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Lanterns fill Delaware Park for Light the Night blood cancer fundraiser
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — At the annual Blood Cancer United fundraiser Light the Night on Friday, “hope” was a consistent sentiment of advice and encouragement that survivors and supporters offered others in the community. “I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2018, high risk, doctors back then thought three to five years, it wasn’t a great outlook, they said, ‘No matter what, you’ll never be the same.’ The reality is, I’m not the same, I think I’m better,” survivor Michael O’Leary said.
Former Erie County District Attorney eyeing Tonawanda supervisor job Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Former Erie County District Attorney John Flynn confirmed to WIVB News 4 that he is interested in becoming the next supervisor in his hometown of the Town of Tonawanda. Current supervisor Joe Emminger joined News 4 on Wednesday to talk about his decision to retire from his post next month. When Emminger officially steps down, the town’s Democratic committee and town board will choose his replacement for the rest of the year.
Watch News 4’s Veterans Voices special
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — News 4 presents Veterans Voices with hosts Kelsey Anderson and Jordan Norkus with additional reporting from Dave Greber. The special honors local veterans past and present on this Veterans Day. Stories in the special include a local veteran’s dishonorable discharge being overturned 20 years after his death, a Buffalo-based battalion fighting in Iraq, and an all-female Honor Flight. You can view the full special in the video player above. Veterans Voices
Tom Golisano buys former Buffalo News buildings from Douglas Jemal
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Billionaire philanthropist Tom Golisano has purchased the former Buffalo News buildings in downtown Buffalo from Douglas Jemal for $10 million, Jemal confirmed to WROC’s Buffalo-affiliate, WIVB. “This is something that Tom and I worked out together,” Jemal said. “We share the same intention to make downtown into a vibrant city.” Jemal bought the buildings in 2024. The sale continues a recent trend of sales for Jemal in the Western New York market; on Sept.
Tom Golisano buys former Buffalo News buildings from Douglas Jemal Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Billionaire philanthropist Tom Golisano has purchased the former Buffalo News buildings in downtown Buffalo from Douglas Jemal for $10 million, Jemal confirmed to WIVB News 4. “This is something that Tom and I worked out together,” Jemal said. “We share the same intention to make downtown into a vibrant city.” Jemal bought the buildings in 2024. The sale continues a recent trend of sales for Jemal in the Western New York market; on Sept.
Young man makes it his mission to run on every street in the City of Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There are just over 1,600 streets in the city of Buffalo, amounting to more than 680 straight miles. Henry Smith’s gray on gray Brooks have tapped them all. However, despite finishing that feat late last month in front of a small gathering of family and friends, this gimmick — intended to occupy his mind during long runs — represents just a small fraction of the thousands of miles he’s put in since January.
Young man makes it his mission to run on every street in the City of Buffalo
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Twenty years removed, battle still fresh in the minds of Buffalo-based Marines
Dave Greber Fri, September 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM UTC 2 min read BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The men assigned to a decorated Buffalo-based battalion gathered this month in the warm sunshine in West Seneca, sharing laughs and embraces, stories and encouragement. On Friday, they are 20 years removed from what unfolded in the city of Hit, in the middle of the Al Anbar province: a well-coordinated surprise attack by heavily armed insurgents and the Marines’ heroic response to it.
Twenty years removed, battle still fresh in the minds of Buffalo-based Marines
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The men assigned to a decorated Buffalo-based battalion gathered this month in the warm sunshine in West Seneca, sharing laughs and embraces, stories and encouragement. On Friday, they are 20 years removed from what unfolded in the city of Hit, in the middle of the Al Anbar province: a well-coordinated surprise attack by heavily armed insurgents and the Marines’ heroic response to it.
