Buffalo and Western New York are known for several things, from football and hockey to its amazing architecture; the Queen City is a great place to live, work, and play. One of the things that we do especially well in the 716 is art and history. Folks may not realize it, but Buffalo has some world-class art right here in Western New York.

If you didn't already know, now you know: Jelly Roll is serious about his commitment to personal evolution and growth. He has raised money to fund a recording studio for the same juvenile detention center where he was once incarcerated, played special shows at prisons and rehab facilities and is currently heading up a massive holiday season toy drive in middle Tennessee. Jelly's laser-focused on changing lives for the better when it comes to his music, too. Songs like "She," "Save Me" and "Son of a Sinner" speak for those struggling with addiction, poverty and loneliness, who may not always feel represented in country music.

A real Christmas tree should last you up to six weeks, but you will want to make sure that there’s nothing hiding in your tree before you set it up in your house. When you get the tree back to your house, you should give the tree a good shake so the loose needles fall to the ground. While you shake your tree, keep an eye out for any animals or insects that may have hitchhiked their way to your house via tree transport.

Former Tennessee Titans tight end Frank Wycheck died at his home in Chattanooga, Tenn. on Saturday (Dec. 9), according to a statement from his publicity team and his family. He was 52 years old. According to the statement, Wycheck appears to have fallen and hit his head at some point...

A chunk of granite sticking out of the ground is one of the most photographed rocks in the Hudson Valley. So why is everyone flocking to a remote location to see it?. If you find yourself out hiking, you might walk right past this two-and-a-half-foot rock without even noticing it. Many others, however, have spent the whole day seeking this landmark out to seize the rare opportunity to stand directly on it.

NBC holiday special Christmas at the Opry aired on Thursday night (Dec. 7), including a special duet performance from two of music's most powerful living vocalists -- of any genre. Kelly Clarkson and Wynonna Judd took the stage together during the show for a rousing performance of "Santa Claus is...

During an interview earlier this week, rock duo The Black Keys revealed that they once had a less-than-friendly run-in with Jelly Roll -- in fact, he asked them if they wanted to brawl!. This happened back in 2010, and to hear band mate Patrick Carney tell it, he was attending...

It's not every day that a country artist earns RIAA Diamond single certification. Kane Brown recently became one of a select few country acts -- eight, to be exact -- who've notched that milestone, demarcating 10 million certified units in the U.S. Brown's Diamond-certified song is "Heaven," a 2017 slow...

Back in my youth, the biggest event of the holiday season, an event that marked the beginning of it in fact, was when the town crews came out in force and put up all the holiday lights around my hometown's tiny Main Street, and everyone gathered for the lighting of our village Christmas tree.

A milk shortage is starting to impact the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Hudson Valley GOP Congressman Marc Molinaro wants the U.S.D.A. to address the milk carton shortage in upstate New York and across the nation. Molinaro Calls On Government To Help With Milk Carton Shortage. U.S. Rep. Marc...

Health officials issued a warning regarding a dietary supplement that's made in New York that may cause an erection. The FDA has announced a new recall involving a New York State company. Meta Herbal Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall. Meta Herbal from E. Hampton, New York is voluntarily recalling 500 blister...

Nearly 14,000 pounds of food sold in New York have been recalled over health concerns. The United States FSIS announced another food recall that impacts New York State residents. Garland Ventures Recalls Ready-to-Eat Products. Garland Ventures, a Garland, Texas, establishment, is recalling approximately 13,842 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken fried...

The flu is spreading at high rates in many counties across New York State. The flu is now "widespread" in the Empire State. The New York State Department of Health reports the flu is officially "categorized as geographically widespread," in its latest "New York State Influenza Surveillance Report." Flu Is...

When it comes to national chain restaurants, nobody is bigger and more popular than McDonald's. The fast food king has over 650 locations across New York State and they have a gigantic presence across the world. After the pandemic began, McDonald's decided that they will rely on the heavy hitters...

Did you forget about your office “Secret Santa” pool?. Want to pick up something thoughtful for your favorite grocery store cashier?. Whatever the reason, ‘tis the season to get familiar with scratch-offs from the New York State Lotto!. Think about it - scratch-off lotto tickets are hands...

Luke Bryan's son Bo is steadily becoming more experienced behind the wheel, but the struggles of being a parent to a new driver aren't over yet. In a new interview with Audacy's Katie & Company, Bryan explained that he and his wife Caroline are currently in negotiations with their son about which car will be his first official set of wheels -- and they don't always see eye to eye with Bo.

There is one city in New York State where the people are the drunkest. New York State keeps track of the percentage of people in each county who drink excessively. County Health Rankings has compiled the data. Excessive alcohol use is one of the leading causes of preventable and premature...

Mother Nature may create a slippery morning commute to kick off the work week. Winter storm warnings and weather advisories have been posted across Central New York. The National Weather Service is predicting anywhere from 4 inches to a foot of heavy, wet in parts of New York. And that's after a lot of rain.

The last few years have seen a lot of discussion and charges surrounding the rules that police in America have to operate under. We've seen many of these reforms happening in the Empire State. From police departments all over the state starting to deploy body cameras and tasers to cities...

Can you get pulled over for a traffic violation by an unmarked police car in New York State?. There are a few things that can happen in a day that can turn a good day into a bad day quickly. One of the most popular ways that can happen is while you are driving along and all of a sudden you look into your rearview mirror and see the red, white, and or blue lights (depending on who's pulling you over) shining in your eyes. Yes, you are being pulled over but if the police car is unmarked with just lights are they breaking the law by pulling you over?