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North District Councilman Joe Golombek is seeking a two-year moratorium on new data center construction in the City of Buffalo. Golombek tells us why the extra year is needed and what his concerns are.

It was hard to watch at points, but the Bills ultimately did enough to win Sunday against the LA Chargers. WGR's Sal Capaccio recaps the win that puts the Bills at 3-0.

Today Susan is off and Brian discusses what the significance of AOC coming to Buffalo is as well as previewing Sunday's matchup between the Bills and Chargers.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is in Buffalo Thursday to meet with Sean Ryan and organize inactive voters. Is there another reason she's here though, beyond what's on her agenda? Republican political strategist Carl Calabrese tells us what he thinks.

With six weeks to go until election day, new polling shows Governor Hochul holds a 9 point lead over Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman. Siena Research pollster Steve Greenberg dives deeper into the numbers.

It's officially fall in Western New York! Meteorologist Andy Parker tells us when we should expect to see different colors popping up, what the air will feel like, and whether the Pacific El Nino will have any impact on us.

Can data centers be mutually beneficial? A recommendation from New York State believes so. Town of Tonawanda Supervisor John Flynn tells us how Governor Hochul's Community Investment Framework can shape the town's view on data centers.

Borderland Festival is back this weekend in East Aurora at Knox Farm State Park. Headliners include Alabama Shakes, Jack White and Lord Huron. Festival co-founder Jen Brazill tells us all about the three day festival.

The Bills will open up Highmark Stadium Thursday night against the Detroit Lions, a rematch from 2024 when Buffalo and Detroit combined for 90 points in a Bills win. WGR's Sal Capaccio gets us ready for game time.

The Buffalo Police Benevolent Association is beginning contract negotiations with the city after going 443 days without an agreement. PBA President John Davidson joined WBEN to talk about those discussions and why a new deal is needed.

Buffalo Common Council member Joe Golombek is proposing a two-year data center and cryptomining moratorium in the City of Buffalo. That proposal will be in front of city lawmakers Tuesday afternoon. Golombek spoke with Joe Beamer about why the pause is necessary.

The Bills went to Houston Sunday and left with their first win there in 20 years, 36-31 over the Texans. Bills beat reporter for WGR Sal Capaccio breaks down how the Bills were able to counter one of the league's best defenses to get to 1-0.

When America was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, Western New Yorkers were among those quick to respond in any way they could. Dr. Steve MacMartin, director of the Hilbert College Cybersecurity program, spent three decades in the Department of Homeland Security. In 2001, he was sent to Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan. He shared what that experience was like with WBEN.

After a researcher for Artificial Intelligence company Anthropic publicly shared his concerns about underestimating AI's capabilities, concern and confusion over the future of AI has been spreading fast. To better understand what threats AI poses, we checked in with cybersecurity expert Arun Vishwanath.

Paul Marzello is one stake holder in Buffalo's Old First Ward that is rallying against a Seneca One Stop gas station being built on Buffalo's waterfront near River Fest Park. He tells us the project goes against plans for the area that were drawn up in 2013.

The trial of accused child killer Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial late last week, leaving more questions than answered. What comes next? Local attorney Terry Connors joins WBEN with analysis.

As record rains poured down on Buffalo and surrounding suburbs, first responders and neighbors stepped up to help stranded motorists. Deputy Mayor Ben Swanekamp oversees public works. He filled us in on how Thursday night went and what work is still being done Friday and into the holiday weekend as flood cleanup continues.

About 900 survivors of clergy abuse will soon be receiving ballots to vote on a $326 million dollar settlement. Attorney Steve Boyd tells us there will be a 60-day window for voting and the case could potentially be over by the end of the year. He told us more about the process.

As kids head back to school, it's important to be hyper-aware of your surroundings on the road. State Trooper James O'Callaghan fills us in on some new laws designed to hold drivers accountable and cut down on potential tragedies as a new school year begins.

A week later, the impact of the renewed trade war between the US and Canada is still coming into focus. We spoke with Toronto Sun columnist Joe Warmington about how the US and Canada can mend fences and whether Canada will look elsewhere for a new trading partner.

Back-to-school jitters are normal for this time of year. Vice Chair of Psychiatry at UB, Dr. Michael Cummings, has tips for helping your kid manage their anxiety as another school year begins.

The 25th Anniversary of the National Buffalo Wing Festival takes over Sahlen Field this weekend! "The Wing King" Drew Cerza tells us what's new as wing makers from across the country come to town.

Thursday night will give the Bills' reserves and roster bubble players one last shot to show what they have before roster cut down day Sunday. WGR's Sal Capaccio tells us what to watch for as the Bills play one more game before the real thing in 17 days.

Phil Nanula is President & CEO at Essex Homes and President of the Buffalo-Niagara Builders Association. As tariffs target lumber and other building materials, Nanula tells us how his business and construction suppliers are preparing for whatever cost increases may come.

President Trump Tuesday morning posted to Truth Social that the US is considering renaming Lake Ontario "Lake America." We spoke with State Senator Rob Ortt, whose district includes the Lake Ontario shoreline in Niagara County, and Niagara Falls, ON Mayor Jim Diodati about the latest escalation in the trade war.