Mark Ludwiczak

Buffalo

Digital Producer at WIVB-TV (Buffalo, NY)

Digital producer @news4buffalo. Longtime sports reporter/columnist. Sorry about the wrestling tweets.

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Buffalo State University announces cuts to programs

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo State University announced Thursday that it is cutting 19 programs and the equivalent of 63 full-time staff members in its continued effort to balance its budget. The cuts come as the university says its deficit is projected to be between $15.5 million and $17.5 million as it nears the end of its fiscal year. Interim president Bonita R. Durand said in a press release that the university is on track to balance its budget by 2027-28.
Child in ICU after being trapped under vehicle

2 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A child is in critical condition after being found unconscious and trapped underneath a vehicle Monday in the Town of Hartland, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies responded to a 911 call about a vehicle accident involving a child around 5 p.m. in the driveway of a residence on Ellicott Road. Deputies were able to free the child from underneath the vehicle, who was then transported to Oishei Children’s Hospital via Mercy Flight, officials said.
Driver on I-290 dies after apparent medical emergency

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mark Ludwiczak

Mark LudwiczakTue, May 20, 2025 at 1:07 AM UTC1 min readBUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A driver on I-290 West died on Monday after suffering an apparent medical emergency that led to a traffic accident, according to the Amherst Police Department. Police, fire and medical crews all responded to the scene near the Main Street exit, where the driver was pronounced dead. The person’s name has not yet been released.
Broadcaster John Murphy, RB James Starks to join Greater Buffalo Sports HOF

2 weeks ago | sports.yahoo.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Former WIVB News 4 sports director John Murphy is going into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame. Murphy and former Green Bay Packers running back James Starks highlight the 12-member 2025 class, which was announced on Monday. The class will be officially inducted into the GBSHOF later this fall.
Woman arrested after allegedly stabbing 2 NYS troopers in Village of Bolivar

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak |Katie Skoog

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Bolivar woman was arrested Saturday after allegedly stabbing two New York State Troopers while they were performing an arrest in Allegany County, police announced.
Ginger ‘loves to snuggle,’ looking for her forever home

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — On Saturday’s Wake Up Wags, we met Ginger, a shy but lovable dog who is looking for her forever home. Ginger is around 5 or 6 years old. She came from Texas and has made tremendous strides in her time with Buddy’s Second Chance Rescue. “She came in petrified … but at home now she has turned a corner,” said Jennifer Achtziger of Buddy’s Second Chance Rescue. “She plays with us, she wags her tail, she has zoomies.”Achtziger believes that Ginger would thrive with another dog.
Catholic Health System to pay $3.3M over alleged Medicare violations

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Catholic Health System, Inc. will pay nearly $3.3 million to resolve allegations that the non-profit healthcare system knowingly submitted or caused to be submitted false claims to the Medicare program, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said. The settlement comes after allegations of claims that violated the Physician Self-Referral Law, known as the Stark Law.
1 in hospital after incident on Route 33

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A person was taken to the hospital Thursday night with apparent gunshot wounds, according to Cheektowaga Police. Police responded to a report of shots fired from one vehicle into another vehicle on Route 33. The eastbound lane of Route 33 was closed Thursday night from Eggert Road to Pine Ridge Road and will remain closed as the investigation continues. This is a developing story, and we will update as soon as more information becomes available.
1 in hospital after incident on Route 33

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Mark Ludwiczak

Mark LudwiczakFri, May 16, 2025 at 2:45 AM UTCBUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A person was taken to the hospital Thursday night with apparent gunshot wounds, according to Cheektowaga Police. Police responded to a report of shots fired from one vehicle into another vehicle on Route 33. The eastbound lane of Route 33 was closed Thursday night from Eggert Road to Pine Ridge Road and will remain closed as the investigation continues.
Buffalo Porchfest returns this weekend

3 weeks ago | wivb.com | Mark Ludwiczak

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — More than 200 bands will be performing in the Elmwood Village this weekend as part of this year’s Buffalo Porchfest. The free event, which began in 2013, is set to take place from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday outside various houses and establishments in the Elmwood Village. “It’s kind of the unofficial start of summer here in Western New York,” said James Cichocki, executive director of the Elmwood Village Association. “It’s definitely the start of festival season. It’s great.

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