Good morning, Buffalo.

A local non-profit, Bury The Violence, is hosting a public forum on May 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Locus Premier Events at 289 Austin St. to address safety concerns at Charles Drew Science Magnet School after SVU Detective Richard Hy brought an attempted abduction to light — founder Kareema Morris said she did not invite district officials to keep the discussion open and non-hostile for parents, students, and staff.

A 22‑year‑old Buffalo man — Clarence E.

Thomas — was sentenced to 32‑year‑to‑life in prison by an Erie County Court Judge for fatally shooting two and injuring one in Riverside on July 30, 2023 after pleading guilty in March to counts including first‑degree murder.

Ujima Company will present Everybody, a modern retelling of Everyman that examines life and death, from May 1-18 in Buffalo.

Artistic Director Curtis Lovell and director Tioga Simpson use a lottery system to choose the lead role — giving each show a unique twist.

The Buffalo Board of Education met yesterday to address comments made by Detective Richard Hy on the Unsubscribe Podcast, where he accused schools of blocking information on sexual assault cases—Board President Dr. Kathy Evans-Brown announced an external investigation whose findings will be shared with the public without a set timeline.

The Workforce Buffalo Downtown Career Center opened Tuesday at 77 Broadway to provide job counseling, training and upskilling for local residents.

Local officials including Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz and Acting Mayor Scanlon held a ribbon-cutting event and used WIOA funds ($677,000) to upgrade the center.

Michigan Rattlers Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Rec Room — Buy tickets — Enjoy a night of live music with the Michigan Rattlers in Buffalo.

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra: Ron Spigelman - Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — Tickets from $53 — Experience the iconic film score live as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra performs with Raiders of the Lost Ark.

BB's Bingo Sto Lat

6 PM — Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant — Free entry — Experience a redefined bingo night that's perfectly different and enjoyable.

Jesse Cook Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Last-minute ticket pricing available — Experience the rhythms of Jesse Cook live in Buffalo.

The Pretty Reckless Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — $48 — Catch The Pretty Reckless live for a night of rocking music and great vibes.

Naruto - The Symphonic Experience

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live symphonic performance that brings the beloved scenes of Naruto to life.

Alley Kats vs Devil Dollies Game 9

7-9 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticket sales close at 2 p.m. on game day — It's a thrilling rematch of the Alley Kats taking on the Devil Dollies in Game 9 of the 2025 Season!

Spring World’s Largest Yard Sale 2025

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hamburg Fairgrounds — $5 admission, kids free — Discover treasures from over 200 local vendors at this beloved WNY event.

En Vivo Concert

10:30 PM — VENU — Ticket costs vary — Enjoy a night of live music with en vivo in Buffalo.

Escape the Fate Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ with guardian or ID — Experience an electrifying night of rock with Escape the Fate and Scary Kids Scaring Kids.