First Student urges drivers to slow down, use caution as school buses return to roads

CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) — As students prepare to return to school, drivers across Western New York will soon be sharing the roads with more school buses. First Student General Manager Rob Hummel is urging motorists to slow down, pay attention, and be prepared for frequent stops. “When you see a school bus, keep in mind […]

Niagara University opens new School of Cybersecurity

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Niagara University is expanding its academic offerings for students to reflect new and improved advancements in artificial intelligence. The university is opening a School of Cybersecurity within its Holzschuh College of Business Administration, leaders announced Monday. With the university’s Department of Cybersecurity and Operations, the new school will teach students about […]

2026 Back-to-School Health and Safety

As a former educator, I know this is a time of year full of excitement. Let me be one of the first to welcome our students, teachers, faculty and staff back to school! The start of a school year is the most critical in setting students up for success. In Erie County, we have several resources that support the well-being of our young people.

Back-to-school shopping? Experts say you’re probably buying more than you need

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Back-to-school shopping is in full swing, and for many families, that means a long list of school supplies and a growing bill. Experts say K-12 households are expected to spend more than $43 billion this year on back-to-school shopping, making it one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, second […]

New beginnings for students, president at University at Buffalo

Caroline Attardo Genco begins her first year as president on campus

Assembly's Karen McMahon backs Buffalo School Board monitor proposal

McMahon, Assembly Ethics Committee chair, thinks a monitor will help the board and school district.

Class action: Buffalo Schools may consider relocating DaVinci High School

Superintendent Prophet-Bullock wants to meet with DiVinci supporters next week

State-appointed advisor for Buffalo Schools, so far, a no show

"I haven't heard a thing about it" - Board member Erik Bohen

Team USA’s Anita Alvarez to mentor students

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Three-time Olympian and Kenmore native Anita Alvarez will help teach students about teamwork through a new partnership inviting Olympic athletes into the classroom. Four Team USA artistic swimmers have been selected to mentor students in Los Angeles for the upcoming school year. Alvarez won silver in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. […]

'Bring that dream into reality': Canisius University launches 'Launch Lab' for women entrepreneurs

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Women's Business Center at Canisius University is launching a new program this fall designed to help women entrepreneurs turn their business ideas into reality. The inaugural "Launch Lab" is a 15-week boot camp course built to support both product- and service-based businesses. Enrollment is...

Bright Spot: Nearly 6,000 backpacks donated to students

Rochester, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on students heading back to school with some new supplies. More than 48 McDonald's restaurants across New York are helping students prepare for the new school year by donating nearly 6,000 backpacks through the Golden Arches Pack Giveback program. More than 30...

Students move in for new school year at UB

New York's Second-largest School District Could Get A State Monitor Under New Bill

A new bill from a Buffalo-area lawmaker would place a state monitor inside Buffalo Public Schools. The district gets over a billion dollars a year from New York State, and Rivera says that kind of money deserves accountability.

Social media pressure can push families to spend more on back-to-school shopping

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Back-to-school shopping is underway, and for many families, it’s not just about checking off a school supply list. From trendy backpacks to water bottles and clothes, social media is impacting what kids want for the new school year, which could be pressuring parents into spending more than they originally hoped.

Rivera proposes bill to assign state monitor to BPS

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo Public Schools could have an extra set of eyes on its decisions. Ahead of Wednesday’s board meeting with a packed agenda, state Assemblyman Jon Rivera is proposing a state monitor for the district. The proposed bill comes weeks after Rivera and the state education commissioner met with district leaders and […]

Assemblyman Jon Rivera outlines role of BPS monitor in new bill

New York State assemblyman Jon Rivera (D-149th district) has introduced a bill calling for the state's education commissioner to appoint a monitor for Buffalo Public Schools. The bill also outlines what the monitor's job will be.

From mini-fridges to food, N.Y. college students feeling squeeze of inflation

BUFFALO, N.Y. — As college students across New York move into their dorms, for many families, the cost goes well beyond tuition and room and board. From bedding and mini-fridges to food and cleaning supplies, inflation is adding to the price of starting a new school year. For students...

SUNY Chancellor on challenges and future of the University System

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Classes begin again next Monday at U-B and then in the coming weeks at 63 other SUNY schools. So with leadership changes and adjustments for some area universities 2 On Your Side spoke Monday with SUNY Chancellor Dr. John B. King Jr. When it comes to...