Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will debut as the 2024 Democratic ticket at a Philadelphia rally - Buffalo news - NewsLocker (2024)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, turning to an affable longtime politician who Democrats hope can keep newfound party unity alive in a campaign barreling toward Election Day.
Harris said in a post on social media that Walz has “delivered for working families” as a governor, coach, teacher and veteran. Walz called it “the honor of a lifetime” to be Harris’ vice presidential pick. Th

Bears rout Bills 33-6 in Buffalo's preseason opener

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Caleb Williams showed signs of promisein the No. 1 draft pick’s preseason debut, overseeing a pair of drives ending in field goals in the Chicago Bears’ 33-6 victory over the Buffalo Bills on Saturday.The 22-year-old out of Southern California completed four of seven attempts for 95 yards, and also converted a third-and-9 by bolting out of the pocket for a 13-yard gain. Though he wasn’t perfect — Williams was late in nearly throwing a

USWNT wins its fifth Olympic gold medal in women's soccer with a 1-0 victory over Brazil in final

PARIS (AP) — At just the right moment, Mallory Swanson yelled at teammate Sophia Smith not to go near the ball as it came through.Swanson knew Smith was offside. But Swanson wasn't.“I was like, `Don't touch it! Leave it, leave it leave it!'” Swanson said. “And then it was on me to put it away.”
With that 57th-minute goal, the U.S. women's soccer team won its fifth Olympic gold medal by beating Brazil 1-0 in the tournament final Saturday at the Paris Games.
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Ed Oliver exits early in Bills preseason opener

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Bills barely got past the opening kickoff of preseason before a key player went down with an apparent injury.Defensive tackle Ed Oliver left after the first play from scrimmage and did not return to Saturday's exhibition opener against the Bears at Highmark Stadium.Stream Live: Bills take on Bears in preseason openerOliver went down to one knee and received attention from trainers after the running play in which teammate Greg Rousseau was credited with makin

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Legal experts react to Buffalo rape indictment involving livery driver

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - A man from Buffalo was arraigned on Thursday on an indictment charging him with rape and sexual misconduct charges. But today, he is not behind bars.It is alleged that in January 2024, the defendant, an independent livery driver, picked up the victim from a bar in the Town of Orchard Park. He then brought the victim to his residence in the city of Buffalo where he allegedly engaged in sexual intercourse with the victim without their consent. It is alleged the victim was no

Flooding from the remnants of Debby leads to high water rescues in New York, Pennsylvania

First responders launched high-water and helicopter rescues of people trapped in cars and homes in rural New York and Pennsylvania as heavy rain from the remnants of Debby slammed the Northeast with intense floods.
The worst of the flash flooding so far in New York was occurring in villages and hamlets in a largely rural area south of the Finger Lakes, not far from the Pennsylvania border.
In Steuben County, which borders Pennsylvania, officials ordered the evacuation of the towns of Jasper, Woo

Buffalo Behind the Scenes: Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

LEWISTON, N.Y. (WIVB) -- For thousands of years, a natural whirlpool has swirled downstream from the mighty Niagara.
The white water rapids rip at speeds most people wouldn't want to catch themselves in - unless they have the right boat. That's where Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours comes in."I don't think there's anything that tells the story more of Niagara than what we do at Jet Boats," said president of Whirlpool Jet Boats, John Kinney.For their crews, it's not always smooth sailing - but that's by

WIVB News 4 live at the Erie County Fair: Aug. 9 interviews

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- As day three kicked off at the Erie County Fair, WIVB News 4 continued to interview the best acts, organizations and chefs all day live.
See the interviews from Aug. 9 here.
Debbie the Chicken
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Firefighter's Day
Nigerian dwarf goats
Salvatore's PizzaLatest local newsWIVB News 4 live at the Erie County Fair: Aug. 9 interviewsConcerns arise about mold in Monarch 716 student housingFormer employee admits to stealing over $320K from Erie County Clerk’s O

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Concerns arise about mold in Monarch 716 student housing

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Local college students complain of mold in their student housing, right before the start of the new semester.These complaints are coming from students at Monarch 716, an off-campus student housing unit located by Buffalo State University.Buff State students live there, along with students from ECC and other local colleges. WIVB News 4 received at least two complaints about mold inside apartments there from water damage.One student who spoke to us does not want to give her

Former employee admits to stealing over $320K from Erie County Clerk's Office

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo man who formerly worked for the Erie County Clerk's Office as a deputy clerk pleaded guilty Friday morning to stealing over $300,000 from his ex-employer, the Erie County District Attorney's Office announced.
Between around April 2, 2019 and around June 30, 2023, Alexander J. McDougall, 55, stole a sum of cash in excess of $50k while working as a deputy clerk in the Registrar's Division, officials said. The total theft amount is believed to be $320,159.33.
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7 taken to ECMC after multi-vehicle crash involving NFTA bus in Niagara County

