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On the WBFO Brief, a look at gun violence as it plays out in the City of Buffalo Mayoral campaign — and an in-depth report on Gov. Cuomo’s gun violence state of emergency. And we take a look at the Cayuga Nation of Indians' quest for a land of their own. And on every other Thursday, we are joined by Dr. Nancy Neilsen MD for her regular talk with Jay Moran about all things COVID-19.

Today's WBFO Brief is on vacation for the Indepence Day weekend.

In today’s WBFO brief, Congressman Brian Higgins says the Canadian government is choosing politics over science by resisting the reopening of the border (we later check in with correspondent Dan Karpenchuk for more from across the border). A Rochester lawmaker is raising concerns for the state’s Thruway service area renovations over one particular business lining up to be a tenant. Senator Schumer asks the Department of Justice to investigate the National Rifle Association for what he suggests is bankruptcy fraud. The rain didn’t stop many from enjoying the second day of the Taste of Buffalo. And there are concerns for another tick-borne illness in New York State.

Today on the WBFO Brief Albany correspondent Karen DeWitt looks at a growing controversy—whether some virtual meetings violate the state’s open meetings law. And get your first chance to hear from incoming Buffalo Toronto Public Media President and CEO Tom Calderone.Also, The Buffalo Roman Catholic official responsible for handling sexual abuse claims against priests-- retired auxiliary Bishop Edward Grosz-now faces sexual abuse allegations himself. And hear about a new training program for restaurant workers, and accelerated plans for a movie studio – and even a backlot- on Niagara Street.

Director Kyle LoConti takes us "behind the curtain" to talk about A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S WALK presented by Shakespeare in Delaware Park through August 12.

Today on the WBFO Brief, Governor Andrew Cuomo has declared a “border war” state of emergency to curb gun violence statewide. Also, the Williamsville school board discusses mask mandates as COVID eases. Correspondent Dan Karpenchuk reports on the new Governor-General in Canada — an indigenous woman who is now the Queen’s representative as Head of State. And hear from prominent WBFO alumni Eileen Buckley on her selection into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

Spirits and fools abound, abound. In today’s WBFO Brief, It’s Theater Talk Friday. Today, Peter Hall and Anthony Chase chat with Shakespeare in Delaware Park’s Kyle Conti, who’s directing a collection of scenes from "A Midsummer's Night Dream," scattered in various locations around the Rumsey Woods area of Delaware Park.Also today, Correspondent Karen DeWitt goes deep on Perdue Pharma’s settlement with New York State over their role in the nationwide opioid crisis. And a look at how extra child care credit money from the feds will help with foster care in greater Buffalo.

If it's Friday, It's Theater Talk. Also Pharoah at Buffalo Porchfest. But first, more community voices after accused Tops shooter Payton Gendron was indicted. Also, Rev. Al Sharpton , the latest from Albany with Karen DeWitt,

George Floyd's attorney Ben Crump takes up the case of a Buffalo shooting victim, The We Are Women Warriors group remembers shooting victim Kat Massey, Buffalo Schools remembers their dead employees, and a look at the Replacement Theory that has was apparently espoused by the gunman.

A Memorial Day anniversary related to 9/11, and the NYS Legislature is taking steps to preserve abortion rights, and enact gun control issues before the end of the session.