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• LOOK BACK: Billy Graham visits Buffalo in 1988

  21-02-2018 20:53 via wivb.com
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — As many people across the world mourn the loss of Rev. Billy Graham, look back at this story that aired on News 4 when Graham visited Buffalo in 1988.
  The story was written by Octavia Hudson.
  Script:
  “God has a plan.”
  All last week Reverend Dr. Billy Graham laid out his understanding of God’s plan, and thousands accepted it. The Billy Graham Crusade packed up and left Buffalo yesterday, where memories of the man and his message linger.
  “There
  
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• Judge denies motion to dismiss indictment against Tops shooter

  10-12-2025 22:52 via wivb.com
  
  U.S. District Judge Lawrence Vilardo said the disparities with the Grand Jury the defense cited in the motion to dismiss 'are neither unfair nor systematic.'
  
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• Dion Dawkins helps distribute holiday grocery boxes

  10-12-2025 22:39 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Families in Tonawanda got some help on Tuesday thanks to a team effort that included Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins. The Buffalo Bills Foundation, Dion's Dreams, Wegmans, FeedMore Western New York and the Salvation Army joined forces to distribute 200 holiday grocery boxes to local families. "It could be Thanksgiving ... [...]
  
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• Bills RB Ray Davis teams up with food drive

  10-12-2025 22:37 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Dozens of families in need received nutritious food on the table after Bills running back Ray Davis teamed up with community partners for food drives in Western New York. Davis handed out groceries and holiday desserts to families at "Our Mommie Village" on Jefferson Avenue on Tuesday. Davis said that after [...]
  
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• Stakes couldn't be higher in Bills, Patriots showdown

  10-12-2025 22:18 via wivb.com
  
  ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Bills’ five-year reign atop the AFC East is on the line this Sunday, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. A sixth consecutive division crown now feels like a long shot, but hope of keeping that dynasty alive begins with a win against the New England Patriots. If the [...]
  
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• Man hospitalized after Olcott stabbing

  10-12-2025 21:49 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Niagara County Sheriff's office responded to a reported stabbing on Tuesday near 5957 Main St. in Olcott. Officials around 12:30 p.m. located a man with multiple wounds on the scene and transferred him to Erie County Medical Center for treatment, authorities say. This incident is still under investigation.
  
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• Credit card skimming on the rise in WNY, police warn

  10-12-2025 19:27 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Financial fraud is on the rise across Western New York this holiday season, and East Aurora Police say credit card skimming is becoming more common. Even through an authorized transaction, police warn that credit or debit card information can be easily stolen through a skimmer — a small, illegal tool used [...]
  
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• Bills lose revenue as bootleg jerseys gain popularity

  10-12-2025 18:30 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Counterfeit Buffalo Bills jerseys are in high demand this holiday season, costing the franchise more than $1.9 million in lost revenue throughout 2025. The Bills have the fifth most popular knockoff NFL jersey in the league this Christmas, according to a report by FlashPicks, as more than 9,500 bootleg jerseys were [...]
  
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• Bud Light, Bills present beer made with snow

  10-12-2025 18:25 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Winter is fast approaching, the holiday spirit is just in reach and swirling snow is in ... your drink? That's what Bud Light is putting in their limited-edition "Blizzard Brew." A purified version that is. Bud Light and the Buffalo Bills are teaming up for a brand new drink complete with [...]
  
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• Josh Allen receives third player of the week award of season

  10-12-2025 18:22 via wivb.com
  
  ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — Bills quarterback Josh Allen has been recognized as AFC Offensive Player of the Week for the third time this season and 18th in his career. Allen was 22 of 28 passing for 251 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 78 yards and another score in Buffalo's 39-34 win against [...]
  
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• Today in Bills stadium history: Dec. 10

  10-12-2025 13:00 via wivb.com
  
  In the sunset season for the concrete cathedral so often overflowed with as many as 80,000 passionate patrons, WIVB News 4 Buffalo is taking a daily look back over 400 games played in the Orchard Park stadium’s 52 years. Dec. 10 1989 — Saints 22, Bills 19 — With a chance to clinch a second [...]
  
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• Fire blazes at Reisdorf Bros Inc. in Wyoming County

  10-12-2025 12:54 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- WIVB News 4 this morning is at the scene of a large fire at family-owned feed mill and farm supply store Reisdorf Bros Inc. in Wyoming County. First responders are also on the scene. WIVB will update this story as more information becomes available.
  
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• Alex Tuch scores in OT to give Sabres 4-3 win in Edmonton after Oilers score 3 in 3rd period

  10-12-2025 06:13 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Alex Tuch scored 33 seconds into overtime to give the Sabres a 4-3 victory Tuesday night on the road against the Edmonton Oilers. Josh Doan scored twice on the power play, Tage Thompson had a goal and two assists, Rasmus Dahlin added two assists, and Alex Lyon made made 21 saves [...]
  
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• Blue-chip recruit Elijah Kimble becomes first from Canisius to win Connolly Cup as WNY's top football player

  10-12-2025 05:14 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Elijah Kimble now has an illustrious trophy to add to his mantle of accolades, achievements and major college scholarship offers. Kimble was awarded the 53rd Connolly Cup on Tuesday night, becoming the first Canisius Crusader to be recognized as the most outstanding high school football player in Western New York. "I'm [...]
  
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• Fire causes $300K in damages on Gilbert St.

  10-12-2025 03:26 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A fire on Gilbert Street caused an estimated total of $300,000 in damages on Tuesday, officials said. Fire crews responded to a fire at 125 Gilbert St. shortly after 6:30 p.m. The fire spread throughout the two-family residence and caused an estimated $200,000 in damage to the structure and $100,000 in [...]
  
