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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Families of crash victims lost loved ones in a Thruway bus accident and attorney Harry Forrest said they will likely file wrongful death and personal injury claims against the bus company and driver—passenger seatbelt use is under review and could lower damages if injuries worsened. WBEN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former Bills star Thurman Thomas said his minority-owned business 34 Group is gaining real-world experience as it works on interior projects—such as installing nearly 60,000 seats—at the new stadium in Orchard Park. The company has been on site for over a year and has already hired five new workers as it prepares for the stadium opening for the 2026 NFL season. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Local consignment stores are offering quality back-to-school items at affordable prices to help Buffalo families cope with rising costs. Stores like Kid to Kid and Bougie Buffalo let parents buy name-brand clothes or consign items for cash or store credit—providing a budget-friendly option this school year. ABC 7
- ➤ Six Flags Darien Lake is hiring over 200 workers for jobs such as ride operators, admissions, scare actors and security with applications accepted online and in person at the park's Human Resources building from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily — applicants must be at least 16 years old with paid training, and the park announced a 2026 Gold Pass promotion as well as Oktoberfest starting Aug. 30 and running on select days through Sep. 14. WGRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ruled Monday that Payton Gendron must face trial for federal firearm charges linked to the 2022 shooting at a Buffalo Tops store, which killed 10 Black people and injured three—his hate crime charges count as a violent crime that makes him eligible for the death penalty despite his ongoing life sentence on state charges. Spectrum News
- ➤ New York Governor Kathy Hochul is considering referring Erie County Sheriff’s chief D.J. Granville to the State Attorney General to probe an alleged cover-up—where Buffalo Police and the sheriff’s office reportedly concealed details of his hit and run crashes that damaged parked cars—after questions at an event on Monday, though no decision has been made. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NFTA said that the historic DL&W Terminal in the Cobblestone District will open for light rail riders this fall as part of a $57 million project that began in 2019. The upgrades add a new pedestrian walkway and art installations and improve safety along the Buffalo River — transforming the building into a modern transit hub. WBEN
- ➤ Several detainees in Buffalo dropped their federal petitions because they feared long, uncertain detention. Judge Vilardo blocked ICE moves like sending Arzou Hami to Iran and ordered the release of Oliver Eloy Mata Velasquez, while lawyers say miscommunication and lengthy holds are forcing vulnerable people to give up their legal claims — sparking fears of unfair treatment. The Buffalo News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse men's basketball will host an exhibition game against the UB Bulls on October 25 at 7 p.m. at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, and a preliminary contest between Daemen and Nazareth is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. while ticket presale begins today at 10 a.m. with public sale starting tomorrow at 10 a.m. Spectrum News
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UB40 Live in Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Artpark — Tickets available — Experience reggae/pop legends UB40 with hits like 'Red Red Wine' and special guest Inner Circle.
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National Buffalo Wing Festival
8 AM – 3 PM — Sahlen Field — Cost varies — Celebrate the Buffalo wing with delicious eats and festive fun in the birthplace of this iconic dish.
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Ani DiFranco Live Performance
6-8 PM — Terminal B — Ticket prices vary — Experience an intimate evening with the iconic singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco in Buffalo.
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Deftones Live Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with Deftones in Buffalo.
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Blackbird Concert at The Caz
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Caz — $24 — Experience the powerful Alter-Native Fusion of Blackbird, blending Native flute with contemporary rock.
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Vision Video Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ninth Ward At Babeville — Tickets starting at $50 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Vision Video in Buffalo.
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I Ask No One Festival featuring Josey Scott
7-9 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ticket purchase supports local suicide prevention — Celebrate music and community while raising funds for an important cause.
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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025
11 a.m. — Heim Middle School, Buffalo, NY — Registration fees apply — Get kids moving and engaged in a five-week running program promoting healthy lifestyles.
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General Business Networking Event - Elevate Your Potential
6-8 p.m. — Big Ditch Brewing Company — $20 — Network with industry professionals and elevate your career at Buffalo's premier networking event.
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43North Compass Career Fair
4-7 p.m. — Seneca One — Free entry — Connect with innovative startups and explore exciting career opportunities in Buffalo's thriving startup scene.
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