Good morning, Buffalo.

Buffalo-headquartered M&T Bank became the Bills' third founding partner for the new stadium—set to open in 2026—and celebrated its 40-year support at a rally held at Seneca One.

The long-term deal makes M&T the team's Official Bank while the Bills will seek more founding partners before the new stadium is completed.

General Motors will invest nearly $900 million at the Tonawanda Powertrain plant—upgrading machinery, tools, and facilities—to build a new V6 engine and support 870 jobs, including 177 at risk.

The sixth generation engine will start in 2027—delivering improved performance, fuel economy, and lower emissions.

Two Buffalo natives Jordan Mackey and Bryce LeMay made a bold fashion statement at Cannes Film Festival—teaming up with Spike Lee to create a custom zoot suit tribute for Malcolm X’s 100th birthday and the film character Shorty from Malcolm X.

They will soon launch an official clothing collaboration with Lee that highlights their Buffalo roots and creative journey.

This summer, University at Buffalo’s June in Buffalo festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary with free concerts, lectures and performances in Buffalo.

Founded in 1975 by composer Morton Feldman, the festival will feature a talk on June 4 at 10 a.m. and an afternoon performance on June 6 at 2 p.m. at Baird Recital Hall (with a 3½-hour chamber work) and will conclude on June 7 at 6 p.m. at Silo City (showcasing new works by UB composition students).

Members of UAW Local 774 celebrated GM's announcement of an $888 million investment in the Tonawanda propulsion plant—set to support production of new V-8 engines in trucks and SUVs—and the work is expected to be completed in 2027.

A report from NYU’s Center on Race, Inequality and the Law finds that from January 2022 to March 2025, people of color were 32% less likely to be released on parole than white people—this gap is 72% worse than in the previous six years.

Attorney Tolu Lawal said the parole board now acts more like a resentencing body and that two state bills will help make parole decisions fairer.

Congressman Tim Kennedy and Legislator Taisha St. Jean Tard held a press conference Wednesday morning defending federal funds — over $100 million — for the Bailey Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project that will upgrade sidewalks, bus lanes, and stops on the East Side.

They warned that parts of a tax bill may risk the funding and urged senators to support the project so it can move forward.

Buffalo Bills tackle Dion Dawkins launched his new real estate partnership with Sinatra & Company Real Estate and broke ground yesterday on the Sinatra Shnow Opportunity Zone Fund—designed to convert a long-underutilized office building at 191 North Street in Allentown into 32 market rate apartments—while planning further adaptive reuse projects across the city.

Realtors in Buffalo warn homeowners to protect vacant property or land from deed theft.

They recommend using deed locks—checking county clerk services and verifying identities—as New York law in 2023 strengthened protections against such fraud.

The World Para Ice Hockey Championships returns to Buffalo this week at Harbor Center — the top eight sled hockey teams from around the world compete to improve their standings.

The Unlikely Candidates Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Rec Room — $27.47 — After Dark presents an evening with The Unlikely Candidates and special guests for an entertaining night out.

Grappling Industries Buffalo Tournament

9 AM – 11 PM — Kevin T. Keane Sports Park at Nardin Academy — Check the website for registration fees — Experience an exciting day of grappling competitions in the heart of Buffalo.

Simple Plan Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Terminal B — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic performance of Simple Plan at Buffalo Outer Harbor.

Wallows Live in Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Terminal B — Visit website for ticket info — Experience an exciting night of music with Wallows and special guest Porches.

Heart Attack Man Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Rec Room — Buy Tickets — Experience an electric performance by Heart Attack Man in Buffalo's vibrant music scene.

EXTC & XTC’s Terry Chambers & Friends Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Caz — $30 — Experience the iconic sounds of XTC live with original drummer Terry Chambers and his band.

Kevin Hall Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Caz — $25 — Experience a captivating evening of smooth jazz and R&B with award-winning saxophonist Kevin Hall.

Texas Hippie Coalition Concert

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rec Room — Buy Tickets — Enjoy a night of southern rock with Texas Hippie Coalition in Buffalo.

HireBuffalo Multi-University Alumni Career Fair

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Buffalo Marriott Niagara — Free entry — Connect with 80+ employers offering full-time jobs across all industries in the Buffalo-Niagara area.

Cake Parfait Baking Class

5-6:30 p.m. — Lexington Cooperative Market — Sold out — Learn to create delicious cake parfaits with layers of cake and creamy fillings.