Good morning, Buffalo.

Community members in Lancaster rallied to support Makayla after her mother died in a house fire on Central Avenue last week.

A fundraising campaign has raised over $30,000 and locals are collecting essential items—like clothing—to help the young girl cope with her loss.

New York Beer Project was ordered by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to pay $225,000 to two former bartenders after a discrimination lawsuit settlement and was required to set up a new anti-discrimination policy.

NYSEG is hosting a smart meter open house today at Lockport Town Hall from 4:30 to 6:30 — and the Sabres hosted a sports and entertainment career fair Tuesday at KeyBank Center.

Rarebird Coffee—a biotech company that replaces caffeine with a natural compound Px for sharper focus and improved sleep—moved its headquarters downtown from San Francisco after winning the 43 North competition and now plans to grow its local presence with retail partnerships and ongoing research at the Medical Campus.

Renay Lynch, a Buffalo woman who served nearly 24 years in prison after a vacated 1995 murder conviction, has filed a lawsuit against Amherst police — and Erie County prosecutors for mishandling the investigation into the killing of 82-year-old landlord Louise Cicelsky.

Evidence from 2 On Your Side shows that Sheriff Garcia's claim of not knowing about special treatment for his officer Daniel “D.J.” Granville after he damaged eight vehicles on April 11 does not match an email from May 1 and a complaint from a car owner — Buffalo Police are now checking if Granville’s sister-in-law helped hide the truth — and the incident has cost $60,000 in taxpayer funds.

Nathaniel S. Rivera, 35, from Lake View was arraigned this morning in Hamburg Town Court on charges of burglary and grand larceny after he broke into a building on Lakeview Road on March 7th to steal over $1,000 in tools from town departments—he is set to return next Tuesday, April 22 at 10:00 a.m. and may face up to 7 years in prison if convicted.

On March 24, a top-prize winning TAKE 5 ticket sold at Market in the Square on Union Road in Buffalo won an $8,510.50 prize with drawn numbers 09-17-25-29-30 chosen from a pool of 1-39.

Buffalo Common Council is reviewing a proposal from the East Side Parkways Coalition to restore Humboldt Parkway instead of building a 1.5 Billion dollar tunnel for the Kensington Expressway—Brad Wales said the plan would cut costs, boost commerce, and improve air quality for area residents.

Crews began demolishing Volkers Bowling Alley at the corner of Elmwood and Amherst Tuesday afternoon after the building closed during the pandemic several years ago.

Buffalo Common Councilman Joe Golombeck said an apartment building will be built in its place to meet local housing needs — discussions on the building’s size are still in progress.

Shucked - Touring Musical Performance

Experience the touring production of 'Shucked' at Shea's Buffalo Theatre, promising an engaging night of entertainment.

Meat Raffle for Kidney Health

5-9 p.m. | Lancaster Variety Club | Supports healthy food pantry for dialysis patients | Participate in raffles while supporting a good cause.

Buffalo Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival

The Buffalo Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival offers tastings of a variety of chocolates, wines, and craft spirits, along with sweet and savory food options in a festive atmosphere for guests aged 21 and over.

On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | 146 Franklin St, Lackawanna, NY | Free entry | Explore the amenities and dining options at a top-rated senior living community.

Eid Festival Celebration

4-8 p.m. — The Buffalo History Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the end of Ramadan with live performances, cultural cuisine, and family-friendly activities.

Wild Kratts Live Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Kratt Brothers in a vibrant live adventure out of your TV screens.

Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett

7 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 18+ — Enjoy a nostalgic throwback celebration of music from Nickelodeon and Disney Channel.

Bette, Babs & Beyond Tribute Concert

10:30 a.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — $8.00 — A vibrant tribute to legendary female music icons performed by the BPO and featuring a stellar cast of vocalists.

Dogs in a Pile Concert for Animal Shelter

7-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $24-27 — Experience a night of eclectic music and community spirit while helping local animals in need.

G-Eazy Helium Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — All ages — Catch G-Eazy and special guests Marc E. Bassy and Goody Grace for an unforgettable night of hip-hop and pop performances.