• Josh Allen wins NFL MVP award

    Josh Allen wins NFL MVP award
    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Josh Allen edged two-time winner Lamar Jackson for the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award in the closest race since Matt Ryan beat out Tom Brady in 2016.Buffalo's quarterback is the third Bills player in history to win MVP, following running backs O.J. Simpson in 1975 and Thurman Thomas in 1991. Allen was an MVP finalist in three of the previous four seasons, placing as the runner-up in 2020.Allen also received the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award that was announced by form
  • Lackawanna judge resigns for second time

    Lackawanna judge resigns for second time
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Lackawanna judge resigned for the second time in the aftermath of a fraud proceeding to have a friend's traffic ticket dismissed.Louis Violanti resigned on Jan. 23, agreeing to never return. According to the state commission for judicial conduct, in January 2013 Violanti arranged and presided over a "sham proceeding." No prosecutors were present, and a police officer impersonated the defendant, who Violanti knew.Violanti dismissed the ticket against the defendant. He wa
  • NT Police declined to investigate 2022 complaint over Facebook post

    NT Police declined to investigate 2022 complaint over Facebook post
    NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Following the controversy surrounding the North Tonawanda Police Department's investigation into the mysterious creator of a Facebook page that lampooned the mayor, the police chief said all complaints are handled "with equal seriousness."But that was not the case in June 2022 when a city engineer felt threatened by a Facebook post, which stated someone "oughta drag the city engineer" down a new bike lane built off River Road.Emails obtained by News 4 Investigates
  • Daemen's men's basketball off to unprecedented start: '19-0 is crazy'

    Daemen's men's basketball off to unprecedented start: '19-0 is crazy'
    AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Daemen men's basketball team had an idea they would be good this season. But historically good? "Honestly, to predict 19-0 would be pretty crazy," said Daemen graduate student guard Andrew Mason.Fellow graduate student Ryan Salzberg didn't believe that they could start the season 19-0. Daemen sophomore center and Hamburg native, Benjamin Bill echoed similar thoughts."Wow that is actually crazy," said Bill. "Like how is that possible?"Before the regular seaso
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  • Georgia man found guilty in fatal Niagara Falls shooting

    Georgia man found guilty in fatal Niagara Falls shooting
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Georgia man was convicted for fatally shooting a man in Niagara Falls in October 2023, the Niagara County District Attorney's Office said.Matthew Glass, 24, was convicted of second-degree murder, second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and third-degree witness tampering. Glass fatally shot Robert Miller, 48, on Oct. 2, 2023 while Miller sat in his vehicle on Pine Avenue, officials said.“The defendant committed this brazen act of violence in the middle of a
  • Buffalo man sentenced for fatal University Heights shooting

    Buffalo man sentenced for fatal University Heights shooting
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo man was sentenced to 20 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision on Thursday for a fatal shooting in the city's University Heights neighborhood, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office said.Michael A. Barnes, 37, shot Thomas Davis, 28, with an illegal gun on the 3100 block of Main Street near Winspear Avenue in the early morning hours on Sept. 12, 2023. Barnes had previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
    Barnes was initially
  • Play therapy helps children facing insecurities in Western New York

    Play therapy helps children facing insecurities in Western New York
    TOWN OF AURORA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Rural Outreach Center provides resources for rural families who might be facing insecurities. One of those services includes play therapy, which helps children process and learn how to cope with tough situations."Kids are experiencing so much that they need to have a safe place in order to process it, and a lot of our kids are also struggling with food insecurities or housing securities, so there's multiple stressors within the family," said Maria Knickerbocker
  • Erie County man admits to assaulting Sheriff's Office deputy

    Erie County man admits to assaulting Sheriff's Office deputy
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An Akron man admitted to assaulting an Erie County Sheriff's Office deputy after he allegedly dragged the deputy with his car back in May, the Erie County District Attorney's Office announced Thursday.Around 4:30 p.m. May 14, Michael Trybuskiewicz, then 41 years old and wanted on an arrest warrant, was driving at the intersection of Route 93 and Route 5 in Newstead. An Erie County Sheriff's Office deputy attempted to pull him over, but Trybuskiewicz drove away, dragging t
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  • 3 young siblings hospitalized following fire in Batavia

