Dillon Morello

Buffalo

Reporter at WIVB-TV (Buffalo, NY)

Reporter at WNLO-TV (Buffalo, NY)

News Reporter @news4buffalo

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Town supervisor, experts react to Hamburg home explosion

1 day ago | wivb.com | Dillon Morello

HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) — As the investigation into what caused a home explosion in Hamburg that left a wife dead and her husband fighting for his life remains ongoing, the Hamburg town supervisor spoke highly of the two residents and praised the emergency response. Authorities confirmed Tuesday that 78-year-old Joene Pease died in the explosion. Her husband, 78-year-old John Pease, was rescued from the rubble by a nearby police officer and remains in critical condition at ECMC.
Local parishioners celebrate new pope

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Dillon Morello

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There were warm smiles and greetings around Western New York as parishioners went to Mass on Thursday to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope in history.
Local parishioners celebrate new pope

6 days ago | wivb.com | Dillon Morello |Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There were warm smiles and greetings around Western New York as parishioners went to Mass on Thursday to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope in history.
Students, faculty at UB file lawsuit against police officers after pro-Palestine protest

1 week ago | wivb.com | Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini |Dillon Morello |Katie Skoog

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Students and faculty at University at Buffalo, among others, are filing a lawsuit against over 40 police officers, the City of Buffalo, and the president of UB alleging a “violent dispersal” of a pro-Palestine protest last May. On May 1, 2024, more than 50 students gathered in front of Hochstetter Hall for a peaceful protest against the war in Gaza including prayer, speeches and chants, according to the plaintiffs.
Federal grant pulled from local farming collective over alleged DEI violations

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Dillon Morello

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Western New York nonprofit that supplies fresh produce to thousands of families is reeling after the federal government abruptly cut off its grant funding, citing concerns over discriminatory practices tied to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Federal grant pulled from local farming collective over alleged DEI violations

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Dillon Morello

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Western New York nonprofit that supplies fresh produce to thousands of families is reeling after the federal government abruptly cut off its grant funding, citing concerns over discriminatory practices tied to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Federal grant pulled from local farming collective over alleged DEI violations

1 week ago | wivb.com | Dillon Morello

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Western New York nonprofit that supplies fresh produce to thousands of families is reeling after the federal government abruptly cut off its grant funding, citing concerns over discriminatory practices tied to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Local film industry happy with proposed foreign film tariff

1 week ago | wivb.com | Dillon Morello

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Over the weekend, the White House announced a potential new round of tariffs — this time targeting the film industry. President Donald Trump is proposing a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the United States, citing both economic and national security concerns. “I think it’s great that the federal government is noticing that we’re losing a lot of productions to overseas,” said Jennifer O’Neill, owner of Buffalo FilmWorks, a film production facility based in Buffalo.
New York officer dies from from the flu

1 week ago | wfla.com | Dillon Morello

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Police Department and the wider community are mourning the loss of C-District Officer Daniel Candelario, who died last Thursday due to complications from the flu. He was 34 years old. Officer Candelario is remembered not only as a dedicated law enforcement officer but as a loving husband, father, and community protector. “He was so kind. I always told him I did not deserve him,” said his wife, Dariana Candelario, who described her husband as selfless and devoted.
Buffalo Police mourns officer’s death due to flu

1 week ago | wivb.com | Dillon Morello

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Police Department and the wider community are mourning the loss of C-District Officer Daniel Candelario, who died last Thursday due to complications from the flu. He was 34 years old. Officer Candelario is remembered not only as a dedicated law enforcement officer but as a loving husband, father, and community protector. “He was so kind. I always told him I did not deserve him,” said his wife, Dariana Candelario, who described her husband as selfless and devoted.