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• 2 accused of using dead person’s credit card shortly after they passed away

  25-07-2016 23:57 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A former hospital worker and one other person have been indicted after prosecutors say they used a dead person’s credit card multiple times shortly after they passed away.
  Buffalo resident Kenisha Jones, 26, is accused of taking the credit card of an 88-year-old hospital patient and using it less than two hours after they died. Prosecutors say that after it was stolen, it was first used at a gas station on Delevan Ave.
  A few hours later, prosecutors s
  
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• Japanese news agency: 19 dead, 20 injured in knife attack

  25-07-2016 23:38 via wivb.com
  
  SAGAMIHARA, Japan (AP) — The Kyodo news agency is reporting that 19 people are dead and 20 injured following a knife attack in Sagamihara, outside Tokyo.
  A knife-wielding man attacked a facility for the disabled and then turned himself in, police said.
  News 4 will provide more information as it becomes available.
  
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• At least 19 killed, about 20 injured in knifing near Tokyo

  25-07-2016 23:38 via wivb.com
  
  TOKYO (AP) — At least 19 people were killed and about 20 wounded in a knife attack Tuesday at a facility for the handicapped in a city just outside Tokyo in the worst mass killing in generations in Japan.
  Police said they responded to a call about 2:30 a.m. from an employee saying something horrible was happening at the facility in the city of Sagamihara, west of Tokyo.
  A man turned himself in at a police station about two hours later, police in Sagamihara said. He left the knife in his ca
  
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• At least 15 killed, dozens injured in knifing near Tokyo

  25-07-2016 23:38 via wivb.com
  
  TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s national broadcaster NHK reports that 15 people were killed and 45 injured in a knife attack Tuesday at a facility for the handicapped in Sagamihara, just outside Tokyo.
  The report said police have arrested a knife-wielding man after he turned himself in.
  NHK said the suspect, 26, is a former employee at the facility, Tsukui Yamayuri-en, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
  Television footage showed a number of ambulances parked outside the facility, with m
  
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• NY lifting food, beverage ban at funeral homes

  25-07-2016 23:31 via wivb.com
  
  ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York is lifting its ban on serving food or beverages at funeral homes next year under a law signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
  The measure directs the state health department to write regulations and takes effect in 180 days.
  It authorizes funeral homes to serve or have catered service for non-alcoholic beverages and incidental food like baked goods, sandwiches, snacks and platters.
  They remain prohibited in preparation and embalming rooms.
  Sponsors say 48 other states al
  
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• More flood frustrations for Lackwanna homeowner

  25-07-2016 23:25 via wivb.com
  
  LACKWANNA, N.Y. (WIVB)- Imagine waking up to a foot of water in your basement. It was a harsh reality for Lackawanna homeowner Renee Stampone Sunday morning.
  She said she felt like she was on an island in her own home. The flooding was due to a series of water main breaks in Erie County over the weekend.
  Stampone had to rent an industrial-style pump to get the water out, but the damage is nowhere near done; the wood-paneled walls are swollen and cracked and the entire area smells of water m
  
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• Erie County Department of Health addressing fox problem at vacant Amherst home

  25-07-2016 23:09 via wivb.com
  
  AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) —  An update to a story we brought you a couple weeks ago on News 4. Neighbors say a vacant home in Amherst is being invaded by foxes.
  The house on Hubbardston Place has been vacant since 2010 and neighbors say they’ve been dealing with a fox problem for years. But since News 4’s Angela Christoforos’s report aired on the 15th, the Erie County Department of Health has stepped in to address the issue.
  They put larvicide in the pool and also issued
  
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• DNC apologizes for ‘inexcusable remarks’

  25-07-2016 23:07 via wivb.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Democratic National Committee is offering its “deep and sincere apology” to Bernie Sanders, his supporters and the entire party for what it calls “the inexcusable remarks made over email.”
  The statement from incoming interim party leader, Donna Brazile, and six other officials says the comments in the emails “do not reflect the values of the DNC or our steadfast commitment to neutrality during the nominating process.”
  The sta
  
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• Farmers say Monday’s rainfall still not enough to reverse damage caused by drought

  25-07-2016 22:55 via wivb.com
  
  BRANT, N.Y. (WIVB) — When the Co-owner of MCR Farms pulls sweet corn out of the ground, dry roots are a telling sign of how the drought has affected the crop.
  “We planted it deep for drought season and it just never rained there’s not enough water to get there, there’s no water in the ponds, no water to irrigate with,” said Martin Rosiek, MCR Farms Co-owner/Operator.
  Rosiek says Monday’s rainfall was only a dusting on their farm, and it’s not enough to r
  
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• Bills’ Jonathan Williams arrest video released

  25-07-2016 22:43 via wivb.com
  
  FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (WIVB) — A video of Buffalo Bills’ rookie Jonathan Williams being arrested on a DUI charge has been released by TMZ.
  Williams, a running back and fifth-round draft pick, was arrested in Arkansas on July 14 after police there suspected him of driving drunk.
  Williams previously played for the Arkansas Razorbacks before being selected 156th overall by the Bills.
  Representatives with the NFL said that Williams had “red, watery eyes” and spoke with
  
