Caffeine and Alcohol Don't Mix

Anheuser-Busch will stop selling caffeinated alcohol beverages in New York State, after an investigation by the Attorney General's Office charged the company with marketing to underaged drinkers. As part of an agreement with Andrew Cuomo's Office and several other State Attorneys General, Anheuser-Busch will no longer produce "Tilt," "Bud Extra", or other alcoholic energy drinks. The A.G.'s Office says the company was making false statements about the health and energizing effects of the caffeinated beverages. Anheuser-Busch will also pay 200-thousand dollars to the states involved, for public programs and also to cover the costs of the investigation.

Local Soldier Wounded in Iraq

Local soldier Joseph Browning of Evans has been in the Army since 2003 and is now on his second tour of duty. On Monday, a gunman targeted him and his fellow soldiers just outside of Baghdad. The Department of Defense confirms one soldier was killed, five others including Joseph were wounded. He was taken to a military hospital in Germany.

Husband Extradited in Genesee County Cold Case

In 1992 53-year-old Janet Kirkup disappeared while on a cross-country RV trip with her husband. 68-year-old Robert Kirkup of Big River, California has been extradited to Genesee County, where he now awaits trial for second-degree murder. The Kirkup's daughter convinced deputies in California to reopen the case, which eventually led to her father being charged.

Husband Extradited in Genesee County Cold Case

In 1992 53-year-old Janet Kirkup disappeared while on a cross-country RV trip with her husband. 68-year-old Robert Kirkup of Big River, California has been extradited to Genesee County, where he now awaits trial for second-degree murder. The Kirkup's daughter convinced deputies in California to reopen the case, which eventually led to her father being charged.

Lynch in Court, While Commish is in Jamestown

Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch is expected to appear in front of a DMV hearing officer today and plead guilty to a traffic violation, finally resolving the hit-and-run accident that injured a woman from Canada at the corner of Delaware and Chippewa. Speculation continued for weeks whether Lynch was behind the wheel of his vehicle. He will probably avoid criminal charges, but still could face a civil lawsuit. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was born in Jamestown, is close to home today. Goodell is giving a speech at the Chautauqua Institution. He's expected to comment on the Marshawn Lynch case at some point.

4-Star General with WNY Roots

Turns out that the first woman in American History to become a Four-Star General was born in Western New York. Lieutenant General Ann Dunwoody grew up in Cattaraugus County and went to school in Randolph. If approved by congress she would be the first woman to become a full General. She heads the Army Materiel Command.

Anchorman Ron Hunter Dead

Former Channel 2 anchorman Ron Hunter has died at age 70 in Las Vegas. Hunter worked at Channel 2 in the early '70s, and also anchored in Miami, Chicago, and Philadelphia. Hunter was said by some to be one of the inspirations for the film "Anchorman."

Broadway Market's Future Debated

The Broadway Market is hosting a public forum this noontime as its lease is about to expire. Executive Director Richard Fronczak says the Market turned a profit last year, but Common Council President David Franczyk says the current board, including the Executive Director, should resign.

Medican Merger Hits Speed Bump

Kaleida Health and Erie County Medical Center have worked out a deal to merge, as was ordered by a state commission. Now there is word that the State Health Commissioner has some questions about part of the deal. Commissioner Richard Daines reportedly wants clarification of who has the power to veto plans for new medical procedures and equipment. Judge John Curran, who helped administer the deal, says he will be working to smooth over details needed to get the commissioners' final approval.

Skelos Replaces Bruno

After the long-time Senate Majority leader Joe Bruno announced that he would be stepping down, Dean Skelos has been voted in by his GOP colleagues. Skelos has been in the Senate since 1985, and served as Deputy Majority Leader for several years, putting him next in the line of succession.

Crash Shuts Down 33

A lengthy shutdown on the 33 inbound last night because of an accident at about 10:15pm. Police pursued a man onto the Kensington after a domestic dispute on Ellen Drive. The driver hit the back of a tractor-trailer and several other vehicles. Three people were taken to ECMC, including serious injuries to the driver suspect. Police and emergency crews spent the entire night on the scene. That section of roadway between Harlem and Eggert finally reopened after 4 a-m.

Buffalo Board Could be Going Soft

The State Legislature has approved the downgrading of Buffalo's control board. The measure was sought last year, but was vetoed by former Governor Elliot Spitzer. The plan still has to be approved by Governor David Paterson before moving forward. Both Senator Dale Volker and Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples feel that the city has made strides financially and that financial control should be put back in City Hall.

Buffalo Board Could be Going Soft

The State Legislature has approved the downgrading of Buffalo's control board. The measure was sought last year, but was vetoed by former Governor Elliot Spitzer. The plan still has to be approved by Governor David Paterson before moving forward. Both Senator Dale Volker and Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples feel that the city has made strides financially and that financial control should be put back in City Hall.

Senecas Impacting Local Economy

The Seneca Nations of Indians have released a study that shows that the tribe has become a major employer and economic player in the Western New York area. Numbers released show that the Senecas generated revenues of close to 1-point-1-billion dollars in 2007. They have also put over six-thousand people on their payroll.

Buffalo School Test Scores Improve

The New York State Department of Education says test scores for students in grades 3 through 8 rose statewide in Language Arts and Math. Buffalo Public School scores also improved in both areas. The percentage of students meeting the state requirement in math rose to 51 percent, and those who met the requirements in Language Arts rose to 43 percent. School Board Member Ralph Hernandez spoke with Donahue and Moore this morning on WECK.

Teen Nabbed in Pittsburgh

A Buffalo teenager wanted for questioning in a Buffalo's murder this year has been caught in Pittsburgh. Eighteen-year-old Gerald "Na Na" Gibson was apprehended by Pittsburgh Police while riding a Greyhound bus bound for Saint Louis. Local authorities have said that Gibson is a person of interest in the killing of 19-year-old Jermaine Martin on Bailey Avenue earlier in June.

Kaleida and ECMC Make a Deal

Kaleida Health and ECMC have reached an agreement to merge the two. The new deal opens the door for construction of a heart and vascular center on the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, and also settles a lawsuit filed by ECMC against New York State, for using state aid to help Kaleida's Millard Fillmore Gates Circle hospital.

Bruno Stepping Down

In a surprising statement Monday evening State Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno announced he will not be seeking re-election this fall. Bruno said it was time to move on after 32 years in office, and 13 years as Majority Leader. Bruno told Governor Paterson of his decision earlier Monday, the last day of the 2008 Legislative session. Speculation is ripe over the timing of Bruno's announcement. The Republican leadership of the Senate is facing a fight, as Democrats are poised to take control. Bruno lost his wife Barbara in January, and has been under FBI investigation for more than a year, for his business associations outside of state government.