Election Night at the WNY Democrats’ HQ
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 4:50 PM · 1 min read
Maurice Brown throws up his arms, cheering with the crowd as it is announced that Democrats have won the House majority at the Erie County Democrats’ watch party on election night at Town Ballroom in Buffalo, Nov. 3, 2026. (Libby…