Good morning, Buffalo.

Seneca Niagara Resort — nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for top casinos outside Las Vegas — is inviting local voters to cast their daily vote until noon on Aug.

25 as it earns its third consecutive nomination.

Tops and local seafood suppliers are preparing for new tariffs on imported seafood that may raise prices in August & cost businesses millions.

Tops invested in extra inventory while Sustainable Healthy Seafood in Holland plans for quarter 1 to use stored products & explore alternative sourcing options.

Yamilette Williams and Faith Morrison sued Buffalo Public Schools for millions claiming their 2014 firings over lacking in-state certifications breached their contracts—an eight-member jury rejected their claims after a weeklong trial.

Buffalo State University reported its structural deficit increased nearly $4M to $16.2M for fiscal year 2024-25 due to rising costs from new collective bargaining agreements and increased scholarship commitments amid a steep 43% drop in enrollment.

The university already implemented cost-cutting measures with voluntary separation buyouts and program cuts and plans further actions to balance its budget by fiscal year 2027-28 — efforts aimed at securing its long-term academic mission.

A report released Thursday said that poor care at the Batavia VA community living center helped cause a veteran’s death last year—his high blood sugar was not quickly reported to a doctor.

The inspector general made 10 recommendations to improve dementia and diabetes care after a separate report in September found delays in patient treatment at the Buffalo VA Medical Center.

Josh Allen wore the Bills' Super Bowl-era red helmet during practice as a tribute to the team’s final regular season at Highmark Stadium.

The red helmets—featuring blue and white striping—recalled the 1990s Super Bowl teams and saw Allen meeting fans and playing catch with children.

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.

Jackie Venson Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Buffalo Iron Works — Tickets from $40 — Experience a night filled with soulful music from Jackie Venson in a vibrant venue.

Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional

7-9 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Concert by Grammy-nominated bands — Experience a night of nostalgia with Goo Goo Dolls and Dashboard Confessional at their hometown venue.

Sunny Side - The Big Easy in Buffalo

6:30 PM - 12:30 AM — Duende at Silo City — Free entry — Experience live New Orleans music and culture in an outdoor setting.

Davey O. at Nietzsche's

8-11:55 p.m. — Nietzsche's — No cover — Experience local talent at the Songwriter Showcase and Buffalo's Longest-Running Open Mic Nite.

Anberlin Concert

8-10 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets from $69 — Experience the energy of Anberlin at Electric City in Buffalo.

TOAST - The Ultimate Bread Experience

7:30-9 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — $33 — Experience the top tribute to the iconic band Bread with a show that promises nostalgia and flawless performances.

Junior History Buffs

10 AM – 12 PM — The Longshed Building — Free entry — Dive into the interactive stories of the Erie Canal with friends at Canalside.

Molly Conrad with Bryan Dubay

7:30-11 p.m. — The Caz — $15 — Experience heartfelt indie-folk music with Molly Conrad and the emerging talent of Bryan Dubay.