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Ready for a look at the new Bills stadium? WIVB is giving you an exclusive look at the Bills' new home. You can watch on the WIVB+ app at 8 p.m. or by clicking here. https://www.wivb.com/watch-wivb-live/ 

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A flash flood warning is in effect until 10 p.m. Wednesday for Southern Allegany County. https://www.wivb.com/weather-news/todays-forecast/buffalo-ny-weather-forecast-july-2025-fourth-of-july/ 

Dispute over jail term delays sentencing for former DEA agent convicted of conspiracy BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Court filings in the case of convicted former DEA agent Joseph Bongiovanni revealed a huge difference in opinion over how long he should sit in prison. Tuesday morning,…

24 years behind bars, or just two? Sentencing for a former DEA agent convicted of conspiracy to defraud the United States has been delayed as legal teams argue whether details the government failed to prove at trial can be considered for his sentence.

Josh Allen gets “investment stake” in New Era Cap Children at Oishei Children’s Hospital will customize hats for Allen to wear this season

Josh Allen will wear nine different “Billustration” hats during his stadium arrival at each Bills home game this season that were customized by patients at Oishei Children’s Hospital. The hats will be auctioned off to benefit The Patricia Allen Fund.

Cannabis recall: New York state issues alert due to pesticides The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) issued a recall on Tuesday for three cannabis products sold at dispensaries throughout the state. Officials said some East End Flower Farm pro…

That state recalled three cannabis products that failed testing due to pesticides over the allowable limit.

Consumer alert: New York warns military of rising scams New York State officials have issued a consumer alert to warn military members and their families about an increase in scams, which cost them an estimated $584 million last year, and have provided …

State officials sent out a consumer alert to warn military members and their families about an uptick in scams targeting service members and veterans.

Subaru 4-Mile Chase to run on Friday BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The 43rd rendition of the Subaru 4-Mile Chase is set to hit the ground running on Friday, with bragging rights and prize money on the line in the Elmwood Village. A&nbs…

The Subaru 4-Mile Chase, the road race through Elmwood Village that attracts international competitors, returns this Friday.

Everything you need to know about Give 716 BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — WIVB News 4 is proud to once again partner with Give 716, a local giving event that gives back to local communities. Here’s how you can get involved. What is Give 716? …

The Give 716 donation drive opens, appropriately, at 7:16 p.m. tonight and runs through tomorrow, 7/16. Here's what to know about the event.

Padres make Michael Salina highest-drafted Bonnie, Twins grab SUNY Niagara’s Matt Barr BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Two hard-throwing Western New York college pitchers were selected in the early rounds of the MLB Draft on Monday. St. Bonaventure right-hander Michael Salina became the highe…

In the MLB Draft, St. Bonaventure right-hander Michael Salina became the highest selected player in school history while Cheektowaga native Matt Barr was picked in the fifth round by the Minnesota Twins.

Jacquie Walker: Judging by the Taste … sprouts stole the show! See some of the winning dishes of this year’s Taste of Buffalo here.

Taste of Buffalo 2025: Jacquie Walker's favorite item was ... a vegetable? Resurgence Brewing Company left her impressed, as did Roaming Bison BBQ. https://www.wivb.com/jacquie-walker/judging-by-the-taste-sprouts-stole-the-show/ 

Andrew Cuomo expected to run as independent in NYC mayor’s race, with a proposal This expected announcement arrives on the heels of Cuomo conceding to Zohran Mamdani in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary last month.

Andrew Cuomo is expected to announce this week that he is staying in the race for New York City mayor as an independent following Zohran Mamdani's victory in the primary. https://www.wivb.com/news/national/andrew-cuomo-expected-to-run-as-independent-in-nyc-mayors-race-with-a-proposal/ 

Denver dino museum makes 'historically thrilling' discovery under own parking lot “This is a scientifically and historically thrilling find for both the Museum and the larger Denver community,” said Dr. James Hagadorn, the curator of geology at the Denver Museum of Nature and Sc…

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science said it discovered a nearly 70-million-year-old dinosaur fossil underneath its own parking lot during a geothermal test drilling project.

Niagara University legend, Utah Jazz coach Frank Layden dies at 93 SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Frank Layden, the sharp-witted former basketball coach who took Niagara University to its first NCAA Tournament and led the Utah Jazz to the playoffs for the first time, has d…

Niagara University legend Frank Layden, whose name is emblazoned on the court at the Gallagher Center, died this week at 93. After taking Niagara to its first NCAA Tournament, he later led the Utah Jazz to the playoffs for the first time.

Parent charged after 2-year-old overdoses on marijuana edible labeled “death bar” BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Cattaraugus County parent was charged after a 2-year-old allegedly overdosed on a marijuana edible while unsupervised, Olean police said Thursday. The alleged incident happ…

A 2-year-old child in Olean recovered after allegedly eating part of a marijuana edible labeled "death bar" while unsupervised. Their parent was charged as a result.

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Who killed Jimmy Hoffa? A reporter, a prosecutor, and an ex-mobster claim they know It’s a (nearly) 50-year-old mystery: Who killed Jimmy Hoffa and where is his body? A trio of people has come forward claiming to have the answer.

