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After months of speculation, Republican Elise Stefanik officially announced her candidacy for New York governor Friday against incumbent and Democrat, Kathy Hochul.
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UPS and FedEx will ground their fleets of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes "out of an abundance of caution" following a deadly crash at the UPS global aviation hub in Kentucky. -
The high court decision allows a lower court time to consider a more lasting pause. The Trump administration is appealing an order to fully fund November food aid for millions of people. -
James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA has died at age 97. He was a scientific superstar until he made racist remarks that made him an outcast. -
At one food pantry in Boston, the spike in demand means there's now a two-week wait for some to receive food, stressing needy families as well as pantry staff. -
The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
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Stefanik has traveled the state for months, meeting with GOP leaders as she laid the political groundwork. -
Each year, toys are inducted into the hall of fame at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester. -
In promoting his roughly $580 billion budget, Canadian prime minister Mark Carney said its aim is to address the uncertainty of global trade and the effects of U.S. tariffs on the Canadian economy. -
According to unofficial election results, Prop 1 was approved by about 46% of voters, while more than 12% left the ballot question blank. -
It was a bright red spot on a night when Democrats scored wins in nearby New York City and New Jersey. -
Democrat Shawn Lavin defeated Republican challenger Dan Gagliardo in a spirited race for Amherst Town Supervisor, while his party scored wins in the race for two seats on the town board.
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With the Haudenosaunee's annual flag raising at Buffalo City Hall now in its third year, members of the Seneca Nation say the effort plays an important role in the recognition of their culture. -
Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan announced his transition team Thursday. The team of more than 65 local leaders are tasked with leading the search to fill more than 70 appointed positions in City Hall. -
It once looked like Republicans would double-down by winning both town council seats in Orchard Park, but now just five votes separate the race for that second seat.
Arts & Culture Beat
- Theater Talk: Author Terry Guest on OAK at Alleyway, CONSCIENCE delivers powerful performances at Jewish Rep, last weekend for URINETOWN with super choregraphy by Kristy Cavanagh. Click through and scroll down for complete listings through December.
- Theater Talk: So much talent on so many stages! THE GIRL IN THE WASHROOM by Bella Poynton (First Look/BUA at Canterbury Woods), COME FROM AWAY (MusicalFare at Shea's 710), and URINETOWN (2nd Gen at Shea's Smith) with more to tell next week.
- The Faces Behind the Fair: How BCAT’s Community Resource Event Brings Buffalo Together
- Theater Talk: Hear Anthony's amusing family trip for DAMN YANKEES, THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR, and more! Meanwhile, there are plenty of local openings (click through for listings).
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