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Mismanagement Uncovered in Stafford, Lancaster, and Franklinville; Budget Concerns in Yonkers (WNY News Now) – New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has released a series of audits highlighting financial and operational issues within various local governments and school districts. These audits reveal significant management flaws and compliance failures, impacting ... read more

Jamestown Cruise-In is back for its 31st year, promising an evening of classic cars, live music, and community celebration. (WNY News Now) – Jamestown – Downtown Jamestown is gearing up for one of its most anticipated events of the year as the Chamber of Commerce presents the Jamestown Cruise-In on ... read more

(WNY News Now) – New York, NY – Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand endorsed VP Kamala Harris for president and issued the following statement:  “I am proud to endorse my friend, Vice President Kamala Harris, for president. VP Harris is an unwavering champion for families, workers and justice. She is incredibly ... read more

(WNY News Now) – New York – Governor Kathy Hochul announced her request for a federal Emergency Declaration from President Biden to support response and recovery operations in 15 counties following a string of severe weather which devastated areas throughout upstate New York on July 15 and 16. A federal ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Chautauqua County – The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce, now rebranded as CHQ Chamber, has unveiled a fresh name, logo, and color scheme. Daniel J. Heitzenrater, President and CEO of CHQ Chamber, highlighted that this change aims to better represent their work and the communities they ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Syracuse, NY – On Sunday, July 21, 2024, at approximately 8:06 p.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to multiple gunshots detected by ShotSpotter at Stone Court in the James Geddes Housing complex. Upon arrival, officers found two female victims with apparent gunshot wounds to their legs. Both ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Sonia S. Mosley, a 37-year-old Jamestown resident, was arrested after resisting arrest and unlawfully entering a stranger’s home. On July 21, 2024, at approximately 6:04 PM, officers from the 2nd platoon spotted Sonia S. Mosley in the vicinity of Myrtle Street and Newland Avenue. With prior ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of the fourth construction contract for the transformative Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. The award of the $313.5 million contract to CNY Alliance will begin construction on the Community Grid along streets on Syracuse’s eastside, in the former 15th Ward neighborhood. The ... read more

(WNY News Now) – ELLERY, NY – On July 20, 2024, at approximately 11:22 p.m., Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Deputies, while patrolling Bemus Point, identified a speeding vehicle in the Town of Ellery. The driver, 19-year-old Ryan P. Pattison of Highland Heights, Ohio, was found to be driving while intoxicated. Following ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – In a significant crackdown on narcotics and illegal firearms, U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced the arrest of Richard Pearson, 47, of Jamestown, NY. Pearson faces multiple charges, including possession with intent to distribute acetyl fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, and methamphetamine, being a ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced that Bruno J. Haney, II, 35, of Niagara Falls, NY, has been sentenced to 184 months in prison for his role in leading a significant drug trafficking organization. Haney was convicted of conspiring to possess with intent ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Rochester, NY – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced that Michael Grimm, 44, of Spencerport, NY, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud before U.S. District Court Judge Charles J. Siragusa. This charge could result in a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison and a $250,000 ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced the arrest of Melissa Olson, 45, of Randolph, NY, on charges of theft of mail by an officer or employee. Olson, a rural carrier associate for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) assigned to the Randolph Post Office, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Rochester, NY – Danielle Hampton, 50, of Rochester, NY, has been convicted by a federal jury for maintaining a drug-involved premises, a charge that carries a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison and a $500,000 fine. The conviction follows an investigation led by ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo, NY – Otis L. Johnson Jr., 46, was sentenced to 25 years in prison followed by 5 years of post-release supervision for the fatal stabbing of Katherine Crofton, 56, in her Buffalo apartment. The sentencing was handed down this morning by Erie County Court Judge ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Brandi M. Whitford, 28, of Jamestown, NY, who was convicted of maintaining a drug-involved premises, was sentenced to time served and three years’ probation by U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo. Assistant U.S. Attorney Joshua ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul provides crucial updates on the ongoing global computer system outage, emphasizing New York State’s swift response and progress in restoring critical services. “We continue to address the IT outage of Windows computers affected by a third-party software tool that impacted systems and services ... read more

(WNY News Now) – ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Police Department (RPD) is on the hunt for suspects involved in an armed robbery at the Kwik-Fill store on Culver Road. The incident, which has left the local community on edge, occurred late Tuesday night around 10:52 p.m. According to RPD, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Rochester – A morning shooting on Bradley Street has left one man injured and sparked an active investigation. On Thursday, July 18th, at approximately 10:08 a.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to a shot spotter activation in the 200 block of Bradley Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered ... read more

(WNY News Now) – In a conclusion to last summer’s fatal hit-and-run on Klem Road, a Webster man has been sentenced for the death of a local bicyclist. Ryan Laduca, a 36-year-old Webster resident, was sentenced to 1.5 to 4 years in prison for his involvement in a hit-and-run crash ... read more

(WNY News Now) – ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot on Monroe Avenue early Thursday morning. In the early hours of Thursday, Rochester police responded to a shooting in front of a business in the 600 block of Monroe Avenue. Upon arrival, officers ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Rochester – In a brazen daylight incident, a Dollar General employee was robbed at gunpoint on Jones Avenue in Rochester, N.Y., on Wednesday afternoon. Rochester Police responded to a report of a gunpoint robbery on Jones Avenue near Parkway at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Upon ... read more

(WNY News Now) – New York – New York State has enacted a significant reform to address the persistent backlog in family and civil courts by expanding the number of judges across the state. Governor Kathy Hochul’s new legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the judicial system, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – A shocking incident on I-690 Eastbound leaves a man injured as Syracuse Police intensify their investigation. On Tuesday, July 16th, at approximately 6:52 p.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired on I-690 Eastbound, near the Teall Avenue exit. Upon arrival, ... read more

(WNY News Now) – ROCHESTER, N.Y.- U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that a Rochester, NY, man who was convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm, was sentenced to serve 48 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Charles J. Siragusa. Assistant U.S. Attorney Douglas E. ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced that a Wilson, NY, man who was convicted of possession with intent to distribute marijuana, being a user of a controlled substance in possession of firearms, and being a felon in possession of firearms, was sentenced to serve ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – A Buffalo man faces up to 7 years in prison following his conviction for burglary and grand larceny after a rapid jury verdict. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that a jury has found 38-year-old Sergio J. Brooks of Buffalo guilty of one ... read more

(WNY News Now) – BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that a 34-year-old resident of Jamestown, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine. The charges carry a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a ... read more

(WNY News Now) – LOCKPORT – In a decisive move, Niagara County Court sentenced a Niagara Falls woman to a decade in state prison for a harrowing attack in Niagara Falls.  Niagara County District Attorney Brian D. Seaman announced that Shawnquilla N. Armstrong, age 32, of Niagara Falls, was sentenced ... read more

(WNY News Now) – Buffalo – Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael J. Keane announces that 33-year-old man of no permanent address was sentenced last Friday morning before State Supreme Court Justice Paul B. Wojtaszek to 2 to 4 years in prison. He was sentenced as a second felony offender. In May ... read more