Holly Kirkpatrick

Buffalo Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year was put under the microscope Monday. The Buffalo Fiscal Stability Authority noted several issues including a lack of reserves for unexpected spending needs and uncertainties surrounding projected revenue.

The city's top financial auditor expressed concerns about the "financial tightrope" of the Scanlon administration's proposed budget.

The site of the former Westwood Country Club is set to be transformed into a new public green space complete with a nine-hole golf course and space for recreational activities.

Scanlon, who is currently the city’s acting mayor, has long been supported by both unions in the form of campaign donations for common council.

Buffalo Police Commissioner Alphonso Wright was summoned to the Common Council’s Police Oversight Committee Thursday over the department’s ongoing internal investigation into an incident involving Erie County Sheriff's Chief of Narcotics and Intelligence, Daniel "DJ" Granville.

Buffalo Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon’s proposed budget outlines plans to fill a projected $70 million budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, including a proposed 3% hotel occupancy tax and the sale of four city-owned parking ramps. But it’s the proposed property tax increase that has people talking.

Buffalo's Acting Mayor, Chris Scanlon, said the proposed tax increase is necessary to help fill a projected budget deficit of $70 million for the 2025 to 2026 fiscal year.

Seven new Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) will be placed in patrol cars to enhance the emergency response capabilities of the department.

Reciprocal tariffs on imported goods are set to start Wednesday, and tariffs on auto imports and most auto parts are set to start Thursday.

The Broadway market is hosting an Easter sneak peek this weekend. The event will give shoppers an early opportunity to explore dozens of vendors offering traditional Easter favorites, unique gifts, and holiday essentials.