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George Santos released from prison after sentence commuted by Trump
Santos was sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison earlier this year after being convicted of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
New hotel occupancy tax in Cheektowaga
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Tourists staying in Cheektowaga will now have to pay a new hotel occupancy tax -- which state lawmakers and local leaders say will boost revenue for the town. "This was an idea that started with a town employee and worked its way up to the state legislature for the governor to [...]
Dozens of 'No Kings' protests will be held across Los Angeles County
Dozens of No Kings protests are happening in L.A. County. Find your nearest event
Pedestrian injured after car crashes into gas station storefront
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A male pedestrian was injured shortly before noon on Friday after a vehicle struck the pedestrian and pinned him against the door of the Seneca One Stop storefront in downtown Buffalo, a Buffalo Police spokesperson said. The man was conscious and alert but taken by ambulance to the Erie County Medical [...]
Question about appealing to Trump voters set her off, says gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter
Gubernatorial hopeful Katie Porter said she mishandled a recent television news interview that called her tempermant into question, but explained she felt the reporter's questioning implied she should cater to President Trump's supporters.
Businesses raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and this Saturday local businesses are raising money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Network of WNY and Hope Chest. "When the odds are one in eight women will be diagnosed, it really hits home for a lot of folks. So it's really nice to [...]
Oct 17, 2025
Vandals hit Terrace Restaurant 6 times in 2 weeks
WATCH: NYC mayoral candidates square off in first debate
During a debate on Wednesday, the top three New York City mayoral candidates sparred over who has the right sort of experience to lead the city after incumbent Mayor Eric Adams suspended his campaign.
74-year-old woman dead after crashing in Newfane
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A 74-year-old woman is dead after she crashed in Newfane on Thursday night, according to the Niagara County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office received a 911 call just before 7:15 p.m. Thursday, where it was determined that the car drifted off from the southbound side of Lockport-Olcott Road, hit the perimeter [...]
WATCH: Airlift evacuates hundreds in Alaska after flooding from typhoon
The largest airlift in Alaska’s history is taking place after a massive storm surge and winds up to 100 mph, fueled by Typhoon Halong, left at least one person dead and two people missing.
WATCH: Trump announces deal to reduce cost of some IVF medications
President DonaldTrump announces a deal with a prescription fertility drug company to reduce the cost of some IVF medications.
Third license plate fraud complaint connected to Jamestown DMV
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WIVB) - Call 4 Action first told you about the nightmare some drivers have been dealing with after they surrendered their license plates then months, or even years later started getting slammed with toll bills from places they've never been to before. Now, more viewers have turned to Call 4 Action with similar [...]
California invests big in battery energy storage — and leaves rolling blackouts behind
Batteries that pair with clean solar and wind energy or just bolster electrical grids in general have completely taken off and are making a big difference on the California grid.
Oct 18, 2025
Adorable, little puppy Connor is ready for adoption
Oct 18, 2025
What to know about 'No Kings' protests around US
Oct 18, 2025