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• At least a dozen arrests in spate of “copycat” threats against schools across country

  19-02-2018 21:14 via wivb.com
  BROWARD, Fla. — Authorities have reported a number of “copycat” threatsagainst schools across the country in the wake of last week’s deadly shooting at a Parkland, Fla. high school last Wednesday, prompting several arrests around the country.
  Broward Sheriff Scott Israel told reporters on Thursday that a number of threats had been made against other schools since the mass shooting that left 17 dead and 14 wounded at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
  
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• Ted’s offering 91-cent hot dogs on Wednesday to celebrate anniversary

  19-02-2018 19:52 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Ted’s Hot Dogs is offering a special deal on regular hot dogs this Wednesday to celebrate 91 years in business.
  The restaurant chain will be offering unlimited regular hot dogs for 91 cents.
  Every location will be offering the deal.
  MORE | See where you can go here.
  
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• SPCA Monday: Roscoe

  19-02-2018 19:35 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The SPCA Serving Erie County brought a pug mix to News 4 on Monday.
  Roscoe is 10 months old, and is looking for a home.
  If you are interested in adopting him, call the SPCA at (716) 875-7360.
  
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• Jamestown firefighter charged after domestic incident

  19-02-2018 19:29 via wivb.com
  JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Jamestown firefighter was arrested following a domestic dispute in the city.
  On Saturday night, Jamestown police officers responded to an Alfred St. residence after receiving a report of a situation involving a handgun.
  Police say they spoke with the victim after she ran to a neighbor’s house for help.
  According to officers, her boyfriend, Ryan DiDomenico, 35, was in a physical altercation with her, and “held her down on the floor against her will.&rd
  
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• Sen. Schumer: Land secured for veterans cemetery in Pembroke

  19-02-2018 18:19 via wivb.com
  PEMBROKE, N.Y. (WIVB) — U.S. Senator Charles Schumer announced on Monday that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs acquired the land needed to make a new cemetery for veterans in western New York.
  The two recently acquired parcels of land, 60 and 77 acres each, are located in Pembroke.
  “I applaud the Department of Veteran Affairs for overcoming this last impediment and acquiring these two land parcels,” Schumer said. “With this final hurdle cleared, I urge the VA
  
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• Orchard Park police search for suspect responsible for 12 weekend car larcenies

  19-02-2018 18:14 via wivb.com
  ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — Orchard Park police believe late Saturday night or into the early morning hours of Sunday someone stole items from at least a dozen cars in the area of Chestnut Ridge and Armor Duells road.
  The suspect hit several subdivisions and now police are hoping surveillance video will help them track down the suspect.
  “They hit several subdivisions that night, not only was it the Ashwood subdivision they hit over on Hilltown. Our guys followed tracks all the way ov
  
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• Buffalo Behind the Scenes: Hawk Creek Wildlife Center

  19-02-2018 17:41 via wivb.com
  WEST FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Hawk Creek Wildlife Center has been caring for a variety of birds and wildcats for decades, starting on the director’s property in East Aurora in 1986. In 2017, its new facility opened in West Falls, to help even more animals in need.
  “As Hawk Creek’s mission over the last 30 years has grown and evolved and expanded, we also needed to grow and expand our facility,” explained Tanya Lowe, the director of wildlife education. “We&rsqu
  
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• Walmart launching new clothing brands

  19-02-2018 17:27 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) — Walmart is launching clothing brands for women, kids and plus-size customers.
  The new lines will be low-cost, with some shirts selling for less than three dollars.
  Walmart will phase out some of its older ones, such as Faded Glory and White Stag.
  The move is designed to compete with Amazon’s growing share of the apparel market.
  
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• Lucky Charms introduces new unicorn marshmallow

  19-02-2018 16:38 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) — Your bowl of Lucky Charms will now feature a new marshmallow.
  The cereal’s Twitter account posted a photo on Monday morning, displaying a box featuring a unicorn.
  The box read “Now With Magical Unicorn Marshmallows.”
  Here is their tweet:
  When all yourUNICORNdreams come true! #magicallydelicious #unicornmarshmallow # # pic.twitter.com/6tygbXGUK8
  — Lucky Charms (@LuckyCharms) February 19, 2018
  
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• Couple and their dogs rescued from Letchworth Gorge

  19-02-2018 16:21 via wivb.com
  LETCHWORTH, N.Y. (WIVB) — New York State Park police say a Buffalo-area couple and their two dogs were rescued from the Letchworth Gorge.
  Officers, state police and fire officials responded to the area of the Hogsback overlook shortly before 5 p.m. on Sunday.
  There, officials say a dog slipped in an icy area, broke away from their leash and ended up in the ravine. The second dog broke free and followed the first one.
  The couple reacted, following the dogs in an attempt to help them up
  
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• Buffalo man shot multiple times on Shepard Street

  19-02-2018 15:50 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo police say a man was shot multiple times on Shepard St.
  The victim, who was only identified as a 19-year-old Buffalo resident, was struck by gunfire just before 1 a.m.
  He is now listed in critical condition at ECMC.
  Anyone with information on the shooting can call or text the police department’s confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.
  