Former Off-Track Betting CEO returns to board of directors Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The former president and CEO of Western New York Off-Track Betting is back with the Batavia-based racino. Henry Wojtaszek has been appointed to the OTB board of directors. The position was approved by Niagara County lawmakers Tuesday night after their representative stepped away. Wojtaszek served as the president and CEO of OTB until he agreed to step down at the end of last year and former mayor Byron Brown took over.
Narcotics chief Granville placed on leave over string of late-night crashes
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The chief of the Erie County Sheriff Office’s Narcotics and Intelligence Unit, D.J. Granville, was placed on paid administrative leave on April 14, the Sheriff’s Office told WIVB News 4. This is the latest development in an ongoing story after it was revealed in March that Granville allegedly smashed into six vehicles, damaging a total of seven, on Buffalo’s West Side while on duty in April 2024, causing nearly $60,000 in damage.
Narcotics chief Granville placed on leave over string of late-night crashes
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The chief of the Erie County Sheriff Office’s Narcotics and Intelligence Unit, D.J. Granville, has been placed on paid administrative leave, the Sheriff’s Office told WIVB News 4. This is the latest development in an ongoing story after it was revealed in March that Granville allegedly smashed into six vehicles, damaging a total of seven, on Buffalo’s West Side while on duty in April 2024, causing nearly $60,000 in damage.
Local leaders to make announcement on former Westwood Country Club Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Local leaders will make an announcement Wednesday morning about the future of the former Westwood Country Club in Amherst, which has caused a lot of controversy over the years. The announcement is expected to bring new details about a “county-town partnership that will breathe new life” into the historic site. Amherst bought the 171-acre property on North Forest Road for $7.8 million in April 2023. The town has said the course property will be used for a public park.
Best-selling authors reflect on the Oklahoma City bombing
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — About 30 years after the Oklahoma City bombing, we look back at the tragedy and WNY’s connection to it: the bomber grew up here. At 9:02 a.m. on April 19, 1995, a bomb exploded at the Murrah Federal Building, killing 168 people, including 19 children. The bomber, Timothy McVeigh, grew up in Pendleton. And in the years following the attack, two Buffalo News reporters would be allowed access to him in federal prison, telling his story.
Buffalo Diocese agrees to pay $150M to settle sexual abuse claims
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Diocese of Buffalo agreed to pay $150 million to settle over 800 claims of sexual abuse, sources confirmed to WIVB News 4 on Monday. The settlement follows years of efforts to reach an agreement of compensation for victims, and the Diocese’s bankruptcy filing in 2020. The claims were a large factor in the Diocese’s decision to close and merge churches across Western New York over the past year, along with declining number of priests and parishioners.
7 officially file to run for Buffalo mayor
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Seven candidates are officially in the race to become Buffalo’s next mayor — with a potential eighth candidate on the way. Thursday was the deadline for mayoral hopefuls to submit their petitions to get their names on the primary ballot.
7 officially file to run for Buffalo mayor
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Seven candidates are officially in the race to become Buffalo’s next mayor — with a potential eighth candidate on the way. Thursday was the deadline for mayoral hopefuls to submit their petitions to get their names on the primary ballot.
Tonawanda officers to be charged with Taylor’s Law violations Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Dozens of police officers in the Town of Tonawanda will be charged with violating the state’s Taylor Law after a town investigation found the officers participated in an illegal strike. Sources told WIVB News 4 that the town wrapped up its investigation into the alleged illegal strike last week and sent its findings to the state’s public employment relations board. Letters to individual officers are set to go out this week.
Gardner endorsed by Republicans for mayor Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Erie County Republican Committee has endorsed James Gardner for mayor, WIVB News 4 has confirmed. Gardner is a former law clerk for Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case and is also a former assistant district attorney. He was the Republican Party’s candidate for district attorney last year, losing to Democrat Mike Keane. “I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Republican Party for Mayor of Buffalo,” Gardner said.
