Wednesday News Brief

POLICE RESPOND TO CRISIS SITUATION IN LE ROY

A large police response was triggered in the Village of Le Roy Tuesday after a man in crisis reported he had a shotgun.
Police say the call came in just before noon from a rental property on Clay Street. Officers quickly responded, secured the area, and called in additional agencies for support.
As a precaution, local schools were notified and a nearby childcare facility was placed on lockdown while the situation unfolded.
Authorities say initial attempts to contact the man were unsuccessful, so a drone was deployed — which located what appeared to be a shotgun inside a vehicle behind the home.
Police say the man was inside the residence and not near the weapon. He later exited the home and was taken into custody without incident.
He was transported to a medical facility for evaluation. No injuries were reported, and the firearm was never discharged.
Multiple agencies assisted, including Batavia Police, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, and State Police.

 

 

 

GAS PRICES SURGE ACROSS NEW YORK

Gas prices are climbing sharply across the country and here in New York.
The national average now sits at $4.46 a gallon — up 35 cents in just the past week and more than a dollar higher than this time last year.
New York’s average also at $4.46, with Batavia at $4.39, Rochester $4.40, and Buffalo at $4.41.
Experts say rising oil prices — now topping $100 a barrel — along with increased demand and lower supply are driving the spike.
Diesel prices are also up, with the national average at $5.64.
Analysts say while some relief may come, volatility is expected to continue in the near term.

 

 

 

DIGGS FOUND NOT GUILTY IN ASSAULT CASE

Former Buffalo Bills receiver Stefon Diggs has been found not guilty in an assault case involving his personal chef.
The verdict came after a two-day trial, with the jury deliberating for less than two hours.
Diggs had been accused of assaulting and choking his former live-in chef during a dispute at his home in December. He denied the allegations, and his defense argued there was no credible evidence that an assault ever occurred.
Prosecutors, meanwhile, relied heavily on the accuser’s testimony, pointing to the nature of their relationship and the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Witnesses for the defense testified they did not see any injuries in the days following the alleged altercation.
In the end, the jury sided with Diggs, clearing him of all charges in the case.

 

 

 

GENESEE COUNTY FAIR SETS RECORDS

The Genesee County Fair is coming off a record-breaking year.
Agricultural Society President Amanda Gallo told legislators attendance hit 75,000 in 2025, with strong turnout across livestock shows, vendors, and grandstand events.
Highlights included record crowds for the Demolition Derby, growing participation in 4-H programs, and one of the largest six-horse hitch shows in New York outside the State Fair.
Events like food truck rodeos, live music, and kids activities also saw major success.
The Ag Society is now requesting $12,000 in county funding for the 2026 fair, which is expected to go to a full Legislature vote later this month.

 

TWO DEAD, THREE INJURED IN TEXAS SHOOTING

A shooting in Carrollton has left two people dead and three others injured.
Police say the suspect, 69-year-old Seung Han Ho, opened fire Tuesday at a shopping center north of Dallas following what officials describe as a known business relationship with the victims.
Authorities say the attack was not random, and investigators are still working to determine what led to the violence.
After the shooting, the suspect fled on foot but was later taken into custody at a nearby grocery store about four miles away.
The three surviving victims are reported to be in stable condition.
The incident prompted a heavy police response, with officers and federal agents gathering evidence at the scene.
Officials say the investigation remains ongoing.

 

PUBLIC SPEAKS OUT ON PROPOSED STAMP DATA CENTER

Dozens of residents packed a Town of Alabama Planning Board meeting to weigh in on a proposed $19 billion data center project at the STAMP site.
Nearly 75 people spoke during the public hearing, with the majority raising concerns about noise, environmental impact, and the project’s fit within the town’s rural character.
Opponents argued the development could strain water and power resources while bringing relatively few permanent jobs.
Supporters, including union representatives, pointed to the economic boost from construction jobs, local spending, and long-term investment in the region.
Developers say the project would include noise-reducing designs, limited water usage, and compliance with environmental standards.
The Planning Board continues to review the proposal, with no final decision made yet.

 

LOCAL BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL SCORES

Pavilion/York rolled to a dominant 22-0 win over Mount Morris.Zach Bauer led the way with three hits, including two triples and three RBIs, while Trent Englert and Hayven Cordes also had big offensive days.Le Roy picked up a 4-0 win over Caledonia-Mumford behind a strong outing from Brady McClurg, who struck out nine. Jagger Smith added two hits, two runs, and four stolen bases. And in softball, Elba stayed hot with a 20-6 win over Holley.