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Ten times worse than benzene — California updates its science on two chemicals in everyday air

California health officials have released new scientific findings that suggest the health risks from exposure to two chemicals present in ambient air, acrolein and ethylene oxide, are worse than previously known.

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Lockport Cabinet Factory to reopen

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Lockport's former Candlelight Cabinetry factory on Michigan Street will reopen following an acquisition by the newly formed Candlelight Curated Inc., Gov. Kathy Hochul's office announced Thursday. The company plans to launch a multimillion-dollar investment project to upgrade the historic factory's infrastructure with support from local investors and state incentives. "This is [...]

SoCal man sold $80 million in cannabis products and didn't report it, state prosecutors say

A man who operated unlicensed marijuana dispensaries across Southern California is facing dozens of felony charges for evading $7.1 million in taxes, according to state prosecutors.

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Depew medical practice agrees to $500,000 fraud allegation settlement

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Former Depew medical practice Lancaster Medical LLC has agreed to pay $500,000 to resolve allegations that the company fraudulently obtained a Paycheck Protection Program loan in 2020 that they were ineligible for, according to the United States Attorney's Office. Authorities alleged that Lancaster Medical LLC falsely certified their eligibility for a [...]

Irvine man arrested after allegedly killing a duckling, dumping others in the trash

An Irvine man was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty, according to authorities.