Jaurdyn Johnson

3 weeks ago | wkbw.com | Jaurdyn Johnson

BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — The City of Buffalo is facing scrutiny from state lawmakers for failing to use lead remediation funds effectively over the last four years. According to a report from the Investigative Post, the city was awarded the $2 million grant in 2021, but the Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency (BURA) has only managed to remove lead hazards from 18 of the targeted 110 residences. As the July 4 deadline approaches to use the funds, the city has utilized just a quarter of the allocated funds.

3 weeks ago | wkbw.com | Jaurdyn Johnson

LINWOOD, NY (WKBW) — A new proposal in Albany aiming to regulate large concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) is stirring significant opposition from farmers in New York, particularly those in the dairy industry. The bill, which would allow the Department of Environmental Conservation to limit permits for new or expanding large CAFOs—specifically farms housing 700 cows or more—has drawn sharp criticism.

1 month ago | wkbw.com | Jaurdyn Johnson

BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — May is Stroke Awareness Month and to improve stroke care, Kaleida Health and Catholic Health have partnered to enhance the training of emergency medical responders through a new initiative called “BE FAST Western New York.”Recognizing the urgency of prompt stroke identification and treatment, Kaleida Health and Catholic Health aim to establish new guidelines for EMS workers to swiftly spot strokes and notify hospitals.

1 month ago | wkbw.com | Jaurdyn Johnson

BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — As the summer months draw closer, the focus on motorcycle safety intensifies. A 29-year-old motorcyclist was killed after a collision with an SUV on Clinton Street at Harlem Road. The Cheektowaga Police Department is currently investigating the incident and authorities report that the driver of the SUV is cooperating. No charges have been filed.

1 month ago | wkbw.com | Jaurdyn Johnson

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Thousands of runners participated in the Buffalo Marathon on Sunday. "Oh my God," Elyssa Vernold said. "That was harder than anything I've ever done in my life, and I feel amazing." Runners took a tour of the waterfront and finished at the Buffalo Convention Center, with family and friends waiting to celebrate. "Proud, tired, exhausted, really proud," Karly Mazurek said.