Activists urge NY to halt lease extension with Tesla
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Community leaders are calling on New York State to pump the brakes on extending Tesla’s lease agreement at the South Buffalo Gigafactory. Critics argue the factory’s deal with the state was “wasteful” from the beginning and are now urging state leaders to explore alternative companies to occupy...
Off-duty Cop Under Review After Displaying Gun During Golf Course Dispute
A confrontation at Glen Oak Golf Course in Amherst on June 5th took an unusual turn when an off-duty Cheektowaga police officer...
‘Another Day Another Diner’: Viral TikToker visits Depew’s Smokin’ Little Diner
Pat Fleming created a new social media series, "Another Day Another Diner," and on Tuesday, he visited Smokin' Little Diner in Depew.
Former bookkeeper admits to stealing more than $1.8M from Amherst medical practice
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A former bookkeeper has pleaded guilty to charges in connection to stealing more than $1.8 million from an Amherst medical practice between 2017 and 2024, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office said Wednesday. Bonnie Bova, 54 and of Lancaster, stole a total of $1,830,779.56 by issuing...
Former Durham superintendent starts over in Buffalo following tenuous DPS exit: ‘Learned my lesson’
Dr. Pascal Mubenga is stepping into a new role as superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools and admitting missteps in Durham.
AniMeals helps pets in need
BUFFALO, N.Y. — FeedMore WNY does more than help people; it also helps pets. The AniMeals program provides pet food at no cost so pet parents don't have to choose between feeding themselves or their cats and dogs. "I have Chewkie, which is a mix. And then I have...
Local foundation donates $750K to WNY Heroes
BUFFALO, N.Y. — WNY Heroes has announced that they have received a significant donation from the Moore For Kids Foundation. The foundation, run by Robert Moore, has donated $750,000 to the veterans organization to support local veterans and their families. "Moments like these reinforce why our continued support...
Video of young girl at little food pantry inspires immense generosity
DEPEW, N.Y. — A moment of compassion caught on camera from a 12-year-old girl is creating a ripple effect of kindness across Western New York. The video posted by 'Depew's Little Free Pantry' on Rowley Road has garnered over 50,000 views, with the young girl’s message, “only take it if you really need it," touching...
Residents looking for answers amid ongoing squatter issue in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Connecticut Street on Buffalo’s West Side used to mean home for Lynda Arquette-Potter. But now a for sale sign and an empty lot are all that are left of her former home. “Twenty-three years. It was beautiful,” she said. “It's just the city stopped caring...
Calling for investigation after woman murder in South Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A tragic murder in Buffalo is sparking outrage and renewed calls for accountability. A Buffalo councilmember is now asking New York's attorney general to launch a full investigation, saying the legal system failed to protect a woman from a man with a violent past. Lovejoy councilmember...
