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Conflicting vaccine guidelines create confusion for local parents
1/7/2026
The CDC is changing the childhood immunization schedule, but New York State says it will not follow along. Dr. Steven Lana from Delaware Pediatrics says the changes are already causing confusion for parents at his practice. Dr. Lana has tips on what to do if you're looking for answers.
Duration:00:15:42
ESPN's Chris Berman reflects on what's being lost as the Bills leave Highmark Stadium
1/6/2026
Chris Berman has long been one of the Bills biggest boosters on the national stage. He joined WBEN Tuesday to share his memories of Highmark Stadium and explained why it's more than just a building that is going away.
Duration:00:18:31
Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan lays out agenda for first full week in City Hall
1/5/2026
Buffalo's new Mayor, Sean Ryan, is settling in to City Hall. Monday is what Ryan calls the "first day of school" for he and his administration. First on the agenda: tackling the city's deficit. The Mayor spoke with WBEN about that and much more.
Duration:00:14:33
Buffalo's next mayor and remembering Highmark Stadium
1/2/2026
Today Susan talks about Buffalo's next mayor and what it means for the community. Afterwards she talks a little bit about the Bills last game in Highmark Stadium before they move across the street. Listen to Susan and Brian every weekday 5a-9a on 930WBEN!
Duration:00:16:54
Looking back at 2025
12/31/2025
Today Brian looks back at the year 2025 as we look forward to 2026. Listen to Brian and Susan every weekday 5a-9a on 930WBEN!
Duration:00:19:19
A look at the power outages and chaos the winter weather caused
12/30/2025
Today Brian takes a look at the aftermath of what was a record day for wind gusts and speaks with NYSEG's Mike Baggerman on the status of people's power. Listen to Brian and Susan every weekday 5a-9a on 930WBEN!
Duration:00:17:01
Tracking the winter weather and talking Bills-Eagles
12/29/2025
Listen to Brian and Susan every weekday morning from 5a-9a on 930WBEN!
Duration:00:16:56
Wegovy's pill form a "huge opportunity" for access to the weight loss drug
12/24/2025
Pharmacist and Brighton Eggert Pharmacy owner Don Arthur is among the local experts giving their approval to Wegovy being offered in pill form. Arthur joins WBEN to explain the benefits, from costs to health.
Duration:00:13:55
Christmas marks symbolic milestone for OLV National Shrine & Basilica
12/23/2025
Christmas marks 100 years since Father Baker's first Mass at OLV National Shrine & Basilica. 100 years later, father David LiPuma will follow in Father Baker's footsteps. LiPuma tells us about the significance of the occasion.
Duration:00:15:53
Taking a closer look at Rep. Stefanik's decision to back out of the governor's race
12/22/2025
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced Friday she is dropping out of the race for New York governor, a shocking move to many. A day later, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman received President Trump's endorsement. Albany insider Jack O'Donnell takes us behind the scenes as to why Stefanik backed out.
Duration:00:14:43
The Bills look to stop Myles Garrett and the Browns with a playoff clinching path available
12/19/2025
The Bills can clinch a playoff spot Sunday with a win in Cleveland and some help around the league. The first order of business: stopping All-Pro pass rusher Myles Garrett. Bills play-by-play man Chris Brown previews the game.
Duration:00:14:19
Not everyone is a fan of Orchard Park's stadium zoning plans
12/18/2025
Orchard Park's Town Board Wednesday night approved initial guidelines for rezoning around the new Bills stadium, but some feel like they're being left out or missing an opportunity. Don Lorentz, Executive Director of Orchard Park's Chamber of Commerce explains his concerns to WBEN.
Duration:00:17:40
Councilman Mitch Nowakowski outlines city's plans for seizing Buffalo Grand Hotel
12/17/2025
The City of Buffalo is moving forward with its plan to seize the Buffalo Grand Hotel, which has been inactive since late 2021 due to fire damage. The Councilman tells WBEN he's confident the process will move quickly. Nowakowski explains why.
Duration:00:15:18
Fallout from last weekend's antisemitic attack in Australia is felt in WNY
12/16/2025
Violence against Jews continues to grow across the globe. The most recent example: a massacre at Australia's Bondi Beach that has now been deemed a terrorist attack. Rabbi Alex Lazarus-Klein of Congregation Shir Shalom in Buffalo says for Jews, nowhere in the world is safe today.
Duration:00:15:24
The Bills stay alive in the AFC East with a wild comeback win
12/15/2025
The Bills still have hope in the race for the AFC East after a 21 point comeback win over the New England Patriots. Sideline reporter Sal Capaccio recaps what led to the Bills victory.
Duration:00:17:28
A colossal showdown awaits Sunday in Foxborough between the Bills and Patriots
12/12/2025
The Bills' 5-year reign atop the AFC East is hanging by a thread as they head to Foxborough Sunday to play the Patriots. With a win, the Patriots clinch the division. Bills play-by-play man Chris Brown gives us the tale of the tape.
Duration:00:16:06
Significant change coming for college students with rollback of Biden's SAVE plan
12/11/2025
The Trump administration is pulling back a Biden-era student loan forgiveness program known as SAVE. Jeff Boron from Send Your Kids to College tells us 7.5 million students will now have to find a different plan.
Duration:00:12:11
Mayor-elect Sean Ryan's transition to City Hall continues with just weeks remaining before inauguration day
12/10/2025
Buffalo's Mayor-to-be, Sean Ryan, is continuing to work behind the scenes on transitioning to City Hall. He joined WBEN Wednesday to talk about his appointment of four deputy mayors, his plan for tackling the city's deficit and more.
Duration:00:13:27
Local letter carriers facing more danger during holiday season
12/9/2025
Since November 10th there's been five assaults or robberies against letter carriers in Niagara Falls. David Grosskopf, President of the National Association of Letter Carriers Buffalo Chapter is pleading with the public and elected officials to do something to protect postal workers. Why are they being attacked though? Grosskopf explains.
Duration:00:17:02
Bills steal a win from Cincy in a snow globe shootout
12/8/2025
Another 4th quarter comeback lifted the Bills to their 9th win of the season Sunday, 39-34 over Cincinnati. Sideline reporter Sal Capaccio recaps the dramatic win and previews what's next for the Bills this season.
Duration:00:16:30