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Second Buffalo Police Officer Arrested

Erie County

A second Buffalo police officer has been arrested after federal authorities say he abused the city's "injured on duty" program.

Updated 6:13 PM

Defense begins calling witnesses in Corasanti manslaughter trial

Erie County

The defense began presenting its case in the hit-and-run vehicular manslaughter trial of Dr. James Corasanti. The Getzville doctor is accused of hitting and killing 18-year old Alexandria Rice last July as she skateboarded home along Heim Road in Amherst. YNN's Kevin Jolly has a wrap of Thursday's proceedings.

Updated 8:14 PM

Second Chance Townhouses open on Buffalo's east side

City of Buffalo

There's a new opportunity for affordable housing on Buffalo's east side, thanks to a local church with a vision to better its neighborhood. YNN's Kaitlyn Lionti tells us more about the Second Chance Townhouses which officially opened Thursday.

2:10 PM

NFTA agrees to transfer Outer Harbor land

The NFTA board of directors agreed to transfer its land holdings at Buffalo's Outer Harbor, but the board didn't make any specific promises Thursday.

Updated 4:57 PM

Three charged with selling synthetic marijuana

Three Western New York men are facing drug charges after DEA agents say they packaged and distributed a synthetic drug recently banned in New York State. YNN's Meg Rossman has more on the investigation that led to their arrests and why agents say this case is the first of its kind.

5:27 PM

UB picks architect for medical building

The University at Buffalo has selected the architecture firm HOK to design its new medical school building.

6:06 PM

FBI Agent honored

Law enforcement and local dignitaries honored a fallen comrade Thursday, nearly 70 years after his death.

3:20 PM

Police in Hamburg looking for missing man

Police say 48-year-old Stephen Ross last spoke to his wife on Monday afternoon, and said he was on his way home from work. He never made it home and did not show up to work on Tuesday or Wednesday.

3:23 PM

Tax Code Change at Heart of Plan to Revitalize Batavia's Downtown

The City Council in Batavia is hoping to revitalize its downtown area, with a unique new amendment to city tax code. City officials are hoping this new incentive will bring life back to a struggling downtown area.

7:45 PM

Bills sign Stephon Gilmore

The Bills have nearly all their draftees signed.
The team announced another contract this morning.

2:28 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

State Holds Round Table On Creating Regional High Schools

Local and state officials gathered in Jamestown Thursday for a candid discussion about creating regional high schools across the state, including the Southern Tier. YNN's Mark Goshgarian reports on the impact it could have on the local community.

6:53 PM

One person hospitalized after fire in Cattaraugus County

East Randolph Fire officials say a fire broke out at a small engine repair shop in Randolph around just before 2 p.m. Thursday.

4:18 PM

Drug bust in Lockport

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

05/16/2012 08:56 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

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.