Who killed Jimmy Hoffa? A group of people giving presentation at a college in Michigan later this month claim to have the answer to a 50-year-old mystery.

Kensington Lions Football Classic returns in two weeks ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) – The 49th Annual Kensington Lions All-Star High School Football Classic is set to take center stage for a farewell to Western New York’s gridiron seniors. The event…

The 49th Annual Kensington Lions All-Star High School Football Classic honors Western New York’s gridiron seniors on July 23.

Schumer demands investigation of Trump Weather Service vacancies in wake of Texas flooding Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) is demanding that the Commerce Department’s inspector general investigate vacancies at National Weather Service offices and whether they increased the …

New York Sen. Chuck Schumer demanding that the Commerce Department’s inspector general investigate vacancies at National Weather Service offices and whether they increased the death toll in recent flash flooding in Texas.

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The Sabres added goaltender Alex Lyon, who gives them depth alongside Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Devon Levi. See the latest updates as the team continues to add players for both the NHL and AHL. https://www.wivb.com/sports/sabres-offseason-tracker-latest-updates-on-the-nhl-draft-and-free-agency/

Vance breaks 50-50 tie as Senate passes GOP megabill   Vice President Vance cast the tie-breaking vote as Senate Republicans on Tuesday delivered a huge legislative victory for President Trump by passing his One Big, Beautiful Bill Act after hours of t…

Vice President Vance cast the tie-breaking vote as Senate Republicans delivered a legislative victory for President Trump by passing his One Big, Beautiful Bill Act. GOP Sens. Thom Tillis, Rand Paul and Susan Collins voted against the measure.

GameStop $4.5 million settlement: How to submit your claim GameStop customers may be entitled to a payment as part of a class-action settlement filed in New York State.

If you purchased a video game from the GameStop website in the last five years, you may be eligible to join a new class-action lawsuit.

List of 4th of July fireworks, events across WNY BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Colorful firework displays and lively parades will kick off across the area as Western New Yorkers celebrate the Fourth of July. See a full list of this year’s di…

🎆 Clarence postponed tonight's fireworks show due to possible thunderstorms.

See the full list of Fourth of July events around WNY here.

St. Timothy’s asked to pay over $5M toward sexual abuse settlement TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Parishioners of Saint Timothy Parish in the Town of Tonawanda are left with more questions than answers after learning their parish has to pay over $5 million toward …

Saint Timothy Parish was asked to pay around $5.2 million toward the $150 million clergy sexual abuse settlement, which is the second highest amount out of any parish. https://www.wivb.com/buffalo-catholic-church-close-merge/st-timothys-asked-to-pay-over-5m-toward-sexual-abuse-settlement/ 

Teen charged in connection with Canalside shooting Police said they are still looking for a second person of interest.

Update: A Buffalo teen was arrested Friday in connection with a shooting that occurred on Monday night at Canalside, Buffalo police announced Saturday. https://www.wivb.com/news/local-news/buffalo/suspect-in-canalside-shooting-in-custody/ 

Chris Scanlon dropping out of Buffalo mayor race Scanlon, who has served as Buffalo’s acting mayor since October, lost the Democratic primary on Tuesday to State Senator Sean Ryan, who had the endorsement of the Erie County Democratic Commi…

NEW: Buffalo Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon is discontinuing his third-party bid and dropping out of the mayoral race after losing Tuesday's primary.

Squeeze Juicery leaving original Main St. location, but not going far Squeeze had been in its original home for over a decade.

Today is Squeeze Juicery’s last day at its original Main Street location in Williamsville. But the popular spot isn't moving far.

‘Disturbing’ gun-related incident at Jefferson Ave. Tops reopens wounds from racist massacre A June 17th incident at the Tops market on Jefferson Avenue reopens wounds from the racist massacre that occurred there three years ago.

A new gun-related incident at the same Tops grocery store as the 2022 mass shooting is reopening wounds and reigniting calls to address gun violence. Get the details obtained exclusively by News 4 Investigates.

Gerry Philbin, UB football great and Super Bowl champion, dies at 83 Gerry Philbin, one of the most distinguished players in University at Buffalo’s football history who went on to become a defensive leader for the Super Bowl champion New York Jets, has died

Gerry Philbin, a UB Athletics Hall of Famer who won Super Bowl III with the Jets after Joe Namath guaranteed victory, died at 83.

Whitfield drops out of Buffalo mayoral race, Scanlon remains undecided BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — State Senator Sean Ryan will run for Buffalo mayor on the Democratic Party line this November after winning the primary election, but uncertainty remains for who will c…

Uncertainty remains for who will continue their campaigns for Buffalo mayor through the general election. https://www.wivb.com/news/political-news/your-local-election-headquarters-new-york-state/whitfield-drops-out-of-buffalo-mayoral-race-scanlon-remains-undecided/ 

Winners of town supervisor primary races around Western New York See the results from Tuesday’s primary races here.

The results are officially in for numerous town supervisor primary races around WNY, including races in Amherst, Hamburg, Orchard Park and more. https://www.wivb.com/news/political-news/your-local-election-headquarters-new-york-state/winners-of-town-supervisor-primary-races-around-western-new-york/