    3 young siblings hospitalized following fire in Batavia
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Three young siblings, ages 4, 10 and 12, were transported to the hospital Thursday following an early morning fire on Vine Street in Batavia, according to the local police department.Officials arrived to the scene at 3 Vine St. around 12:45 a.m. following reports of a fire and three children trapped inside an upper apartment. Police noticed flames coming from a second-story window and made an attempt to enter. When they were unsuccessful, fire officials arrived quickly af
  • 10-year-old dead, 2 in critical condition following fire in Batavia

    10-year-old dead, 2 in critical condition following fire in Batavia
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 10-year-old is dead following an early morning fire on Vine Street in Batavia, according to the local police department.Two other children, ages 4 and 12, are in critical condition at Strong Memorial Hospital, the police department said.
    Officials arrived to the scene at 3 Vine St. around 12:45 a.m. following reports of a fire and three children trapped inside an upper apartment. Police noticed flames coming from a second-story window and made an attempt to enter. When
  • 1 dead, 2 in critical condition following fire in Batavia

    1 dead, 2 in critical condition following fire in Batavia
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 10-year-old is dead following an early morning fire on Vine Street in Batavia, according to the local police department.Two other children, ages 4 and 12, are in critical condition at Strong Memorial Hospital, the police department said.
    Officials arrived to the scene at 3 Vine St. around 12:45 a.m. following reports of a fire and three children trapped inside an upper apartment. Police noticed flames coming from a second-story window and made an attempt to enter. When
  • Double Apple Supermarket awarded for prioritizing Black lives, public health

    Double Apple Supermarket awarded for prioritizing Black lives, public health
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A new Double Apple Supermarket on the East Side was awarded Thursday for prioritizing public health and Black lives during Black History Month.
    No Menthol Buffalo presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the grocery store Thursday morning. The grocery store opened at 2565 Bailey Ave. on Tuesday and will not sell alcohol or tobacco.
    Stan Martin, a spokesperson with No Menthol Buffalo, said that the tobacco industry has "appropriated Black culture.""The real bottom line i
  • Lewiston police chief says tariff threats had ‘positive result’ on border

    Lewiston police chief says tariff threats had ‘positive result’ on border
    LEWISTON, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Local authorities said on Wednesday that the responsibility of patrolling the border will be shared more evenly between them and Canadian authorities.For Lewiston Police Chief Frank Previte, the recent tariff threat by President Donald Trump wouldn't have had an effect on his department, but the border support that has resulted from them, according to him, most certainly will.“I guess it was a good bargaining chip because it worked and there is no tariffs and we're
  • Local organization calls on Braymiller Market to repay loan

    Local organization calls on Braymiller Market to repay loan
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Our City Action Buffalo (OCAB) on Wednesday called for the city of Buffalo to hold the now closed Braymiller Market accountable for repaying its loan totaling over $500,000.Braymiller Market in downtown Buffalo, which first opened in 2021, received $560,000 in COVID-19 relief funds in 2023. With receiving the loan, the market was required to stay open for two years after it was granted the money, but it closed in December 2024. Lawmakers asking for Braymiller loan money b
  • North Collins man killed in Florida, family left with questions

    North Collins man killed in Florida, family left with questions
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A North Collins man was killed last week in Florida and now his children said they're left with the question of why their father died.Ross Coyle, a master cabinet maker from North Collins, was a man who loved his family, faith and work. Ross' family said the 74-year-old would spend half the year with his wife in Port Richey, F.L.According to court paperwork, on Jan. 27, Ross was at the home of John Hainlin in Port Richey for dinner and drinks. Coyle's family said Hainlin
  • Find your purr-fect match at Sweet Buffalo's PAWlentine's Day adoption event

    Find your purr-fect match at Sweet Buffalo's PAWlentine's Day adoption event
    HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Animals from 18 different rescues are ready to share their love and find their "fur"ever homes this Saturday at Sweet Buffalo's annual "Paw"lentine's Day Event at the McKinley Mall."There's going to be dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and we're encouraging everyone to come out — it's a free event" said Julie Starr, the president and founder of Buddy's Second Chance Rescue. "You never know, maybe you might meet your forever best friend."Buddy's Second Chance is one of t
  • Bills fans across the country planning to boycott Super Bowl

    Bills fans across the country planning to boycott Super Bowl
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- As millions of people get ready for the biggest night in football, not everyone is planning to tune in to the Super Bowl this Sunday. Some fans are growing frustrated with what they see as the same teams, the same outcomes, and too many controversial calls by the referees.The Kansas City Chiefs are on the brink of achieving a historic third consecutive Super Bowl victory. However, fans are saying they are tired of the Chiefs dominating the AFC every year."It was heartbrea
  • Keon Coleman's jerseys retired by Opelousas Catholic

