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Chrusciki Bakery to cease retail operations May 31 after 40 years in business
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Chrusciki Bakery on Monday night announced via social media that after operating for 40 years, May 31 will be the final day the business is open for retail. The bakery also expressed its thank you to Buffalo for its love and support over the years. "For four decades, you allowed us [...]
Federal court blocks Alabama effort to use GOP-friendly congressional map
A three-judge panel in a federal court in Alabama ruled unanimously on Tuesday that state Republicans are still blocked from using their 2023 congressional map.
WATCH: Americans remember and honor the heroes who gave their lives on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, Americans from coast to coast gathered to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Iran live updates: US conducts 'self-defense' strikes, Rubio says Strait will re-open
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Record-setting outside money pouring into California governor's race
Corporations, labor unions, tech titans, tribes and other special interests have donated $79.6 million to independent committees focused on swaying the volatile California governor's race ahead of the June 2 primary.
PG&E goes after gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer. He welcomes the fight
PG&E has plowed at least $13.5 million into efforts to oppose Steyer's bid for California governor, according to campaign records.
May 26, 2026
WATCH: Baby elephant charges tourists
Jeff Glor runs Buffalo Marathon, fundraises for P.U.N.T. program
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Jeff Glor, a well-known journalist and Town of Tonawanda native, ran the Buffalo Marathon this weekend for P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative. The money Glor helped raise is going toward the P.U.N.T. program, "Andrew's Game Day." "It made my year, this experience. And Buffalo has a way of doing that," said Glor. [...]
Threat of massive explosion in Garden Grove 'eliminated' but danger remains, officials say
Concerns remained that an explosion at the aerospace plant in Garden Grove was still possible, fire officials said.
Buffalo football legends cruise setting off in 2027
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Bills fans might want to start packing their bags. A "Buffalo Football Legends Cruise" is giving members of Bills Mafia the chance to hit the high seas with former players and fellow fans. From March 22-26 next year, fans can set sail with Bills players such as Dion Dawkins, Damar Hamlin, [...]
Communities across WNY host Memorial Day events to honor local veterans
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — From parades to ceremonies, communities across Western New York came together this Memorial Day to honor local heroes and the sacrifices they made to serve their country. The Amherst Veterans Committee held its annual wreath laying ceremony at the Williamsville Cemetery, where both Amherst and Williamsville residents gathered to honor fallen [...]
WATCH: Lithium-ion battery ignites garbage truck near Sacramento, CA
Authorities are now urging residents in the area not to dispose of lithium-ion batteries in the trash.
WATCH: Paraglider's canopy struck by plane over Austrian Alps
Harrowing video captured the moment a plane slammed into the canopy of a paraglider while she was thousands of feet over the Austrian Alps, sending her plummeting to the ground.
May 26, 2026