11-06-2024 18:56 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo police said they've arrested two people in relation to the theft of nearly $12,000 in tools and equipment on Seneca Street.Police said the thefts took place nearly a week ago, on June 5. According to police, two men entered a construction site on the street's 900 block by climbing a security fence before proceeding to cut the lock on a shed containing tools. Police said this took place at approximately 3:40 a.m.The suspects, who are both Buffalo residents, were id
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Over a dozen at-risk Buffalo churches could be turned into local landmarks
11-06-2024 18:59 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Up to 14 churches in the City of Buffalo that have been recommended to be closed by the Buffalo Diocese in recent days could be up for local landmark status.Preservation Buffalo Niagara announced Tuesday the launch of the "Save Our Sacred Sites" project, which is aimed at securing funding and submitting landmark status applications for churches deemed at risk.In recent days, the diocese has announced over 30 churches across Western New York will be closed or merged a
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NYS offers mobile option for carrying driver's license or ID
11-06-2024 18:50 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is now offering a digital option for carrying your driver's license.Governor Kathy Hochul's office announced the launch of "New York Mobile ID" on Tuesday. With this, any iPhone or Android user can securely store their license, learner's permit or state-issued ID on their phone with an app. Here's how it works, according to New York State:
Download the New YorkMiDapp from the App Store or through Google Pla
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Hunter Biden guilty on all three felony gun charges
11-06-2024 17:19 via wivb.com
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A jury panel of 12 Delaware residents on Tuesday found Hunter Biden guilty of three federal gun charges, marking the first criminal conviction of a sitting president’s child.President Biden’s son was convicted after roughly three hours of deliberation of three felony counts alleging he lied about his use of illicit drugs when obtaining a gun in 2018, and then unlawfully possessed the firearm for 11 days.Hunter Biden's trial which lasted just over a week, spotlighted his a
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New Era will make hats for Olympians in first-ever deal for Team USA
11-06-2024 17:15 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo will be on the world stage as New Era Cap has announced a multi-year agreement with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams.This is Team USA's first-ever official product deal with a headwear-focused brand, New Era said. With this, the Buffalo-based company will provide exclusive headwear to athletes competing in the Paris (2024), Milan (2026) and Los Angeles (2028) games.“The athletes have been waiting their entire lives for this moment and we don't take that
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Children found in house with animal urine and feces throughout, police say
11-06-2024 15:35 via wivb.com
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JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Three Jamestown residents were accused of child endangerment after police checked out a house on the city's south side Monday night.Officers went to the scene around 7:30 p.m., where they said Hope Dunn, 23, let them inside to check on two children -- a two-month-old and a 19-month-old.According to police, the house had a very strong odor and had animal urine and feces throughout it. They said it was not suitable for the children to be living in. As a result, police sai
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Canadian border workers set to take action this Friday
11-06-2024 14:25 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- According to the Public Service Alliance of Canada, more than 9,000 Canadian workers could begin job action this Friday if a deal isn't reached with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).That doesn't mean a typical strike is on the horizon, but workers could begin implementing work-to-rule practices instead, according to a CBC report.“Per theFederal Public Sector Labour Relations Act, employees in essential services positions must provide uninterrupted 
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Bills detail parking changes, challenges for 2024 given new stadium construction
11-06-2024 02:35 via wivb.com
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) – As progress continues on the new Buffalo Bills stadium -- located across the street from the current facility -- the team is sending an early warning to fans that fewer parking spaces will be available for games during the coming season.Andy Major, the Bills' vice president of operations and guest experience, said Monday that the stadium grounds will have about 1,000 fewer parking spaces this season due to construction. That's after factoring in gains from initi
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3 Jamestown residents charged with endangering welfare of a child
10-06-2024 23:55 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Three Jamestown residents were charged with endangering the welfare of a child Monday afternoon for allegedly having 12.3 grams of crack cocaine at a residence, the Jamestown Police Department announced.Around 12:20 p.m., the Jamestown Metro Drug Task Force and Southern Tier Regional Drug Task force conducted a search warrant at a Forest Avenue apartment with the JPD SWAT Team.A two-year-old child, Gerald Samuels, 18, Janya Samuels, 19, and 21-year-old Simeon Leeper, who
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Local anglers have their "walleyes" on the prize
10-06-2024 23:37 via wivb.com
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IRVING, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Anglers are starting their engines, and keeping their eyes on the forecast, as they embark in the Southtowns Walleye Association's 40th annual Walleye Derby."We get some of the best fishing in the country here by far, it's amazing out here," said Brian Plecas, derby co-chair and president of the Southtowns Walleye Association.
