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• National Grid working to brighten holiday spirits for those at Kevin Guest House

  28-11-2017 23:56 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Lights are shining bright at the Kevin Guest House on Carlton Street right in the heart of the medical campus.
  Workers from National Grid spent time arranging and hanging bows, straightening out wreaths, hanging snowflakes, and putting up Christmas lights at the house. It’s what they’ve been doing each Giving Tuesday for the last five years as they’re hoping to spread holiday cheer for those who are living in the rooming house while receiving c
  
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• Human trafficker sentenced to 11 years

  28-11-2017 23:17 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)- 23-year-old Derek Harris, who admitted to running a sex trafficking ring out of an Amherst Motel, was sentenced in State Supreme Court Tuesday.
  Harris will serve 11 years for Sex Trafficking and 2 1/3 to 7 years for two counts of Promoting Prostitution in the 3rd Degree; the sentences will run concurrently.
  “He would go on Facebook and he would identify young girls on Facebook, he would then send messages to them via Facebook. He’d cast out a wide net,
  
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• Buffalo Police investigating possible attempted abduction at bus stop

  28-11-2017 22:35 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Buffalo Police are investigating a possible attempted abduction involving a 13-year-old girl.
  The incident occurred Monday morning at about 6:45 a.m. near Massachusetts Avenue and Columbus Parkway.Central District officers say a 13-year-old girl was waiting at a bus stop when a black, four-door vehicle pulled up. At some point, police say three black males jumped out of the vehicle and began chasing her.
  Police say that the men ripped her jacket but she was able to g
  
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• Jamestown Police looking for suspect in armed robbery at gas station

  28-11-2017 22:20 via wivb.com
  JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WIVB) – Jamestown Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened early Tuesday morning at the Kwik Fill at 1617 W. Third St.
  The suspect was wearing a ski mask and is believed to be a black male 6’4″ or taller who was wearing a black coat with a light blue hooded sweatshirt underneath and was carrying a backpack. The suspect displayed a knife and left the store on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash from the register, heading toward W. Third Street
  
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• For the first time since the end of the Cold War, Hawaii will test nuclear sirens

  28-11-2017 21:42 via wivb.com
  (CNN) – Hawaii is taking those threats from North Korea seriously.Starting Friday, the state will start monthly testing of a nuclear warning siren system aimed at alerting residents to an impending nuclear missile strike. It’s the first such tests in the Aloha State since the end of the Cold War.The test of the nuclear warning siren will be conducted during the monthly tests of the overall statewide warning siren system, according to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency.
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• Up to $2,500 reward offered for information in February homicide in Buffalo

  28-11-2017 21:39 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Up to a $2,500 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in the February homicide of a Buffalo man.
  Mario Hayes, pictured, was killed at 8:50 p.m. on Feb. 3 at 116 St. Louis Place.
  Crime Stoppers Buffalo is offering up to $1,000 for information, and the Buffalo Police Department is offering $1,500.
  Anyone with information on the homicide is asked to call Crime Stoppers Buffalo at 716-867-6161.
  
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• Another Bar Bill restaurant planned for Clarence

  28-11-2017 20:00 via wivb.com
  CLARENCE, N.Y. (WIVB) — The owner of popular East Aurora restaurant The Bar Bill Tavern has confirmed plans for another restaurant.
  They recently purchased the Old Red Mill site in Clarence.
  Not many details are known yet.
  Bar Bill recently won Best Beef on Week and Best Wings in our Buffalo’s Best polls.
  
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• US official: North Korea launches its 1st missile in 2 months

  28-11-2017 19:45 via wivb.com
  WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S. official says North Korea has conducted its first missile launch in more than two months.
  The official wasn’t authorized to speak publicly on the matter and demanded anonymity.
  The Pentagon on Tuesday was more cautious, calling it a “probable” missile launch. Col. Rob Manning, a spokesman said, “We detected a probable missile launch from North Korea” at approximately 1:30 p.m. EST. He said the Pentagon is asses
  
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• ‘Jersey Shore’ cast to reunite on MTV for ‘Family Vacation’

  28-11-2017 18:54 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — Snooki, JWOWW, The Situation and most of the original “Jersey Shore” cast are returning to MTV for another installment of the reality series next year.
  MTV announced “Jersey Shore Family Vacation” on Monday during the premiere of “Floribama Shore,” a spinoff of the original “Jersey Shore,” which ran on MTV from 2009 to 2012. The series followed the adventures of the group of 20-somethings as they spent
  