    Keon Coleman's jerseys retired by Opelousas Catholic
    OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) -- Opelousas Catholic alum and current Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman returned to his former school to have his football and basketball jerseys retired during halftime of the boys' basketball game Tuesday night.Coleman was surrounded by his agent, school, friends and family as he accepted this incredible honor."It feels great, you know, coming back, feeling that electricity throughout the building and just, you know, coming back to where my stomping grounds was ma
  • Black History Month events, celebrations and more in WNY

    Black History Month events, celebrations and more in WNY
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- February is Black History Month. There are numerous events in Western New York to honor those who came before and celebrate Black civil rights icons, artists, and leaders that have shaped this country.Those looking to celebrate from home can watch WIVB News 4's Black History Month Special, airing at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 27.
    The Niagara Movement screening
    The Buffalo History Museum is hosting a viewing of "The Niagara Movement: The Early Battle for Civil Rights"
  • Salamanca man arrested after break in at Cattaraugus-Little Valley School

    Salamanca man arrested after break in at Cattaraugus-Little Valley School
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An 18-year-old from Salamanca was arrested and charged with burglary and petit larceny after a break in occurred Tuesday afternoon at the Cattaraugus-Little Valley School, according to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office.Officials said Traeston Snyder, while working in concert with another person, allegedly broke into the school just before 12 p.m. It is alleged that he then stole multiple items throughout Cattaraugus-Little Valley School.He was arraigned and transpor
  • Death of Robert Brooks ruled a homicide, Gov. Hochul pushes for arrests

    Death of Robert Brooks ruled a homicide, Gov. Hochul pushes for arrests
    ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The death of Robert Brooks, an incarcerated man beaten at Marcy Correctional Facility, has been ruled a homicide, according to the family's attorney. Now, Governor Kathy Hochul is calling for charges to be filed, and arrests made.
    The attorney told News 8 on Wednesday morning that the cause of death was compression of the neck and multiple blunt impact injuries.“The murder of Robert Brooks was horrific, shocking all New Yorkers to our very core. Now that the
  • Jewish Family Services lays off over a dozen employees

    Jewish Family Services lays off over a dozen employees
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Fifteen people at Jewish Family Services of Western New York lost their jobs Tuesday due to the federal funding freeze, the company announced.
    "Unfortunately, JFS and the services we provide through federal funding are being impacted by the indefinite suspension of foreign aid programs," JFS said in a Facebook post. "Today, we were forced to eliminate 15 positions at the agency."
    Jewish Family Services is a nonprofit organization that serves all members of the community r
  • 17-year-old pleads guilty for stabbing neighbor

    17-year-old pleads guilty for stabbing neighbor
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo teen has pleaded guilty in connection with stabbing his neighbor in November, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday.The male teen, 17, admitted to the stabbing on the 1900 block of Seneca Street in the early morning hours of Nov. 1, 2024 during a dispute. The stabbing was done with a pocket knife.The victim, a 43-year-old man, was taken to ECMC, hospitalized for several days, and underwent surgery for injuries to his chest and abdomen.Th
  • Runaway teen out of Niagara Falls believed to be in danger

    Runaway teen out of Niagara Falls believed to be in danger
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Niagara Falls Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a runaway teenager believed to be in danger.
    Misha Violet Ground, 17, of Indigenous descent, was last seen on Jan. 12. She has long red hair, blue eyes and face piercings. She stands at 5'2" and weighs 110 lbs.
    She has been in contact with family, but her whereabouts are unknown. Niagara Falls police say she is believed to be in Lockport, N.Y. with friends and is in danger.
    Anyone with a
  • Former North Tonawanda police chief running for mayor

    Former North Tonawanda police chief running for mayor
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The former North Tonawanda police chief is running for mayor.Tom Krantz, who spent over 30 years with the North Tonawanda Police Department, the last 21 months of which as chief, announced his candidacy on Wednesday.He joined the department in 1991 and worked his way up through the ranks before being promoted to chief in June 2020. He retired in March 2022 to give way to current chief Keith Glass.He said in his announcement that he is running on safe neighborhoods, c
  • Tariff threats may drive Canadian businesses to Buffalo

