Politics & Government

Reporter Short: OTB hires Byron Brown’s brother-in-law

Reporter J. Dale Shoemaker explains how the hiring appears to violate policy that requires posting of job openings. Michael Lee Austin previously…

Reporter Short: Ryan leads the money race

A month out from Eleciton Day, the three Buffalo mayoral candidates continue to rake in cash. Presumptive victor state Sen. Sean Ryan…

B-ROLL: Governor Hochul Tours Garden City Police Department

Reporter Short: Pushing again for lead inspections in Buffalo

Reporter I’Jaz Ja’ciel brings the latest on a lawsuit against the city to enforce rental inspections meant to address lead hazards and…

Governor Hochul Announces $5 Million to Expand Youth Programming for 16,000 Kids per Year

October 14, 2025 – Astoria, NY – Governor Hochul announced $5 million in State funding to build a new Queens Boys &…

New York State Senate Public Hearing – 10/10/2025

Senate Standing Committee on Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders Chair: Senator Nathalia Fernandez Co-Sponsor: Senator Jessica Ramos Public Hearing: The Treatment Court…