BPS reverses course on school closures. by @Tsuj10 buffalonews.com/news/local/e...

After months of waiting, the Erie County Sheriff's Office has released its internal report on Chief of Narcotics Daniel "D.J." Granville's late- night West Side crash. by @aaronbesecker.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/c...

How big will the Buffalo's structural deficit be at the end of the fiscal year? It depends on who you ask. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper study finds that $79 billion worth of infrastructure across the region is at risk of flood damage without significant upgrades to shoreline protection. by Mackenzie Shuman buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

Wegmans is collecting biometric data from customers in its New York City stores. The company would not tell our Samantha Christmann whether they are using the technology in any Western New York locations. buffalonews.com/news/local/b...

Erie County Sheriff's narcotics chief Daniel "D.J." Granville will repay the county $75,000 for the damage to his county-owned pick-up truck in the April 2024 crash in which he hit seven parked cars in Buffalo. by @sandratan.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

A Tonawanda City Court Judge has won a lawsuit claiming that the state's mandatory retirement age of 70 for judges is unconstitutional. by Stephen T. Watson buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

Gov. Kathy Hochul has set the special election to fill the state Senate seat vacated when Mayor Sean Ryan took office for Feb.3. by @robertgavinbn.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

The two teenagers convicted of killing a 3-year-old boy in a 2024 shooting were given the maximum prison terms on Friday.

Delaware District Common Council Member Joel Feroleto has been elected Common Council president by his colleagues.

From @justinsondel.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Introducing Behind the Lens, is a weekly look at how the award-winning staff photographers at The Buffalo News bring the news to life. In this first installment, Buffalo News photographer Joed Viera discusses his project on the Erie Canal's impact on Western New York.

The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is set to run the transition fund set up by Mayor-elect Sean Ryan. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

The Habitat Company, together with Duvernay + Brooks and BMHA affiliate Bridges Development, are transforming the aging housing project next to Canalside, replacing 616 apartments in the existing towers with 686 modern and mixed-income housing units. buffalonews.com/news/local/b...

Mayor-elect Sean Ryan pushes to fill leadership positions as inauguration day approaches. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Mayor-elect Sean Ryan announces four department head appointees. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Too soon! “Patriot Way” once again obstructing Buffalo Bills’ path to glory. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/688...

A fantastic review of Ontario's two-Michelin star restaurant Pearl Morissette, less than an hour's drive from Buffalo. by @chessabond.bsky.social with wonderful photos from @libbymarch.bsky.social buffalonews.com/life-enterta...

Mayor-elect Sean Ryan has tapped former BPD chief of detectives Craig Macy to serve as interim commissioner of the department while his team conducts a nationwide search for a permanent leader. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

The man accused of killing his girlfriend and infant son and setting their Elmwood Village apartment ablaze was found dead in the shower area of the county jail in Alden last night, an apparent suicide. by @aaronbesecker.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/c...

Federal prosecutors are seeking a 15-year sentence for Joseph Bongiovanni, the former DEA agent convicted of protecting drug traffickers. By Patrick Lakamp buffalonews.com/news/local/c...

The Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project has released a report on conditions in county jails compiled from interviews with more than 100 jailed and incarcerated people. by @AaronBesecker buffalonews.com/news/local/c...

Buffalo lawmakers are exploring a progressive tax or fees and fines for property owners who sit on property without maintaining or improving it. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

While Buffalo Public Schools has more than $400 million in reserves built up, significant structural deficits threaten to rapidly deplete that cash and school closures and layoffs will be necessary to balance future budgets. @tsuj10.bsky.social explains: buffalonews.com/news/local/e...

Mayor-elect Sean Ryan has a tough hill to climb to get the city's finances in order, all while also needing to deliver on a long list of campaign promises. Still, he is optimistic as he prepares to take office next year. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Environmentalists slam Hochul, say they were silenced at hearing on All-Electric Buildings law buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

You can help Bolts continue to provide crucial coverage of local elections. Here's how: - Repost this = I donate $1. - Follow @boltsmag.org = I donate $1. - Donate (link below) + tell me how much = I match your donation. (Donate monthly = I match a year's worth)

My latest:

Our food reporter went on a Tom and Jerry tour to six restaurants to find out what Tom and Jerry season is about. https://buffalonews.com/life-entertainment/local/food-drink/article_3c2ac5b7-29b2-4ffc-8e42-79689c6d8ce6.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

Last year, we wrote about local 22 bars and restaurants that served Tom and Jerrys. Our 2025 list has grown to 26 spots. https://buffalonews.com/life-entertainment/local/food-drink/article_431a0057-fce6-4f6d-92e1-461e1485225f.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

Dion Dawkins is the Buffalo Bills' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Dawkins is now a four-time nominee: buffalonews.com/sports/bills...

The Erie County Sheriff's Office has their new helicopters, but the controversy around their purchase continues. by @sandratan.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

The man accused of starting a fire in his apartment, killing his girlfriend and their 4-day-old son has been granted an extension to decide if he will pursue a psychiatric defense. by @aaronbesecker.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/c...

The city is seeking a new operator for the Erie Basin Marina and the adjacent restaurant spaces with a Request for Qualifications due this week. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

With many financial challenges ahead, will a hard control board return during Mayor-elect Sean Ryan's first term? Ryan, Council Members and control board leadership all want to avoid it. buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

"Sometimes it takes some time." More on #Buffalo #Sabres goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who's expected to start again tonight in Pittsburgh, finding a groove: www.buffalohockeybeat.com/consistent-a...

NYAG Letitia James and 19 other states are suing the Trump administration over new restrictions on the use of funding for homelessness programming. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Ischua Creek is once again safe to fish in, according to a statement from the state Department of Environmental Conservation.

Erie County Water Authority ratepayers will see another rate increase this year. by @sandratan.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

The gift will help FeedMore WNY, the Buffalo City Mission and Friends of the Night People.

After road salt shortages last year, WNY streets departments are working to make sure they have enough this winter. by Stephen T. Watson buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

ICYMI: Deidre Williams details the progress on the African American Heritage Corridor. buffalonews.com/news/local/a...

Mayor-elect Sean Ryan, a veteran of the state Legislature, is in Albany this week, laying the groundwork for an ask for more state assistance as he works to dig Buffalo out of its financial hole. by @robertgavinbn.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/state-r...

All of Western New York GOP chairs and state legislators back Stefanik ... except one buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Famous Doughnuts is closing after 87 years. The 99-year-old D&L Bakery and 68-year-old German Wolter’s Bakery also closed this year. What does the community lose when its oldest bakeries close? buffalonews.com/life-enterta...

While many restaurant owners avoid expressing political views, some in Western New York are stepping out in that limb. by @chessabond.bsky.social buffalonews.com/life-enterta...

As the court battle over borrowing between the comptroller and mayor's offices drags on, Mayor Christopher Scanlon is proposing borrowing for next year that far exceeds the comptroller's debt cap limit. My latest: buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

ICYMI: Here's my breakdown of what to expect in the marathon of elections this year to replace mayor-elect Sean Ryan in the state Senate's 61st district. buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Buffalo Mayor-elect Sean Ryan names transition team, pledges patronage-free administration via @justinsondel.bsky.social buffalonews.com/news/local/g...

Elise Stefanik declares run for governor, slams Hochul buffalonews.com/news/article...