Actor Keanu Reeves Back in BuffaloBuffalo, NY (2009-11-20)Actor Keanu Reeves was back in Buffalo Friday scouting out the area for the filming of his next movie -- Henry's Crime.
Worshipers Warned of Thefts Buffalo, NY(2009-11-20) Church goers in the City of Buffalo are being warned to watch their property while attending worship services Buffalo Police are issuing the warning.
Surviving after Suicide of Family MemberBuffalo, NY(2009-11-19)The survivors of people who have committed suicide will gather at the Buffalo Psychiatric Center Saturday afternoon for support and healing. The Saturday before Thanksgiving is National Survivors of Suicide Day.
Babel Series Features Award-Winning Author Ha Jin Buffalo, NY(2009-11-19)The Just Buffalo Literary Center's Babel series on Friday night features an international author who adopted a new language and a new country. Chinese born writer Ha Jin came to the United States to study English. He ended up staying and choosing to write exclusively in English. The bold decision paid off. His 1999 novel, Waiting earned him the National Book Award. WBFO's Joyce Kryszak talked with Ha Jin about learning to live and write in a foreign culture.
New Era Consolidates Manufacturing PlantsBuffalo, NY(2009-11-20)New Era Cap Company wants to consolidate its three manufacturing facilities into a single operation. That move could mean closing the company's plant in Derby.
State Lawmakers Sent Home without Agreement on Deficit ReductionAlbany, NY(2009-11-20)State lawmakers were sent back to their districts Thursday after spending the week in Albany waiting for their leaders to reach an agreement on closing a $3.2 billion deficit in the current year's budget.
Brian Davis ResignsBuffalo, NY(2009-11-19) Ellicott District Common Council Member Brian Davis announced his resignation Wednesday.
Crewdson Sheds Light on His Unique Photography Style Buffalo, NY(2009-11-19)Most professional photographers are used to carrying around lots of equipment. They might have a couple of cameras, plenty of lenses and perhaps a tripod. But artist Gregory Crewdson hauls around an entire film crew. The work he produces is on exhibit at galleries all over the world, including the Albright Knox Art Gallery. Friday night Crewdson will be in town for Gusto at the gallery. He'll sit down with curators at 7:00 P.M. for an "Inside the Artists Studio" Q&A.
Bills Readjust to Coaching ChangeOrchard Park, NY (2009-11-19)The Buffalo Bills practiced with their new head coach Wednesday, just one day after Dick Jauron was fired.
Niagara Wheatfield Student Dies of H1N1Niagara Falls, NY (2009-11-18)A high school student in the Niagara Wheatfield School District has died from complications from the H1N1 virus.
Hill Family Tragedy Inspires Pro Love TourBuffalo, NY(2009-11-18)Two and a half months ago a fiery six-car crash on the Niagara Thruway brought tragedy to one of Buffalo's most beloved theatre families. Despite heroic efforts, seven year-old Asa Hill, the grandson of Ujima Theatre co-founder Lorna Hill, died from injuries he sustained in the accident. But the tragic loss inspired his family and the community to come together. On Friday, dozens of musicians, artists and poets will come together again for the first Pro Love Tour.
UB Education Week Features Expert on Afghanistan Buffalo, NY(2009-11-18)UB is partnering with the United States Departments of State and Education this week to foster greater awareness of global issues. Events are scheduled throughout the week as part of International Education Week. The keynote address will be delivered Wednesday night by Georgetown University professor Paula Newburg. She heads Georgetown's Institute for Diplomacy and is a special advisor to the United Nations on Afghanistan. The topic of her lecture is, "What Next for Afghanistan."