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Seven people were taken to ECMC on Friday after a van crashed into a car, and then into an occupied NFTA bus, the NFTA announced.
Officials said around 1:45 p.m., an NFTA bus was traveling eastbound on Lockport Road near Walmore and Ward Roads in Wheatfield. A sprinter van and a Chevy Cruz were traveling westbound on Lockport.The van allegedly attempted to pass the Chevy on the right side and crashed into it. The van then spun out into oncoming traffic and hit the bus, of

6 taken to ECMC after multi-vehicle crash involving NFTA bus in Niagara County

Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated seven people were hospitalized.BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Six people were taken to ECMC on Friday after a van crashed into a car, and then into an occupied NFTA bus, the NFTA announced.
Officials said around 1:45 p.m., an NFTA bus was traveling eastbound on Lockport Road near Walmore and Ward Roads in Wheatfield. A sprinter van and a Chevy Cruz were traveling westbound on Lockport.The van allegedly attempted to pass the Chevy on the ri

Cheektowaga man sentenced in connection with attempted robbery, gunfight

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Cheektowaga man was sentenced Friday morning for attempting to rob a store in Cheektowaga, resulting in a gunfight, the Erie County District Attorney's Office announced.
Just before 4 p.m. on May 1, 2023, Jaquail Yamani, 30, displayed an illegal handgun at a victim working at a business on the 1100 block of Walden Ave, officials said. Yamani had entered the store wearing a face mask to pawn a laptop and a speaker. Two other unidentified individuals, also wearing face ma

Buffalo man accused of raping intoxicated victim

Content warning: This article contains details of an alleged rape.BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo man was arraigned Thursday and accused of raping a victim while they were unable to give consent due to intoxication, the Erie County District Attorney's Office announced.Joseph M. Folvarcik, 47, allegedly transported the victim from an Orchard Park bar to his Buffalo residence while working as an independent taxi driver, according to officials. Folvarcik then allegedly engaged in sexual intercour

No viable threats identified after 6 Wyoming County Correctional employees exposed to substance

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Six Wyoming County Correctional Facility employees were treated Thursday after allegedly coming into contact with an unknown substance on an incarcerated individual, according to the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
No viable threats in connection with the alleged substance and exposure have been identified at this time, according to New York State Police, who responded to the situation.DOCCS officials said the six staff members at the A

Niagara Falls man accused of setting woman on fire

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Niagara Falls man was arraigned Friday after he allegedly seriously injured a woman by setting her on fire earlier this week, the Niagara County District Attorney's Office announced.Officials said an indictment was unsealed Friday that charged 38-year-old Barinder Singh with first-degree assault. Singh is accused of dousing a Niagara Falls woman with a flammable liquid and setting her ablaze on Sunday morning in the area of 7th and Niagara Streets, according to official

Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on Broadway

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle Friday morning on Broadway in Buffalo, police officials announced.A Jeep SUV was traveling eastbound on Broadway near Hirschbeck Street around 6:30 a.m. when it struck a pedestrian who was crossing the street, according to police. The pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene, and authorities are working to identify them.Police are questioning an individual in connection with the incident and looking into whether speed was

WNYer Matt Anderson wins bronze medal with U.S. men's volleyball

(WIVB) – West Seneca native Matt Anderson and the U.S. men's volleyball team won bronze at the Paris Olympics on Friday, defeating Italy in the third-place match.The win gave Anderson his second Olympic medal. He also won bronze in 2016.The U.S. won the hard-fought match in three sets, 25-23, 30-28, 26-24.Tonawanda’s Anita Alvarez wins silver with U.S. artistic swimming team at Paris OlympicsAnderson, the team's 37-year-old veteran leader, remains arguably the best attacker on the t

Rochester man arrested after vehicle crashes into building on Niagara Falls Boulevard following pursuit

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Rochester man was arrested Thursday following a police pursuit that culminated in a vehicle crashing into a building on Niagara Falls Boulevard, New York State Police announced.Police said they were told to look out for a Nissan Rogue, which was allegedly being driven by 31-year-old Jazzmyn D. Barber, involved in a larceny complaint out of the Town of Niagara around 7:30 p.m. The Nissan was later located by police traveling south on Niagara Falls Boulevard in the Town o

Improv comedy theater to open in September in North Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Dan Reitz is an all-around entertainer. From music, to comedy, to production and more, the Williamsville East grad is using his talents to help educate others in the creative field. Reitz is opening a new comedy theater and training center in North Buffalo on Sept. 6 -- the Buffalo Improv House."There have been improv companies [in the Buffalo area] in the past -- I know that Comedy Sports had a theater in Amherst," Reitz said. "But as far as I'm aware, we're the first tr