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• Sex trafficker sentenced to 11 years in jail

  28-11-2017 18:39 via wivb.com
  AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — On Tuesday, Derek Harris was sentenced to 11 years in prison.
  Harris pleaded guilty to charges of sex trafficking and promoting prostitution last month.
  He confessed to running an illegal business out of the Boulevard Inn motel in Amherst. Facebook and Backpage, an advertising site known for prostitution, were used by Harris to lure girls into performing sexual acts for money.
  The Erie County District Attorney’s office said his victims were
  
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• Giving Tuesday volunteers, Dining for Dollars helping Community Missions

  28-11-2017 18:23 via wivb.com
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) – Every year on the Tuesday right after Thanksgiving, community members step up to help out organizations that serve their neighbors in need.
  This year, volunteers from Niagara University and local high schools have come together at the Community Missions of Niagara Frontier to do their part.
  Niagara University Vincentian Scholars worked Tuesday morning to make a hot breakfast for Community Missions clients, while high schoolers donated their time in the Food Pan
  
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• Man facing arson charges for early morning East Delavan Avenue fire

  28-11-2017 18:09 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — An early morning fire broke at a home at 218 East Delavan Avenue in Buffalo around 4 am. The roof was destroyed and now charred debris surrounds the home and investigators believe it wasn’t an accident.
  “The lady who lived there was screaming call the fire department so I called the fire department, so I ran in and woke my family up and got my wife and my 2 kids out,” said Jerome Dandridge, who lives next door.
  Several neighbors woke up to flames bu
  
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• State Comptroller releases results of audits in Colden, Franklinville, Town of Tonawanda

  28-11-2017 18:04 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) — New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has released the results of a series of audits, including some which took place in Colden, Franklinville and the Town of Tonawanda.
  In the Town of Colden, highway operations were audited. According to DiNapoli, the superintendent made purchases without soliciting bids or quotes, which is required.
  This resulted in the town paying $8,800 more than needed for a dump truck. $32,000 in road materials were purchased without obtaining comp
  
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• Coats 4 Kids Live Drive takes place Tuesday

  28-11-2017 16:45 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — News 4 is holding the Coats 4 Kids Live Drive on Tuesday, Nov. 28.
  We are collecting coats, hats, scarves and gloves for children in need this Winter.
  The first part of the drive took place at Russell’s Steaks, Chops and More on Transit Rd. from 5 to 9 a.m. See Russell Salvatore and Wing King Drew Cerza at the drive in the videos below:
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  The second part of the drive will take place at Market in the Square from 4-6:
  
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• Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show to air on CBS

  28-11-2017 15:46 via wivb.com
  SHANGHAI, China (WIVB) — The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show airs Tuesday night in more than 190 countries.
  The show was filmed last week for the first time in Shanghai.
  The lineup for the show includes a performance by Harry Styles, and the return of favorite Victoria’s Secret models.
  You can watch the show at 10 p.m. on CBS.
  
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• 2 planes clip wings at New York’s JFK airport

  28-11-2017 15:20 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — A plane has clipped wings with another plane while taxiing at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.
  The Federal Aviation Administration says the right wing of EgyptAir Flight 986, a Boeing 777 headed to Cairo, touched the left wing of London-bound Virgin Atlantic Flight 4C.
  It happened just after 7 p.m. Monday. There were no reports of any injuries.
  The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey says both planes returned to the terminal. Offi
  
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• Buffalo police: 4 arrested related to meth lab operation

  28-11-2017 15:13 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo police say they arrested four people overnight related to a meth lab operation.
  According to police, the operation was taking place at a home on the first block of Chadduck Ave.
  Guns were recovered from the scene.
  News 4 will have more information as soon as it is available.
  
