A New Morning

The cost of events in the City of Buffalo, like Sabres watch parties, is being scrutinized by city leaders. That's one issue, but what about security and other logistics? Security consultant and former BPD Commissioner Joe Gramaglia takes us behind the scenes.

Erie County Comptroller Kevin Hardwick wants to share the county surplus with Buffalo, Lackawanna and Tonawanda, but County Executive Mark Poloncarz doesn't support the idea. Also, how much will the county make off the stadium memorabilia sale? Hardwick responds to both.

It's a clash between two of the NHL's youngest and most explosive teams as the Sabres host the Canadiens in Game 1 of their 2nd round series. WGR's Brian Koziol previews the game.

It will be soggy, but it won't be raining as fans gather at Canalside to watch Game 1 between the Sabres and Canadiens Wednesday night. National Weather Service meteorologist Aaron Reynolds has the forecast.

GameStop has made a $56 billion offer to takeover eBay...but is it for real? Tech reporter Mike Dobuski tells us.

Sabres anthem singer Cami Clune has released a new version of the classic 'We're Gonna Win That Cup" for 2026 as the Sabres push forward in the playoffs. She tells WBEN how it came to be.

The puck drops on Round 2 Wednesday night in Buffalo as the Sabres host the Montreal Canadiens. Sabres Live host and former goalie Martin Biron previews the series.

The ceasefire in the Middle East is on the verge of collapse as tensions mount in the Strait of Hormuz. Also, D.C. lawmakers are keeping an eye on gas and energy costs. NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal tells us more.

Gas prices continue to rise as a stalemate in the Strait of Hormuz continues. Political analyst Steve Roberts looks at the potential political fallout of rising prices.

Tickets are about $370 and up for Game 1 and $450 for Game 2 as excitement remains high for the Sabres. VIPTix President & CEO Nick Giammusso tells us more about prices and availability.

The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Montreal Canadiens in the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. WGR's Paul Hamilton previews the series.

CBS' Jill Schlesinger looks at the markets.

Gina Lattuca with the SPCA talks about their donors and the animals currently at their shelter, while talking about todays News puppy Landon.

Ryan Hasenauer from Batavia Downs talks about the Kentucky Derby and how Batavia Downs becomes a hot spot during the event.

Andrew Peters, ex-Sabre and host of After the Whistle podcast, talks about the team being back in the playoffs and the city of Buffalo being a hockey town. Andrews also gives his expectations for Game 6.

Chris Zeisz from Russel's Tree and Shrub Farm LLC talks about waiting to plant in your garden or if you are planting trees as we start the month of May with cold weather.

WGR's Brian Koziol, pregame and postgame host for Sabres games, talks Game 6 of the Sabres vs Bruins playoff series and gives his thoughts on what the team needs to do to advance to the next round.

National Weather Service Meteorologist Tony Ansuini talks about the cold weather that is going to stick around for May

Crime and Terror Analyst Brad Garrett talks about the shooting from the White House Correspondents' dinner and the shooter's potential motivations.

O'Donnell & Associates Jack O'Donnell discusses the budget extensions that are coming out of Albany and what that means for the people of New York State.

Council Member Mitch Nowakowski gives an update on the former Adam's Mark Hotel and their finances. Nowakowski also gives his thoughts on new BPD Commissioner.

WEEI Bruins Reporter Scott McLaughlin gives his takes on the Sabres-Bruins series and what he likes seeing from the Bruins.

May 1st is the deadline to nominate companies for this year's Business Ethics Awards. Past winner Jeannette Kreher with Kreher Family Farms and Buffalo Niagara Business Ethics Association Treasurer Alison Romanowski tell us about the prestige of the award.

Buffalo's Common Council voted 5-4 Tuesday to confirm Erika Shields' appointment to Police Commissioner. University District Councilman Rasheed Wyatt explains why he voted yes.