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(WNY News Now) – Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced the arrests of 11 individuals in western Pennsylvania on charges related to illegal firearm possession and trafficking. HARRISBURG — Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that 11 western Pennsylvania-based individuals are charged with illegal possession and transfers of firearms — including ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – A Buffalo woman has been indicted for vehicular manslaughter and aggravated DWI following a fatal crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian last November. Niyonna E. Cunningham, 23, was arraigned on Friday before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek on charges ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A hidden crisis is unfolding beneath the surface of Lake Erie, where invasive aquatic species are disrupting ecosystems and threatening native wildlife—now, a new documentary brings this urgent issue into focus. Jamestown, N.Y. – One of the most picturesque landscapes and important ecosystems in western Pennsylvania ... read more

(WNY News Now) – ROCHESTER, NY – A Pittsford father and son have been charged in a years-long credit card fraud scheme that defrauded major financial institutions and funneled funds into local businesses. Talib Hussain, 74, and Mirza Khan, 46, both of Pittsford, were charged with bank fraud, wire fraud, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – A Buffalo man has been indicted on multiple murder charges for allegedly killing two victims inside their Allentown apartment earlier this month. Bryan M. Chiclana, 34, was arraigned before State Supreme Court Justice M. William Boller on charges of one count of first-degree ... read more

(WNY News Now) – AKRON, N.Y. — A 41-year-old Akron man has been sentenced to six months in jail and five years of probation for assaulting an Erie County Sheriff’s deputy while attempting to flee arrest, prosecutors announced. Michael A. Trybuskiewicz was sentenced Wednesday before State Supreme Court Justice Betty ... read more

(WNY News Now) – New York, NY – The average bonus for employees in New York City’s securities industry soared to $244,700 in 2024, marking a 31.5% increase from the previous year, according to an annual estimate by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The total bonus pool reached ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, NY – A 25-year-old native of Guatemala, Gendry Amilcar Niz-Niz, has been arrested and charged with making a false statement, U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced. The charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. According to a criminal complaint, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A semi-truck struck the CSX Bridge on Brigham Rd in Dunkirk Wednesday morning, causing property damage but no injuries, according to the Dunkirk Police Department. Dunkirk, N.Y. – At approximately 11:57 AM, Dunkirk police responded to reports of a semi-truck that had collided with the south ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A Dauphin County man has been arrested and charged with operating a human trafficking ring in Central Pennsylvania, authorities announced Tuesday. HARRISBURG – Attorney General Dave Sunday announced the arrest of a Dauphin County man charged with running a human trafficking operation for several years in ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – A Buffalo man has been sentenced to 4 to 12 years in prison for causing a fatal crash that claimed two lives and injured two others in March 2024. Devin M. Ford, 24, was sentenced before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek ... read more

(WNY News Now) – HAMBURG, N.Y. – A Lake View man was arraigned Tuesday on felony charges after allegedly unlawfully entering a Town of Hamburg building and stealing tools. Nathaniel S. Rivera, 35, was arraigned before Hamburg Town Court Justice Carl W. Morgan on one count of Burglary in the ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Community urged to support vulnerable children during National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Mayville, N.Y. – During National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, CASA of Chautauqua challenges residents of Chautauqua County to stand against child abuse and take action to support children who have been abused ... read more

(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – A Jamestown man was taken into custody early Tuesday morning after allegedly violating multiple orders of protection. According to the Jamestown Police Department, officers responded to a West Side address at approximately 3:38 a.m. on March 26 for a report of an unwanted ... read more

(WNY News Now) – CATTARAUGUS COUNTY, NY – Snow and ice are creating dangerous travel conditions across Cattaraugus County this morning, prompting officials to urge drivers to exercise caution. The Cattaraugus County Emergency Services issued an alert warning of slippery roads and significant traffic delays due to winter weather. Motorists ... read more

Pooled income trusts can help you maintain financial stability while securing Medicaid eligibility for elderly care. You’ll be able to deposit excess income into a collectively managed fund, preserving access to your money for living expenses and care needs. Through nonprofit management, these trusts guarantee compliant bill payments and can ... read more

Western New York has one of the most vibrant and dynamic scenes in sports betting. The level of community engagement, gaming innovations, and diverse betting offerings make this area a hub of an ever-growing betting audience. However, New York has yet to earn the green light for online casinos.  Several ... read more

While we all know that investments are subject to market risk, 50% of small businesses do not exist after the first five years in the modern market. This is critical market data that continues to haunt new and emerging entrepreneurs. Well, as a small business owner, you cannot relax at ... read more

(WYN News Now) – Women Earn 87 Cents for Every Dollar Men Make, Requiring 53 More Days of Work to Close the Gap. Women in New York earned 87 cents on the dollar compared to men in 2023, according to a report on the gender pay gap released by New York State ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A Lehigh County man faces multiple charges after allegedly using stolen credit cards to fraudulently purchase nearly $100,000 in merchandise from Lowe’s stores across Pennsylvania. HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Dave Sunday announced the charges against Alex Jose Rulan, 33, of Allentown, who is accused of ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Autumn M. White, 29, was arrested in Salamanca on March 22, 2025, after deputies executed a warrant, uncovering an active bench warrant from the Town of Allegany Court. Salamanca, N.Y. – On March 22, 2025, at approximately 3:42 p.m., deputies from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Kenneth J. Grainer, 30, of Little Valley, was arrested after an altercation on Fair Oak St. led to charges of assault and harassment. Little Valley, N.Y. – Kenneth J. Grainer, 30, of Little Valley, was arrested on March 24, 2025, following a physical altercation on Fair ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, NY – A Buffalo man has been federally indicted for distributing fentanyl that resulted in a fatal overdose, along with multiple drug and money laundering charges, U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced. A federal grand jury returned a superseding indictment against Kenneth G. Shoemaker II, also ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Amid mounting financial struggles, Senator George Borrello announced plans to introduce legislation establishing a financial control board to oversee and manage the City of Dunkirk’s finances. DUNKIRK, NY — In response to the ongoing financial crisis facing the City of Dunkirk, Senator George Borrello announced today ... read more

(WNY News Now) – OLEAN, N.Y. — A routine traffic stop in the City of Olean led to the arrest of a Wellsville man early Saturday morning on multiple vehicle violations and an outstanding warrant. According to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, deputies stopped Alec W. Kessler, 28, on South ... read more

(WNY News Now) – FRANKLINVILLE, N.Y. — The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a Franklinville woman on a probation violation warrant. According to Sheriff Eric A. Butler, deputies took Tyona J. Forward, 28, into custody on March 22, 2025, at approximately 6:21 p.m. Forward was arraigned ... read more

(WNY News Now) – A structure fire in the Town of Ellicott has been ruled accidental after an electrical issue caused the blaze in a residential kitchen ceiling. At approximately 7:21 PM on March 24, 2025, the Celoron Fire Department, alongside several mutual aid units, responded to a call for ... read more

(WNY News Now) – SALAMANCA, NY – A Salamanca man was taken into custody late Sunday night following an altercation that led to an assault charge. According to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested Derik N. Nelson, 26, at approximately 11:52 p.m. on March 23, 2025, after he allegedly ... read more

(WNY News Now) – LITTLE VALLEY, NY – A routine traffic stop in the early hours of Monday led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man on multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated. According to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office, on March 24, 2025, Michael Willover was stopped at approximately ... read more