    Tariff threats may drive Canadian businesses to Buffalo
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The recent threat of President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadians has led Canadian manufacturers to look at Buffalo as a possible place to set up shop.President of Invest Buffalo Niagara Thomas Kucharski said when the potential tariffs were announced back in December, he got a surge in Canadian businesses interested in moving to the United States.
    One site they have their eyes on is Sumitomo Rubber in the Town of Tonawanda.“From these conversations we're havin
  • City of Tonawanda votes to shorten Canal Fest to 6 days

    City of Tonawanda votes to shorten Canal Fest to 6 days
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The City of Tonawanda Common Council on Tuesday night voted to shorten Canal Fest in the city from eight to six days.Canal Fest — shared by the city of Tonawanda and the city of North Tonawanda — first started in 1983 and has since brought a variety of festivities to residents and visitors every summer. It will now run from July 15 to 20 in Tonawanda and remain eight days long in North Tonawanda.The vote follows the council's concerns about financing, security
  • Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons

    Sabres win 4 straight for first time in 2 seasons
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Alex Tuch had two goals and an assist, Bowen Byram added a goal and assist, James Reimer made 27 saves, and the Sabres closed out a victorious four-game homestand with a 3-2 in against the Columbus BlueJackets on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center.The four-game win streak is Buffalo's best since a five-game run in January 2023. Four times this season, the Sabres lost following three consecutive wins.Jason Zucker tallied two assists, captain Rasmus Dahlin got one when Tuch ti
  • Fire causes $215K in damage to Buffalo home, displaces 3

    Fire causes $215K in damage to Buffalo home, displaces 3
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Three adults were displaced by a fire that occurred early Tuesday night in Buffalo, which caused an estimated total of $215,000 in damage, a city spokesperson announced.Just before 6:30 p.m., crews responded to the fire at 53 West Delavan Ave., a two-story residence. Flames were reported in the back of the residence, officials said.Firefighters saved one person who was transported to ECMC for smoke inhalation and is currently in stable condition.Officials said the fire ca
  • Chris Scanlon shares plans to increase property taxes, instill occupancy tax

    Chris Scanlon shares plans to increase property taxes, instill occupancy tax
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Acting Buffalo Mayor Chris Scanlon shared his plans to increase property taxes, instill an occupancy tax for hotels and called for more state funding on Tuesday at a joint budget hearing in Albany.The increase is one way Scanlon is proposing to close the gap on the city's $40 million budget shortfall.Property taxes will increase, Scanlon said, although he did not provide any hard numbers or how soon the increase would be implemented. “[We’re] woefully beh
  • The Latest: Trump says he wants US to take charge of Gaza Strip at press conference with Netanyahu

    The Latest: Trump says he wants US to take charge of Gaza Strip at press conference with Netanyahu
    President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he wants the U.S. to take ownership of the Gaza Strip and redevelop it after Palestinians are resettled elsewhere.He made the remarks in a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Earlier Tuesday, Trump’s Middle East envoy said that a three to five-year timeline for the reconstruction of Gaza is not a viable post-war plan for the battle-torn territory.
    This first visit of a foreign leader during Trump’s second ter
  • Nick's Place to close Amherst Street location

    Nick's Place to close Amherst Street location
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The original Nick's Place will soon be closing its doors after 30 years of being in business.In a post on Facebook, Nick Ananiadis, son of owner Peter Ananiadis, said the restaurant at 504 Amherst St. will be closing its doors on Feb. 22 due to an unforeseen rent increase.
    "My dad has worked 7 days week for as long as I can remember," Nick said in the post. "Both him and Amy Ananiadis built this business from the ground up and have provided for me and my sister. This was
  • WNY college students to travel to New Orleans to volunteer at the Super Bowl

    WNY college students to travel to New Orleans to volunteer at the Super Bowl
    CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Even though the Buffalo Bills are not heading to the Superbowl this year, Western New York will still be represented. Multiple local colleges are preparing to send student volunteers to learn about the sports management industry.
    "I think they really get an understanding of just how much goes into putting together the Super Bowl every year," said Kerry Fischer, an assistant professor of sports management at SUNY Fredonia. "I think this is a good idea, a good way for t
  • North Buffalo woman goes 53 days without reliable heat in her apartment

