Alexandra Rios

1 week ago | wgrz.com | Alexandra Rios

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A major infrastructure project meant to reconnect East Buffalo is facing new questions and demands. Two coalitions are calling for very different futures. One is calling for bold restoration of the historic Humboldt parkway, while the other is urging the state to stick with the current plan to cover the Kensington Expressway. The East Side Parkway Coalition is calling on the state to restore Humboldt Parkway.

2 weeks ago | wgrz.com | Alexandra Rios

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The University at Buffalo is taking a big step forward in artificial intelligence by creating a new department. It's focused not only on the tech of AI, but the people impacts too. AI is already in our phones, our cars, and even many of our jobs. Now, UB is building a department to make sure students understand how to use it the right way.

2 weeks ago | wgrz.com | Alexandra Rios

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Editor's Note: As of April 7 at 6 p.m, National Parks Service has restored Harriet Tubman references, weeks after editing her out of 'the Underground Railroad' page. This story was written before the changes were made. The National Park Service is under fire after quietly removing Harriet Tubman's picture and quotes from its underground railroad webpage.

2 weeks ago | wgrz.com | Alexandra Rios

SNYDER, N.Y. — One week after the devastating 7.7 magnitude devastating earthquake hit Southeast Asia. At least 3,145 people are now confirmed to be dead as the recovery efforts continue that includes an outpouring of support from communities worldwide and in Western New York. For staff at Rin Thai Bistro in Snyder, this isn't just a headline. It's home. According to the Associated Press, the death toll in Myanmar has surpassed 3,000 with thousands more injured and missing.

3 weeks ago | wgrz.com | Alexandra Rios

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A long-standing Buffalo tradition is getting bigger this year. The Intersect pride arts festival, known for celebrating LGBTQIA+ artists, is expanding both in size and time. But organizers say they need the community's help to make it happen. There will be more space, more vendors and more time to celebrate. But for organizers., it's more than just expansion.