Good morning, Buffalo.

The daughter of a 2015 Emanuel AME Church massacre victim is in Buffalo today to speak against the death penalty and advocate for life without parole (she plans to meet with affected family members).

Douglas Development got approval from the City Zoning Board to install a Gatorade banner featuring Josh Allen on the historic Statler building in downtown Buffalo.

The banner is set for Sept. 25 (its second display since 2024) and will be up for two weeks.

Metallica will perform with Limp Bizkit and Avatar at the new Highmark Stadium on June 8 as part of the M72 World Tour.

Buffalo Bills PSL holders will start a presale on Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.—tickets are limited to six per account.

Four candidates are vying to lead the Student Association for the 2026—27 year after the previous president resigned.

Elections open Monday at 9:00 a.m. and close Friday at 4:00 p.m. as candidates aim to boost student engagement and improve SA operations.

The Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship opened its new downtown Buffalo location on Wednesday, hosting a ceremony that launched programs for about 75 students and marked a $30 million investment in a former Buffalo News building, which aims to connect Buffalo’s and Rochester’s business communities.

UB Police are planning a 60-day pilot to install 20 Flock cameras on campus to monitor vehicle incidents, though details remain unsettled.

Some students call the plan invasive & raise privacy concerns while a few support it for improved safety.

The Erie County Sheriff's Office released new traffic routes ahead of tonight's Bills home opener at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, detailing changes such as Abbott Road closing at 2:15 p.m. and one-way traffic on Big Tree Road to ease exit after the game.

Union healthcare workers held an informational picket outside Sister’s Hospital on Main Street, urging Catholic Health to address a contract dispute over low wages + lack of childcare benefits while negotiations, stalled for 20 weeks, will resume Oct.

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The Disabilities Beat reported that a Niagara Falls family remains unrelocated after toxic chemicals were found in their yard, and local first responders continue to face mental health challenges from 9/11; Roswell Park broke ground on expanding cancer screening and outreach with a new mobile lung screening van.

A local guide encourages students and residents to use their cars to explore regional attractions from pay-what-you-wish art museums, discounted botanical gardens and diverse eateries.

It details spots like the Buffalo AKG Museum, art centers and Niagara-on-the-Lake—ideal for day trips and campus breaks.

Construction began at Walden Galleria for a 67,000 sqft IKEA store — taking over the former Sears and Sears Auto Center space near the Apple Store — with an opening planned for Spring 2027.

This will be the first IKEA in Western New York.

A Grand Island property that once housed Fantasy Island is now listed for nearly $5 million and includes 75 acres, 53 buildings, and about 50 rides, including the Silver Comet wooden roller coaster.

A former employee hopes future buyers preserve the park legacy — some passholders still await refunds.

Coach George Halcovage III led the Bulls from a 4-27 record to 17-15 last season and earned a contract extension through 2030, reinforcing his plan to rebuild the team in Buffalo.

He also boosted support through the 716 Club (which raised $500K) and recruited promising transfers like J.J. Starling.

Buffalo Bills superfan Del Reid said the new Highmark Stadium will host a prime-time game against the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in Orchard Park.

He noted that the design offers fans closer views and creates a year-round community space around the Family Circle (a nod to team history).