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Buffalo's Common Council will vote on a budget today, but whether Mayor Ryan's proposed $681 million budget or an amended version is enacted is still to be decided. North District Councilman Joe Golombek tells us where negotiations are at and what he plans to ask for Tuesday afternoon.

The Buffalo Naval Park will be hosting events all Memorial Day Weekend honoring the nation's fallen heroes. Brian Luallen, park President & CEO tells us what's planned through Monday.

Buffalo's School Board unanimously passed a $1.4 billion budget for next school year Wednesday night. The budget includes a multi-million dollar investment in special education, though it also calls for the closure of multiple schools. Board member Larry Scott shared his reaction with WBEN.

Districts in Western New York with open school board seats are just a few out of many across the state facing the same problem. David Albert from the New York State School Boards Association says it's a concern every year. What's causing the shortage? David tells us.

It was an all too familiar end for Buffalo sports fans Monday night - an overtime loss to knock the Sabres out of the playoffs. It brought a remarkable season to a screeching halt. Sabres beat reporter for WGR Paul Hamilton recaps the game.

It's Game 7, winner take all between the Sabres and Canadiens tonight at KeyBank Center. Whoever wins goes on to play Carolina in the Eastern Conference Final. Sabres play-by-play man Dan Dunleavy gives his take prior to puck drop.

The weather is finally changing over as we head toward the 70s this weekend. Meteorologist Andy Parker has more good news in his extended outlook.

The 5/14 Memorial Commission continues to take steps toward building the permanent, physical memorial at the corner of Jefferson and Best in Buffalo. Rev. Mark Blue, Commission Chair, tells WBEN a construction manager has been named and groundbreaking is set for sometime this year.

Peter Baker is owner of Can Bottle Return in Hamburg. He's part of a coalition pushing for New York to update its bottle bill, which has been the same for more than 40 years. Baker tells us about the changes that need to be made and why.

Want to go to the first game at the Bills' new stadium? Get ready to fork over $650+ for the cheapest seat in the building. Nick Giammusso expects prices to stay high throughout the entire first season at the stadium. He has more insight on what the secondary market is looking like.

State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli Friday released his office's findings on the City of Buffalo's financial situation. The review found the City relies too heavily on non-recurring transactions and needs to establish a reserve fund, among other issues. Ellicott District Councilwoman Leah Halton-Pope shares her reaction.

Thursday was a strange day in Albany as Governor Hochul announced the framework of a budget deal. The only problem is there isn't actually a deal. Albany insider Jack O'Donnell of O'Donnell & Associates tells WBEN there's still lots that needs to be worked on before the budget is finalized.

The Sabres are in the driver's seat in their second round series with the Montreal Canadiens after a 4-2 win Wednesday night. WGR's Paul Hamilton recaps the game.

Erie County has surplus funds, but where will they go? County Executive Mark Poloncarz wants to use them for lawsuit settlements. Comptroller Kevin Hardwick wants to split it three ways, including with the cities of Buffalo, Lackawanna and Tonawanda. Hardwick has more detail on the matter, which will be discussed by the Legislature Thursday.

It's Sabres vs. Canadiens in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Former Sabres goalie, now broadcaster, Marty Biron gives his thoughts on Montreal and tells us how this series will be different from Round 1.

The Sabres are on to the 2nd round, and ticket prices are still sky high as excitement builds. VIPTix President & CEO Nick Giammusso tells us about prices and availability.

4-30-26 Brian and Susan discuss a bill that could possible ban businesses from using biometrics.

Erika Shields will be Buffalo's first female police commissioner after the Common Council voted 5-4 to confirm her appointment Tuesday. University District Councilmember Rasheed Wyatt is one of five on the Council that voted in favor of Shields. He told us more about his decision.

Disaster was narrowly avoided Saturday in the nation's capital after an attempted mass shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Dave Levinthal, Senior Editor for NOTUS, says it's business as usual for the administration as government duties resume.

Cole Allen, the suspected shooter at Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner, will be arraigned Monday. He was staying at the Washington Hilton as a guest, sneaking down to the hotel's ballroom before being caught by security. Could anything else have been done to prevent the close call? Security consultant and retired Buffalo Police Captain Jeff Rinaldo has expert analysis.