Buffalo, New York Comments On The “12 Inch Law”
As the leaves start to turn, so does the hustle and bustle in Buffalo. But watch out for those parking fines lurking around the corner.
North Tonawanda man charged after shooting at garage
NORTH TONAWANDA, N.Y. — A North Tonawanda man has been charged after shooting at a garage. The North Tonawanda Police department announced that on the night of Friday, August 29, officers responded to a home on 15th Avenue in the City of North Tonawanda after receiving calls from the homeowner that someone had shot...
BPD Commissioner reflects on decrease in homicide rates, shooting incidents
According to the Buffalo Police Department, through September 7, 2025, there are record-low crime numbers so far in 2025.
Armed guards to protect all 29 Catholic Elementary Schools in WNY
Armed security guards will be assigned to all 29 WNY Catholic elementary schools following the deadly Minnesota shooting earlier this summer. The new diocesan superintendent said Vista/Tarian will provide the guards.
Buffalo man charged with DWI after collision with church van
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man was charged with two counts of driving while intoxicated after he collided with a church van, which had multiple children on board, Sunday night on Bailey Avenue, police announced. Officers responded to the crash just after 9:15 p.m. Police determined that the church van was...
Serta Simmons Bedding facility to close, eliminate 84 employees
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Serta Simmons Bedding facility in Chatauqua County is set to close and eliminate 84 employees in the next few months, a spokesperson said. The decision comes after the company announced the closure of its facility in Moreno Valley, Calif., this summer, where 180 jobs were eliminated. “We...
New York Border Patrol Make Multiple Arrests
You won't believe what New York CBP agents uncovered at our local ports recently — think sea cucumbers and some serious charges.
Police who drink, drive and avoid charges
Law enforcement officers across the state have crashed official vehicles, hit other motorists and arrived to work reeking of alcohol. They usually evaded criminal punishment. Discipline seldom went beyond a slap on the wrist. Ronald W. Wilson, an investigator with the New York State Police, admitted to drinking and...
24 displaced after fire causes over $100K in damage to Perry Street apartments
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Twenty-four people were displaced and one dog died after a fire broke out early Monday night and caused $100,400 in damage to apartments on Perry Street, officials announced. Crews responded to the fire just after 6:30 p.m. on the eighth floor of 279 Perry St. An estimated total of $100,000 in...
Popular Hamburg, New York Restaurant Closes Abruptly
Restaurant closed immediately in Western New York and fans are sad to see it go.
