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Watch parties hosted throughout the city for US World Cup match

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Fans from across the region enjoyed watch parties across the city Friday, cheering on the United States as they faced Paraguay in the World Cup. At Canalside, fans enjoyed food trucks, music, giveaways and family friendly activities before gathering around a giant outdoor screen to watch the match. Over at Silo [...]

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A fugitive was wanted for 2 killings in California. After 8 years on the run, he was found in Laos

A man suspected for two California killings was captured in Laos after eight years on the run, officials said. He was returned to California to face charges.

State announces $6 million investment into City of Tonawanda pool

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Kohler Pool has been a gathering place for generations of people in the city of Tonawanda, and community members have been working to save the aging and deteriorating pool from closing for good. Now, with a check from New York State, its future is looking brighter. "Given that it could [...]

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CBP seizes $4 million shipment of marijuana on Peace Bridge

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Around 1,600 pounds of marijuana hidden in a commercial truck was intercepted by officers at the Peace Bridge Tuesday while attempting to enter the United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said. After a shipment labeled as "chocolate" was flagged as irregular, CBP officers conducted a search of its truck and [...]

Teen hurt after being hit on electric scooter in North Tonawanda

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A teenager was taken to the hospital after being hit by a vehicle at the intersection of Nash Road and Meadow Drive in North Tonawanda Friday afternoon, Mayor Austin Tylec said. The crash took place around 2:40 p.m., North Tonawanda police said, and occurred when the teenager crossed the intersection and [...]