A 7 News investigation found Buffalo Police overtime hours used to meet minimum staffing jumped 65% in a year, with new officers not expected until 2028.
Congress is back in session, and Rep. Tim Kennedy says Democrats are returning to Washington with a mandate to make changes. 7 News also reached out to Republican Nick Langworthy but didn't hear back.
Keeping roads safe through a Western New York winter is becoming increasingly expensive, and officials in the Town of Colden say rising costs for road salt, fuel and highway maintenance materials are putting additional pressure on the town's budget.