East Side of Buffalo residents react to chaotic and violent weekend
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — WIVB News 4 is hearing from residents on Buffalo’s East Side after a violent and chaotic street takeover over the holiday weekend. Six shootings happened in the early morning hours of July 5, most of which happened in the Delavan-Grider area where that street takeover happened. “I said, ‘Oh my go
Severe thunderstorms possible across upstate New York. See timing
Parts of western and central New York are under a risk for severe thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening. Here's what to know about the potential for strong storms, according to the National Weather Service in Buffalo : Risk for severe thunderstorms A weak cold front is expected to move in from the northwest Thur
Buffalo man convicted for Busti Avenue murder
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Buffalo man was convicted on Wednesday for a July 2025 murder on Buffalo’s West Side, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office said. Moises Cortijo, 49, was found guilty of second-degree murder and second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Cortijo shot and killed 35-year-old David Ortiz-
East Side Violence: ‘Where’s the Calvary?’ Everhart asks
Zeneta Everhart wants to craft East Side anti-violence game plan
Man charged in 4 killings makes court appearance
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The case against the man accused of killing four people last month — including his wife, his two young children, and a convenience store clerk — was back in court on Wednesday for a pretrial conference. The Erie County District Attorney's Office said a...
Two arrested in stolen car, pursuit
State Police, BPD tracked down vehicle stolen from Buffalo
Marineland whales set to move to SeaWorld locations
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has approved a plan from SeaWorld to save 30 remaining beluga whales from Marineland in Niagara Falls, Ontario, SeaWorld announced Wednesday. The whales had remained at Marineland in Niagara Falls, Ontario, which closed to the public in 2024. Ma
What Does Italy Think is the Best Pizza in Upstate New York?
If the Italians say it's true, I'm inclined to believe them...
Green Lake temporarily closes after testing detects harmful algal toxin
What should be a busy summer week at Green Lake has instead turned into a waiting game after routine water testing found unsafe levels of a toxin associated with harmful algal blooms.
The 5 Best Public Pools in Buffalo and WNY
On a really warm day in WNY, there’s only one right option: being near water. When Lake Erie isn’t cutting it and nobody wants sand in their pants, that’s where the best public pools in Buffalo and WNY come in. There are more of them than you’d think, and this guide ranks them by experience so you can pick a spot and b