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• Many local newpapers cease printing due to company shutdown

  25-07-2016 22:23 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Many local newspapers are no more as Community Papers of Western New York is shutting down.
  The company operated various local newspapers, like these listed here:
  Arcade Pennysaver
  Blasdell Pennysaver
  Cheektowaga Pennysaver
  Cuba/Franklin Pennysaver
  Gowanda News
  Hamburg Pennysaver
  Lockport Star
  North Tonawanda Sun
  Springville Journal
  City of Tonawanda Sun
  It also operated three magazines — WNY Health Magazine, WNY Fashion & Lifestyle and WNY K
  
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• LIVE STREAM: Democratic National Convention

  25-07-2016 21:42 via wivb.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (WIVB) — Watch the Democratic National Convention speakers live here.
  APP USERS | Tap here to watch the convention.
  
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• Lewiston Police: 80 pot plants found in house during search

  25-07-2016 21:35 via wivb.com
  
  LEWISTON, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Lewiston Police Department says they uncovered a marijuana growing operation on Model City Road.
  Around 5:30 a.m. Monday, police say they found 80 marijuana plants in a house used solely for growing.
  The search was the culmination of a long investigation by police.
  Authorities plan to press charges related to the alleged discovery.
  
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• Winning Powerball ticket bought in Niagara Falls

  25-07-2016 21:28 via wivb.com
  
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — The New York Lottery says a winning Powerball ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven store in Niagara Falls.
  The $50,000 ticket was bought at a location on Niagara Falls Boulevard and declared a winner on Saturday.
  In all, the Powerball jackpot was worth more than $391 million. Since there was no top winner declared, the jackpot has since moved up to $422 million.
  
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• Slow Roll to affect Buffalo streets Monday

  25-07-2016 21:09 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Police are asking local drivers to take caution as the Slow Roll bike event makes its way through various streets Monday evening.
  Streets that could be affected by the event are listed here:
  South Park
  Southside Parkway
  Seneca Street
  Abbott Road
  McKinley Avenue
  Dorrance Avenue
  The routes will be affected at various times between 5:30-9 p.m.
  
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• Teen stabs another teen overnight

  25-07-2016 20:57 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Police say a 15-year-old boy stabbed another teenager on Stevenson St. just after midnight Monday.
  The two were involved in some kind of dispute when the stabbing occurred. The victim, who was only identified as a 16-year-old boy, was treated at ECMC and released.
  The 15-year-old was charged with second-degree assault and criminal possession of a weapon with intent to use.
  
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• FBI investigates DNC hacking; Clinton campaign blames Russia

  25-07-2016 20:42 via wivb.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI said Monday it is investigating how thousands of Democratic National Committee emails were hacked, a breach that Hillary Clinton’s campaign maintains was committed by Russia to benefit Donald Trump.
  A statement from the FBI confirmed that it is “investigating a cyber intrusion involving the DNC,” adding that “a compromise of this nature is something we take very seriously.”
  Wikileaks posted emails Friday that suggested the DNC was fav
  
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• Boos and jeers: Dem convention roiled by emails, chairwoman

  25-07-2016 20:29 via wivb.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Seeking to avoid a televised display of disunity, Bernie Sanders on Monday urged supporters to line up behind Democrat Hillary Clinton and claimed victory in deposing and sidelining a top party official.
  Some of his supporters jeered in disapproval, indicating turmoil at this week’s Democratic National Convention won’t end with the departure of the party chairman, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida.
  Speaking to his convention delegates, just hours befo
  
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• Olean man charged with stealing his brother’s firearms

  25-07-2016 19:43 via wivb.com
  
  OLEAN, NY (WIVB) –  A Southern Tier man has been arrested for stealing his brother’s firearms.
  New York State Police arrested Ryen Putt, 24, of Olean and charged him with grand larceny.
  Lawmen responded to a call of three long guns missing from a home on Happy Hollow Road in the Town of Portville.  Putt allegedly sold the firearms to a local gunshop.
  He’s facing charges of fourth degree grand larceny and was issued an appearance ticket.
   
  
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• Water main break temporarily detours drivers on Sheridan Drive

  25-07-2016 19:03 via wivb.com
  
  AMHERST, NY (WIVB) –    Motorists  were temporarily detoured in the area of Sheridan Drive and Harlem Road.
  Another water main break closed off traffic from Sunrise Boulevard to the Youngmann Expressway.  Drivers have restricted lanes but traffic is flowing once again.
  Brenda sent us this picture of water gushing from a  break.
   
  
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• Water main break detours at Sheridan near Harlem Road

  25-07-2016 19:03 via wivb.com
  
  AMHERST, NY (WIVB) –    Motorists need to stay away from the area of Sheridan Drive and Harlem Road.
  Another water main break in that area has closed off traffic from Sunrise Boulevard to the Youngmann Expressway.
  Brenda sent us this picture of water gushing from the break.
   
