Chris Scanlon

The first wave from the Department of Government Efficiency review of all federal office space leases has found the impact on Western New York to be lesser than some other regions. But, as a cautionary note, more DOGE reviews are underway, and the complete impact of any local office space reduction could run deeper.

As his mayoral campaign continues, State Senator Sean Ryan has pledged that should he win the general election, he will bring more transparency to Buffalo City Hall while also weeding out any potential conflicts of interest. All are part of Ryan’s “Integrity First Plan” he unveiled today in the shadow of City Hall.

Buffalo has a history of promises aimed at the city's pothole problem. Multiple mayors, and even governors, have set high goals fueled by ambition and hope.

“Partnerships” was a term Acting Buffalo Mayor Chris Scanlon used several times while assessing his State of the City and his vision for Buffalo. From snow removal efforts, to support for Buffalo Public Schools, to providing much-needed mental health services.

Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon will deliver his State of the City Address from Common Council Chambers on Thursday, starting at 5:30 p.m. It will be carried live on 88.7 FM and wbfo.org.

Every one of the nine speakers at the Salvation Army’s “Hope of Main” groundbreaking lauded the $100 million-plus project as transformative and, in a large respect, long overdue.

State Senator Sean Ryan took a big step forward in the race for Buffalo mayor, securing the Erie County Democratic Committee endorsement in overwhelming fashion. However, in a crowded field with 4 candidates with distinct different advantages how much of an advantage does he or any candidate have so far in this race?

WBFO’s “What’s Next?” will conclude its sit-down series with the major candidates for the upcoming Buffalo Mayoral Election this Wednesday, February 26th at 10:00 am. The final installment of the series will feature the person currently leading City Hall.