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NEW TONIGHT: The New York State Department of Transportation reports the Skyway (Route 5) will reopen at midnight tonight. Additionally, all restrictions on empty trucks and trailers in Western New York will be lifted at midnight. (Image: screen capture from NITTEC)
November 28, 2025 at 2:02 AM
NEW TONIGHT: The New York State Department of Transportation reports the Skyway (Route 5) will reopen at midnight tonight. Additionally, all restrictions on empty trucks and trailers in Western New York will be lifted at midnight. (Image: screen capture from NITTEC)
Make Turkey Confidential part of your holiday table this year. 🍂
Whether you need culinary rescue or just some kitchen company, BTPM NPR has you covered. Tune in at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day.
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Whether you need culinary rescue or just some kitchen company, BTPM NPR has you covered. Tune in at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day.
🔊 Listen your way: Tune in to 88.7 FM, or stream on BTPM.org or the BTPM Listen app.
November 27, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Make Turkey Confidential part of your holiday table this year. 🍂
Whether you need culinary rescue or just some kitchen company, BTPM NPR has you covered. Tune in at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day.
🔊 Listen your way: Tune in to 88.7 FM, or stream on BTPM.org or the BTPM Listen app.
Whether you need culinary rescue or just some kitchen company, BTPM NPR has you covered. Tune in at 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Day.
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High winds will be rolling in this afternoon, with lake effect snow to follow tonight. Be sure to follow BTPM.org for updates and information on the coming Thanksgiving holiday weather.
November 26, 2025 at 5:17 PM
High winds will be rolling in this afternoon, with lake effect snow to follow tonight. Be sure to follow BTPM.org for updates and information on the coming Thanksgiving holiday weather.
The budget includes plans to upgrade parks, community centers, city pools and libraries.
Council approves $94M in capital improvements for Buffalo
The budget includes plans to upgrade parks, community centers, city pools and libraries citywide.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:08 PM
The budget includes plans to upgrade parks, community centers, city pools and libraries.
The new winter storm scale website details snow impact levels by location, as well as snow totals by exit along the Thruway system in the area.
Erie County launches tool to help residents track winter storm impacts
The new winter storm scale website details snow impact levels by location, as well as snow totals by exit along the Thruway system in the area.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:45 PM
The new winter storm scale website details snow impact levels by location, as well as snow totals by exit along the Thruway system in the area.
Erie County Legislator John Bargnesi, a Democrat, introduced a bill back in June 2024 that would limit the offices of county executive, legislators, county clerk, district attorney, comptroller and sheriff, to serve a maximum of three four-year terms.
Bill proposing term limits for Erie County elected officials hits dead end
Erie County Legislator John Bargnesi (D) introduced a bill back in June 2024 that would limit the offices of county executive, legislators, county clerk, district attorney, comptroller and Sheriff, to serve a maximum of three four-year term...
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November 20, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Erie County Legislator John Bargnesi, a Democrat, introduced a bill back in June 2024 that would limit the offices of county executive, legislators, county clerk, district attorney, comptroller and sheriff, to serve a maximum of three four-year terms.
Firearms have been confiscated from a University at Buffalo student's home after a peer reported hearing alleged threats to "shoot up the school."
Guns removed from home of UB student who allegedly threatened school shooting
Firearms have been removed from the home of a University at Buffalo student who allegedly threatened to "shoot up the school," according to the university and state court filings.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Firearms have been confiscated from a University at Buffalo student's home after a peer reported hearing alleged threats to "shoot up the school."
With the City having to raid emergency funds to plug last year's budget deficit, Ryan said he'd met with state leaders Monday to "raise a red flag" and ask for help over Buffalo's finances.
Ahead of taking office, Ryan seeks state help for Buffalo’s budget woes
With the city having to raid emergency funds to plug last year's budget deficit, Ryan said he'd met with state leaders Monday to raise "a red flag" and ask for help over Buffalo's finances.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:01 PM
With the City having to raid emergency funds to plug last year's budget deficit, Ryan said he'd met with state leaders Monday to "raise a red flag" and ask for help over Buffalo's finances.
Here's everything we know so far about the ICE arrests in the Elmwood Village, Thursday.
ICE arrests draw protest outside Elmwood restaurant
Protestors said four individuals who work at Aguacates, a Mexican restaurant on Elmwood Ave., were detained by Homeland Security agents around 10 a.m. Thursday. BTPM has two sources who confirm this information.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Here's everything we know so far about the ICE arrests in the Elmwood Village, Thursday.
Before he hands over the reins to the incoming administration, Buffalo Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon has submitted a capital budget proposal to the Buffalo Common Council.
Scanlon proposes $94M capital budget for Buffalo ahead of leadership change
Before he hands over the reins to the incoming administration, Buffalo Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon has submitted a capital budget proposal to the Buffalo Common Council.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Before he hands over the reins to the incoming administration, Buffalo Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon has submitted a capital budget proposal to the Buffalo Common Council.
Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan says his transition team has received 500 job applications after just a few days.
'Overwhelming' response as Ryan team draws hundreds of applications for City Hall jobs
Buffalo's Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan says his transition team has received 500 job applications in as many days.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan says his transition team has received 500 job applications after just a few days.
Under the bill drafted by State Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt (R) and Amherst Town Supervisor-elect Shawn Lavin (D), National Guard troops who are deployed for 60 days or more on state orders would receive extra credit in civil service examinations.
