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AR-15 assault rifle returning to stores

Lauren Tillia — Wed, 22 May 2013 02:40:12 GMT

One of the state's most popular guns has been banned under New York's SAFE Act. But now, officials say they've found a way to get the gun back on store shelves.

Police ensure drivers use seatbelts

Ed Drantch — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:31:42 GMT

Police say seatbelts save lives and right now they're making sure drivers across New York are wearing those life-saving devices.

Cuomo inks casino deal with Mohawks

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:52:56 GMT

Gov. Andrew Cuomo and St. Regis Mohawk tribal leaders signed an agreement Tuesday to ensure the Mohawks keep their exclusive casino territory in northern New York while paying the state $30 million in gambling proceeds that have been withheld.

FBI: Man possibly abused many children

Rachel Kingston — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:05:34 GMT

The FBI is asking the public for information about David Allen Vickers, who they say has attempted to or has had contact with children. Vickers and his brother, Sean, already face charges of abusing children. But authorities believe there may be more victims.

Cuomo warns Khloe Kardashian about logo

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:55:47 GMT

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's sent a letter to Khloe Kardashian informing the reality star the logo on her T-shirt line may be violating copyright law.

NYSP to honor comrades killed on duty

Shannon Ross — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:08:12 GMT

Troopers who died in the line of duty as far back as 1925 will be remembered during Tuesday morning’s somber ceremony at Troop A Headquarters.

Master teacher program coming to WNY

Aaron Mason — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:35:05 GMT

Buffalo State College has been selected as the host campus in Western New York for the state's new master teacher program.

Parents opting out of state tests

Rachel Kingston — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:45:33 GMT

The clock is ticking. The pressure is on. Students are being put to the test - the standardized test. But now some parents say it's time to put the pencils down, and back off of this grueling process.

US senator plans to lower student debt

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:43:28 GMT

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is hoping to relieve the debt burden of millions of students who have borrowed to pay for their education — especially New Yorkers, who average nearly $30,000 in student debt.

Assemblyman, Sheriff debate NY SAFE Act

Rachel Kingston — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:32:01 GMT

State Assemblyman Sean Ryan and Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard are debating the NY SAFE Act. Howard said he will not enforce the measure because he believes it violates Americans Constitutional rights.

Accused NY Assemblyman resigns

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:18:17 GMT

The New York assemblyman accused of asking young female staffers to massage him, touch his cancerous tumors and join him in hotel rooms said Saturday he will resign rather than possibly be expelled from the Legislature amid sexual harassment allegations.

Seneca leader calls Cuomo a bully

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:33:21 GMT

The head of the Seneca Indians has accused Gov. Andrew Cuomo of engaging in "playground bully tactics" over their casino disagreement.

Powerball jackpot stands at $600M

Posted by: Emily Lenihan — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:21:22 GMT

The jackpot, a cash value of $376.9 million, is the highest in the game's history and the second highest lottery jackpot in the United States.

Oneidas and NY have deal on casino cash

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:26:21 GMT

The Oneida Indians have struck a deal with the Cuomo administration to guarantee exclusive territory for their central New York casino in exchange for an estimated $50 million in annual payments to the state.

Lawmaker ques. tax breaks for Dick's

Brian Tabor — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:23:52 GMT

A Buffalo lawmaker wants state officials to figure out if a sporting goods store received improper tax breaks to open a location in Genesee County.

Fighters in WNY, push for MMA approval

Lindsay Munschauer — Thu, 16 May 2013 02:16:33 GMT

The fight for mixed-martial arts came to WNY on Wednesday.

NYS aims to put more teens to work

Luke Smith — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:56:11 GMT

The Summer Youth Employment Program will help about 18,000 teens find jobs. About $25 million is being distributed to all 57 counties.

Future of Falls icon is uncertain

Ed Drantch — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:08:41 GMT

The future of the Maid of the Mist is in jeopardy. When a California-based company takes over in Canada next year, the iconic tour boat company won't have any place to store their boats.

Man charged with making armed threats

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:02:53 GMT

Authorities say a 26-year-old man was armed with a rifle when he chased people at a construction site and threatened others inside a business.

Costco to open in Rochester suburb

Nancy Sanders — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:17:17 GMT

Costco will be opening its first store within striking distance of western New York shoppers at the CityGate development outside Rochester.

Crash closes 10-mile stretch of road

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:09:21 GMT

Authorities say a nearly 10-mile stretch of a rural western New York road has reopened after being closed when two vehicles collided head-on, injuring several people.

Last day for gun owners to opt out

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:26:15 GMT

Gun owners in New York who don't want their license information available to the public are facing a deadline to file an exemption form with local licensing authorities.

High tech AUVs to sample Lake Ontario

Nancy Sanders — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:44:00 GMT

Two high tech underwater vehicles are launching this week at several points along Lake Ontario to study fish, changes to food sources and algae abundance.

.05 drunken driving limit recommended

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:43:44 GMT

Federal accident investigators recommended Tuesday that states cut their threshold for drunken driving by nearly half, matching a standard that has substantially reduced highway deaths in other countries.

Two bullets too many leads to violation

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:11:11 GMT

State police have charged a 31-year-old Hudson Valley driver with a misdemeanor after he was pulled over and found with two more bullets in his handgun magazine than allowed under New York's new gun control law.

Amtrak unveils its new locomotives

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:44:18 GMT

Amtrak is preparing to roll out the first of 70 new locomotives it says will offer better safety, reliability and performance than its current aging fleet.

Man pays fine, state wants $50 more

Nalina Shapiro — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:43:45 GMT

A Buffalo man admits he ran a red light and says he paid his fine in full. But the DMV says he owes the state another $50.

AG joins couple's fight against bank

Al Vaughters — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:10:12 GMT

A couple from Genesee County is fighting to keep their home, but they are involved in an uphill battle against one of the country's largest banks.

Spire finally tops World Trade Center

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:40:01 GMT

Workers are lifting the final sections of the silver spire atop One World Trade Center, which will bring the iconic New York City structure to its full, symbolic height of 1,776 feet.

Gov. gives Senecas ultimatum on casinos

Ed Drantch — Fri, 10 May 2013 02:23:32 GMT

Governor Andrew Cuomo is putting all the cards on the table and gambling on any future relationship with the Seneca Nation. He's delivered an ultimatum: pay up or no more exclusivity zone.