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While the pandemic has not caused abuse, it has exacerbated abusive situations. Measures to keep the community safe, including shutdowns and stay-at-home orders, have worsened vulnerabilities of individuals and families in violent and abusive situations. In partnership with the Family Justice Center, Buffalo Toronto Public Media hosted a virtual community conversation Wednesday night.
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Buffalo and Erie County Stopping Abuse in the Family Environment, or BE SAFE, is a collaborative aiding victims of domestic violence, especially more vulnerable populations. It’s getting a million-dollar boost from the federal government to supplement efforts to protect and advocate for elderly and disabled victims.
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The Family Justice Center says its number of new or repeat domestic violence calls doubled in a 17-month period since the onset of the COVID pandemic, and the caseload continues to increase. On Wednesday, it received a critical financial boost to help victims, as well as those who prosecute the abusers.
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The Erie County District Attorney says since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic and the stay-at-home orders which have come with it, overall crime is…
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Niagara County officials report an uptick in domestic abuse cases, and they believe the stress brought on by living under the restrictions imposed under…
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Family abuse is a serious problem. Police, the courts and non-profit agencies have spent years developing ways to help the victims. In the wake of…
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Thursday approved a law allowing victims of sexual offenses, stalking and human trafficking to hide their address from…
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A woman who escaped domestic violence and conquered alcoholism is sharing her story to offer hope for others. WBFO's senior reporter Eileen Buckley spoke…
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A woman on social media is accusing Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy of domestic violence, threats of child abuse, animal abuse, and steroid use.A…
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New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is the latest high-profile male to face accusations of sexual misconduct during the #MeToo era. An…