Police release bodycam footage from Trump shooting in Pennsylvania

Video above contains previously released images from the Trump rally shooting on July 13. Portions of the newly released police video can be viewed here. Viewer discretion is advised.(NewsNation) – Law enforcement has released body camera footage from local police responding to a shooter seconds before heopened fire on formerPresident Donald Trumpduring a campaign rally inPennsylvanialast month.The footage (portions of which can be viewed here) shows the

Singer-songwriter Steve Forbert to play Babeville ahead of new album release

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Steve Forbert will be in Buffalo on Sunday for a show at Babeville.Forbert, known for his second album, "Jackrabbit Slim," which produced the Billboard hit "Romeo's Tune," is now preparing to release his 21st album, "Daylight Savings Time." The singles "Purple Toyota" and "Sound Existence" are streaming now, with music videos published to Forbert's YouTube channel. The full record will debut on Sept. 20."Daylight Savings Time" is packed

Local leaders rally against amusem*nt fees for event venues

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Local and state leaders are joining business owners to push back against the city of Buffalo's amusem*nt fees requiring entertainment venues to pay extra for events. The city announced a "pause" on this tax, but some say that's not enough.At RiverWorks Thursday, a ticketed concert was taking place. Without the city's pause this week, RiverWorks would have had to pay an amusem*nt fee of over $200, a big reason some local leaders and small business owners are calling f

'It's neighbors helping neighbors': FASNY holds 152nd convention in Niagara Falls

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) -- This week, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York's 152nd convention is connecting heroes in Niagara Falls."It's a great opportunity for people to come together, volunteer firefighters,network with one another, and to help show the value of the volunteer firefighter service and recruit new volunteer firefighters at the same time," said FASNY president Edward Tase, Jr.Forty thousand members of the association help gear up and save lives every day

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A local family has gone months seeking to get their money back after paying a local company to remodel part of their kitchen. The problem is that the company never followed through with the work and kept the cash.That family contacted Call 4 Action.For months, Call 4 Action has been looking into Queen City Quartz and Granite located in Buffalo. The Herdlein family of Snyder had big plans to remodel their countertops in their kitchen, but instead ran into a lot of problems

Buffalo man admits to fatal shooting in Niagara Falls

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo man pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter Thursday afternoon in connection with a 2023 fatal shooting, the Niagara County District Attorney's Office announced.
Officials said Dennis D. Parson, 20, shot and killed Jaylan McWilson, 24, in front of McWilson's Niagara Falls home on January 21. The motive appeared to be a robbery gone wrong, according to officials.
“There was absolutely no reason for this incident to have ended in the loss of Jaylan&rsquo

'He loved Josh Allen': Mother who lost 3-year-old son to gun violence gets special moment with Bills QB

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) —In an effort to honor her baby boy who was killed in a June shooting in Buffalo, Shakenya Griffin and her family took an invite to Buffalo Bills Training Camp at St. John Fisher University and lived out his dreams of meeting the team.
Three-year-old Ramone Carter, a devoted Bills fan, was killed just a few weeks before what would have been his fourth birthday.
"He would have been four July sixth," Griffin said. "Josh Allen was his Buffalo Bill - he was his fav

Tonawanda man accused of firing shots at Buffalo home

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Tonawanda man was arrested Monday and charged with firing shots at a Buffalo home July 30, the Buffalo Police Department announced.Dennis Verse, 36, allegedly fired several shots around 2 a.m. at a Lombard St. home which a male victim known to him lives in, according to police. Officers say they observed suspected bullet holes in the home and a nearby vehicle.Following an investigation, Verse was taken into custody days after the incident. He was charged with one count

1 killed, another injured in City of Tonawanda shooting

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — One man was killed and another was injured in a shooting on Monday in the City of Tonawanda, police said Thursday.Police responded to Cleveland Avenue where two men had been shot. Both victims were taken to ECMC, where a 44-year-old man was later pronounced dead.
The other victim, a 35-year-old man, has been treated and released.The shooting is still under investigation.Latest Local News1 killed, another injured in City of Tonawanda shootingMan killed after crashin

Man killed after crashing into tree in Wilson

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A man was killed when he crashed into a tree Thursday morning on West Lake Road in Wilson, according to the Niagara County Sheriff's Office.Deputies received a call just before 9:10 a.m. reporting a vehicle hit a tree on the 2800 block of West Lake. The man was the only person in the car and died at the scene after fire officials arrived on the scene to provide medical care.The name of the person is being withheld at this time, and the crash remains under investigati