A New Morning

The teenagers that killed 3 people Monday at a mosque in San Diego claim to be inspired by the shooter at Tops on Jefferson Avenue. Crime and Terrorism analyst Brad Garrett tells us how mass shooters commonly influence each other in copycat attacks.

SpaceX is set to go public June 12th. Will regular investors be able to get a piece, though? Michael Angelucci of Level Financial Advisors helps us understand how it will work.

Sabres players, Head Coach Lindy Ruff and General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen spoke to the media Wednesday as the offseason begins. WGR's Paul Hamilton tells us about the most noteworthy comments.

Buffalo's School Board passed a $1.4 billion budget for next school year Wednesday. It includes school closures as the district tries to right its finances. Board member Larry Scott tells us more.

Budget negotiations continue in Albany Wednesday. Assemblyman Bill Conrad tells us about the response from schools as they work on their budgets. Also, reaction to the state's all-electric school bus ban being pushed back.

David Albert from the New York State School Board Association tells us there's dozens of districts statewide that have a low amount of candidates for seats. He tells us why that might be the case.

Just like in Buffalo, the deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego was streamed by the attackers. What can be done to stop this from happening again? Rich Frankel, former Special Agent in Charge of FBI in New York gives his thoughts.

Buffalo lawmakers continue to debate the Mayor's proposed budget. Also, a battle with the city comptroller continues in the courts. Ellicott District Councilmember Leah Halton-Pope gives an update.

Voters approved Lewiston-Porter School District's 26-27 budget Tuesday. There weren't any candidates for school board, though. Superintendent Paul Casseri tells us how those seats are being filled.

A lawsuit filed by Elon Musk accusing Sam Altman of tricking him into investing in OpenAI as a nonprofit has been thrown out. ABC's Mike Dobuski tells us more.

Andrew Peters reacts to a heartbreaking Game 7 overtime defeat as Buffalo's season comes to an end.

President Trump says he called off an attack on Iran following pleas from surrounding nations. Also, poll numbers are dropping. NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal tells us more.

Someone's season will end Monday night in Buffalo. Sabres play-by-play man Dan Dunleavy shares his pregame thoughts.

Political analyst Steve Roberts tells us why there's still an uphill battle for Democrats to take over at least one part of Congress.

There's still time to get into Game 7 tonight in Buffalo between the Sabres and Canadiens. Nick Giammusso of VIPTIX tells us how many tickets are available and what you'll pay.

Jill Schlesinger joins WBEN for her final weekly hit with Brian and Susan. She tells us what's next.

It's winner take all in Buffalo Monday night. WGR's Brian Koziol previews Game 7 between the Sabres and Canadiens.

National Weather Service meteorologist Jim Mitchell has the forecast.

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We know when the Bills will be playing in 2026. Syracuse.com's Matt Parrino gives his evaluation of the schedule.

New York State's electric school bus mandate has been delayed five years. State Senator George Borrello says it's welcomed news, but is also politically motivated.

Some of music's top acts are coming down with a new ailment called "Blue Dot Fever". That's another way of saying nobody is buying tickets. ABC's Mason Leath tells us more.

The Sabres are a game away from being eliminated after Thursday's loss. Sabres beat reporter for WGR Paul Hamilton looks at what went wrong.

A weather "turning point" arrives today, says meteorologist Andy Parker. He has more details on the changing weather pattern.

A lawsuit from families and victims of a mass shooting in British Columbia are suing OpenAI, alleging the platform pushed the shooter to attack. Crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett tells us more.

Thursday marks 4 years since the racially motivated mass shooting that took 10 lives at Tops on Jefferson Avenue in the City of Buffalo. Rev. Mark Blue, Chair of the 5/14 Memorial Commission, tells us how he is remembering that day and gives an update on the permanent memorial planned for Buffalo.

Lawmakers in Erie County voted down a proposal to cap the county's gas tax as prices at the pump rise. Republican legislator Lindsay Lorigo reacts.

Gallup, for the first time ever, asked Americans what they think about the construction of AI data centers in their hometowns. The response was overwhelmingly negative. ABC's Jim Ryan tells us more.

The Sabres will fight for the series lead Thursday night at KeyBank Center as they host the Montreal Canadiens in Game 5. WGR's Brian Koziol previews the game.

National Weather Service meteorologist Jim Mitchell has the forecast.

It's Town of Tonawanda Supervisor Joe Emminger's last day in office. He joined WBEN to reflect on his time as Supervisor.

Home sales are flat, but prices are rising says Peter Hunt, Executive Chairman for HUNT Real Estate. He has a closer look at the trends.

Peter Baker is part of a coalition pushing for New York State's bottle return bill to be updated. He tells us more about what that would look like.

A disallowed goal, 7 penalties and a frenzied Montreal crowd couldn't keep the Sabres from evening their series with the Canadiens Tuesday night. WGR Sabres beat reporter Paul Hamilton recaps the win.

Google says it uncovered a near-catastrophic hacking plot that was likely aided by AI. ABC's Mike Dobuski tells us more.

Prices for the Bills home opener on the secondary market are already higher than $600. Nick Giammusso of VIPTIX gives an outlook on prices for the foreseeable future.

President Trump says he is in favor of temporarily lifting the federal gas tax. Is it worth it, and will Congress approve? NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal tells us what he's hearing.

A win Tuesday keeps the Sabres from the brink of elimination. WGR's Brian Koziol previews the game.

National Weather Service meteorologist Jim Mitchell has the forecast.

As oil prices rise, so does the pressure on politicians. Political analyst Steve Roberts tells us more.

New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the City of Buffalo's deficit is $103 million, slightly less than Mayor Ryan's projection of $109 million. Council Member Leah Halton-Pope reacts to DiNapoli's findings.

WGR's Paul Hamilton recaps all that went wrong in the Sabres' Game 3 loss and tells us what needs to happen for Buffalo to get back on track.