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• Our Lady Peace to perform in Buffalo in April

  10-12-2025 00:01 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace will be performing in Buffalo next year. The alternative rock band will perform at Buffalo RiverWorks on Friday, April 3, 2026, as part of its 30th anniversary tour. Known for the songs "Superman's Dead" and "Clumsy," Our Lady Peace has performed in Buffalo several times [...]
  
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• Little Grandma's Gifts puts together bundles of holiday joy

  10-12-2025 00:00 via wivb.com
  
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — A local effort is bringing holiday joy to families in need in Niagara Falls this holiday season. Anne LeGasse and Nicole Mombrea started Little Grandma's Gifts with the motto that every child should have something for themselves to enjoy during the holidays. They collected donations from the community to help [...]
  
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• Little Grandma's Gifts creates bundles of holiday joy

  10-12-2025 00:00 via wivb.com
  
  NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — A local effort is bringing holiday joy to families in need in Niagara Falls this holiday season. Anne LeGasse and Nicole Mombrea started Little Grandma's Gifts with the motto that every child should have something for themselves to enjoy during the holidays. They collected donations from the community to help [...]
  
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• 1 dead, 1 injured in shooting on Kentucky State University campus; suspect in custody: Police

  09-12-2025 22:31 via wivb.com
  
  A suspect has been apprehended after a shooting at Kentucky State University left one person dead and another in critical condition on Tuesday.
  
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• Bronx man charged in shooting of New York Jets' Kris Boyd

  09-12-2025 21:14 via wivb.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — A Bronx man has been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of New York Jets' player Kris Boyd, police announced Tuesday. The New York Police Department said Frederick Green, 20, was charged late Monday night. Police had revealed Monday that a “person of interest” was in custody but didn't name [...]
  
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• Dunkirk man facing slew of charges after driving stolen vehicle

  09-12-2025 21:13 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Dunkirk man is facing multiple charges after he was pulled over while driving a stolen vehicle Monday evening, the Dunkirk Police Department announced Tuesday. William Eppinger, 47, was allegedly observed by officers driving a stolen vehicle on Ruggles Street around 6:35 p.m. Monday. Officers attempted to stop him, but he [...]
  
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• Four immigrants taken into custody on I-190

  09-12-2025 20:00 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Four immigrants were taken into custody after they were arrested on I-190 Monday morning following a pursuit, according to a spokesperson with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Four men were driving in an "erratic" nature southbound around 8:30 a.m. Monday morning, New York State Police said. A traffic stop was [...]
  
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• Cheektowaga police shooting deemed justified by New York Attorney General

  09-12-2025 18:59 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A shooting by Cheektowaga police in August that left one man dead was deemed justified by the New York Attorney General's Office on Tuesday. On the afternoon of Aug. 13, Hugh Davis, Jr., 60, of Buffalo, was shot by police at an apartment on Sanders Road in Buffalo after he attacked [...]
  
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• Long Island's Bruce Blakeman is running for governor, will challenge Stefanik in Republican primary

  09-12-2025 17:51 via wivb.com
  
  Bruce Blakeman, a Republican county official in New York's City's suburbs, announced Tuesday that he's running for governor, setting up a primary clash with fellow Trump ally U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik. Blakeman, who has cast himself as a bulwark against the liberal policies of urban Democrats, criticized Gov. Kathy Hochul as a “failure" in an [...]
  
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• Trio charged in illegal deer hunt

  09-12-2025 17:45 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Three individuals are facing dozens of charges after illegally hunting and killing two deer near Veterans Memorial Park, according to Tonawanda Police. Police found the trio in a pickup truck at the park with two deer in the bed around 2 a.m. on Nov. 15, according to the State Department of [...]
  
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• Trio charged in alleged illegal deer hunt

  09-12-2025 17:45 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Three individuals are facing dozens of charges after allegedly illegally hunting and killing two deer near Veterans Memorial Park, according to Tonawanda Police. Police found the trio in a pickup truck at the park with two deer in the bed around 2 a.m. on Nov. 15, according to the State Department [...]
  
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• How to watch, stream and listen to Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots in Week 15

  09-12-2025 17:04 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — After a comeback win against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, the Bills will hit the road on Sunday to face the New England Patriots in Foxborough at 1 p.m. Here's how you can watch, stream and listen to the game. Television The game’s on 4. WIVB, the official broadcast station of [...]
  
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• Today in Bills stadium history: Dec. 9

  09-12-2025 13:00 via wivb.com
  
  In the sunset season for the concrete cathedral so often overflowed with as many as 80,000 passionate patrons, WIVB News 4 Buffalo is taking a daily look back over 400 games played in the Orchard Park stadium’s 52 years. Dec. 9 1973 — Bills 37, Patriots 13 — A crowd of 72,470 was in attendance [...]
  
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• Sabres road woes continue in Calgary with 3rd straight loss

  09-12-2025 06:00 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Sabres coach Lindy Ruff shook up the lineup and called upon his club to play with more desperation Monday night in Calgary. There was a delayed effect, as the Sabres awoke from a sluggish start but could not come all the way back in a 7-4 loss at the Saddledome that [...]
  
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• NFTA opens new DL&W metro station

  09-12-2025 02:32 via wivb.com
  
  BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The NFTA's DL&W metro rail station opened in downtown Buffalo on Monday to pomp and circumstance and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. A metro rail train barreled into the station Monday morning carrying local leaders. The station cost $57 million, and it's the first extension to the existing rail system since it opened [...]
  
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