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• Buffalo man shot multiple times on Shepard St.

  19-02-2018 15:50 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo police say a man was shot multiple times on Shepard St.
  The victim, who was only identified as a 19-year-old Buffalo resident, was struck by gunfire just before 1 a.m.
  He was taken to ECMC, where police say he was initially listed as being in serious condition.
  Anyone with information on the shooting can call or text the police department’s confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.
  
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• New test could help doctors diagnose autism

  19-02-2018 15:17 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) — A groundbreaking test may one day help researchers detect autism.
  A team of British scientists found that children with autism have higher levels of damage to proteins in their blood plasma.
  They created a new blood and urine test that could soon be used to diagnose autism.
  Experts remained cautious, saying it will be years before this test is available for doctors. They need to repeat the study’s findings in other groups.
  MORE | Learn more about the test, developed by
  
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• School walkouts, sit-ins planned after Florida shooting

  19-02-2018 15:05 via wivb.com
  (AP) — The mass shooting at a Florida high school that left 17 people dead has sparked calls for walkouts, sit-ins and other actions on school campuses across the United States aimed at pushing lawmakers to pass tougher gun laws.
  Organizers behind the Women’s March, an anti-Trump and female empowerment protest, called for a 17-minute walkout on March 14 to “protest Congress’ inaction to do more than tweet thoughts and prayers in response to the gun violence plaguing our s
  
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• Orchard Park police looking for suspect in car larcenies

  19-02-2018 14:06 via wivb.com
  ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — Police in Orchard Park are looking to identify a person they say committed a number of car larcenies over the weekend.
  The thefts took place in the Chestnut Ridge and Armor Duells area.
  MORE | See video of the person want to identify here.
  Anyone with information on the incidents can call police at (716) 662-6444.
  
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• Report: Tops could file for bankruptcy this week

  19-02-2018 13:57 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Bloomberg report says Tops could file for bankruptcy as early as this week.
  UFCW Local One released a statement saying all 12,000 of their employees that work for the company have been receiving benefits, including health, pension and 401K contributions.
  They went on to say they will be monitoring for any changes.
  News 4 reached out to Tops for comment, but we have not heard back.
  
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• Researchers: Link between processed foods and cancer

  19-02-2018 13:39 via wivb.com
  (WIVB) — A new study shows a possible link between highly processed foods and cancer.
  French and Brazilian researchers looked at and surveyed more than 100,000 people.
  They found diets high in ultra-processed foods, such as packaged baked goods, soda and sugar cereals were associated with increased risks for cancer.
  MORE | Read the study here.
  
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• Capitals forward calls fans racial taunts ‘disgusting’

  19-02-2018 13:25 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — This wasn’t the first time Devante Smith-Pelly has had racial taunts directed at him during a hockey game.
  And the Washington Capitals forward knew immediately what the intent of the message was when a few fans began chanting “basketball, basketball, basketball,” while Smith-Pelly sat in the penalty box during a 7-1 loss at Chicago on Saturday night. Smith-Pelly, a black player in a sport dominated by white athletes, heard a simila
  
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• Fergie’s NBA All-Star Game national anthem confuses, amuses

  19-02-2018 13:09 via wivb.com
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fergie tried something different with her national anthem at the NBA All-Star Game, and not everybody was cheering.
  The Black Eyed Peas singer’s slow, bluesy rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” on Sunday night wasn’t particularly well received at Staples Center or on social media before the 67th edition of the NBA’s annual showcase.
  A low chuckle rumbled through the sold-out arena after Fergie finished the first line of the song with a t
  
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• Volunteer firefighters without worker’s comp, amid contract negotiations

  19-02-2018 05:39 via wivb.com
  MARILLA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Volunteer firefighters in Marilla say they’re sounding the alarm and putting more than their lives at risk. They say they haven’t received worker’s compensation since the beginning of the year. The town supervisor says that’s because a contract hasn’t been signed yet. But the fire company says there’s a reason why.
  As the volunteer firefighters in Marilla head to a call, they’re prepared for a different kind of risk.
  “T
  
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• Wildcats win 5th straight, top Queens 69-57

  19-02-2018 03:59 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The Daemen Wildcats picked up their fifth straight win on Sunday, knocking off Queens College 69-57 to improve to 19-7 overall.
  Andrew Sischo led the way scoring 13 of his 19 points in second half. Breon Harris chipped in with 18 while Darius Garvin added 12 in the victory.
  Tied at 50 with a little more than seven minutes to play in the game, the duo of Sischo and Harris powered the Wildcats on a 19-7 run to end the game to secure the win.
  Daemen closes out the regul
  
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