    North Buffalo woman goes 53 days without reliable heat in her apartment
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A woman living in North Buffalo has not had reliable heat in her apartment for nearly two months.The new apartment building WIVB News 4 has been reporting on is located at 1585 Hertel Ave. Only one of the tenants, Giana Rio, hasn't had reliable heat in 53 days.Rio has had to use space heaters in her apartment to stay warm. Space heaters can become a fire hazard and are not ideal to get through the bitter winter months."I am so happy I called Channel 4 to inform everyone a
  • The Latest: Trump suggests permanently resettling Palestinians from Gaza in meeting with Netanyahu

    The Latest: Trump suggests permanently resettling Palestinians from Gaza in meeting with Netanyahu
    As President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump’s Middle East envoy said that a three to five-year timeline for reconstruction of Gaza is not a viable post-war plan for the battle-torn territory.
    This first visit of a foreign leader during Trump’s second term comes amid lagging support for Netanyahu in Israel. The Israeli prime minister faces competing pressure from his right-wing coalition to end a temporary truce in Gaza and from war-weary Israelis wh
  • The Latest: Netanyahu and Trump to meet at the White House

    The Latest: Netanyahu and Trump to meet at the White House
    As President Trump prepares to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump’s Middle East envoy said that a three to five-year timeline for reconstruction of Gaza is not a viable post-war plan for the battle-torn territory.
    This first visit of a foreign leader during Trump’s second term comes amid lagging support for Netanyahu in Israel. The Israeli prime minister faces competing pressure from his right-wing coalition to end a temporary truce in Gaza and from war-weary
  • Jamestown woman sentenced to 12 years for sex trafficking of minor

    Jamestown woman sentenced to 12 years for sex trafficking of minor
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Jamestown woman was sentenced to serve 12 years in prison for conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of a minor, the United States Attorney's Office announced Tuesday.
    Officials said between August and October 2020, Jasmin Osteen, 27, conspired with others to coerce two 17-year-olds to engage in commercial sex acts.Osteen transported the victims to a hotel in Buffalo where they were given alcohol and drugs. She then reached out to various clients who engaged in commercial
  • Former Buffalo police officer pleads guilty for shooting 14-year-old in leg

    Former Buffalo police officer pleads guilty for shooting 14-year-old in leg
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A retired Buffalo police officer admitted to assault on Tuesday after shooting a 14-year-old last year in the parking lot of Marine Drive Apartments, the Erie County District Attorney's Office announced.Antonio Roman, 67, suspected a group of stealing property from vehicles in the parking lot around 7:30 a.m. on Feb. 8, officials said. He then shot the teen in the leg before the group drove away in a car allegedly reported stolen out of Amherst, according to district atto
  • Buffalo connections to Super Bowl LIX between Chiefs, Eagles

    Buffalo connections to Super Bowl LIX between Chiefs, Eagles
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — No matter who wins this year's Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, Western New York will have ties to a Super Bowl champion.There are a few WNY and Buffalo Bills connections to the two teams playing for the Lombardi Trophy on Feb. 9.Know another connection that we missed? Email [email protected] and let us know.EaglesNick Sirianni, head coach: Sirianni is a Jamestown native who played at Southwestern Central for his dad Fran. His brothe
  • Tariffs paused for 30 days

    Tariffs paused for 30 days
    WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - The tariffs are paused for now, as President Donald Trump agreed to a 30- day suspension after he spoke with both Canada and Mexico. Both countries pledged to enhance their border security and combat drug trafficking.The U.S. was dangerously close to starting a trade war that could have led to higher prices for Americans but instead there is a brief cool down for one month."Either very, very substantial tariffs are going to be paid by them. Or they're going to make some ki
  • Lackawanna votes to ban Airbnb's, other short-term rentals

    Lackawanna votes to ban Airbnb's, other short-term rentals
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Lackawanna city officials voted 3-2 Monday night to ban short-term rentals such as Airbnb's and Vrbo's.
    The decisions affects all districts of the city. It not only ends the ability for new ones, it also forces more than two dozen already operating in the city to shut down.
    Property owners in the area said following the meeting that this will negatively impact the city's economy."We bring in millions of dollars to this area, that has been economically depressed for d
  • Jury selection, trial in Salman Rushdie attack set to begin

