Jeff Preval
News 4, WIVB-TV
Buffalo, NY, United States
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Call 4 Action: Two elementary schools in South Buffalo with limited to no hot water for weeks
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There are health concerns at two schools in Buffalo – those two schools have not had consistent hot water for weeks. One parent tells News 4 these problems started at her child’s school back in mid-December and repairs still haven’t been made. Parents made a call to Call 4 Action – […] → Read More
Friends of Aaron Salter launch 5/14 half marathon, in honor of Tops mass shooting victims
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Several retired Buffalo Police officers are announcing a new effort to honor the victims of the Tops mass shooting. “We wanted to just let the victims families know that we’re still thinking of them and we wanted to do something to build upon just the golf tournament to try to raise […] → Read More
Millions of dollars proposed by Gov. Hochul in state budget for mental health in schools
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Across the state in Albany, Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled her proposed state budget for next year. A big topic these days is what to do with the mental health of kids in schools? The governor is proposing millions of dollars to help children in this area. As part of her overall […] → Read More
Bills players and fans in WNY and abroad react to the Bills playing home game in London in 2023 season
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The NFL announced Thursday that the Buffalo Bills will be playing across the pond next season. According to the Bills, it will go down as a home game for the team. The Titans, Jaguars, Patriots and Chiefs will also play in Europe in 2023, as part of the league’s International Series. […] → Read More
NY Attorney General examining mental health system, seeking to stop dysfunction and bring reform
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — New York Attorney General Letitia James was in Buffalo Wednesday hosting a forum on mental health. With so many serious issues facing Western New York in the past year – many are questioning whether enough resources are available. The need for more mental health resources was a theme heard throughout the […] → Read More
The self-proclaimed ‘Biggest Dolphins Fan in WNY’
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Ray Turpin is a loud and proud Dolphins fan and he’s not shy about it one bit. “If I’m not working, I’m wearing Dolphins stuff and pretty much everyone that knows me knows I’m a Dolphins fan,” Turpin said. REPORTER: Have you seen Ace Ventura Pet Detective? “Yes absolutely, laces out,” […] → Read More
Police: Security guard tackles active shooter at Buffalo drug clinic
A man with a rifle fired shots inside a substance abuse treatment facility on Buffalo’s West Side Thursday morning, Buffalo Police confirmed, adding that no one was hit by gunfire inside the clinic. → Read More
Video: Attempted robbery in Allentown raises new concerns for business owners
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — There are deep concerns in Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood about crime in that area. The latest incident that’s now under investigation by police — an attempted robbery at a local convenience store and deli. The attempted robbery happened early Friday morning and was caught on surveillance video. Buffalo Police are now investigating […] → Read More
Buffalo Police release new numbers on Kia, Hyundai car thefts amid rising popularity in Kia Challenge
BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) – Kia America says it wants to work with local police to reduce the number of Kia’s and Hyundai’s that are being stolen as part of the Kia Challenge on TikTok. But, local police are raising concerns about how all that would be done. The Kia Challenge has caught the attention of […] → Read More
For Southern Tier family, attending Bills game on Sunday is a sign of amazing progress
SHERMAN, N.Y. (WIVB) – For one Chautauqua County family, attending Sunday’s Bills game will be a sign of the amazing progress they’ve made as a family. Last winter, a devastating fire killed their one-year-old son and brother. Two other children in the home suffered severe burns. Pictures of the Taylor family on their journey to […] → Read More
Hollywood film director from Buffalo to help local film studio
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Hollywood filmmaker originally from Buffalo is trying to help out a local film studio. Rob Lieberman, who is originally from North Buffalo, is known for directing classics such as The Mighty Ducks and the X-Files. He’s seen the toll that the pandemic has had on the movie industry and is […] → Read More
Local businessman challenging longtime incumbent for NY-26
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – With Early Voting winding down in a couple days and the Primary Election now just four days away, we’re looking into a key race. The 26th Congressional District is up for grabs in the Democratic Primary. The race is between Eddie Egriu, a local businessman and Congressman Brian Higgins, who’s been […] → Read More
Niagara Falls Schools boosting security in direct response to elementary school shooting in Uvalde
NIAGARA FALLS, NY (WIVB) — It is that time of the year again – time to get kids ready to head back to school and some school districts are stepping up security this year. Niagara Falls school leaders say they’re making changes at the beginning of the year and later on in the year, in […] → Read More
Josh Allen shooting Frito Lay commercial at Highmark Stadium
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) – Bills quarterback Josh Allen, yes, QB 1 is appearing in a Frito Lay commercial being filmed Wednesday at Highmark Stadium. According to the director of the commercial, Frank Rossi, of Buffalo Film Casting, the commercial is a closed set, meaning the public and media are not allowed. Rossi says Allen […] → Read More
Fuel tanker catches fire after crash above I-90 in Chautauqua County
SHERIDAN, N.Y. (WIVB) – A fuel tanker truck crashed on a bridge above I-90 and caught fire Tuesday morning in Chautauqua County, causing the eastbound lane of the thruway to be closed for nearly two hours. The highway reopened around noon, expect for one lane in the eastbound lane that remained closed. Route 20 remains […] → Read More
Before testifying in Washington, Zeneta Everhart plans to deliver message on gun reform and education
BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) – There have been three mass shootings this weekend across the U.S. — in Philadelphia, Chattanooga, and in the state of South Carolina. And like many, the mother of a surviving victim in the Tops mass shooting wants to know when the violence will stop. Zeneta Everhart is the mother of Zaire […] → Read More
Bills stadium MOU approved by Erie County Legislature
The Erie County Legislature approved the memorandum of understanding for the stadium deal, giving its approval to the deal County Executive Mark Poloncarz negotiated on behalf of the country. → Read More
A ‘Reign of Terror,’ former Town of Tonawanda police dispatcher pleads guilty to sex crimes
TOWN OF TONAWANDA, NY (WIVB) — A former Town of Tonawanda police dispatch supervisor has pleaded guilty to sexually abusing three female town employees, off-duty, not at police headquarters. Brett Rider, 48, has admitted to two counts of attempted rape and one count of sex abuse. Prosecutors say he’s also admitted to sexual harassment while […] → Read More
Body cam video released from deadly trooper-involved shooting in Buffalo
The body cam video shows Nigro getting out of his patrol car, drawing his gun and ordering Huber to get out. → Read More
Investigation launched into attack on school bus in Buffalo, bus driver removed from duty
BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) — An investigation has been launched into an attack on a school bus earlier this week in the City of Buffalo. One student was caught on cell phone video beating up a second-grader, leaving her with head injuries. Meantime, other kids on the bus were cheering on and no one immediately stepped […] → Read More