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State Senator Rob Ortt wants to repeal existing legislation that allows for the early release from parole supervision before a term expires. The North Tonawanda Republican suggests without early release, a Buffalo woman might still be alive.

The Seneca Nation is accusing the Salamanca Police Chief and Cattaraugus County District Attorney of discussing possible law enforcement actions that, they say, would violate their sovereignty.

On Thursday, Erie County Sheriff John Garcia spoke publicly about his Narcotics Chief DJ Granville for the first time since the chief pleaded guilty to charges related to an April 2024 incident.

James’s counsel is opposing the subpoenas relating to cases involving Trump and the NRA, claiming that Acting U.S. Attorney John Sarcone was improperly appointed.

U.S. senators representing New York are demanding the Trump administration fund SNAP benefits during the ongoing government shutdown.

Buffalo's Bishop Michael Fisher sat down with BTPM NPR’s Emyle Watkins after returning from a meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican. Fisher shared details about their conversation, which included the Diocese's bankruptcy case and reorganization.

On Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency and announced several efforts the state is making to help the people who are facing an imminent crisis.

Both the US and Canada have significant changes along their border. For Canadian travelers, new measures including all being photographed upon entry.

Buffalo’s acting mayor and police leaders are welcoming the results from the first phase of a police engagement project, during which officers walking the beat collected data on what issues concern residents the most.

Every autumn, conservationists roll out a campaign to educate the public about the benefits of bats.