Town of Tonawanda Board alleges police officers participated in strike Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Town of Tonawanda Board has alleged that Tonawanda police officers wrote fewer tickets or ignored violations as part of a three-week strike that began in mid-January. The board is expected to charge its police union on Monday with violating the state’s Taylor Law following an investigation that discovered the alleged strike. According to Town Supervisor Joe Emminger, the strike began in mid-January.
Chris Scanlon shares plans to increase property taxes, instill occupancy tax Original
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.
Buffalo divers provide perspective on first responders in Potomac Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Dozens of divers continued to work the icy waters of the Potomac on Friday after recovering more than 40 of the 67 people who died Wednesday night when a Black Hawk helicopter collided with a commercial jet in Washington, D.C. Those men and women are responsible for recovering bodies and giving families closure, preserving evidence for a critical investigation, and keeping themselves safe in a dangerous and always changing environment.
Traveling to Kansas City for the game? AAA has some tips Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Thinking of traveling to Kansas City for the AFC championship game on Sunday? AAA has some travel tips to consider. Our Dave Greber spoke with Elizabeth Carey, Director of Public Relations and Corporate Communications for AAA of Western and Central New York, on Monday about what Bills fans should know about making the trip to Kansas City. Last-minute flights from Buffalo to Kansas City are very expensive, so Carey recommends making the 1,000-mile trip by car.
Local chefs give behind-the-scenes look at cooking for Buffalo Bills Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Chef Darian Bryan had never considered cooking privately until he was approached by former Bills cornerback Vontae Davis, who was looking for healthier options. “I’m like, ‘Personal chef? I’ve never done that before. I’ll try it though,’” said Bryan, who’s based out of Larkinville. “Then I started cooking for him, he started loving my food and posting on social media.” Social media, social connections and word of mouth allowed Bryan to grow a new arm of his business quickly.
THRIVE program sets up Erie County inmates for success with new skills Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — When people are released from prison, some of the most common barriers they face can set them back on a path to incarceration. A new program introduced at the correctional facility in Alden this summer is intended to set up inmates for success upon their release with professional skills in the kitchen and a fresh start. Robert Leon is excited to move on and out with a whole new career under his belt thanks to the THRIVE program.
THRIVE program sets up Erie County inmates for success with new skills
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — When people are released from prison, some of the most common barriers they face can set them back on a path to incarceration. A new program introduced at the correctional facility in Alden this summer is intended to set up inmates for success upon their release with professional skills in the kitchen and a fresh start. Robert Leon is excited to move on and out with a whole new career under his belt thanks to the THRIVE program.
Asylum seekers in WNY may be bused back to New York City Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Hundreds of asylum seekers currently being housed in Western New York may be bused back down state. DocGo, the company contracted by New York City to transport and house those migrants, says the city is directing them to be reconnected to friends and families in NYC or be sent to the arrival center there. Taxpayers are footing the bill. DocGo’s contract with New York City ends on Dec. 31.
Migrant wanted after allegedly trying to kill another migrant in Cheektowaga Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Cheektowaga Police are looking for a migrant staying in Erie County who is wanted for allegedly trying to kill another migrant over a dispute involving a woman. The suspect is on the loose and believed to be armed and dangerous as of Friday night, according to police. Police were called Sunday to the Quality Inn on Genesee Street for a report of a man at the front desk bleeding from his head.
In unanimous vote, Tonawanda approves 4-way stop at intersection of fatal crash
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A residential Tonawanda intersection where a teenager was hit and killed earlier this year will be changed to a four-way stop following a unanimous vote from the Town Board on Monday night. Additional stop signs will be added at the intersection of Woodstock Avenue and Yorkshire Road, which is currently a two-way stop that only stops drivers on Yorkshire. Residents called for a change after a 15-year-old was hit and killed by a car while riding a motorized bike in July.
