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Inside New York’s crackdown on license plate fraud with State Police
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The issue of license plate fraud has been a growing problem across New York State, leaving everyday drivers stuck with toll bills, speeding tickets, and violations tied to plates they turned in months or even years earlier. Now, Call 4 Action is getting exclusive access into how New York State Police [...]
'Connection of art is universal': Meibohm Fine Arts celebrates 125 years
EAST AURORA, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Grace Meibohm is a third-generation art dealer. In 1901, her grandfather, a photographer during the Pan American Exposition, opened The Art Shop on Connecticut Street in Buffalo. In 1957, Meibohm's parents moved the business to Main Street in East Aurora and established Meibohm Fine Arts, along with The Art Shop's [...]
Salvatore's hopes to reopen Friday after fire damaged dining room
LANCASTER, N.Y. (WIVB) — Salvatore's beloved restaurant and hotel should be back open Friday, according to the owner, who is working with staff to pick up the pieces after a fire damaged their dining room this week, bringing operations to a halt. The blaze broke out Monday afternoon in the boiler and made its way [...]
Three families miss Hochul's call as frustration grows over radiation crisis
The missed opportunity for three families to speak directly with Gov. Kathy Hochul resulted in frustration. But they may get another chance.
Hundreds suffered ill health from massive Boyle Heights warehouse fire, new survey finds
A report detailing symptoms Boyle Heights residents around a burned-down warehouse confirms community members' experiences, advocates say.
Lawsuit against BPS board member moving forward after independent investigation
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The lawyer representing the complainants in a sexual harassment lawsuit against Buffalo Public Schools board member Lewis 'Muki' Hawkins said the lawsuit will move forward despite the board announcing that their independent investigation could not substantiate the claims. The investigation, conducted by Hodgson Russ LLP, found "no substantiated evidence of a [...]
Aug 20, 2026
17 people charged amid WNY drug trafficking takedown
Riverside man fostered dozens of children over decades. Now he's accused of child sex abuse
A Riverside man has been arrested after he was accused of sexually abusing children over two decades ago.
Trump admin moves to allow logging and construction in national forests
The USDA, which oversees the U.S. Forest Service, filed the proposed rule and corresponding draft environmental impact statement in the Federal Register on Tuesday.
WATCH: Steve Way talks new hit series 'Furious'
The actor and comedian discusses his role in the critically acclaimed crime thriller, currently No. 1 on Hulu.
China wrongfully detaining US citizen, State Department declares
The State Department said Thursday that an American citizen who traveled to China has been illegally detained by their government.
FBI seizes former Rep. Swallwell's phone, devices in criminal probe, sources say
The FBI seized former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's electronic devices as part of an ongoing criminal probe, according to sources familiar with the situation.
WATCH: 'The Shards' sparks '80s fashion revival
Lori Bergamotto shares how to embrace '80s fashion trends making a comeback thanks to the hit series "The Shards."
Aug 20, 2026