BUFFALO, NY - An effort to save drivers money on their traffic tickets, while boosting Buffalo city revenue is underway in Albany.

Ever had a traffic ticket that you wanted to get out of or knock down the fine?

Drivers in Buffalo don't have the right to plea bargain these tickets. But, under a bill being debated in Albany, drivers would be able to do this if they're stopped in the city. Under the proposal, every violation from running a stop sign or illegally changing lanes, running a stop light, U-turn violations and speeding tickets, drivers would be able to fight to get lower penalties on by pleading guilty to the infraction. Then, they could bargain the cost of the violations to lower dollar amounts if they're stopped on Buffalo streets.

"Those are the same opportunities that other municipalities smaller than Buffalo, why shouldn't we have that same opportunity," said David Rivera, council member for Buffalo Common Council.

Bloodline Handmade, a bespoke men’s tailoring company that makes all garments exclusively in Western New York, announced their upcoming launch on June 6th in Buffalo.  

Bloodline Handmade gives their clients the opportunity to choose fabrics and material that are sourced from all over the world. Their manufacturing process as well as their team of tailors, cutters and seamstresses is entirely local. The Bloodline Handmade mission is to produce a product that is completely customizable at a price point equivalent to a quality, ready-made Italian suit.

“The reception of Bloodline Handmade in the Buffalo market has been overwhelmingly successful to date,” said Bloodline Handmade Founder Jason Blood. “By word of mouth alone, our team has been busy filling orders. I’m excited about upcoming launch to officially showcase Bloodline Handmade to all of Western New York.”

Erie County, NY- Erie County Clerk Chris Jacobs announced that his office is hosting a special “Passports on the Move” Outreach on Wednesday, June 5th, at the Eastern Hills Mall from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Clerk’s Office will be set up in the Center Court Commons, between Bon-Ton and Macy’s.  Appointments are required and can be made by contacting the Erie County Clerk’s Office directly at 716-858-8866.

Passport Acceptance Agents from the Clerk’s Office will be available to accept and process passport applications for U.S. citizens during this special community outreach as well as provide passport information. “I encourage anyone planning their upcoming summer vacation or a college student planning their next semester abroad to come to our outreach and apply for their passport,” said County Clerk Jacobs.