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Brothers run marathons on 2 legs, 3 wheels for Muscular Dystrophy awareness
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Two brothers from Buffalo are on a mission to change lives, one marathon at a time. Dan and Matthew Murray are taking on multiple full marathons throughout the year, showing others the importance of a good outlet and staying positive, while raising money and awareness for a cause close to their [...]
3 tornadoes confirmed Wednesday night
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The National Weather Service confirmed that three tornados touched down in Western New York on Wednesday, with EF-1 tornadoes in Olcott, Alexander, and East Shelby. Officials said the Olcott tornado started at 6:07 p.m. and lasted one minute, with an estimated max wind speed of 105 miles per hour. The Alexander [...]
Lost in the algorithm: Hikers stranded on Mt. Shasta after following Gemini AI's plan
Authorities say three hikers became stranded on Mt. Shasta after relying solely on Google's Gemini AI.
Storms leave widespread damage in Niagara County
NIAGARA COUNTY, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Damage is widespread in Niagara County following Wednesday's severe storms, with officials saying that the devastation they're seeing is like no other. "The people that are hundreds of feet from here were safe, and yet the devastation still took place," Town of Newfane Deputy Supervisor Peter Robinson said. "It just [...]
Tree falls on Olcott home during Wednesday storm
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- An Olcott couple's hands are full after Wednesday's wild weather uprooted a large tree and brought it tumbling down into their home. "The wind was coming from the north or northwest, and just kind of pushed it right over into the corner of the house," Bill Clark said. Clark and his [...]
WNY storm chasers encounter rare shelf cloud during Wednesday's storm
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Wednesday's storm brought more than thunder, lightning, rain and strong winds to Western New York. Storm chasers were out in force for a glimpse of something the region rarely sees. "This is insane," Matt Bellinger, the lead storm chaser with WNY Stormchasers, shouted as he exited his storm car to see an [...]
Sep 3, 2026
2 teens dead after stolen vehicle crash
Trump admin threatens to cut federal support for Smithsonian
The Trump administration is ramping up attacks against the Smithsonian and is now threatening to cut off federal cooperation in the curation and funding of exhibits.
Hurricane Marie tracking away from L.A., but beaches will still be hit hard
Hurricane Marie is expected to stay off the California coast, reducing risks of flooding and strong winds, but is poised to deliver dangerous surf and some rain.
9/11 victims hope newly uncovered records will help illuminate Saudis' alleged role
Twenty-five years after September 11, victims and their families are hopeful that newly uncovered records will aid in their decade-long lawsuit against Saudi Arabia.
Officials looking to ID young girl, man found dead in same area in separate incidents
Los Angeles County authorities said they're working to identify a young girl and a man whose bodies were mysteriously found in the same channel several miles apart.
Firefighters rescue man trapped for hours inside San Francisco garbage truck
Firefighters rescued a man trapped for hours inside a garbage truck in San Francisco early Wednesday.
Trump targets private school tax-exempt status over race-based aid. California takes notice
The Treasury Department proposed the change Thursday. If finalized, the rule would take effect after May 2027, aiming to end race-based student policies or programs.
Sep 4, 2026
A taste of history at Freedom Run Winery
Sep 3, 2026
3 tornadoes confirmed Wednesday night
Sep 3, 2026