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Army investigating death of soldier from Western New York

Buffalo & Western NY

Officials at Fort Riley, Kansas say Private Thomas Lavrey, 21, was found unresponsive in his living quarters on Sunday.

Army investigating death of soldier from Western New York

8:52 AM

MLK Park shooting victim dies

City of Buffalo

A young man who was shot at Martin Luther King Park this past weekend, died Tuesday night. City leaders and community members responded to the violence by coming together at the park.

05/16/2012 10:49 PM

Drug bust in Lockport

Lockport

Close to 300 marijuana plants were seized from a Lockport home Tuesday night during a drug bust.

05/16/2012 08:56 PM

Education Commissioner stops in WNY while grant money still hangs in the balance

New York State's education commissioner made a stop in Buffalo Wednesday, and implored the Buffalo Teachers Federation to sign a teacher evaluation agreement. Meantime, the Buffalo Board of Education held a special meeting in City Hall Wednesday about the imperiled school improvement grants for three schools in the district.

05/16/2012 10:28 PM

Wheatfield man faces animal cruelty charges

A Wheatfield man has been charged with animal cruelty after Niagara County SPCA investigators say he violently threw his grandmother's dog to the floor, fracturing her pelvis. YNN's Meg Rossman has more on the case and the eight-year-old dog's condition.

05/16/2012 05:07 PM

New South Buffalo councilman

Since March, the Buffalo Common Council's South District has been without representation. Former Councilman Mickey Kearns vacated the seat, after he was elected to the State Assembly. Now, three months later, there's a new face on the council. YNN's Katie Morse introduces us to the man taking the job.

05/16/2012 05:00 PM

Shooting victim released from hospital

According to the Buffalo Police Department, Javon Webster was shot on Gatchell Street and Pullman Place just after 12 a.m. Wednesday.

Updated 05/16/2012 09:40 PM

Those Convicted of Any Crime Must Provide DNA Samples

In a mission to make New York one of the safest states in the country, Govenor Andrew Cuomo passed a bill in March to make the state's DNA database among the most expansive in the country. As YNN's Kate McGowan explains, it's an effort to bring justice to those affected by unsolved crimes.

05/16/2012 04:08 PM

CWA Local 1133 launches billboard campaign

The clock is ticking on negotiations between CWA and Mercy Hospital to reach a contract agreement before the beginning of June. CWA 1133 is launching a new billboard campaign aimed at Catholic Health, the group that runs Mercy Hospital. YNN's Kevin Jolly talked with the union's leader about the campaign and what they hope to accomplish.

05/16/2012 07:29 PM

NFL on Extending Bills Toronto Series

The Bills' bid to extend its series of regular season games in Toronto could take a big step forward before the end of the month, barring any setbacks in negotiations.

05/16/2012 03:32 PM

Vince Young Says He's Ready to Work Hard

Vince Young, who signed with the Bills last week to compete for the backup quarterback position, met with reporters Tuesday at One Bills Drive.

05/15/2012 02:00 PM

Friends, Colleagues Remember Crash Victim

Friends and colleagues took time out Wednesday to remember former Chautauqua County legislator John Dillenburg, who was killed Tuesday in a car crash in Sheridan. YNN's Mark Goshgarian reports on the political legacy he leaves behind.

05/16/2012 06:34 PM

Chautauqua County Humane Society Needs Your Help

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is asking for donations for a renovation project to the cat colony room.

05/16/2012 08:44 PM

Downtown Jamestown Farmers' Market

Residents in Jamestown will have better access to healthy foods this summer, thanks to new funding awarded to the Downtown Jamestown Development Corporation.

05/16/2012 09:04 PM

Third Chautauqua County Fatal in a Week

Law enforcement members in Chautauqua County have been busy the past few days investigating numerous fatal accidents. The most recent on happened Tuesday. YNN's Katie Cummings has more on the incident and what investigators have to say.

05/15/2012 10:15 PM

The Car Coach: Taking care of your car’s engine

You may not realize that cleaning your engine can lengthen its life, help it run cooler, and allow you to find problems easier. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, explains.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>The Car Coach: </em></span>Taking care of your car’s engine

Getaway Guy: Waterfall Getaways

Waterfalls in New york State are always fun to see. And they're even more fun when they're free! I have a few ideas that make nice getaways this spring.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Getaway Guy: </em></span> Waterfall Getaways

Pet Pointers: Cats and obesity

It may come as no surprise that obesity is a growing problem for American cats, and we may even be contributing to this problem without realizing it. Lisa Chelenza has more in this edition of Pet Pointers.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Pet Pointers: </em></span>Cats and obesity

Tone Up: Shaping your legs

You may be familiar with the abductor and adductor machine. Some people use it because they think it will help them get thinner legs. If you want to change your legs, Marcie Fraser demonstrates a more helpful exercise.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Tone Up: </em></span>Shaping your legs

Child Wellness: Understanding teenage behavior

When it comes to bringing up a teenager, expectations are important. And in this day and age, nutrition is playing a factor. The kids are bigger and that probably plays into why parents are expecting more. Marcie Fraser reports.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Child Wellness: </em></span>Understanding teenage behavior

Healthy Living: Dance inspired workout can stretch your strength

For some New Yorkers, stretching doesn't just have to be the pre-cursor to exercise. YNN's Kafi Drexel filed the following report.

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Healthy Living: </em></span>Dance inspired workout can stretch your strength

Recipe: Mini Lemon Cheesecakes with Ginger Snap Cookie Crust

Quick cooking and tasty too!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span>Mini Lemon Cheesecakes with Ginger Snap Cookie Crust

Recipe: Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

A tasty vegetarian egg noodle soup!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Vegetable Noodle Soup with Tofu

Recipe: Soft Shell Crabs with Lemon, Tabasco and Scallion Butter

Seasonal treat served with a simple potato salad on the side!

<span style="color:#cc0000"><em>Recipe: </em></span> Soft Shell Crabs with Lemon, Tabasco and Scallion Butter

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

POLITICS

Governor Cuomo continued his push for reforms of the state office for People with Developmental Disabilities Wednesday with a stop in Syracuse as the State Senate passed his plan overwhelmingly. But the bill appears to be stalled in the Assembly. Our Nick Reisman has details.

Debate over reforming New York State disabled care

05/16/2012 09:00 PM

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

POLITICS

The allegations against Binghamton based senator Tom Libous could soon turn into an investigation. A state ethics commission has reportedly taken the first steps that could lead to a formal investigation. Our Nick Reisman has more on this developing story.

Possible investigation into Senator Libous

Updated 05/15/2012 10:07 PM

Assembly passes minimum wage bill

POLITICS

The Democrat-controlled State Assembly passed a bill Tuesday to raise the state's minimum wage, but the bill faces a much tougher battle in the Republican-led Senate. As Zack Fink reports, it's unclear how hard the governor will push the issue ahead of the end of the legislative session next month.