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Bass Pro withdraws from Canal Side project

City of Buffalo

It's a no from Bass Pro. The outdoor retail chain is not coming to Buffalo's downtown Canal Side project. Our Ryan Burgess has the details.

Bass Pro withdraws from Canal Side project

07/30/2010 08:30 PM

Mayor blames Common Council for Bass Pro decision

City of Buffalo

Just after Bass Pro's announcement, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown issued a statement saying the Buffalo Common Council is to blame. YNN's Doug Sampson explains.

Mayor blames Common Council for Bass Pro decision

07/30/2010 08:28 PM

Senate Passes Airline Safety Bill

Buffalo & Western NY

Family members of victims of Flight 3407 are relieved that the U S Senate passed the FAA Reauthorization Bill.
That bill is now on its way to President Obama’s desk for his signature.

07/30/2010 11:06 AM

Three arrested in deadly shooting

City of Buffalo

Buffalo Police have arrested three people in connection with a deadly shooting at the Perry Housing Complex Thursday night.

07/30/2010 05:48 PM

Split ruling from NY judge on cigarette regs

New York

It's a victory for Native American smoke shops but a setback for Native American mail order cigarette companies. A federal judge has ruled members of the Seneca Indian Nation will have to comply with some, but not all provisions of the pact act while they fight to have the law struck down.

Split ruling from NY judge on cigarette regs

07/30/2010 09:15 PM

Tentative deal for SUNY Empowerment

POLITICS

Lawmakers resumed their gavel-in, gavel-out routine on Thursday before heading home for the weekend. But before they left, a tentative deal was reached on a major sticking point holding up budget negotiations. The SUNY Empowerment Plan would allow state schools to set their own tuition. In a tentative deal between the Senate and Assembly, institutions could increase their rates by two to three percent for a period of three to five years. The governor, however, is not yet on board. Our Erin Billups has more.

Updated 07/30/2010 09:36 AM

Lawmakers head home after special session

POLITICS

While the was some progress on a tentative deal reached on SUNY empowerment, many still feel like this week's special session was a bit of a waste of time. Our Kaitlyn Ross reports.

Lawmakers head home after special session

Updated 07/29/2010 09:20 PM

House committee to release Rangel ethics report

POLITICS

Congressman Charlie Rangel didn't mention his ethics troubles during a speech at the Urban National League in Washington on Wednesday, even though the House Ethics Committee is poised to release a report on his alleged violations. Grace Rauh is in Washington and has the details.

House committee to release Rangel ethics report

07/28/2010 10:18 PM

$2.4 million Niagara USA visitor center opens

There’s a new gateway to Niagara County. Niagara USA opened an official visitors center in the heart of downtown Niagara Falls. YNN’s Nicki Mayo reports the multimillion dollar project aims to direct visitors beyond the horseshoe Falls.

07/30/2010 05:09 PM

Falls launches paving program phase two

Niagara Falls Public Works crews launched the second phase in a multi-million dollar street paving program targeting 32 roadways.

07/30/2010 05:11 PM

Baby goat found

The search is over in Chautauqua County for a missing baby goat.

07/30/2010 05:39 PM

Groundbreaking set for Falls train station

Progress is being made on a new Amtrak passenger station in Niagara Falls. City officials say groundbreaking will occur sometime next month at the historic U.S. custom house on Whirlpool Street.

07/29/2010 05:55 PM

Pet Pointers: Sunshine horses

Most people think animal adoption is just for dogs and cats. But in fact, there are groups dedicated to finding forever homes for all sorts of animals including horses. Today we'll learn more about one group that helps educate people about horses and finds homes for the hoses in their care.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Pet Pointers:</em></span> Sunshine horses

Tech Beat: Medical school "Cave"

A new tool at the Weill Cornell Medical College allows doctors to take a virtual walk through a patient's MRIs to see potential medical problems and even plan out surgeries. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tech Beat:</em></span> Medical school "Cave"

EW Movie Review: "Dinner for Schmucks"

Steve Carell and Paul Rudd star in a new comedy that is based on a 1998 French movie, called "Dinner For Schmucks."

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>EW Movie Review:</em></span> "Dinner for Schmucks"

Recipe: Cheese Tortellini with Fresh Corn and Tomato Broth

Fast, healthy and tasty meal for the whole family!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe:</em></span> Cheese Tortellini with Fresh Corn and Tomato Broth

Recipe: Clam Chowder with Sweet Potatoes, Corn and Green Onions

A fantastic seasonal twist on a classic clam chowder!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe:</em></span> Clam Chowder with Sweet Potatoes, Corn and Green Onions

Recipe: Italian Style Bruschetta with Zucchini and Peppers

Tasty, tasty, tasty!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe:</em></span> Italian Style Bruschetta with Zucchini and Peppers

Healthy Living: New treatment for liver cancer extends life

Charles Lockwood has advanced stage liver cancer and was taken off the transplant list after a new tumor appeared in another part of his body. He underwent a new treatment called Therasphere to shrink the tumor, and is now able to enjoy the time he has left.