Multiple roads closed due to flooding
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Multiple roads closed Friday morning as rain and snowmelt impacted Western New York. A Flood watch was issued for...
Jessica González-Rojas on helping trafficking victims
New York State Assembly member Jessica González-Rojas launched a new campaign to assist victims of human trafficking, especially people who are undocumented.Story continues
Man accused of stalking Taylor Swift held in custody after multiple arrests
A man in New York is in police custody for the third time in less than a week after accused of relentlessly stalking Taylor...
Governor Hochul Proposes to Expand List of Charges Eligible to be Prosecuted as Hate...
In an announcement made January 25, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing a major expansion in hate crimes statute and over $60 million in...
Chuck Schumer, 73, New York Senator, Warns of Consequences for Americans, Amid Border Negotiation
During a recent Senate Democratic Agenda weekly briefing, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) commended bipartisan efforts in ongoing negotiations aimed at enhancing national...
Sealing Criminal Records in NY: How the Clean Slate Act Changes Lives
On November 16, 2024, New York will enact the Clean Slate Act, marking a significant shift in the state's approach to criminal justice and...
New York State’s climate plan continues to face criticism
New York State's climate plan, which includes phasing out the state's reliance on natural gas, continues to face criticism. Congressman Nick Langworthy...
Hochul looks to loosen restrictions on Physician Assistants
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — As part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget, Hochul is looking to remove restrictions for Physician Assistants. As...
Lawmakers debate bail reform and gun violence at public safety hearing
On Thursday, state lawmakers had bail reform and guns on the brain during a joint budget hearing on public safety, as they quizzed a...
NY fire instructor Mahlon Irish Jr.’s retirement leaves legacy of cancer prevention
Several local and state agencies gathered to recognize New York State Fire Instructor Mahlon Irish Jr. on his retirement as a state fire instructor...
