Buffalo, NY news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Buffalo, NY on Thursday, October 22, 2026: School vote postponed; shelter seeks new facility. Also: State awarded Buffalo $6 million for Millrace Park construction project; KeyBank Foundation gave $300K to Boys & Girls Clubs after federal cuts. Weather: Mostly foggy today with rain holding off; highs near 61°F.

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Headlines

Buffalo Board of Education postponed its planned school closure vote.WGRZ · Oct 21, 6:56 PM

News & local government

State awarded Buffalo $6 million for Millrace Park construction project.WGRZ · Oct 21, 2:08 PM
Buffalo Animal Shelter at maximum capacity; mayor exploring new facility plans.WIVB News 4 · Oct 21, 1:51 PM
Federal judge struck down New York's body armor prohibition citing Second Amendment.Courthouse News · Oct 21, 7:30 PM

Safety & emergencies

California man charged with vehicular homicide after fatal Buffalo crash.WGRZ · Oct 21, 2:39 PM

Events & going out

Chvrches performs at Asbury Hall in February.WIVB News 4 · Oct 21, 12:15 PM
LECOM Harborcenter hosting NY State High School hockey championships through 2030.WGRZ · Oct 21, 5:15 PM

Business & new openings

Sears-Paderewski Park in Buffalo getting $2.3 million renovation.WGRZ · Oct 21, 3:08 PM

Sports

Buffalo Bandits unveiled new uniforms for the 2026–27 season.WGRZ · Oct 21, 3:05 PM

Community & volunteering

KeyBank Foundation gave $300K to Boys & Girls Clubs after federal cuts.WGRZ · Oct 21, 10:44 PM
Buffalo organization helping families create safe infant sleep environments.WGRZ · Oct 21, 6:33 PM

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