Politics & Government
Politics & Government
Some facts, observations, and heard-on-the-streets
Summer seems to finally be here, so it’s time for a primary election. Tuesday, June 23rd is the date. The key primaries in Western...
Politics & Government
Site of fatal fire heading to housing court
A UB student died last year of injuries sustained in a fire in an attic bedroom later deemed "illegal." Landlord Joseph Parlato...
Politics & Government
“Red-boxing” in the 149th District Assembly race
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Karen Hoak’s “red-box” video, downloaded from her campaign website.
If you click the play arrow on the video above, you’ll be treated to one full...
Politics & Government
Governor Hochul Delivers Remarks at the African American Clergy and Elected Officials Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5ONRcGtgEo
Politics & Government
New York State Senate Session – 06/04/2026
Let New York State Senators hear your voice! Create a nysenate.gov user profile and set custom alerts for issues you care about,...
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Fact Check
The NRSC’s Weak Ties Between Brown and Deadly Interstate Crash in Ohio
In the Ohio Senate race, a Republican ad blames...
Politics & Government
No discipline for no-show Buffalo cops
A Buffalo Police Department surveillance camera. Photo: J. Dale...
National News
“Who Paid, Who Gained”: Juan González on How Chicago Funded Real Estate Instead of Social Services
A team of researchers led by Democracy Now!’s Juan...
Activism
Nominations Open for 2026 SMART Youth Mental Health Impact Awards
Nominations are being accepted for six Mental Health Impact Award categories ahead of the 2nd Annual SMART Youth Mental Health Summit in Buffalo on Sept. 16, 2026. The awards will recognize individuals, teams and grassroots groups helping improve mental health outcomes across Western New York.
Sports
GAME RECAP: Buffalo Bisons at Rochester Red Wings 8/30/26
On a rainy Sunday afternoon at ESL Ballpark, the Rochester Red Wings hit four home runs against the Buffalo Bisons, and despite a four-run sixth inning,…
