The Buffalo City Council is grappling with a pivotal decision that could empower grassroots candidates by lowering signature requirements to just 250—will they take action or delay further discussion?

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Buffalo's future could hinge on a comprehensive plan for Templeton Landing that prioritizes public access and green spaces over outside control.

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A proposed plan for short-term rentals at 67 Park Street has sparked fierce opposition, leading the zoning board to deny the variance amid concerns over neighborhood safety and housing affordability.

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Belmont Housing is transforming vacant lots into five affordable homes on Laurel Street, but local concerns are heating up over window designs and property lines.

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Buffalo's overtime pay has surged to nearly $46 million, raising alarms among council members who demand deeper audits to uncover the reasons behind this massive spike.

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President Pro Tem Everhart demands community meetings before any bike lane work in the Madison District, insisting residents have a voice in changes that affect their streets.

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Buffalo City is taking a bold step by proposing a two-year moratorium on cryptocurrency mining and data centers to address community concerns about noise and environmental impacts.

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Buffalo advocates are pushing for a local moratorium on data centers to safeguard their community as a statewide law awaits the governor's approval.

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A mother is demanding accountability after her son was allegedly assaulted by police officers at a festival, raising serious questions about the missing body camera footage.

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The Zoning Board has given the green light for a massive, illuminated banner on the Statler Hotel, celebrating the Buffalo Bills and Gatorade this football season!

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Buffalo's bond rating just took a hit from Fitch, revealing troubling operating deficits and dwindling reserves—what does this mean for the city's financial future?

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Buffalo's financial future hangs in the balance as council members express frustration over learning of potential borrowing plans through the media rather than official channels.

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Council members are furious over the administration's abrupt decision to cut fall bulk-trash collection to just one day, claiming a lack of communication has shattered trust.

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