    Jury selection, trial in Salman Rushdie attack set to begin
    MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — In 2022, Salman Rushdie was about to deliver a lecture before a live audience in western New York when a man ran towards him and plunged a knife into the author’s hand as he raised it in self-defense.“After that there are many blows, to my neck, to my chest, to my eye, everywhere,” Rushdie recalled in a memoir that followed. “I feel my legs give way, and I fall.”In the coming weeks, Rushdie is expected to return to the same New York count
  • DMV looking into complaints against local driving school

    DMV looking into complaints against local driving school
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is looking into formal complaints against a local driving school, the DMV said.Buffalo Tractor Trailer Institute, located on Lake Shore Road in Blasdell, has provided training to receive a commercial driver’s license. On Monday, an excavator blocked the institute’s entrance, and its sign was boarded up.The DMV said that it has been trying to contact Buffalo Tractor Trailer Institute, and that it has received form
  • Buffalo distillery concerned by divide between Canadian and U.S. spirits

    Buffalo distillery concerned by divide between Canadian and U.S. spirits
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Before President Donald Trump agreed to a 30-day pause on tariffs against Canada and Mexico, Ontario Premier Doug Ford ordered American-made liquor to be removed from Canadians shelves.Even with that pause, the threat of future tariffs concerns one local distillery.“It's the first time we've experienced this, that's for sure,” said Justin Hartman, president of Hartman's Distilling Company.Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau encouraged Canadians to buy local
  • Roger Goodell says perception that officials favor the Chiefs is a 'ridiculous theory'

    Roger Goodell says perception that officials favor the Chiefs is a 'ridiculous theory'
    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell disputed the perception that officials favor the Kansas City Chiefs, saying it’s a “ridiculous theory.”
    Goodell addressed several topics, including diversity, an 18-game season, international expansion, Tom Brady’s dual role as a broadcaster and co-owner and more during his annual news conference that kicked off Super Bowl week on Monday.
    The Chiefs are going for a three-peat Sunday in a rematch against the Philadelp
  • WNY restaurants brace for impact potential tariffs could have on food prices

    WNY restaurants brace for impact potential tariffs could have on food prices
    WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) - The restaurant industry in Western New York is hoping the impact of President Donald Trump's potential tariffs won't have businesses biting off more than they can chew.Tariffs on Mexico and Canada have both been put on a one month hold as of Monday. However, a tariff on China is still set to go into effect as the future remains unclear.Like many restaurants and businesses, Paul Santora, who owns Santora's Pizza Pub & Grill in Williamsville, is waiting to find out
  • Gowanda man arrested following crash of stolen vehicle

    Gowanda man arrested following crash of stolen vehicle
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A man was arrested and charged after a vehicle was reported stolen out of a Gowanda pizza restaurant and later found crashed, according to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office.
    Officials responded to reports of a stolen vehicle at Capozzi's Pizzeria on Sunday. Further reports and an investigation determined that Bransin John, 25, allegedly stole the vehicle and crashed it in Dayton.
    John was taken into custody and was found to have a BAC of .23 percent. The legal limit
  • Jamestown man sentenced to 13 years for narcotics conspiracy

    Jamestown man sentenced to 13 years for narcotics conspiracy
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Jamestown man was sentenced to 13 years in prison after he and two others were involved in a narcotics conspiracy involving 400 grams or more of fentanyl, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Monday.
    Roberto Morales Sanchez, 55, supplied co-conspirators Ryan Bloom and Rachelle Allison with fentanyl and heroin for distribution. The three utilized a residence on Fairview Avenue and Sanchez utilized his own residence on Willis Street for drug trafficking purposes.
    Bloom wa
  • Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to boost border enforcement

    Trump agrees to pause tariffs on Canada and Mexico after they pledge to boost border enforcement
    WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday agreed to a 30-day pause on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada as America's two largest trading partners took steps to appease his concerns about border security and drug trafficking.
    The pauses provide a cool-down period after a tumultuous few days that put North America on the cusp of a trade war that could have crushed economic growth, caused prices to soar and ended two of the United States' most critical partnerships.
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  • Dunkirk man pleads guilty to trafficking, kidnapping

    Dunkirk man pleads guilty to trafficking, kidnapping
    BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Dunkirk resident is facing a minimum of 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking and kidnapping charges on Monday, the U.S. District Attorney's Office announced.Augusto Mateo Francisco, 33, pleaded guilty to two counts of forced labor and one count of transportation of a minor.According to the attorney's office, Francisco, a legal permanent resident from Guatemala, helped Guatemalan migrants illegally enter the United States. Francisco would then provide

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