Kathy Hochul has claimed victory in New York’s 26th Congressional District. It’s a result that would have surprised local observers several weeks ago, and one that has captured the attention of political minds around the nation.

Kathy Hochul has claimed victory in New York’s 26th Congressional District. It’s a result that would have surprised local observers several weeks ago, and one that has captured the attention of political minds around the nation.

Democrat Kathy Hochul has claimed victory in New York’s 26th. Hochul said she received a "very gracious call" from Republican Jane Corwin, the one-time favorite to take Chris Lee’s old seat in Congress. Click here for the returns.

WNYMedia.net is projecting that Kathy Hochul, Democrat from Hamburg, has won the special election to replace Chris Lee in Congress.

The polls have closed in New York’s 26th Congressional District. Now Jane Corwin, Kathy Hochul, and Jack Davis wait for the results to come in. Click here to see the returns come in.

(Because I can’t wait for court ordered recounts) Seniors all across America (at least the ones awake) rejoiced tonight as Kathy Hochul single handedly saved Medicare once and for all…

(Because I can’t wait for court ordered recounts) Tommunisms was there to catch the reaction of an elderly resident of WNY when he heard that Jane Corwin eeked out a victory in the NY #26 special election…

While the Cover it Live Liveblog will be up shortly on the main page, I thought I’d pull together what we’re up to right now. The WFP just sent this around: Overview: As the polls close in Western New York tonight, we anticipate a close election – so close that the results may not be [...]

With the hours running out until the polls came to a close, the three main candidates in New York’s 26th Congressional District made wise use of their time Tuesday. Click here for reports at the headquarters of Jane Corwin, Kathy Hochul, and Jack Davis.

You may have heard this afternoon that the poorly managed Corwin campaign went to court to ensure that they can more carefully scrutinize paper ballots excluded from the machine count and do what Republicans always do when they’re afraid – minimize the number of valid ballots. Although returns will be counted and announced as usual, [...]

Riter Radio, Weekdays from 3-6 pm. Today’s Guests: Scott Arnold of Harvest Hill, Executive Director of WNY PGA Joe Bertino, and Jacob Roach from the First Tee of WNY program Hour One Live from Harvest Hill Golf Course, Brad recaps his first televised game of golf, without giving away anything; On “Special Election Day”, it’s [...]

This season’s never-ending wet weather is not good for anyone. It’s affecting people with allergies and hurting the agriculture industry. But as our Lara Greenberg tells us, the one thing it isn’t damaging is wine production…yet.

[ May 28, 2011; ]
From the Market website:

In honor of Memorial Day, the Broadway Market will be offering veterans a 10% discount on purchases this Saturday, May 28, 2011.

The Broadway Market offers some of the best local produce, meats and specialty items around. In addition to our wide array of traditional vendors, the Sunrise Bakery will be selling [...]

With the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, roadways are expected to be busy with travelers. AAA says despite the high gas prices, families this year will drive further than last year, by maximizing their travel budgets. As YNN’s Kate McGowan reports, some…

The Buffalo Teachers Federation says attendance teachers need to be brought back to the school system. This, after a student absentee study shows thousands of students in kindergarten through 6th grade missed too many days of school.