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What to know about the Buffalo mayoral primary election as polls open
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo residents will head to the polls on Tuesday for the Democratic primary for the Buffalo mayoral election. Five candidates are still in the race: acting mayor Chris Scanlon, State Senator Sean Ryan, University District Councilman Rasheed Wyatt, former Buffalo Fire commissioner Garnell Whitfield and former state assembly aide Anthony Tyson-Thompson. Fact-checking attack ads in Buffalo Mayor's race This year Buffalo will elect a new mayor for the first time since 2005. Former mayor Byron Brown stepped down as mayor in October 2024 after nearly two decades in office to become the CEO of Western Regional Off-Track Betting. Scanlon, the Common Council president at the time, was elevated into the mayor role. Polls across the city open at 6 a.m. and remain open until 9 p.m. To find a list of polling locations, click here. See News 4's full election coverage WIVB News 4 will publish live election results beginning at 9 p.m., which will be available here. Scanlon and Whitfield have filed petitions to run independent campaigns, according to the Erie County Board of Elections. Ryan has filed a petition with the Working Families Party. Ryan earned the endorsement of the Erie County Democratic Committee in February. Primary races to watch that aren't Buffalo mayor The Republican party will not be holding a primary election for the mayor's race. Their endorsed candidate is James Gardner, a former assistant district attorney and law clerk for Erie County Court Judge Kenneth Case. He unsuccessfully ran for Erie County District Attorney last year, losing to Mike Keane. The general election will be held on Nov. 4. Aidan Joly joined the News 4 staff in 2022. He is a graduate of Canisius College. You can see more of his work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Motorcyclist dead after colliding into deer in Lockport
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — One person is dead after a collision involving a deer occurred overnight Monday in the Town of Lockport. Officials said a person was riding a motorcycle when they hit a deer, left the road, and then hit a telephone pole overnight on Purdy Road. Police received reports of the accident just before 7 a.m. where they found the motorcyclist deceased. The name of the motorcyclist is being held pending notification to family. The investigation remains ongoing. Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini joined the News 4 team in 2024 as a Digital Video Producer. She is a graduate of Chatham University. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Road closures to know this weekend as festival season kicks off
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A plethora of streets will be closed this weekend during the Allentown Art Festival and the Juneteenth parade as the festival season kicks off in the Queen City. Closures will begin on Friday at 4 p.m. and end on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. The following streets will be closed for the Allentown Art Festival during that time: Delaware Avenue from Tupper to North Virginia Street from Delaware to Franklin Franklin Avenue from Virginia to Allen Allen Street from Franklin to Park and from Elmwood to Hudson The following streets will be closed for the Juneteenth parade from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m.: Genesee Street from Bailey to Walden Best Street from Walden to Fillmore Fillmore Avenue from Genesee to French 'These festivals reflect the culture, diversity, and creativity that make our city so special,' said Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon. 'I urge everyone to come and enjoy these events–and to please follow all posted parking restrictions and police guidance to ensure a safe and smooth weekend for all.' Parking will not be permitted on the aforementioned streets during the closures. Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini joined the News 4 team in 2024 as a Digital Video Producer. She is a graduate of Chatham University. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Buffalo's Juneteenth Festival set to celebrate freedom, culture, and resilience this weekend
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — One of the largest Juneteenth celebrations in the country returns to Buffalo this weekend, promising two days of music, food, art and history at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The annual Juneteenth Festival, approaching its 50th anniversary, honors the end of slavery in the United States and highlights the strength and resilience of the Black community. Organizers say this year's celebration is not only about honoring the past but also about building a stronger future. 'We know who we are,' said Carrone Evon Crump, president of the Juneteenth Festival of Buffalo. 'Empowered as a people, we're just as smart and worthy as anybody else. And just to be able to experience that on a holiday, now that it's a federal holiday, it's psychologically empowering.' The festivities begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday with the annual Juneteenth Parade. The route starts at St. Louis and Genesee streets and leads to the park. The parade, which draws large crowds every year, is a key part of the weekend's events. Organizers say the festival is about creating lasting memories and inspiring future generations. 'It feels full circle,' said Michael Smith, parade co-chair. 'As a kid, I watched the parade, came to the park, enjoyed the culture and the food. Now I have the opportunity, the privilege and the honor to create that same experience for the next generation.' Festivalgoers can expect live performances, local vendors, cultural programming and activities for all ages. For a full schedule of events, click here. Gwyn Napier is a reporter who joined the News 4 team in 2025. See more of her work by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-06-2025
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OK response network helping immigrants afraid of public shopping
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — An Oklahoma organization focusing on helping vulnerable communities says its volunteers will publicly shop for individuals who are afraid to do so due to immigration enforcement. Community Response Network Oklahoma shared in a social media post Wednesday that anyone who is avoiding public spaces or immigration enforcement can contact the organization for help with groceries or essential drop-offs. Oklahomans have responded asking if they can donate money to the effort or volunteer themselves to help pick up and make deliveries for people. Gov. Stitt warns immigration protestors about violence, protestors say none planned 'There is a community here that is going to support them,' said Fernando Baquera with Community Response Network Oklahoma. 'Going to grocery stores for people, helping to pick up their medication, anything they may need in essentials. You know, they may be afraid to go out in public. Baquera says his organization has seen an overwhelming amount of messages from people asking how they can help. He says the group is in the process of creating a volunteer sign-up form for individuals who would like to do so. The Oklahoma Legislative Latino Caucus shared this week that immigration enforcement has increased in recent weeks. On June 10, News 4 confirmed through the Department of Homeland Security that an ICE operation was carried out in a Warr Acres church parking lot and that one person was arrested. The church was not affiliated with the operation, and ICE agents did not go inside of it. Baquera told News 4 on Thursday that he just wants anyone who feels uneasy to have options. 'Give them a helping hand when they need it the most,' said Baquera. 'In these times of, you know, of when they feel persecuted and attacked.' News 4 asked Oklahoma immigration attorney, Lorena Rivas, if what the organization is offering to do is illegal. 'There is no law in the state of Oklahoma or nationally that says, you know, you'll be criminalized,' said Rivas. 'There's certainly criminal grounds for smuggling somebody, but just for providing them food or taking them a ride to their doctor's appointment or doing errands for them. There's no law against that. There's nothing criminalizing that.' Baquera says volunteers do not plan on giving individuals rides, just run errands for them. 'We just plan to get groceries for them and help them out in whatever way that we can,' said Baquera. A social media post for the initiative asks individuals who need the service to call or text (405) 240-5959. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
