Sunday, January 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 Western New York community groups advocate for the complete dismantling of the Kensington Expressway and Scajaquada Expressway to benefit the area. WGRZ
- ➤ Western New York TikTok creators like Alex Dispence and Desmond Nicholas plan to adapt and continue their businesses despite the potential U.S. ban on the app due to national security concerns. The Buffalo News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Buffalo realtor is facing a lawsuit for alleged housing discrimination by directing minority buyers to predominantly Black neighborhoods and deterring white buyers from these areas, practices that contradict federal fair housing laws. The Buffalo News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Goo Goo Dolls' Robby Takac records a Buffalo-themed cover of The Killers' 'Mr. Brightside' to rally support for the Buffalo Bills' playoff game, aiming to replace the team's current 4th quarter anthem with a version from a local band. WGRZ
- ➤ The Buffalo History Museum introduces an exhibit featuring memorabilia from The Old Pink, an iconic venue. WGRZ
- ➤ The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus delivered an acclaimed performance of Mozart's Requiem, featuring standout soloists including a tenor compared to Pavarotti, captivating audiences in Buffalo. Buffalo Rising
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Economic development officials are commissioning a study to explore potential uses for the closed Sumitomo Rubber USA facility in Tonawanda, aiming to find viable options for its future. The Buffalo News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A cold front will bring the coldest air in over five years to Western New York, leading to dangerously low wind chills and heavy lake effect snow early next week. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An external review identified minor areas for improvement in the Erie County Comptroller's Office's audit practices, with no serious deficiencies found. The Buffalo News
SHOP NEWS
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Dancing With the Stars Live Tour
Dancing With the Stars, the popular Emmy-winning ABC show, is embarking on a live tour, bringing the excitement of the dance floor to Shea's Buffalo Theatre.
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Kevin Hart Concert in Buffalo
Kevin Hart will perform live at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, offering an evening of comedy entertainment.
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Tribute Band Performance by Bee Gees
A tribute band performance dedicated to the iconic Bee Gees at Shea's 710 Theatre in Buffalo.
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Terrakwa: An Investigation of the Erie Canal Across Time and Geography
This innovative exhibition at Buffalo Arts Studio explores the Erie Canal's history through an ecological lens, featuring drawings created by trees to reflect atmospheric forces over time.
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Kevin Hart Live at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart will perform live at Shea's Buffalo Theatre in Buffalo, NY.
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University at Buffalo Wrestling: Bulls vs. Bloomsburg & Glenville
The University at Buffalo Bulls Wrestling team will compete against Bloomsburg and Glenville at the Alumni Arena.
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TBZ Aleph Champ - Children's Hebrew Learning Program
A program designed for children in grades 1-7 focusing on Hebrew language education, with sessions held weekly at the Broder Center in Buffalo.
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Decades Silent Disco at the Statler
Experience a night of immersive music from the 70s to the 2000s with three live DJs and themed decorations.
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Lock & Key Singles Party for Ages 24-49 in Buffalo, NY
The Lock & Key Singles Party allows singles to unlock potential matches through a fun, interactive event designed to encourage socializing and new connections.
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Kaisertown Polka Band Performance
The Kaisertown Polka Band is a celebrated polka show band from Western New York, known for their vibrant performances and musical heritage.
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