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A vote is expected soon for President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," which could cost New York thousands of jobs. It has Senator Chuck Schumer joining with local businesses to press the importance of solar tax credits. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Depending on the neighborhood, the number of early voters in the Buffalo mayoral primary was either fairly steady, or very quiet. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

One topic became a priority: President Donald Trump’s tariffs and how they’re affecting people on both sides of the border. btpm.org/from-btpm-npr-…

Based on the hundreds who took part in the Juneteenth parade, and the thousands who lined Genesee Street to watch last Saturday, Buffalo loves its celebration. As for the national holiday this upcoming Thursday, sentiments are mixed. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Anchoring the program will be two BTPM NPR journalists, joined by two independent political analysts. Below are the bios for the four members of the studio panel. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

A life-size cardboard cutout of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen was stolen from Niagara SPCA, and they want him back - "No judgment. No questions." btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

The final debate before next Tuesday’s primary started off relatively relaxed, then took a complete 180 with candidates vying to get in the final personal attack on each other. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

“Two world wars and the sinking of the Titanic have happened more recently than when we've redrawn these lines," Assemblymember Jon Rivera said. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

"My concern is now for the safety of the people that do attend this that I can't ensure that safety anymore," Mayor Patrick Mang said of the annual Kenmore Days festival. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Due to misinformation, some concerned Kenmore residents and business owners thought the village board was voting to ban or severely limit outdoor dining and music. Turns out, the board was actually looking to loosen a 2004 law. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Five Buffalo mayoral candidates faced tough questions from disabled residents on mental health and policing at a recent forum - highlighting challenges the next mayor will have to confront head-on. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Standing outside the Buffalo Grand Hotel, Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon has announced that the city of Buffalo will start the initial steps to take ownership of the building, which has sat vacant since 2020 and suffered intense fire damage in late 2021. BTPM NPR will have more on

Using a recently enacted state law, Buffalo has started “Article 19” proceedings against the hotel’s ownership, Buffalo Grand Hotel Inc. - a move that could see the courts allow the city to take control of the property and then put it up for sale. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

As we celebrate Pride 2025, we're rewinding to one of our most powerful Pride episodes. Check out this encore of Group Chat to hear how pop culture, representation and safe spaces shaped the lives of queer youth in Buffalo and beyond. Join us at 10 a.m. Friday on BTPM NPR.

A just-completed feasibility study about the impact of Niagara Falls’ proposed Centennial Park has come back with economic impact numbers that easily exceeded what city leaders first envisioned. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

Many voters in Buffalo received unsolicited text messages this week going after Buffalo mayoral candidate, State Sen. Sean Ryan. BTPM NPR can reveal who is running and funding the committee behind the messages. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…

BTPM NPR is wrapping up it's LIVE Saturday "Candidate Conversations" interviews with Buffalo mayoral primary candidates. This Weekend Edition features two candidates: Councilman Rasheed Wyatt at 8:06 a.m., and Anthony Tyson-Thompson at 9:06 a.m.

The lots, pending council approval, will be sold for $1,000 as long as the buyer will build an affordable single-family home, extend a backyard or plant a garden — among other options. btpm.org/local/2025-06-…