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Buffalo’s Big Moves: New Training, Housing Puzzles, and a Local Leader Steps Down

July 6, 2026

A first-of-its-kind program in upstate New York is gearing up to train future midwives, with classes scheduled to start in early 2027. The seven-semester doctorate program, opening applications next August, aims to fill gaps in healthcare access by producing skilled professionals. Meanwhile, the reg

entertainment

Colorado Football Players React to Odd Avatar Choices in EA Sports Game

July 5, 2026

A new college football video game is causing a stir, not for its gameplay, but for how it portrays real players. Gideon Lampron, a standout linebacker transferring to Colorado, recently shared his frustration online after noticing his in-game avatar looks nothing like him. The avatar, with its exagg

education

A New Bus Brings Trips to All Kids

July 4, 2026

Cottage Grove’s Circle of Friends, a nonprofit that helps children with severe disabilities learn and grow, has won more than $170 000 from the federal government to buy a special school bus. The money comes through Section 5310 and was approved unanimously by the Lane Transit District Board, showin

health

Orange County Food Spots Forced to Close Over Pest Problems

July 4, 2026

Health inspectors in Orange County ordered several restaurants to shut down between June 25 and July 2 because of rodent or cockroach infestations and other hygiene issues. The closures were announced each week, with some venues reopening the same day or within a few days once they passed inspection

weather

Buffalo's Fourth of July weather: Sticky but not extreme

July 4, 2026

Buffalo’s holiday weekend started with a bang—literally. Thunderstorms rolled through Friday morning, with more possible later in the day. The Storm Prediction Center says there’s a small chance, about 15%, that some storms could turn severe with strong winds. Forecasts aren’t always on the same pag

opinion

Protecting the Everglades: A Call to Balance Growth and Nature

July 3, 2026

The Southwest Florida region known as the Greater Western Everglades is a patchwork of cypress swamps, mangrove islands and hidden wetlands that shelters more than 100 species at risk of disappearing. Long before any roads or suburbs appeared, the Calusa people mastered living with these waters for

environment

Oil spills leave lasting scars on mangrove forests

June 30, 2026

Mangroves along Brazil's coast face hidden pollution long after an oil spill disappears from the surface. Scientists dug into the mud at eight spots along a river where black crude once coated the trees. They pulled up soil at three different depths—surface layer, middle layer, and deeper zone—to se

sports

Buffalo’s Big Pick: A Fresh Start for the Sabres

June 28, 2026

The 2026 NHL draft began at KeyBank Center, and Buffalo made a statement with its first‑round choices. At the fourth overall spot, the Sabres chose Daxon Rudolph, a 6‑foot‑2 defenseman from Prince Albert in the Western Hockey League. Rudolph’s size and skating ability make him a promising anchor

celebrities

Jim Kelly Stays Strong Despite Health Struggles

June 27, 2026

Jim Kelly, a former Buffalo Bills quarterback, has faced more challenges off the field than most athletes ever will. Known for leading his team to four Super Bowls, he’s also battled serious health issues since retiring. In 2013, he was diagnosed with oral cancer, which required multiple surgeries,

environment

How Money Moves for Climate Survival

June 25, 2026

Climate change isn’t just melting ice caps—it’s cracking budgets everywhere. Last week in London, global finance leaders heard a blunt warning: treating climate risk as an afterthought is like ignoring a fire alarm while the house burns. The speaker pointed out how extreme weather isn’t just wreckin