NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned Harvey Weinstein ’s 2020 rape conviction, reversing a landmark ruling of the #MeToo era in determining the trial judge improperly allowed women to testify about allegations against the ex-movie mogul that weren’t part of the case. Weinstein, 72, will remain imprisoned because he was convicted in Los Angeles in 2022 of another rape. But the New York ruling reopens a painful chapter in America’s reckoning with sexual misconduct by powerful figures — an era that began in 2017 with a flood of allegations against Weinstein. The Manhatt ..read more

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Department heads within Lockport's City Hall have been directed to not speak with members of the news media, but Lockport's Mayor says his controversial order is only temporary. Mayor John Lombardi tells News 4 the directive was sent to department heads on Tuesday. "It was a temporary order directed to correct an administrative situation present in my administration," Lombardi said. When asked about what led to the order, Lombardi said he couldn't go into detail about it, but said it regards "personnel." The temporary order does not apply to Lockport's public safety de ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A Buffalo woman who was arrested last month pleaded guilty Wednesday to leaving the scene of an incident while drunk driving, according to the Erie County District Attorney's Office. Maggie A. Coyle, 49, was driving intoxicated on Cazenovia Street the night before Saint Patrick's Day when she hit two pedestrians while turning onto Cumberland Ave. Coyle drove away without notifying police. A 23-year-old male victim was transported to ECMC for a head injury and was released. The second female victim was treated at the scene for minor injuries. Buffalo Police located Coyle ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- The Buffalo Bills enter the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday holding 10 selections, but only two in the first three rounds. The Bills are currently slated to select at pick No. 28 on Thursday, but that could change with a trade up or down the board. You can follow the latest Bills draft updates throughout all seven rounds, including picks, trades and more, in our live blog below ..read more

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WROC) — The former owner of a spa in Rochester has been accused of running a prostitution ring. According to a criminal complaint filed in federal court, Linian Song was the former owner of S Wellness Spa on South Clinton Avenue. It was alleged that prostitution and commercial sex acts have taken place at her current business, New Elegant Shiatsu on S. Transit Road in Lockport. Investigators said both spas are on backpage-type websites advertising sexual services. They added that each of the locations has customer reviews alleging sexual acts taking place at these businesses. I ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A former employee of Russell Salvatore has filed a lawsuit, accusing the restaurateur of sexual harassment, discrimination and wrongful termination. The suit, filed on Wednesday in New York State Supreme Court, alleges that Salvatore sexually harassed her on several occasions throughout her employment, which began in 2015. She claims she was wrongfully terminated in December 2023. The suit was brought against Salvatore, his business, Russell's Steaks, Chops & More, as well as one of Salvatore's associates. It also claims that Salvatore garnished her tips while she wo ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - Millions of drivers across the country -- and it seems like dozens every week here in Western New York -- are falling victim to the Kia Challenge on social media. Now they're deciding whether they want to be part of a class action lawsuit. One Buffalo man -- who's been a victim of the challenge -- is being told he's not eligible for any financial compensation. Dan Greenway is not a big fan of the nationwide settlement that Kia and Hyundai have reached for $145 million. Dan's had his car broken into twice. He has a 2022 Kia Sportage. There is video of one of those attempt ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The NY-26 special election is just days away. The candidates, Democrat Tim Kennedy and Republican Gary Dickson, debated on News 4 on Wednesday night. State Senator Tim Kennedy has been in his current role since January 2011. He got the nod over former Grand Island Town Supervisor Nate McMurray, although McMurray is running against Kennedy in the primary for the general election in November. West Seneca Town Supervisor Gary Dickson is running on the Republican ticket. Dickson is a U.S. Army veteran who also spent 27 years with the FBI. He has been a community leader in We ..read more

You can watch a replay of BKL's Draft Special in the video player above BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- It's officially NFL Draft week, as the Bills and other teams around the league look to bolster their rosters with youth for the coming season and the future. With the first round set to begin Thursday, here are the Bills-related things to know for the 2024 draft ..read more

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - On what would have been Jaylen's Griffin 16th birthday, friends, family and loved ones gathered for a candlelight vigil at Buffalo's Central Terminal. Everyone wishes Jaylen had the chance to celebrate his birthday like a normal teenager. Instead, his family and the community are spreading messages seeking justice. It was a birthday celebration no family ever wants to go through -- with candles, signs and balloons, the community that knew Jaylen Griffin the best wishing him a happy birthday on what would've been his 16th birthday. The celebration was held at the rotary o ..read more