Federal funds create AI Tech Hub at University at Buffalo

Federal funds create AI Tech Hub at University at Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The director of the National Science Foundation joined U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer at the University at Buffalo Tuesday to unveil a new artificial intelligence institute. The National A.I. Institute for Exceptional Education is located across from the Lockwood Memorial Library at the U.B. North Campus in Amherst. It cost $20 … Read more

Rochester music engineer weighs in on impact of AI

Rochester music engineer weighs in on impact of AI

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of the music industry in the creative process, production and consumption of music. From AI-generated compositions to plug-and-play melodies, the influence of AI is omnipresent, with technologies like autotune emerging as game-changers for many artists. Autotune, a popular AI-driven tool, has significantly altered the way artists … Read more

Bills fans head to London

Bills fans head to London

CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. — Travel went smoothly Wednesday morning as hundreds of Bills fans arrived at the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport to begin their journey to London, England. There are no direct flights from Buffalo to London, but travelers booked flights with connections to get there straight from home.  “We travel for our team. We love our … Read more

U.S. Census Bureau finds more people facing poverty

U.S. Census Bureau finds more people facing poverty

The latest income, poverty and health insurance report from the U.S. Census Bureau shows people across the nation are facing increasing poverty rates and more than 27 million people remain uninsured. The report shows: Real median household income decreased by 2.3% Supplemental poverty rate increased by 4.6% Rate of people with health insurance increased by … Read more

New passport service comes to Orchard Park

New passport service comes to Orchard Park

A new passport service, Passports On The Move, will take place in Orchard Park next month, Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns announced Tuesday. The event will happen Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the AAA Travel and Insurance Center, located at 3475 Amelia Drive. Passports On The Move is for first-time passport applicants only. They will be … Read more

How restaurants are preparing for the New York State Fair

How restaurants are preparing for the New York State Fair

With the New York State Fair around the corner, local restaurant owners are making sure they are stocked up to feed hungry people over the 13-day event.   “The main thing with the fair is having enough product and inventory to keep up with the high demand of people attending,” said Zach Marji, owner of … Read more

New Port Richey man escapes fires in Maui

New Port Richey man escapes fires in Maui

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. — Some Bay area residents were in Maui earlier this week, but were able to get out before the wildfires really started to spread. Chad Karr and his fiancée spent 10 days in Hawaii most of that time in Maui. The fire started building, and the damage was growing just as … Read more