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Inspired by Jordan Poyer, Czech man rides Vespa to Highmark Stadium to celebrate sobriety
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Bills fan is about to make one very long journey, and he's doing it for a very personal reason. Ludva Klatovský has never been to Buffalo, but a Bills player's words five years ago helped change his life. In 2021, former Bills safety Jordan Poyer opened up about his alcoholism. [...]
Marineland whale dies after being transported to Chicago aquarium
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A rescued beluga whale from Marineland has died shortly after being transported to an aquarium in Chicago, Shedd Aquarium announced Wednesday. Peekachu, a 23-year-old female beluga whale, has died, the aquarium said. "Peekachu was unique. She was blind in one eye and one of the smaller whales. Despite what could have [...]
Alleged 9/11 mastermind's long-awaited trial scheduled for 2028
The self-proclaimed "mastermind" of the 9/11 attacks, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, will stand trial in June 2028, a military judge ruled Wednesday.
Sabres to play 14 national TV games in 26-27 season
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Sabres ended their postseason drought earlier this year -- which means they're in demand for national television games for the upcoming season. The Sabres announced on Wednesday that they will be featured in 14 national television broadcasts for the 2026-27 season. Eight games are on TNT/HBO Max, three on [...]
Hundreds missing, including 47 Americans, in deadly Nepal floods, local officials say
At least three American tourists were reported among a "preliminary" toll of 384 missing people following serious flash flooding in Nepal.
Arellano: Dolly Parton stood up for undocumented immigrants when few others would
The singer never revealed why she included 'Deportee' in '9 to 5 and Odd Jobs.' It's one of the few times she so explicitly addressed politics, which she famously and repeatedly said wasn't her thing.
Aug 26, 2026
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Dolly Parton never forgot Tennessee, now the state pays tribute
The death of country music legend Dolly Parton sent shockwaves around the world, but most notably in her beloved home state of Tennessee.
Tom Brady's new CardVault store burglarized 1 week after opening
NFL legend Tom Brady's new CardVault store in Palo Alto, California, was burglarized, just one week after opening.
A City of Commerce council member wants to run for an illegal fourth term
A City of Commerce City Council member is running for a fourth term despite a city law that appears to make that illegal.
The countdown is on: Energy and environment battles to watch before Sacramento closes out its session
With days left in the legislative session, California lawmakers are considering several high-stakes energy and environment bills.
WATCH: Looking back at Dolly Parton on ‘GMA’ over the years
A look back at Dolly Parton's memorable "GMA" appearances, from an early interview with Barbara Walters to more recent visits to Dollywood.
WATCH: The power behind Dolly Parton's songwriting
Rolling Stone senior writer Marissa Moss discusses Dolly Parton's musical legacy.
Aug 26, 2026
'Legacy of Literacy': Dolly Parton's impact in WNY
Aug 26, 2026
BPS board approves new agreement with NFTA
Aug 26, 2026