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There's new questions about Buffalo Public Schools financial situation after an email was sent to the district informing schools that extra spending is being put on hold as the district looks to lower its deficit. School Board Member Larry Scott tells us what the total deficit is and what steps the district is taking to resolve it.

Buffalo's North District Council Member Joe Golombek is the latest lawmaker in Buffalo to share his dissatisfaction with Mayor Sean Ryan's proposed 25% property tax increase. Golombek tells WBEN he was "outraged" at the number and would like to see it come down. How far can it realistically drop, though? Hear what the Council Member had to say.

The city of Buffalo is in a $109 million hole, and Mayor Sean Ryan is getting aggressive to get the city out of that hole. He's proposing a 25% property tax hike for Buffalo residents while his administration also begins collecting fines and fees that had been ignored. Mayor Ryan breaks down his plan for getting the city out of financial peril.

Travel is easy at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, but the same can't be said at bigger airports across the US. Staffing shortages brought on by a partial government shutdown, weather and the spring break travel rush are compounding issues. Elizabeth Carey from AAA Western and Central NY tells us what to look out for if you have a trip planned.

The Seneca Babcock Community Association will soon be closed after losing its nonprofit status. Now, families in Buffalo's Lovejoy District will be looking for a new place to send their kids to daycare, while seniors will search for a new community center and food provider. Bryan Bollman is the Lovejoy District's representative in Buffalo's Common Council. He shared his thoughts on the closure wit...

Today Lucas Buckley fills in for Brian Mazurowski and discusses a cold 2026 St. Patrick's Day with Susan Rose

Fans of 8 college basketball programs will be in Buffalo this week as the March Madness basketball tournament takes over KeyBank Center Thursday and Saturday. Visit Buffalo President & CEO Patrick Kaler is looking forward to the economic benefits the tournament will bring to the city. He tells us more about expected ticket availability and when people will begin to arrive.

Buffalo's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will go off rain or shine this Sunday at 2. Daniel O'Sullivan is Grand Marshal of this year's parade. He joins WBEN to talk about his proud Irish heritage and what it means to lead the parade.

Two shows are beginning their tours in Buffalo this season at Shea's. The lineup for 26-27 is star-studded as Broadway producer Albert Nocciolino tells us what to expect.

A DHS shutdown is straining resources at airports across the country, causing longer lines at TSA checkpoints and overall travel chaos. AAA's Elizabeth Carey has tips for avoiding the hassle.

Riverdance is celebrating 30 years, and they're bringing the show to Shea's this coming weekend...which just so happens to be St. Patrick's Day weekend. Lead dancer Kieran Bryant - who's actually Australian! - tells us all that goes into the Irish dance performance.

Fighting continues in the Middle East for a second week as oil and gas prices soar across the US. Depending on how long the war goes we may see other everyday necessities impacted. CBS' Jill Schlesinger takes a look ahead.

A harsh winter took its toll on WNY's gardens, lawns, shrubs and trees, but changing weather means it's time to bring your pride and joy back to life. Chris Zeis from Russell's Tree & Shrub Farm has tips for restoring your hard work as spring approaches.

Natural gas prices as a whole remain steady in the U.S. as costs jump across the globe due to fighting in the Middle East. Why are New Yorkers sill paying some of the highest energy prices in the nation, then? NOCO President & COO Michael Casciano tells us.

New polling from Siena College shows Governor Hochul's lead on GOP challenger Bruce Blakeman is shrinking, but by how much? Also, respondents give interesting, bipartisan replies when given unattributed quotes. Pollster Steve Greenberg tells us more.

There's no telling how long fighting in the Middle East will last, though gas prices rising is almost certain. Patrick De Haan, oil price analyst at GasBuddy, breaks down when Western New Yorkers can expect to see prices at the pump go up. Also, why are gas prices so volatile in the first place? De Haan has answers.

The U.S. and Israel launched devastating attacks against Iran over the weekend that killed Iran's Supreme Leader and wiped out military infrastructure. Medal of Honor recipient David Bellavia reacts to the strikes and says it's a show of US military superiority over its enemies.

Rosanna Berardi is an immigration attorney at Berardi Immigration Law. She joined WBEN Friday to give her expertise on the case, which has drawn widespread backlash locally and nationally.

Downtown Buffalo's Market Arcade Cinemas closed on New Year's Eve, but just two months later new owners are bringing the theater back to life. Joe Masher is Owner of Scene One Entertainment. He tells us about some exciting plans for the theater once its doors re-open.

After a three week Olympic pause, the Buffalo Sabres are back on the ice tonight as they take on the New Jersey Devils. Brian Koziol, pre- and post-game host on WGR550, catches us up on the top storylines surrounding the team as the homestretch of the season begins.

There's been few new leads in the search for Nancy Guthrie, who's been missing for nearly a month. The Guthrie family is now offering a $1 million reward. Is it too late though? Former Buffalo FBI agent Peter Ahearn tells us what he thinks.

A powerful snowstorm is slamming parts of the northeast Monday, including New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.. Many flights from Buffalo to those cities have either been delayed or canceled and a domino effect is expected. There's also unrest in Mexico following the killing of a cartel leader that is interrupting travel. Elizabeth Carey from AAA of Western & Central New York tells us...

The City of Buffalo received $1 million that will go towards its lead pipe replacement project. How far will that million go? Also, Gov. Hochul puts $40 million for Buffalo in the state budget. Fillmore District Councilman Mitch Nowakowski answers our questions.

If you're hoping for a bigger return on your taxes this year you might be in luck. We checked in with 'The Tax Lady' Esther Gulyas to learn more about what returns are looking like across the country and what new laws could mean for your refund.

Facing a tight schedule this Ash Wednesday? Calvary Episcopal Church in the Village of Williamsville has a creative solution with Ashes to Go. Father Robert Harvey tells us about the reaction over the last 10 years from visitors and how he's encouraging people to put things in perspective during Lent.