said the injuries are non-life threatening. It is unclear if the…
EAST BETHANY, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Sharon Coyle had two goals when she bought Rolling Hills Asylum 17 years ago: save a piece of history and explore the paranormal. “All I did was I wanted to save a place, and I wanted to talk to dead people, you know?” Coyle said. “And here it is.” What
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Hamburg man was sentenced to a year and a half in jail for trying to rape a 15-year-old in 2025, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Thursday. Naphtali Masse, 39, tried to rape the teen on Dec. 30, 2025 in Hamburg. Masse was known to the victim. He was
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Three public safety dispatchers in Cheektowaga who were suspended last month over Flock misuse will not be charged, the Erie County District Attorney's Office confirmed Thursday. The three dispatchers were suspended at the end of September for allegedly using the department's automated license…
President Trump on Wednesday said he was canceling the livestream of the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former U.S. Army major who killed 13 people in the 2009 attack on Fort Hood. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had said the execution would be livestreamed, a decision that had come under substantial criticism…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Groundbreaking sitcom "I Love Lucy," starring Jamestown, N.Y. native Lucille Ball, premiered on Oct. 15, 1951 on CBS. Thursday marks the show's 75th anniversary and the annual “I Love Lucy” Day, celebrated by the show’s fans. The show, which was nominated for 21 Emmy Awards and won five, aired…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Less than two weeks after announcing plans to close eight Buffalo Public Schools, district leaders are proposing revisions to where students and programs of the shuttered schools will be relocated. President of the Buffalo Teachers Federation, Rich Nigro, said the news comes after the community…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Jury selection in the federal trial against the Tops mass shooter continued Wednesday afternoon downtown Buffalo after beginning on Tuesday. More jurors were excused Wednesday than Tuesday's session, with some saying that they would not vote for the death penalty due to religious or…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Town of Amherst announced the approval of a new hotel bed tax law, calling it a new revenue source for the town. The Amherst Town Board approved the law on Tuesday, which requires all short-term lodge establishments in Amherst to collect a 2.5% tax from each room booked. All revenue
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An interactive reading workshop is teaching students the power of their voice. Four local organizations, including the 5/14 Memorial Foundation and Say Yes Buffalo, came together to create "Little Voices Big Courage." On Wednesday, students at Public School 99 listened to the book "Manjhi Moves…
Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul and Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman sparred over energy costs, immigration, and public safety during their first gubernatorial debate on Tuesday night.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Niagara Falls Police recovered a loaded weapon and a large quantity of suspected narcotics after conducting a search warrant on Pierce Avenue Tuesday afternoon. Police said the investigation stemmed from information they received through a tip line alleging that Tikere Ralands was selling…
HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) -- On Wednesday, Hamburg Central School District celebrated a ribbon cutting for its new "Future-Ready Business" hallway. "Today is about much more than opening a newly renovated space. It's about opening doors for students to new ideas, new skills, new relationships, and new possibilities," Rick…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The owner of Sushi Queen pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport immigrants lacking permanent legal status, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Wednesday. In March 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raided the town of Tonawanda restaurant owned by 35-year-old Ping Ye of Amherst. That…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Country artist Zach Bryan is scheduled to bring his 2027 summer tour through Orchard Park on June 2. The performance will mark the 11th stop in a 17-show North American run between April 28 and Aug. 6. The tour is set to pick back up in Australia in December. Bryan, a
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Bills coach Joe Brady put his star running back on notice over his fumbles, saying that there would be "consequences" if the issues persist, which could be less carries or playing time. Cook had two fumbles in Monday night's 37-34 Bills win against the Los Angeles Rams, one for a loss
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo Bills linebacker Greg Rousseau has been named AFC special teams player of the week for week five of the 2026-27 NFL season. The recognition follows Rousseau's block of Los Angeles Rams kicker Harrison Mevis' overtime field goal attempt, which would have won Monday night's game for the…
WEST SENECA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Big dogs are getting a little extra attention this month at the SPCA Serving Erie County, where adoption fees are half off for dogs weighing 44 pounds or more as part of its 'Big Mutt-tober' promotion. The special runs through Oct. 31 at the SPCA’s location at 300 Harlem Road
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The longtime suspect in an alleged murder in Niagara Falls over the summer was charged in connection to the killing on Wednesday, according to a Niagara County Court filing. Christopher Colon, 49, was charged with second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse for the alleged killing of…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Fresh off a primetime road win against the Los Angeles Rams, the Bills will play their second straight game on the west coast at 4:25 p.m. Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. Here's how you can watch, stream and listen to the game. Television The game's on 4. WIVB, the official
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and News 4 is once again partnering with Roswell Park for the annual Mammothon event. Early detection is crucial in the fight against breast cancer. Mammothon has a goal of encouraging women to sign up for a mammogram at either Roswell Park’s downtown…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Draft Room, a popular downtown Buffalo restaurant right across from KeyBank Center, is fighting an eviction attempt by its landlord in court. Outlined in public legal documents, the restaurant's operator, Select Pour Ventures, is pushing back as the property's landlord, Top Shelf…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Jury selection in the federal trial against the Tops mass shooter began Tuesday. One by one, a group of 12 potential jurors took to the stand, answering questions about their views on the death penalty or life in prison without the possibility of parole. On May 14, 2022, Payton Gendron shot
