Good morning, Buffalo.

Amsdell Road between Route 20 and Route 5 is closed in Hamburg after a railroad bridge was heavily damaged when struck; railroad traffic is shut off until further notice (the driver remains fine).

Buffalo Place announced that the free Thursday & Main concert series returns downtown for its 10th anniversary; concerts run from June 4 to July 30 at Fountain Plaza with local and national acts, and Fetty Wap will appear at Outer Harbor Live on Aug.

22 (8 p.m.).

The Buffalo Poet Laureate shared reflections on East Side resilience today, noting that community spirit and art helped the neighborhood overcome challenges (insights meant to inspire local unity).

Dr. Satish K. Tripathi prepares for his final UB commencement ceremonies as he marks 15 years of transforming the university.

Appointed in 2011, he boosted research, athletics and infrastructure—including the Jacobs School of Medicine relocation—and will return as faculty after stepping down as president at July's end.

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper’s Buffalo Blueway initiative has improved access to the revived Buffalo River + once declared ‘dead’ before restoration work began in the 1980s, the project now invites residents to enjoy the renewed waterway.

Messinger Woods Wildlife Care and Education Center volunteers advise locals to leave baby birds and other young wildlife alone when spotted outside nests, as they are learning to fly (parents remain nearby).

They ask that anyone unsure first call the center to ensure the animals stay with their families.

Buffalo's public pools have dwindled over the past decade so that only Cazenovia Pool remains open year-round for swim lessons.

City officials plan to seek state and federal grants to boost lifeguard training and expand access this summer (a move to break a cycle of neglect).

The FDA now allows one California company to sell fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adult use — including mango, blueberry and two menthol flavors — using a digital age-gating system to block underage buyers.

Costco is expected to open this fall in Amherst at the former Tony Roma's site on Ridge Lea Road + some residents have expressed concerns over potential traffic increases as construction continues on the area's first store.

GROSH Video Release at Sportsmen’s Tavern

8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $12 online + $20 at the door — Celebrate the release of GROSH's new video with an evening of music and fun.

In Flames Concert with Meet & Greet

7:00 PM - 11:59 PM — Town Ballroom — VIP packages available — Experience an electrifying performance by In Flames and exclusive meet & greet opportunities.

Eagle Rock Gospel Singers Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience the uplifting sound of a Los Angeles gospel/Americana band.

57th Annual Conference on African Linguistics (ACAL 57)

May 20-22 — University at Buffalo (North Campus) — Registration required — Engage with leading scholars on diverse topics in African linguistics.

Songwriters Night at Nietzsche's

7-10:30 p.m. — Nietzsche's — $15 Cover — Experience an evening of captivating performances by four talented songwriters from diverse musical backgrounds.

Highly Suspect Concert

7-8 p.m. — Electric City — $63-$168 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Highly Suspect in an intimate Buffalo venue.

Dance Gavin Dance Concert

5:30-8 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night with Dance Gavin Dance and support from The Fall Of Troy, Wolf & Bear, and NOVELISTS.

Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience

4-7 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the magic of Pink Floyd's iconic sound in a classic rock setting.

Gnocchi, Pasta & Risotto Cooking Class

6-9 p.m. — Artisan Culinary Loft — $115 — Learn to make classic Italian dishes including gnocchi, cavatelli, and risotto in this immersive cooking class.

Lespecial Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience an engaging night of music with Lespecial in a lively venue.