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Buffalo comptroller responds to proposed budget
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Buffalo comptroller Barbara Miller-Williams responded to Mayor Sean Ryan's proposed $681 million budget for the next fiscal year on Thursday, saying that the budget has a 9.5% increase compared to last year. Miller-Williams said the budget seems balanced, but further review is needed -- especially since there are some revenues the [...]
Jury awards $11.8 million to Dodgers fan blinded by LAPD during World Series celebration
Isaac Castellanos sued the LAPD, alleging officers used excessive force and violated department policies when he was shot in the face with a less-lethal projectile.
Artemis II astronauts detail 'intense' reentry in interview with ABC News' David Muir
The Artemis II crew spoke with ABC's "World News Tonight" anchor David Muir, nearly a week after returning home from their historic 10-day journey to the moon and back.
Feeling miserable? You're not alone. L.A. County residents report decade-low quality of life
Since the pandemic, L.A. County residents have felt their quality of life has declined, but this year marked the lowest satisfaction level over the last decade.
Striking before-and-after images show extent of California's snow drought
Before and after images of the Sierra Nevada snow show the early decline in California's snowpack. Statewide snowpack levels sit at 20% of their historical average.
Crews battle house fire in Orchard Park
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Fire crews battled a house fire in Orchard Park on Thursday afternoon. The fire took place on Golden Crescent Way near New Taylor Road. Officials said one firefighter sustained minor injuries and that the house is a total loss. Officials said an excavator was on its way for an emergency demolition.
Apr 16, 2026
Sabres fan finally shaves off playoff drought beard
NWS confirms tornado touchdown, Machias home spared from storm
MACHIAS, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Investigators with the National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Machias Wednesday night after surveying damage in the area on Thursday. The tornado was confirmed to be an EF-0 tornado southeast of Machias, with peak gusts of 75 miles per hour. WIVB News 4 spoke with Robert and Kristina [...]
WATCH: Artemis II crew shares advice for aspiring young astronauts
Each of the Artemis II astronauts shared advice for younger people who may someday want to go to space.
Los Angeles braces for gusty Santa Ana winds, followed by rain
After a couple days of dry and warmer weather, Los Angeles could see some rain next week.
Charges dropped against Torrance officers in killing of Black man who held air rifle
A Los Angeles County judge formally dismissed manslaughter charges against a pair of former Torrance police officers in the 2018 killing of Christopher Deandre Mitchell.
WATCH: Artemis II crew takes questions from reporters postflight
In a press conference on Thursday, Reid Wiseman expressed his appreciation for his fellow Artemis II astronauts.
Mayor Bass has a new plan for addressing climate change in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has released a new climate change plan for Los Angeles, setting goals for solar energy, EV chargers and water recycling.
Apr 17, 2026
'Queen City Forward' listening session at Canisius
Apr 17, 2026