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Apr 20, 2026

Buffalo to be test region for program for affordable child care

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Families with children were the focus of a discussion in Buffalo on Monday with state developers and a group that works with daycares. The Western New York Regional Economic Development Council held a meeting at the Child Care Resource Network in North Buffalo. They said this matters because choosing someone to [...]

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Apr 20, 2026

Josh Allen bangs drum for Sabres playoffs: 'The buzz in the city right now is electric'

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — Josh Allen has been eager to experience playoff hockey in Buffalo since getting drafted to the football team here eight years ago. He missed his first opportunity Sunday night on a flight into town during the Sabres' playoff opener. "When I landed, obviously the whole plane went nuts," Allen said [...]

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Apr 20, 2026

Gowanda man dies in dump truck crash

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Gowanda man died in a dump truck crash in North Collins on Saturday, according to the Erie County Sheriff's Office. Police responded to the area of 11476 Sisson Highway, between Shirley Road and Genesee Road, around 6 a.m. Saturday, where a dump truck had rolled over and hit a tree. [...]

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Apr 20, 2026

480 ducks find homes after an emergency rescue operation in Riverside County

While the ducks now have new homes, officials said the investigation into overcrowding conditions at the original property is ongoing.

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Apr 20, 2026

L.A. Mayor Bass offers a hold-the-line budget, with no layoffs and few big increases

The $14.9-billion budget comes as Bass faces four major challengers in the June 2 primary election, several of whom have criticized her over the quality of city services.

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Apr 20, 2026

FAA investigating extremely close call between 2 Southwest planes

The Federal Aviation Administration said it's investigating an extremely close call between two Southwest Airlines flights at Nashville International Airport.

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Apr 20, 2026

WATCH: Hot air balloon makes surprise landing in SoCal back yard

A balloon carrying passengers surprised residents by putting down in their yard.

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Apr 20, 2026

This week in stadium concert history: April 19-25

Following the sunset season for the concrete cathedral in Orchard Park, WIVB takes a weekly look back at nearly 50 concerts played in the stadium’s 53 years. April 19-25 April 19, 2024: Luke Combs in 2024 played two shows at Highmark Stadium as part of his "Growin' Up and Gettin' Old" tour, for which he [...]

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Apr 20, 2026

WATCH: Skydiver speaks out after crashing into scoreboard at college football game

A skydiver performing during a football game at Virginia Tech University crashed into the stadium's scoreboard and was left dangling high by his parachute.

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Apr 20, 2026

New solar project will help power California's most powerful water plant

The 105-megawatt Pastoria Solar Project represents the largest renewable energy project contracted by the California Department of Water Resources.

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Apr 20, 2026

New COVID subvariant 'Cicada' on the rise in California, just in time for summer

The emergence of the BA.3.2 strain comes amid broader uneasiness about COVID vaccination rates among seniors, who are especially susceptible to the virus.

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Apr 20, 2026

The Dodgers of esports: How L.A.'s Liquid Guild won the attention of over 100,000 people

The best 'World of Warcraft' players on the planet gather to play in Santa Monica for a worldwide event. 'It is the regular season, the Super Bowl and the playoffs all at one time.'