Good morning, Buffalo.

After Sumitomo closed its Town of Tonawanda tire plant, local manufacturers Steel and O'Brien and ReTech hired former workers to fill production roles + the companies are expanding to meet demand in data centers and high-temperature equipment manufacturing.

Rickey M. Crouch, 49—a Buffalo man with a history of alleged domestic violence—has been indicted for the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend Amanda Thompson, who was killed shortly after midnight on July 17 on South Ogden Street, and he was later arrested after a police pursuit on the Thruway ended in a car crash while he remains held without bail.

Officials unveiled a new sign this morning to mark the Italian Festival’s 50th year — the festival will begin next week.

Buffalo's 54th annual Grease Pole Festival kicked off Friday at 261 Swan St with live music, food trucks, and family fun—teams climbed a 35-foot greasy pole to grab a sausage for a $2,000 prize.

Participants must be 21 or have a parent's or legal guardian's consent—this event honors the Puerto Rican community in the area.

Buffalo drivers will face road closures this Sunday morning for the annual SkyRide event.

NYSDOT announced that parts of the Skyway and I-190 ramps will be closed from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. — some on-ramps close at 10 a.m. — as GoBike Buffalo plans a 13-mile ride with about 1,500 riders expected.

Paula’s Donuts has partnered with Sweet Buffalo for its Pink Summer campaign—starting Aug.

1, customers can order a Pink Punch for a Purpose drink and pink doughnut to fund October’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event—and a preview was held at its Transit Road location.

Buffalo Bills will hold their Return of the Blue and Red practice at Highmark Stadium on August 1 at 5:30 p.m. Free tickets for the event will go live online from 10 a.m. Friday — inventory is limited and parking costs $5 on site — with all proceeds donated to support the Bills Foundation.

The Cold Stares with GROSH

8-11 p.m. — The Caz — $19 — Experience the gritty rock of The Cold Stares alongside the electrifying fusion of GROSH in an unforgettable night of music.

Galbani Italian Heritage Festival 50th Anniversary

11 a.m.-9 p.m. — Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY — Free admission — Celebrate 50 years of Italian culture with food, entertainment, and community spirit.

Kraw Live Performance

9-11 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $20 — Experience Kraw's high-energy EDM performance that ignites the dance floor.

Teen Night

7 p.m. — El Coquito — Ticket information available — A safe and fun event for teens to vibe and dance without alcohol.

Run Katie Run Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $15 tickets — Experience heartfelt roots-rock fused with country, bluegrass, and pop by powerhouse vocalist Katie Coleman.

New Bomb Turks Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets available — Experience the electric sounds of punk rock legends New Bomb Turks as they tear through a high-energy performance.

Live Band Karaoke: Pop and Top 40 Edition

10:00 PM — Rec Room — $7.73 — Belt out your favorite hits with a live band in this fun karaoke event for ages 21 and up.

Eric Weinholtz Live Performance

4-7 p.m. — Flying Bison Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy a solo acoustic set by roots musician Eric Weinholtz, blending soul, blues, and country tunes.

Run 716

7:16-11:16 a.m. — Flying Bison Brewing Co — Check registration for fees — Experience a delightful day of running and local brews at Buffalo's 15k Race & Relay.

Graham Nash Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Babeville — Tickets available — Experience the sweet sounds of folk rock legend Graham Nash.