Juvenile arrested, charged with making threat of mass harm against school districts Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A juvenile was arrested Tuesday and charged with making threats against the Lockport and Newfane school districts, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office announced. Earlier on Tuesday, Lockport city school district superintendent Dr. Mathis Calvin III wrote a letter to parents and guardians addressing threatening posts made on social media. “We take any concerns of this nature very seriously and are following our district’s code of conduct to guide our actions,” he said.
Federal prosecutors removed from case involving death of Peter Gerace witness Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A federal judge called for the prosecutors looking into the death of a key witness in the criminal case against Cheektowaga strip club owner Peter Gerace to be removed. Gerace, the owner of Pharoah’s Gentlemen’s Club, was indicted in March 2021 on drug and human trafficking charges. The club had previously been raided in 2019. He was also arrested on witness tampering charges in March 2023.
Attorneys for Buffalo Diocese discussed statewide settlement in May Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Attorneys for the Buffalo Diocese are in discussions about joining the seven other dioceses across New York for a statewide settlement to hundreds of priest sex abuse cases. According to court documents and people closely related to the church’s bankruptcy filing, the pool of money from which the settlement could be reached is in the billions. Attorneys for the diocese are required to file monthly expense reports with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court of Western New York.
Former Jericho Road employee accused of stealing over $500,000 Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A former employee of Jericho Road Community Health Center is being accused of stealing approximately $570,000 from the nonprofit. The employee, Dejan Karlovic, appeared before a federal magistrate on Monday and is charged with stealing from an organization that receives federal funds. Dr. Myron Glick, the center’s founder and CEO, said Karlovic was hired last fall as a grant manager, but was fired in June due to his job performance.
Local boy spreads happiness through his business and his gospel, ‘I like to help people who are in need’ Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Jammell Brooks isn’t your typical 13-year-old. And it’s not just because, at his age, he already has a booming lawn mowing business. It’s because of what his business allows him to feel. “I just want people to know that I’m a happy person,” Jammell said on a recent sunny spring evening. It was peak happiness for Jammell in June, when a stranger dropped off a lawnmower for him to use.
Amherst residents will get to vote on $11M bond to build community theater
AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — Residents of Amherst will have the opportunity to vote on whether the town board should borrow $11 million to build a community theater in its Central Park. A special election will be scheduled for late July or early August after a group of Amherst residents turned in more than 4,300 valid signatures to the town clerk last Wednesday. 262 were deemed invalid, according to Amherst Town Clerk Fran Spoth.
Amherst residents will get to vote on $11M bond to build community theater
AMHERST, N.Y. (WIVB) — Residents of Amherst will have the opportunity to vote on whether the town board should borrow $11 million to build a community theater in its Central Park. A special election will be scheduled for late July or early August after a group of Amherst residents turned in more than 4,300 valid signatures to the town clerk last Wednesday. 262 were deemed invalid, according to Amherst Town Clerk Fran Spoth.
Parkinson’s Boxing expands again to meet growing demand
TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Just about every inch of Parkinson’s Boxing in the town of Tonawanda was being used on a recent Tuesday morning. And that’s saying something, considering this building, to which they just expanded this year, is five times the size of their old place. “A few years ago it was just me, as you know,” said Parkinson’s Boxing founder Dean Eoannou.
Parkinson’s Boxing expands again to meet growing demand
TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Just about every inch of Parkinson’s Boxing in the town of Tonawanda was being used on a recent Tuesday morning. And that’s saying something, considering this building, to which they just expanded this year, is five times the size of their old place. “A few years ago it was just me, as you know,” said Parkinson’s Boxing founder Dean Eoannou.
New UB Law class aims to curb national prosecutor crisis
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Four years ago this May, protests overtook multiple neighborhoods in the city of Buffalo, as people rallied against the murder of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. But beneath the raw anger directed at police departments and their officers lurked a much broader anti-law enforcement bent. “The George Floyd incident was the genesis of another talking point. And the talking point became, defund the police,” said Erie County District Attorney John Flynn.