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Haven House, a program of child and family services, gathered Western New Yorkers on Delaware Avenue to shine a light on domestic violence. The conference on Tuesday brought advocates and supporters together to honor survivors, increase awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and…
MONTREAL (AP) — Zachary Bolduc scored the decisive goal in a shootout for the second straight game, and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 after blowing a two-goal lead Tuesday night. Lane Hutson and Cole Caufield each had a goal and an assist for Montreal. Josh Anderson also scored, and Juraj…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Broadway Barns, which hold Buffalo's snow-fighting equipment, have fallen into disrepair. Now the city is taking action. On Tuesday, members of the Buffalo Common Council discussed these concerns. Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan's office says work is underway with a masonry company on the job to…
Governor Kathy Hochul and Republican Challenger Bruce Blakeman will face off at 7 p.m. on Tuesday for the first and only debate before the November 3 election.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan and the city's Common Council approved a property tax exemption for disabled veterans on Tuesday. To qualify under the local law, a veteran must meet applicable military discharge requirements and be considered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to be permanently…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo Police are investigating a fatal shooting on the 200 block of Alabama Street after officers found one victim dead with a gunshot wound to the chest. Officers responded to a rescue call for a female not breathing around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. Upon arrival, a female was found dead on the
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Batavia Police said a driver who was involved in a crash Tuesday morning was wanted in connection with a crime in Orleans County. The crash happened at Richmond Avenue and State Street in Batavia. Officers in Medina were looking for the driver in a red SUV for an armed robbery. Police
ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- It's a storm that took many Western New Yorkers by surprise, and one many will always remember. Oct. 12 and 13 marks 20 years since the 2006 October Storm that struck areas of Western New York. "It just looked like a war zone, it was crazy," Ellen Notarius, who was one
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man was given 15 years to life in prison for a killing on the city's West Side in July 2025, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Tuesday. Moises Cortijo, 49, was a "participant" in the shooting death of 35-year-old David Ortiz-Ramos around 5 p.m. on July 13, 2025
Effective immediately, Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff has suspended all fraternity parties and social events for the remainder of the academic year, according to a recent statement from the university. A list of new safety standards to "strengthen campus safety and better support survivors" explains how…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- With the local NFL team on a bye week at the end of the month, eight Buffalo bands are coming together Oct. 25 at Town Ballroom for a massive concert, beginning at 3 p.m. and running throughout the afternoon and evening. Johnny Hart and the Mess frontman and namesake Johnny Hart
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Tuesday for a killing in the city's Riverside neighborhood last year, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said. Sir Raven Rodgers, 31, shot and killed 47-year-old Rafael Ruiz Quinones around 9:30 p.m. on Oct. 14, 2025 on Isabelle Street…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Steve Hackett is set to bring his "Best of Genesis & Solo Gems" tour to the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts on April 28, the center announced Tuesday. Hackett will bring classic Genesis material to North American stages for the first time in 13 years, accompanied by keyboardist Lalle
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Two new nonstop routes are coming to the Buffalo Niagara International Airport in summer 2027. Low-cost airline Breeze Airways will bring new routes Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Charleston S.C., as well as routes to Raleigh-Durham, N.C. The Myrtle Beach route will be offered on Thursdays and Sundays…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Bandits on Tuesday announced they have signed their 2025 first-round pick Waukiigan Shognosh to a three-year contract, pending league approval. Shognosh, a 19-year-old hailing from the Walpole Island First Nation in Ontario, was drafted 14th overall in the 2025 National Lacrosse…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A winning Take 5 lottery ticket worth nearly $30,000 was sold in Lockport in Monday night's drawing. The ticket, worth a total of $29,407.60, was sold at the Tops on South Transit Road. The Take 5 drawing is done twice a day, once at 2:30 p.m. and again at 10:30 p.m.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Racist Tops mass shooter Payton Gendron and his attorneys filed on Monday a last-minute motion to dismiss the federal indictment, claiming the jury pool has too few Black people and is not representative of Western New York. The motion is a last-ditch effort to have the 27-count indictment…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Boston Red Sox have "Sweet Caroline." The Pittsburgh Steelers have "Renegade." The Chicago Blackhawks have "Chelsea Dagger." Sports teams often latch onto anthems to get their fans and players pumped up during games. Since 1987, the Buffalo Bills have famously used a cover of the Isley…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Josh Allen's 121 rushing yards in Monday night's 37-34 overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams was the second-highest total in a game in his career. Allen's 121 yards came on 10 rushing attempts and he scored his eighth rushing touchdown of the season, also becoming the first quarterback in NFL
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Jury selection is set to begin Tuesday in the upcoming federal trial against racist Tops mass shooter Payton Gendron. Gendron shot and killed 10 Black people at the Tops on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo on May 14, 2022. Gendron is already serving multiple life sentences on state charges. He could…
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Over the past six months, WIVB has followed up sports reporter Jonah Bronstein's Buffalo Bills retrospective with a look at the concerts that took place at the old stadium in Orchard Park between 1973 and 2025 under its five monikers. Click any subheading below to view a full recap of the
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Josh Allen realized that his extraordinary efforts throughout this frenetic game might all amount to nothing Monday night when the Buffalo Bills fumbled deep in Rams territory early in overtime. The Bills' defense — and Greg Rousseau's outstretched hand — somehow gave him one more chance, and…