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Buffalo Common Council President Chris Scanlon talks about the city putting a pause on its tax on entertainment venues for running shows. Also, rumors are swirling that Mayor Byron Brown might leave office before the end of his term. What has Scanlon heard?

The Erie County Fair is here! CEO Jessica Underberg tells us about what's new. Also, what are some under the radar activities you should check out?

An EF1 tornado touched down on Buffalo's West Side Monday afternoon, causing more than $2.5 million in damage. Mitch Nowakowski lives near where the twister touched down. He told what he saw, when he realized it was an emergency and how cleanup is going.

The stock market continued to tumble early on Monday, but Michael Angelucci of Level Financial Advisors says it's not time to panic, and you shouldn't make any rash decisions. He says this isn't like what we saw in 2008. Angelucci shares more advice amid the market turmoil.

The Bills are back in Orchard Park for their annual "Return of the Blue and Red" practice. They've been at St. John Fisher University since the start of training camp. Sideline reporter Sal Capaccio talks about tonight's practice, as well as what the big storylines of camp have been so far.

Few foods are more satisfying than fresh corn. Eden offers up some of the highest-quality corn at its yearly festival. This's year's celebration gets started Thursday and runs through Sunday. Jeff Winter tells us all about it.

A celebration of comedy will be held in the birthplace of Lucille Ball, Jamestown, NY Thursday through Sunday at the National Comedy Center. Some of the top acts in comedy will be heading to Western New York for performances. Journey Gunderson, Executive Director at the Museum tells us more about what's happening at this year's event.

The KK Food Mart near Highmark Stadium was recently listed for sale, but no price has been listed. Is there opportunity for more development in the area? Also, would a hotel make sense near the new stadium? We spoke with Peter Hunt, President and CEO of HUNT Real Estate about the future of the area around the stadium.

The Buffalo AKG Art Museum has been named to TIME's 2024 list of the World's Greatest Places. For Visit Buffalo Niagara President & CEO Pat Kaler there couldn't be a higher honor. He tells us more about what the honor means for Buffalo.

Hertel Avenue will be bustling with Italian cuisine this weekend as the Galbani Italian Heritage Festival begins.. We spoke with Festival President Judy Porto-Fiorella about all that's happening at this year's celebration.

The Buffalo Bills are back at camp ahead of the 2024 season. WGR's Sal Capaccio is on sight. He tells us who the big performers were on the first day of camp.

Citizens Against Wind Turbines in Lake Erie is a community group that has been fighting for years a proposal to put wind turbines in the waters of Lake Erie. A recent incident where an off-shore turbine spread debris across beaches in Nantucket has prompted the group to hold a rally Wednesday afternoon. State Senator Pat Gallivan will be there.

The June 27th debate on CNN sparked a domino effect that has flipped the 2024 Presidential Race on its head. We spoke with Ted Lina from St. Joe's on how Biden's performance altered the course of his political career, and the country.

President Biden has given his endorsement to Kamala Harris after backing out of the 2024 election. Erie County Democratic Chairman Jeremy Zellner is one official with WNY ties throwing his support behind the VP.

A marquee event for cyclists in Buffalo returns this Sunday as the 10th annual SkyRide takes over the Skyway. Kevin Heffernan from GObike tells us about what's happening at this year's event.

David Bellavia had the opportunity to give a speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wednesday night. He details that experience, including what it was like to have to work with a teleprompter.

Old Home Days and Canal Fest are happening simultaneously in Williamsville and the Tonawandas, respectively. Rich Galmarini of the Jolly Boys, organizers of Old Home Days tells us what's happening this week at their annual event. Also, what's to see at Canal Fest? Deb Darling tells us.

Even if you can't contribute, Give 716 is still a great way to learn about amazing charities in our own backyard says former Sabres goalie Marty Biron. The annual tradition is back for a fourth year with 575 charities participating, a record for the annual campaign.

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are calling for national unity following the attempted assassination of Trump at a campaign rally on Saturday. How legitimate are those calls, though? Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy tells us his thoughts.

President Biden held court with the press for an hour Thursday night, but most pundits say his performance did little to sway detractors one way or the other. Republican Strategist Carl Calabrese gave us his thoughts on the presser.

Buffalo's Common Council has proposed new rules for the budget process following a hectic negotiation for next year's budget. Also, addressing housing in Buffalo. And as a delegate, what happens if President Biden pulls out of the race? Fillmore District Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski dives in to all three items.

Western New York will be washed out by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl Wednesday. Meteorologist Andy Parker tells us when to expect the worst weather, and where it will be most severe.

We're just just 6 weeks away from the Democratic National Convention, and questions still linger within the party over whether President Joe Biden should be their nominee come November. Peter Yacobucci, political science professor at Buff State, says at this point, replacing Biden "would be a mess" and welcome a legal crisis.

There'll be plenty of "rookies" at this year's Taste of Buffalo, including Pierogi Pete's. Christian Gueth tells us what's on offer this weekend and what it's like to be participating for the first time.

Fallout continues following President Biden's poor performance in last week's presidential debate. Republican political strategist Carl Calabrese gives his thoughts as the President faces mounting pressure from opponents to step aside.