I'Jaz Ja'ciel
Multimedia ReporterI'Jaz Ja'ciel is an investigative reporter and a Buffalo, N.Y. native. She re-joined the Buffalo Toronto Public Media NPR newsroom in February 2026, having begun her career in journalism at BTPM NPR in 2019 as a weekend anchor. Ja'ciel later reported for Spectrum News 1 Buffalo and Investigative Post.
Additionally, she serves as president of the National Association of Black Journalists’ Buffalo chapter, a title she has held since 2023.
Ja'ciel has received a number of recognitions for her work and community contributions, including the Changemakers 30 Under 30 Award, an Edward R. Murrow Award, and the Rising Star award at the InfoTech BETAs. A graduate of Buffalo State University, Ja'ciel earned a Bachelors of Arts in Journalism and Masters of Science in Data Science and Analytics.
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Starting March 1, certain adults without dependents will be mandated to work at least 20 hours per week to avoid losing food stamp benefits. -
Some of the Senate Republican Conference's proposals included means-tested rent stabilization, streamlining the permitting process and repealing the all-electric mandate. -
The ErieCo Sheriff app will allow residents to submit tips and subscribe to news and alerts from the sheriff's office from their smartphones. -
The former Rich Bisons Operations president and Buffalo Baseball Hall of Fame inductee died at the age of 72 years old. -
The Rev. Michael LaMarca was charged by the North Tonawanda Police after allegedly pushing a woman into a counter last December. -
The Buffalo Board of Education has released a report from an independent investigator which looked into allegations of poor practices with student safety, following an incident at a Buffalo school last year. -
City officials said they've been in talks with the owners of 486 Emslie St. regarding financial responsibilities of rehabilitating or demolishing the building. Demo costs are estimated at upwards of $2 million. -
Congressman Tim Kennedy announced more federal money to target lead remediation in the city's water system. -
Elected officials, faith leaders and community organizations shared their sentiments on the civil rights leaders' impact. -
The Erie County Department of Environmental Conservation is using months of research to create an emergency response plan for heat-related emergencies.