Bill aims to give deployed National Guard members a boost on civil service exams
Under the bill drafted by State Minority Leader Robert Ortt (R) and Amherst Town Supervisor-elect Shawn Lavin (D), National Guard troops who are deployed for 60 days or more on state orders would receive extra credit in civil service examin...
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November 11, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Under the bill drafted by State Senate Minority Leader Robert Ortt (R) and Amherst Town Supervisor-elect Shawn Lavin (D), National Guard troops who are deployed for 60 days or more on state orders would receive extra credit in civil service examinations.
It’s a battle of the attack ads as Republican Elise Stefanik officially announced her bid for New York governor Friday in a video slamming Hochul. Hochul clapped back with an attack ad of her own.
Stefanik launches bid for New York governor, sparking early ad war with Hochul
After months of speculation, Republican Elise Stefanik officially announced her candidacy for New York governor Friday against incumbent and Democrat, Kathy Hochul.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:25 PM
It’s a battle of the attack ads as Republican Elise Stefanik officially announced her bid for New York governor Friday in a video slamming Hochul. Hochul clapped back with an attack ad of her own.
Less than 48 hours after winning the Buffalo mayoral election, Sean Ryan took his first major step to build his new administration Thursday as mayor-appointed jobs are now open and advertised online.
Overhaul in City Hall: dozens of jobs now open as Ryan builds new administration
Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan announced his transition team Thursday. The team of more than 65 local leaders are tasked with leading the search to fill more than 70 appointed positions in City Hall.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Less than 48 hours after winning the Buffalo mayoral election, Sean Ryan took his first major step to build his new administration Thursday as mayor-appointed jobs are now open and advertised online.
The massive budget focuses its spending on defense, housing and infrastructure designed to boost trade.
Carney pitches federal budget aimed at countering U.S. tariff impacts
In promoting his roughly $580 billion budget, Canadian prime minister Mark Carney said its aim is to address the uncertainty of global trade and the effects of U.S. tariffs on the Canadian economy.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:38 PM
The massive budget focuses its spending on defense, housing and infrastructure designed to boost trade.
The White House stopped using live ASL interpreters at briefings and other public events when President Trump began his second term in January.
Judge orders White House to use American Sign Language interpreters at briefings
The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The White House stopped using live ASL interpreters at briefings and other public events when President Trump began his second term in January.
"What you're seeing is a lot of people who are truly having to call in sick to go earn money elsewhere," said one air traffic controller.
Air traffic controllers warn of 'tipping point' as U.S. government shutdown drags on
The government shutdown is taking a growing toll on air traffic controllers who are working without pay. Staffing shortages led to big delays over the weekend, raising concerns about travel chaos.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:55 PM
"What you're seeing is a lot of people who are truly having to call in sick to go earn money elsewhere," said one air traffic controller.
As of late October, the outbreak has killed six people and sickened 27.
Worsening listeria outbreak tied to pasta products kills 6, hospitalizes 25
Certain prepared pasta dishes were recalled from retailers like Trader Joe's, Kroger and Walmart between June and October. Health officials urge customers to dispose of them and clean their fridges.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM
As of late October, the outbreak has killed six people and sickened 27.
Officials in New York are looking at how neighboring New Jersey plans to address the growing risk of problem gambling after the onset of mobile wagering.
NY officials seek to address the risk of problem gambling
Some are looking at how neighboring New Jersey plans to address the challenge.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Officials in New York are looking at how neighboring New Jersey plans to address the growing risk of problem gambling after the onset of mobile wagering.
The victory makes Ryan the city’s first newly elected mayor in 20 years after Byron Brown stepped down in October 2024.
Sean Ryan wins Buffalo mayoral election
Sean Ryan took more than 71% of the vote according to the Erie County Board of Elections, making him Buffalo's first newly elected mayor in 20 years.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:01 AM
The victory makes Ryan the city’s first newly elected mayor in 20 years after Byron Brown stepped down in October 2024.
Hardwick declares victory for Erie County Comptroller. Get live election updates by listening to BTPM NPR on 88.7 FM, or join us on BTPM.org.
November 5, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Hardwick declares victory for Erie County Comptroller. Get live election updates by listening to BTPM NPR on 88.7 FM, or join us on BTPM.org.
Hardwick declares victory in Erie County Comptroller race. Tap link for more election updates.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:39 AM
Hardwick declares victory in Erie County Comptroller race. Tap link for more election updates.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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A push to make all New York elections even years is being challenged in federal court after the state court system upheld the recent law.
Concerns raised over even-year voting cycle changes
A state law to make all New York elections take place on even years is being challenged in federal court.m One local expert says moving election cycles feels like a mistake.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
A push to make all New York elections even years is being challenged in federal court after the state court system upheld the recent law.
Canadian survey respondents say they’re worried about higher travel costs, political tensions over tariffs, exchange rates and safety.
Survey shows fewer Canadians plan to head south to the U.S. for the winter
It’s about this time of year that thousands of Canadian pensioners, or ‘snowbirds,’ go south for the winter. A new survey suggests more are deciding to stay home or fly elsewhere, anywhere but the U.S.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Canadian survey respondents say they’re worried about higher travel costs, political tensions over tariffs, exchange rates and safety.