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• Jay-Z, Bruno Mars lead Grammy noms in top categories

  28-11-2017 14:45 via wivb.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — Jay-Z is the leader of the 2018 Grammy Award nominations in a year where the top four categories are heavily dominated by rap and R&B artists, giving the often overlooked genres a strong chance of winning big.
  The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that Jay-Z is nominated for eight honors, including album, song, and record of the year. Bruno Mars is also nominated for the big three, while Kendrick Lamar — who earned seven nominations — and Childis
  
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• Arby’s buying Buffalo Wild Wings in deal valued at $2.4B

  28-11-2017 14:11 via wivb.com
  ATLANTA (AP) — Arby’s is buying casual dining chain Buffalo Wild Wings in a deal worth about $2.4 billion.
  Arby’s Restaurant Group Inc. said Tuesday that it will pay $157 per share. That’s a 7 percent premium to Buffalo Wild Wings Inc.’s Monday closing price of $146.40.
  The companies put the transaction’s value at $2.9 billion, including debt. Once the deal closes Buffalo Wild Wing will become a privately held subsidiary of Arby’s and will continue to op
  
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• Fire on E. Delavan ruled arson, suspect in custody

  28-11-2017 12:29 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A two-alarm fire on E. Delavan Ave. caused more than $60,000 in damage Tuesday morning.
  Upper level of the house collapsing.@news4buffalo pic.twitter.com/YjzFcPzi2c
  — Chris (@CBNEWSPHOTOG) November 28, 2017First responders went to the scene around 4 a.m.
  The fire started at a house near Canisius College, and ended up damaging two other houses as well.
  Officials say the fire began on the first house’s second floor and spread to the attic. They believe this
  
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• Crews battle large house fire on E. Delavan Ave.

  28-11-2017 12:29 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Fire Department was seen battling a large house fire on E. Delavan Ave. Tuesday morning.
  Upper level of the house collapsing.@news4buffalo pic.twitter.com/YjzFcPzi2c
  — Chris (@CBNEWSPHOTOG) November 28, 2017The department said everyone was able to safely escape the home. The American Red Cross is assisting several adults and children.
  It is not clear how much damage the fire caused, but it did spread to the attic of a neighboring house.
  The cause of
  
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• Activists & leaders call for more community centers in Buffalo

  28-11-2017 05:43 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB)- As the medical corridor continues to grow, people living in Buffalo’s Fruit Belt neighborhood are asking for the city to invest in their daily lives.
  “None of those benefits are trickling down from our anchor institutions into our neighborhoods,” said India Walton, a resident and activist.
  She wants to see a new community center opened in the neighborhood.
  “I think it would really just bring back a real sense of unity and bring back a sense of h
  
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• Double-digit tax increase on the table for Niagara Falls business owners

  28-11-2017 05:13 via wivb.com
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — A double-digit tax increase proposal has residents and business owners upset in Niagara Falls.
  The mayor’s budget proposal includes increasing commercial taxes by 14.7 percent next year.
  “Right now the mayor’s proposed budget has us going over the tax cap here in the city by about $2.3 million where we should only be at about $870,000,” said Councilman Kenny Tompkins, City of Niagara Falls.
  Councilman Tompkins says the increase isn&rsquo
  
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• VIDEO: Foods to help you feel full

  28-11-2017 05:06 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) – Feeling like you overindulged over Thanksgiving?
  Here are some foods that will help keep you fuller longer.
  
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• McDermott calls preparing for Pats a “headache”

  28-11-2017 02:10 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Typically after a win on Sunday, teams are able to relish in their success with what has commonly become known as “Victory Monday.”
  “What I’m most focused on right now is the game this weekend,” Sean McDermott told reporters a day after improving to 6-5 with a 16-10 win.
  So much for enjoying a win for 24 hours, right?
  “They’re defending world champions and until someone beats them and becomes world champion, then they are the
  
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• WATCH: Tre’ White shares special call with Deion Sanders

  28-11-2017 01:36 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Bills and Chiefs stunned many with a draft day trade back in April.  In exchange for the 10th pick, Kansas City not only sent their the 27th overall selection in 2017 to Buffalo, but sweetened the deal with a 2018 first round pick.
  Sunday against the Chiefs, it was Tre’Davious White — who was selected 27th by the Bills — that came up with a game-winning interception to secure a 16-10 win for Buffalo.
  A celebratory moment in it’s own r
  
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• Massage Envy therapists accused of sexual assault by more than 180 women

  28-11-2017 01:36 via wivb.com
  (CBS NEWS) – Popular chain Massage Envy faces allegations of sexual assault – and that it mishandled those claims.
  An investigation by BuzzFeed News found more than 180 women have accused therapists at Massage Envy of groping and other sexual acts. Massage Envy told CBS News their therapists have done 125 million massages over the past 15 years. Still, it said even one incident is too many, reports CBS News’ Meg Oliver.
  Susan Ingram said her masseur turned into a sexu
  
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