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Jessica Brown and Justin Booth are the latest hires announced by Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan's transition team.
Ryan announces parking and finance commissioners
Buffalo Mayor-elect Sean Ryan continues his hiring spree as he prepares to be sworn into office Jan. 1.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Jessica Brown and Justin Booth are the latest hires announced by Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan's transition team.
Celebrate the season with festive radio! 🎄📻
BTPM NPR brings you a full line-up of holiday specials, featuring beloved classics from NPR, APM and others. Tap the link for the the full schedule.
BTPM NPR brings you a full line-up of holiday specials, featuring beloved classics from NPR, APM and others. Tap the link for the the full schedule.
Holiday Programming on BTPM NPR
BTPM NPR presents a wide variety of memorable holiday programming. With specials from NPR and American Public Media, BTPM NPR has festive entertainment offerings for everyone.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Celebrate the season with festive radio! 🎄📻
BTPM NPR brings you a full line-up of holiday specials, featuring beloved classics from NPR, APM and others. Tap the link for the the full schedule.
BTPM NPR brings you a full line-up of holiday specials, featuring beloved classics from NPR, APM and others. Tap the link for the the full schedule.
BTPM NPR analyzed the reorganization plan and so did the city comptroller's office.
Ryan’s proposed City Hall reorganization: fewer positions, more deputies, some savings
Buffalo Mayor-elect Sean Ryan has submitted plans to reorganize City Hall, detailing the addition of some positions along with the consolidation and elimination of others.
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December 17, 2025 at 10:56 PM
BTPM NPR analyzed the reorganization plan and so did the city comptroller's office.
Crime in Buffalo is down by 11% overall this year when compared with 2024 says Buffalo Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon, citing data from the Buffalo Police Department.
Crime down in Buffalo in 2025, says Scanlon
Citing data from the Buffalo Police Department, Scanlon said the city's overall crime index is down by 11% this year when compared with 2024.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Crime in Buffalo is down by 11% overall this year when compared with 2024 says Buffalo Acting Mayor Christopher Scanlon, citing data from the Buffalo Police Department.
Buffalo Police Commissioner Alphonso Wright confirmed Tuesday he is retiring from the Buffalo Police Department at the end of the year after 37 years of service. He was made commissioner in January.
Buffalo Police Commissioner Alphonso Wright to retire
Wright will retire from the BPD at the end of the year after 37 years of service.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Buffalo Police Commissioner Alphonso Wright confirmed Tuesday he is retiring from the Buffalo Police Department at the end of the year after 37 years of service. He was made commissioner in January.
Former BPD Detective Craig Macy will serve as Interim Commissioner of the Buffalo Police Department while Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan’s transition team continues the search for a permanent commissioner.
Former Buffalo detective named Interim Buffalo Police Commissioner
Former BPD Detective Craig Macy will serve as Interim Commissioner of the Buffalo Police Department while Ryan’s transition team continues its search for a permanent commissioner, according to a press release.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Former BPD Detective Craig Macy will serve as Interim Commissioner of the Buffalo Police Department while Buffalo Mayor-Elect Sean Ryan’s transition team continues the search for a permanent commissioner.
The NY Attorney General's Office will not pursue criminal charges in the shooting of a Buffalo man by Cheektowaga police officers attempting to arrest him in August.
NY AG's Office won't file charges in shooting death of Buffalo man by Cheektowaga police officers
The NY Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation has concluded prosecutors would be unable to disprove police officers justifiably used deadly force in an August 13, 2025 incident.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:35 PM
The NY Attorney General's Office will not pursue criminal charges in the shooting of a Buffalo man by Cheektowaga police officers attempting to arrest him in August.
Celebrate the season with festive radio specials🎄📻
BTPM NPR is bringing you a full line-up of holiday programs. Tune in on 88.7 FM, the BTPM Listen app or stream online.
BTPM NPR is bringing you a full line-up of holiday programs. Tune in on 88.7 FM, the BTPM Listen app or stream online.
Holiday Programming on BTPM NPR
BTPM NPR presents a wide variety of memorable holiday programming. With specials from NPR and American Public Media, BTPM NPR has festive entertainment offerings for everyone.
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December 9, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Celebrate the season with festive radio specials🎄📻
BTPM NPR is bringing you a full line-up of holiday programs. Tune in on 88.7 FM, the BTPM Listen app or stream online.
BTPM NPR is bringing you a full line-up of holiday programs. Tune in on 88.7 FM, the BTPM Listen app or stream online.
With temperatures below freezing Thursday and more cold weather forecast across the region this weekend, Western New Yorkers are being reminded of the health risks the cold can bring and how to stay safe on sidewalks when the mercury dips.
‘Walk slowly, hands out of pockets’: Tips for preventing winter falls
With temperatures below freezing Thursday and more cold weather forecast across the region this weekend, Western New Yorkers are being reminded of the health risks the cold can bring, and how to stay safe when the mercury dips.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:29 PM
With temperatures below freezing Thursday and more cold weather forecast across the region this weekend, Western New Yorkers are being reminded of the health risks the cold can bring and how to stay safe on sidewalks when the mercury dips.
The season of Giving is here — and your support keeps thoughtful, trustworthy journalism alive in our community. 🤝 Help us reach our Giving Tuesday goal by midnight! Every gift today is doubled thanks to a $50,000 match.
December 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM
The season of Giving is here — and your support keeps thoughtful, trustworthy journalism alive in our community. 🤝 Help us reach our Giving Tuesday goal by midnight! Every gift today is doubled thanks to a $50,000 match.
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.
🔊 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.
🔊 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.
🔊 Listen your way: Tune in to 88.7 FM, or stream on BTPM.org or the BTPM Listen app.
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.