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An Albany woman pledged her support to Islamic State and then talked with undercover federal agents about blowing up the New York State Capitol building, federal prosecutors allege.
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The White HousePresident Donald Trump has called it a "very fair deal" for both countries. -
Dallas TaylorHe was known, not just for timely and frequent saves, but also for making a beeline sprint from the tunnel to his goalmouth during team introductions.
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Supporters of one Buffalo Public Schools board member are celebrating after a sexual harassment investigation found no evidence to support the claims against him. -
State and federal agencies are expanding radiological testing into nine Southtowns communities after earlier surveys identified areas needing closer examination. -
Work is underway Wednesday in the City of Lockport, as the New York State Department of Transportation announced the start of a $5.5 million project along South Transit Street.
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On this episode of What’s Next?, Dr. Marcus Watson, Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Buffalo State University, discusses the history of Juneteenth, its significance in the American story, and why understanding this history remains important today.
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The US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first ever mRNA flu vaccine for ages 50 and up.
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This year, we've seen a greater number of measles cases than we saw in all of 2025 across the country. -
As school starts, a Niagara Falls teen shares her concussion experience and why concussion education and swift treatment matters for children, teens and young adults. -
The state law passed in May aims to prevent criminals from converting handguns into automatic weapons. -
A Bills home game jumped from fifth place last year to first place this year in terms of most costly. The study from The Action Network used average prices for four tickets, two hot dogs, two pops, two beers and parking. -
The Trump administration wants to slash regulations governing everything from curricula to medical screenings. Officials say the changes will save money, increase local control and participation.
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Why is the car race in this part of D.C.? Will it be streaming? Who's paying for it? Here's what to know before the Freedom 250 Grand Prix hits the National Mall this weekend. -
U.S. officials say the ever-growing population of wild horses that roam federal lands in Colorado is depleting natural resources. But some activists say efforts to remove the horses are inhumane. -
The USS Abraham Lincoln is now on its way home after spending nine months at sea. Experts weigh in on the mental-health challenges of prolonged confinement and isolation aboard an aircraft carrier. -
In dozens of states around the country, people are vandalizing, blocking and taking down Flock cameras. The surge in this type of activity underscores the growing resistance to this police surveillance technology. -
Experts warn Trump's transactional approach to alliance will erode political trust
Arts & Culture Beat
- Theater Talk: Final weekend for TAMING OF THE SHREW starring Sandra Roberts; Lisa Hinca stars at Desiderio's; Artie Award winning Katy Clancy remembered; David Bondrow to be remembered tomorrow at Lancaster Opera House
- Theater Talk: Curtain Up! Meg Quinn to get a star, David Bondrow memorial event at LOH on August 15, Shakespeare's TAMING continues as does Desiderio's FAMILY MURDER, Chautauqua presents August Wilson's HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED, live capture of FALLEN ANGELS coming.
- Theater Talk: Sandra Roberts and Derek Emerson Powell command Shakespeare in Delaware Park's TAMING OF THE SHREW with a very funny cast, AN OLD FASHIONED FAMILY MURDER continues as does Shawfest (see listings).
- Theater Talk: Shakespeare in Delaware Park's TAMING OF THE SHREW opens while FOOLS AND FOES continues in local parks (very funny). AN OLD FASHIONED FAMILY MURDER sends up every trope of the detective play at Desiderio's Dinner Theater, and this weekend you can see HADESTOWN (live film capture) in movie theaters.
Disabilities Beat
- Disabilities Beat: Advocates call out NY-21 candidate Anthony Constantino over controversial video
- Disabilities Beat: NYS Justice Center takes data-focus with new strategic plan
- Disabilities Beat: Buffalo celebrates 36th ADA anniversary with Disability Pride Festival
- New sensory trail opens at Chestnut Ridge Park, expanding accessibility options