New York State police announced a 15-year-old from Buffalo, accused of shining a laser at a police helicopter, was arrested.

A man, who law enforcement says is living in the U.S. illegally, is accused of ramming his vehicle into an unmarked Border Patrol car during an immigration enforcement operation outside of Buffalo.

Neighbors are helping neighbors in Lockport through a new program at Papa Leo's Pizza on Main Street, allowing customers to 'pay it forward' and leave free pizza slices for people in need.

Thanks to a growing trend among fantasy football players, Cook’s success is now helping support Build Promise, a homeless shelter and community shelter on Buffalo's east side.

The traffic lights at the intersection of Grant Street and W. Delavan Avenue have been out for more than 10 days, operating as flashing yellows and reds. That change is leading to crashes.

State inspection records cite care deficiencies as families and a staff member describe delays, staffing strain, and unanswered complaints.

Erie County leaders have proposed laws in response to Wegmans' use of facial recognition technology in some of its stores.

Gary and Tammy Dotterweich opened the Orange Tree Inn in 2017 with a simple goal: run a business as a family. That plan was suddenly interrupted when Gary was diagnosed with Plasma Cell Leukemia.

The Erie County District Attorney's Office announced that a man is facing multiple charges after illegal guns and drugs were seized following a joint investigation.

Three school districts in Southern Chautauqua County are exploring the possibility of merging into one district, a move that would impact more than 1,000 students across.

A barn fire on Saunders Settlement Road in Lewiston on Wednesday morning is under investigation, according to Lewiston police.

A federal agent shot and killed a Minneapolis motorist when she allegedly tried to run over law enforcement officers during an immigration crackdown in the city, authorities said Wednesday.

The Cheektowaga Police Department is investigating a deadly crash that occurred on William Street near Colton Street.

The Buffalo Public School District has changed course and will no longer close D'Youville Porter Campus School PS 3 and Early Childhood Center PS 90.

Experts say we're on the precipice of a blood shortage locally and nationally, and they need your help filling the gap.

Local families are speaking out about what they describe as inadequate care and long wait times for their loved ones at Elderwood in Hamburg, with state inspection records revealing multiple deficiencies in basic care services.

Over the weekend, Canisius baseball player Thomas Zwirecki got called up to the big leagues, asked by MLB superstar pitcher Paul Skenes to catch for him at a practice session in Buffalo.

The CDC's new recommendations that reduce childhood vaccines from 17 to 11 have sparked debate among Western New York area experts.

A federal funding freeze announced by the Trump administration could impact key social services in New York State, including child care assistance programs relied on by many low-income working families.

The NYSDOH announced that the state's existing childhood vaccination policies remain unchanged after the U.S. reduced the number of vaccines it recommends for every child.

A Niagara County man, who is a convicted sex offender, is facing new charges of having sex with a minor, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

State and local leaders are calling on New York to continue funding a program they say is critical to maintaining roads that connect residents and visitors to some of Western New York’s most historic destinations.

Dom Tibbetts and ESPN Radio/Jacksonville Jaguars reporter Mia O'Brien drop the latest episode of the "Leading the Charge - Behind Enemy Lines" Podcast, where they preview Sunday's wild-card showdown.

The Depew Union Free School District is facing a lawsuit, three months after a high school senior was removed from school over a vaccine booster.

Walking into a Wegmans store, customers may be unaware that their faces could be scanned and entered into a security system, according to the Rochester-based supermarket chain.

Buffalo Bills fans are making plans to travel to Jacksonville for this weekend's wild-card playoff game against the Jaguars, and travel experts are offering advice on how to save money.

The Town of Amherst has a new leader for the first time in eight years, and Supervisor Shawn Lavin is already making his priorities clear: cutting red tape and helping businesses thrive.

Governor Kathy Hochul shared strong words Monday about the lack of progress on Heritage Point, a $40 million mixed-use development project at Canalside that has sat largely idle for nearly two years.

7 News has learned that Erie County Sheriff's Office Chief of Narcotics Daniel "DJ" Granville will pay Erie County over $75,000 in connection with the hit-and-run case he was involved in.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who was captured over the weekend in a U.S. military operation, has pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges.

The U.S. has dropped the number of vaccines it recommends for every child.

Hochul says Trump should stop the "damn wag the dog strategies" in response to the attack on Venezuela and Maduro's arrest.

The Erie County District Attorney's Office says two teenagers have been sentenced after a shooting in Buffalo's Schiller Park neighborhood killed 3-year-old Ramone "Red" Carter and injured his sister.

It was a historic and emotional day as the Buffalo Bills played their final regular season game at Highmark Stadium on Sunday. We captured some of the sights and sounds throughout the day. #BillsMafia

A man has been arrested in Toronto, Ontario, over his alleged involvement in a carjacking here in Buffalo.

The United States conducted a “large-scale strike” early Saturday in Venezuela and captured its president, Nicolás Maduro, flying him and his wife out of the country, President Donald Trump said.

For Colden's Bread of Life Outreach Center, digging out makes access to food possible. A 2,000-pound food delivery was able to arrive after volunteers worked before sunrise to get to the building.

Emotions filled an Erie County courtroom Friday when two teenagers were sentenced for the shooting death of a 3-year-old boy, Ramone "Lucky" Carter, also known as "Red."

Buffalo's Common Council held its annual reorganization meeting on Friday, electing new leadership just one day after Mayor Sean Ryan was sworn into office.

Two people are facing multiple charges after an alleged hit-and-run involving a stolen vehicle.

Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2026 with some exciting events happening this weekend throughout Western New York.

One person has died after a New Year's Day house fire at the Melody Meadows Mobile Home Park in Evans.

Buffalo Bills fans are known for their loyalty. Snow never keeps them away from their team. And in this story, neither does a wedding day!

Buffalo kicked off 2026 with its annual ball drop and fireworks celebration at Roosevelt Plaza on Wednesday.

Sean Ryan, former New York State Senator, took the oath of office on New Year’s Day at Kleinhans Music Hall during a large inauguration celebration.

Heavy lake effect snow nearly disrupted New Year's Eve celebrations in Fredonia. On Thursday, I caught up with people embracing the snowy conditions.

Allen Burger Venture in Buffalo took to social media on Thursday to announce its last day is January 31.

The Buffalo Bills need your help ahead of their matchup against the New York Jets on Sunday at Highmark Stadium.

As snow and cold settle into Western New York, crews across Buffalo are preparing for one of the city’s most beloved traditions: the annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop at the Electric Tower.

Pet owners in East Aurora make the most of the brief weather break before heavy snow bands and dangerous cold move through the region.