New UB Law class aims to curb national prosecutor crisis
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Four years ago this May, protests overtook multiple neighborhoods in the city of Buffalo, as people rallied against the murder of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. But beneath the raw anger directed at police departments and their officers lurked a much broader anti-law enforcement bent. “The George Floyd incident was the genesis of another talking point. And the talking point became, defund the police,” said Erie County District Attorney John Flynn.
Nate McMurray will not be on NY-26 special election ballot
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Former Grand Island supervisor Nate McMurray will not be on the 26th Congressional District special election ballot in April, he confirmed to News 4 McMurray, a Democrat, had been mounting a challenge against State Senator Tim Kennedy, who received the endorsement from the Erie County Democratic Committee to be on the ballot for the April 30 election, which will decide the replacement for longtime Western New York representative Brian Higgins, who stepped down earlier...
Postal workers rally amid threat of Buffalo USPS facility’s move to Rochester Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Dozens of workers at the United States Postal Service processing center on William Street took their fight to the streets Friday in Buffalo, as the USPS is considering uprooting the facility and moving it to Rochester. If the move is approved, the center that processes 30,000 letters per hour and hundreds of employees would be relocated 60 miles east.
CBP’s Buffalo field office stops millions of dollars in fakes every year Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Millions of Americans will be throwing on their favorite NFL jersey for Super Bowl Sunday. But unless they bought theirs at a reputable retailer, there’s a good chance that $100 to $200 jersey is worth a lot less. Tens of thousands of products like sports jerseys are confiscated at 16 international ports of entry in New York State, representing millions of dollars in fakes every year.
Woman sues Bills over alleged injury during celebration in snowy stadium Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A woman in the north end zone at Highmark Stadium during the Bills’ Jan. 15 game is suing the team after she says the snow — and a touchdown celebration — left her with injuries. Court papers filed Friday in New York State Supreme Court do not provide specifics of the woman’s injuries. According to the lawsuit, the woman was standing in the second row of the middle section of the stadium’s north end zone when the Bills scored a fourth quarter touchdown.
‘Nothing ventured is nothing gained’: Nowakowski vies to spur generational shift in State Senate
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Common Councilman Mitch Nowakowski stood shoulder to shoulder with federal, state and local leaders on Friday in urging the U.S. Postal Service to shelve plans to move at least a portion of the Williams Street processing and distribution center down the Thruway to Rochester.
‘Nothing ventured is nothing gained’: Nowakowski vies to spur generational shift in State Senate
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Common Councilman Mitch Nowakowski stood shoulder to shoulder with federal, state and local leaders on Friday in urging the U.S. Postal Service to shelve plans to move at least a portion of the William Street processing and distribution center down the Thruway to Rochester.
Villa Maria welcomes largest class in quarter century
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Elliot Batista was terrified of going off to college. So he started early in the summer, got used to his new surroundings and a new routine at his own pace. At the age of 21, Sonti Chandler might be considered an older freshman at other schools — out of place.
Acting New York State Police superintendent Steven Nigrelli announces retirement Original
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Steven A. Nigrelli, a Western New York native who has served as the acting superintendent of the New York State Police since October 2022, is retiring from his post. Nigrelli announced his retirement late Friday afternoon. A state police spokeswoman in Albany would only confirm that Nigrelli retired. Sources tell News 4 Nigrelli made the move after Gov. Kathy Hochul decided he would not be her final choice for state police superintendent.
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz responds to report of domestic dispute
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – A report filed with the Buffalo Police Department alleges Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz was involved in a domestic dispute last Saturday that culminated with a woman screaming for help. Poloncarz disputed the woman’s version of events in an interview with News 4, describing the situation simply as a bad breakup that never became physical.
Buffalo’s Best Kielbasa Contest winners announced
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Out of a record total of 41 entries at this year’s edition of Buffalo’s Best Kielbasa Competition, five winners were announced from Saturday’s competition at Flying Bison Brewing Company.
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