Erie PA

Good evening, Buffalo. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. After a few early rain showers Thursday, the rest of the week will feel more seasonable, slightly muggy and warm with the potential for pop up showers each day.

A new statewide report from the national transportation research nonprofit TRIP reveals mixed infrastructure grades for roads and bridges in Erie, Warren, and Crawford counties, with local traffic fatality rates in all three counties above the state average. According to the “Pennsylvania Local Roads and Bridges”...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — In the aftermath of NY Gov. Kathy Hochul's announcement on Monday that she is supporting an effort to construct a new nuclear power plant in upstate New York, civic leaders from Chautauqua County say they would embrace a plan to locate it at a shuttered, formerly coal fired power plant on the Lake...

FirstEnergy Corp. crews were busy making sure the power grid remains stable during the hot summer months, with proactive measures to prevent outages. As temperatures rise, FirstEnergy is taking steps to identify and resolve potential issues that could disrupt power delivery. Crews have been preparing for months,...

(WNY News Now) – On June 19, 2025, Jamestown law enforcement agencies conducted a coordinated search warrant at a South Main Street residence, resulting in the seizure of cocaine, fentanyl, and related drug paraphernalia, and the arrest of two adults on multiple charges including child endangerment. In the early...

Conditions at Lakeside Cemetery on Erie’s east side have sparked a wave of online discussion, as residents voice frustration over what they say is poor upkeep under the cemetery’s new ownership. Dozens of concerned families have taken to social media, sharing photos and personal stories about the state...

People who live on part of the third floor of St. Joseph Apartments have had trouble getting around. The elevator that goes to that part of the building has been broken for months. It got fixed after our first report in May, but the relief didn’t last long. It’s broken...

On December 9, 2024, the Fairview Township Police Department responded to a report of human remains discovered in a wooded area in the 300 block of Pleasant View Road. Since that time, investigators have been working diligently to identify the victim. In partnership with a Forensic Artist affiliated with the...

Project Curb Appeal, a new non-profit organization, unveiled a transformative exterior makeover for a Millcreek home today, aiming to assist homeowners in need. Founded by local realtors from the RE/MAX Real Estate Group, Project Curb Appeal seeks to improve homes at no cost to homeowners while supporting deserving...

Twenty-three cadets graduated from Mercyhurst University’s Municipal Police Training Academy, receiving their badges to become officers. The graduation ceremony marked the completion of training for the 125th class of cadets, equipping them with skills necessary for entry-level positions in law enforcement. Bill...