  
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• A pair of astronauts to open UB’s Distinguished Speakers Series

  25-07-2016 18:51 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) –UB has announced the lineup for the University of  Buffalo’s Distinguished Speakers Series.  This year the university will host a pair of astronauts, an actor and a  former U.S. Attorney General.
  Astronauts Mark Kelly and Scott Kelly, Sept. 22.
  Randi Zuckerberg, Oct. 26. Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media
  John Cleese, Dec. 9. Actor known for work in “Monty Python” films
  Former U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr., Feb. 1
  
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• Lightning strikes 94-year-old monastery chimney in Buffalo, knocks down trees

  25-07-2016 15:00 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)-  Thunderstorms with lightning caused problems for thousands of people Monday morning, mostly in Erie County. As many as 2,000 people lost power in Buffalo and Hamburg, and are still waiting for it to be restored. The power outages are impacting traffic signals as well, and police want drivers to remember to treat any intersections impacted as a four-way stops.    
  94-year-old chimney damaged in lightning strikeView of damage from inside chapelLightning s
  
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• Mercy Hospital of Buffalo still fully operational after water main break

  25-07-2016 13:26 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Buffalo water crews were busy Monday morning working to repair a broken water main on Abbott Road, while staff at the nearby hospital were busy checking for issues inside.
  At last check, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo remains unaffected by the water main break.
  The break was discovered around 2 a.m. Monday, and a Buffalo police officer alerted hospital officials. The hospital immediately put its plans into action and began going room by room and floor by floor to assess t
  
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• BREAKING NEWS: Two dead, 15 hurt in Fort Myers nightclub shooting

  25-07-2016 10:41 via wivb.com
  
  FT. MYERS, FLA. (WIVB) — At least two people are dead, and 15 others hurt, in an early morning shooting at a nightclub.
  A Sheriff’s spokesperson tells CBS affiliate WINK, many deputies were called to Club Blu, which was hosting a teen party.
  One suspect is detained, and another is still being sought, according to WINK.
  Witnesses call the scene a “mad house,” saying people were crying and screaming.
  This is a breaking news story.  Watch News 4 Wake Up! and follow @New
  
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• 2 dead, 15 hurt in Fort Myers nightclub shooting

  25-07-2016 10:41 via wivb.com
  
  FT. MYERS, FLA. (WIVB) — At least two people are dead, and 15 others hurt, in an early morning shooting at a nightclub.
  A Sheriff’s spokesperson tells CBS affiliate WINK, many deputies were called to Club Blu, which was hosting a teen party.
  The victims have arrived at area hospitals, some with minor injuries, and others described as life-threatening.
  One suspect is detained, and another is still being sought, according to WINK.  Two people were taken into custody at another loc
  
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• Changes may be coming to Buffalo’s Skyway

  25-07-2016 05:30 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Changes may be coming to Buffalo’s Skyway.
  The NYSDOT has agreed to study alternatives.
  Congressman Brian Higgins and State Senator Tim Kennedy made the announcement Sunday.
  The environmental impact study will analyze the affects of removing or replacing the Skyway.
  In a letter, DOT commissioner Matthew Driscoll says they will look at the mobility, environmental, cultural and economic affects.
  Congressman Higgins say this could take years, but once the study is
  
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• Catching up with college hoops legend Christian Laettner

  25-07-2016 04:32 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – For over half of a decade, former Duke Blue Devil great and Angola native Christian Laettner has spent his summers teaching the next generation of hoops players at his Christian Laettner Basketball Academy. He was in town again this past week to hold another one of the camps. While it is also about having fun, Laettner says the week is focused on teaching his campers on how to improve their game.
  “Well of course we want the kids to have fun, but at the same tim
  
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• Lackawanna home flooded after water main break

  25-07-2016 04:24 via wivb.com
  
  LACKAWANNA, N.Y. (WIVB) — A number of homes in Erie County had low water pressure or no water at all Sunday after the county announced there were 11 water main breaks.
  A homeowner in Lackawanna suffered even more from the breaks after water started rushing into her basement.
  Renee Stampone told News 4 she woke up to water all around her house at about 7 a.m. as a result of the water main break. She said it looked like her house was an island.
  “I had my grandmother’s car parked
  
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• Two people rescued after boat capsizes in Niagara River

  25-07-2016 01:18 via wivb.com
  
  CITY OF NORTH TONAWANDA (WIVB) — Two people had to be rescued after a rowboat they were in capsized in the Niagara River.
  NCSO Marine Deputies and City of Tonawanda Marine police responded to a call just after 2 p.m. Sunday, for a man in the water on the west side of Tonawanda Island, who could not be found.
  According to the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office, a small 12 foot row boat capsized, causing an elderly man and another person to fall into the water.
  The elderly man was fo
  
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