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Kearns claims South District stiffed

Rich Newberg — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:12:18 GMT

Despite a crumbling fire hall at Seneca and Southside, south Buffalo is not getting a penny of capital improvement money for 2010.

Special budget session cost $300,000

Mark Parrotte — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:34:14 GMT

Republican Senator Dale Volker says this week's extraordinary session cost New York taxpayers $300,000.

No budget fix after days of talks

Aaron Mason — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:14:05 GMT

New York lawmakers are heading home, even though their work is far from finished in Albany.

With Davis out, some call for Pridgen

Jericka Duncan — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:43:08 GMT

The vacancy sign is flashing at Buffalo city hall following the resignation of embattled Common Councilmember Brian Davis.

Giuliani may not run for governor

Mark Parrotte — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:41:29 GMT

There is developing news in the race for New York governor.

NY lawmakers head home without progress

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:08:36 GMT

New York lawmakers are heading home without agreement on how to address the state's fiscal crisis.

Opportunity is knocking at City Hall

Jericka Duncan — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:52:33 GMT

He is a well-known pastor who says if they people of the Ellicott District want him to lead, he won't shy away from the challenge.

Brian Davis hands in resignation

Jericka Duncan — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:54:37 GMT

He admitted using campaign funds for personal use. Now, Ellicott District Councilmember Brian Davis has given up his seat.

Davis packs his bags and resigns

Tricia Cruz — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:13:05 GMT

Brian Davis walked down the steps of city hall - visibly shaken - and with one sheet of paper - and his voice trembling - announced his resignation.

Control Board chairman calls it quits

Mark Parrotte — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:28 GMT

The head of the Erie County Control Board is calling it quits.

Brian Davis Resigns

Tricia Cruz — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:15:26 GMT

Embattled Buffalo Common Councilmember Brian Davis has resigned.

Former state senator Tauriello dies

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:10:07 GMT

Former State Sen. Joseph A. Tauriello, a major political figure in western New York politics has died.

Hamburg votes to downsize

Vic Baker — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:27:03 GMT

Hamburg voters have given resounding approval to the downsizing of their town board to three members.

Gridlock continues in Albany

Vic Baker — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:17:20 GMT

The gridlock continues in Albany tonight where state lawmakers can't seem to find $3.2 billion in spending cuts to mop up the red ink from a badly bleeding budget.

Downsizing on ballots in Hamburg

Mark Parrotte — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:54:31 GMT

The future of the Hamburg Town Board is in the hands of taxpayers.

Downsizing vote in Hamburg

Judy Moore — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:40:57 GMT

Civic activist Kevin Gaughan has been pushing for smaller government in many communities, and Tuesday it's Hamburg's turn.

Council takes action against Davis

Al Vaughters — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:35:53 GMT

The writing could very well be on the wall for embattled Buffalo Common Councilmember, Brian Davis who recently admitted to illegal financial affairs.

Davis removed from council committees

Aga Dembinska — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:57:10 GMT

Ellicott District Council Member Brian Davis has been removed from all council committees.

Protestors voice about tax hikes

Zachary Kineke — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:45:46 GMT

A Western New York lawmaker is taking heat for his actions in Albany.

Fate of Councilman Brian Davis unknown

George Richert — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:40:06 GMT

He's admitted to hijacking campaign contributions for his own personal use, so should Brian Davis lose his seat on the Buffalo Common Council?

Davis admits misuse of campaign funds

Al Vaughters — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:22:06 GMT

Buffalo Common Councilmember Brian Davis admits using campaign contributions for his personal use. Davis also admitted filing false documents with the Board of Elections.

Brian Davis pleaded guilty as charged

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:38:14 GMT

Brian Davis pleaded guilty, as charged, to Conversion of Campaign Funds to Personal Use and Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the Second Degree.

Palin book goes after McCain camp

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:36:55 GMT

While the book - which contains 68 color photos but no index - stays away from Levi Johnston, the former vice presidential candidate digs in when it comes to those who ran Sen. John McCain's campaign.

Downsize leader featured in USA Today

Judy Moore — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:33:47 GMT

Western New York's advocate for reducing local government is getting national attention.

Public hearing on 2010 county budget

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:22:35 GMT

The County Legislature will hold a public hearing on County Executive Chris Collins' tentative spending plan, Thursday night.

State lawmakers meet to discuss deficit

Mark Parrotte — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:15:49 GMT

Efforts to reduce New York State's mounting budget deficit remain in park on Tuesday.

Brian Davis dodges questions

Al Vaughters — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:10:56 GMT

Embattled Buffalo council member Brian Davis ran from reporters after showing up at a council meeting on Tuesday.

Rally to support same-sex marriage

Kelly Hayes — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:14:01 GMT

A vote to legalize gay marriage could take place at a special session in Albany, Tuesday.

Hamburg residents vote on downsizing

Judy Moore — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:30:37 GMT

Hamburg taxpayers will vote on the plan a week from Tuesday.

Union boss testifies in Bruno trial

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:43:54 GMT

A former union president says his late boss expected "favors" from then New York Senate leader Joseph Bruno in return for investing union pension funds with the company that employed Bruno on the side.