Plecas said that the Derby is important to their association, because it drives memberships, and their youth programs, but it also shines a light on
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Man indicted in connection to fatal Del Denby shooting
10-06-2024 21:45 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man has been indicted in connection to a fatal shooting at Del Denby Tavern on Hertel Avenue last month, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Monday.27-year-old William Quinones is accused of shooting and killing 46-year-old Madjid Elbert outside of Del Denby around 1:15 a.m. on May 7 during a fight on the patio outside of the bar. Elbert was pronounced dead at ECMC.Del Denby was closed by Buffalo police within 24 hours of the shooting, but the b
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Jasper the guinea pig joins us on News 4
10-06-2024 21:05 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- On Monday, we got to meet Jasper -- a two-year-old guinea pig up for adoption as part of a special promotion at the SPCA Serving Erie County.Like most guinea pigs, Jasper is sociable, as seen during his appearance on News 4.
"If you have another guinea pig at home, that would be best," SPCA Senior Director of Operations Mindy Ussrey said.Guinea pigs typically live to be 5-8 years old and sometimes live even longer. Learn more about the discounted rate for small animals an
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Niagara Falls nursing home strikes tentative deal with union
10-06-2024 17:29 via wivb.com
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NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Niagara Falls nursing home has reached a tentative agreement with 1199SEIU.According to the union, the tentative deal would impact more than 70 workers at Schoellkopf Health Center, which is attached to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. It includes Juneteenth and Labor Day as paid holidays and a 10-step wage scale with additional longevity increases for employees."In addition,the tentative agreement includes an average 11 percent wage increase retroacti
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Rev. Bryan Zielenieski answers parishioner concerns during diocese restructuring
10-06-2024 16:50 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y (WIVB) — It has been a challenging week for the local Catholic community. Recently, the Diocese of Buffalo has recommended the merger or closure of numerous churches within the coming months. Currently, 25 churches in both the northern towns and downtown Buffalo face potential closure.
Conversations with several parishioners have revealed their understandable concerns about the future steps.Parishioners have voiced concerns over the potential loss of specialty Masses, such as
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Fans offered free tickets after George Lopez walks out of California casino show
10-06-2024 15:45 via wivb.com
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PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) - Attendees of a recent George Lopez show in California are getting full reimbursem*nt as an apology after the comedian walked out 30 minutes early during his set Friday evening.Eagle Mountain Casino staff say Lopez "let down his fans" when the show unexpectedly ended early.
"Once Lopez walked to his dressing room, he nor his team offered an apology to the casino team or guests nor any explanation as to why Mr. Lopez did not want to continue and left 15 minutes la
Semi truck strikes bridge on Walden near Lathrop
10-06-2024 15:13 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A tractor-trailer crashed under a bridge in Buffalo Monday morning, blocking off part of Walden Avenue between Roetzer Street and Wasmuth Avenue.The bridge is located just east of Lathrop Street, with a sign that shows a height limit of 11 feet and 9 inches.At the scene, the trailer behind the truck appears to have been heavily damaged. News 4 will provide more information on what happened when we learn more.Latest Local NewsSemi truck strikes bridge on Walden near Lathr
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Tops, union workers vote to approve new deal, union sources say
10-06-2024 14:02 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Warehouse and transportation workers represented by Teamsters Local 264 have voted to approve a new contract with Tops, according to the union.This comes after a strike began Friday and a tentative agreement between Tops and Teamsters Local 264 was reached Sunday.The union announced the tentative deal Sunday afternoon, saying it provides employees with "financial security and protection of benefits without any concessions."The Tops employees' previous contract, which cove
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Tops, union workers vote to approve new deal
10-06-2024 14:02 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Members of Teamsters Local 264 are back to work after voting to approve new four-year agreements with Tops."The ratified agreement provides industry-leading terms that exceed those agreed to in the past, while also ensuring our customers will continue to enjoy the service, selection, and value that they’ve come to expect from Tops Markets," Tops said in a statement.This comes after a strike began Friday and a tentative agreement between Tops and Teamsters Local 264
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Tops, union workers to vote on ratifying new deal
10-06-2024 14:02 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Another tentative agreement has been reached between Tops and Teamsters Local 264 after a strike began this past Friday.The union made the announcement Sunday afternoon, saying the new deal provides employees with "financial security and protection of benefits without any concessions."On Monday morning, Local 264 plans to hold an informational meeting on the new deal, with a ratification vote to follow."I want to emphasize that this agreement has the full recommendation o
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Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus finds something to sing about after original event's cancellation
10-06-2024 13:19 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Diocese was set to host a big choir festival at St. Joseph Cathedral downtown Sunday.That was until they found out the Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus was a part of it, canceling the event. After finding a new venue, they showcased their talents at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.The Summer Choir Festival at St. Joseph Cathedral was canceled after the Diocese cited that the group's values were "inconsistent with Catholic teaching."In a statement to News 4, a Di
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Late Bloomer: Artist finds success at her first Allentown Art Festival
10-06-2024 12:42 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) —At 61 years old and a grandmother, Laura McMahon of West Seneca took a leap and showed her watercolors at her very first Allentown Art Festival this weekend in Buffalo, and she is thrilled that she did.
"Warms my heart," she said after hearing so many buyers and passersby tell her that her artwork makes them "feel happy.""That's my aim," said McMahon. "To bring joy to other people."Even though McMahon doesn't have a website yet to display her work, you may be fa
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South Korea says North Korea is installing its own loudspeakers along the border
10-06-2024 12:24 via wivb.com
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s military on Monday said it’s detecting signs that North Korea is installing its own loudspeakers along their heavily armed border, a day after the South blared anti-Pyongyang propaganda broadcasts over its speakers for the first time in years as the rivals engage in a Cold War-style psychological warfare.
The South’s resumption of its loudspeaker broadcasts on Sunday was in retaliation for the North sending over 1,000 balloonsfilled
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Hunter Biden's gun trial enters its final stretch after deeply personal testimony about his drug use
10-06-2024 12:22 via wivb.com
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WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — The criminal trial of President Joe Biden's son heads into its final stretch Monday as the defense tries to chip away at prosecutors' case laying bare some of the darkest moments of Hunter Biden's drug-fueled past.
Hunter Biden's lawyers could call at least one more witness when the case resumes in Delaware's federal court — the first of two trials he's facing in the midst of his father’s reelection campaign. It's unclear whether prosecutors will call an
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Senate Democrats outperforming Biden raises possibility of historic split-ticket voting
10-06-2024 12:01 via wivb.com
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Senate Democrats in key battleground states have consistently performed better than President Biden in polls, fueling speculation that November could see the highest levels of ticket-splitting in years.Voting for different parties on the same ticket has become increasingly rare in the U.S. amid growing political polarization. While some down-ballot Democrats are polling better than the president now, observers caution the gap between them will likely shrink as the election draws closer.&nb
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Euro 2024: Guide to the 10 stadiums across Germany and their games
10-06-2024 11:35 via wivb.com
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DUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — The European Championship in Germany is all about tried and tested stadiums with a rich soccer history.Unlike at some recent World Cups, there's been no rush to finish stadiums on time. All but one of Germany's 10 venues hosted games at the 2006 World Cup and none have undergone major changes.All capacities are given in the all-seated configuration used for Euro 2024, meaning the figure is typically lower than for club games where many fans can stand.
Here is a
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Apple expected to enter AI race with ambitions to overtake the early leaders
10-06-2024 08:32 via wivb.com
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Apple's annual World Wide Developers Conference on Monday is expected to herald the company's move into generative artificial intelligence, marking its late arrival to a technological frontier that's expected to be as revolutionary as the invention of the iPhone.The widely anticipated display of AI to be embedded in the iPhone and other Apple products will be the marquee moment at an event that traditionally previews the next version of software that powers the company's hardware lineup.
And App
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Buffalo Diocese recommends rightsizing and reshaping of Campus Ministry Family
09-06-2024 22:52 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Diocese has released a recommendation for the rightsizing and reshaping of Family No. 36 which consists of numerous universities and colleges throughout Western New York.
According to a letter obtained at St. Joseph University Parish, only 1 active priest for the family is projected by the year 2030. This would affect the vicariates at The University at Buffalo North Campus and South Campus, Buffalo State College, Daemen University, D'Youville University, and
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Vehicle strikes house in Lockport, crashes into pole
09-06-2024 17:53 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Gasport man was arrested for DWI after the vehicle he was allegedly driving struck a house in Lockport, the Niagara County Sheriff's Office announced.
Just before 4:40 a.m. on Sunday, officials say they received a 911 call regarding a vehicle striking a house on Ridge Road. An SUV was discovered rolled over and crashed into a utility pole after striking the home. The driver had allegedly fled the scene.
The homeowner was inside the Lockport home at the time, but uninjur
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Fire at MLK Jr. Park bathroom causes $180k in damage
09-06-2024 17:00 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Fire Department responded to a call for a fire at the MLK Jr. Park in Buffalo Saturday evening, officials say.
Fire officials say the fire started in the MLK bathroom building on the first floor. They responded to the call just before 6:40 p.m. to the 1100 block of Fillmore.
Damage is estimated at $180,000.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.Latest Local NewsFire at MLK Jr. Park bathroom causes $180k in damageRoute 5 crash leads to deat
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Route 5 crash leads to death of child
09-06-2024 16:29 via wivb.com
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A crash on Route 5 in Hamburg took the life of a child Saturday night, according to the Hamburg Police Department.
The accident was at Route 5 and North Creek Road at approximately 8 p.m. Saturday night. Two cars were involved and one child died, while several other people were injured, police say. The roadway was completely shut down for several hours for an investigation.Hamburg Police say further details will be provided as the investigation continues.Latest Local New
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