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A $750 million redevelopment of the Eastern Hills Mall site in Clarence gained two key approvals from the Clarence Planning Board. The plan calls for building a town center at the site, a project that will take around 20 years to complete. Town Supervisor Patrick Casilio tells us more about the timeline.

Some colleges are trying to get students that were previously priced-out to come back to their schools. Jeff Boron from Send Your Kids to College tells us how they're doing it.

St. Lawrence Catholic Church recently sold for twice its listed price as developers and business owners race to scoop up newly-vacant properties across WNY. Peter Hunt, President and CEO of Hunt Real Estate tells us what the market is like right now.

The current legislative session in Albany is nearing its end. State Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt tells us about what did and didn't make it through, and what happened with controversial pieces of legislation like the HEAT Act.

'The King of Country' rolls in to Orchard Park on Saturday! Erie County Sheriff's Office Lt. Jeremy Lehning tells us about the parking situation at the stadium, including a new policy for stadium lots.

The 43rd JP Morgan Corporate Challenge is tonight at Delaware Park! Local organizer Melina Buck tells us what companies are participating, what's at stake and more.

Councilman Rasheed Wyatt is proposing a ban on ATV sales in Buffalo, and his proposal has support. He tells us what led to the idea.

Film crews will recreate Carolcade in East Aurora Tuesday night. It's all for the Bills-themed Christmas movie that will air on Hallmark later this year. Victoria Sturman, Executive Director of the East Aurora Chamber of Commerce tells us how it's going down.

Lawmakers in Albany are set to go on recess soon, and there's still bills to get to. Which ones still have a shot at passing? Albany insider Jack O'Donnell tells us.

Greek Fest is underway in Buffalo! Evangeline Conley, owner of Greek Goddess Products tells us all about what's happening at this year's festival.

President Trump has signed an executive order barring citizens of 12 countries from traveling to the US and heightened restrictions on 7 others. One of the countries on the banned list is Burma. Buffalo has a large Burmese population. Will they be impacted by the order? Immigration attorney Rosanna Berardi tells us.

Five Democratic candidates took part in the first major debate ahead of the June 24th primary. Who came off the best? Political analyst Ken Kruly shares his key takeaways.

There's growing support for an entertainment district on Chippewa. Also, what's the latest on Wilkeson Pointe and Heritage Point? Buffalo Councilman Mitch Nowakowski talks about some of the hottest topics in the city.

This past weekend was the first where Chippewa was closed to traffic in the evening. The city announced the change last week as a way to increase safety for Buffalo's nightlife. Chris Ring, co-owner of Rec Room, says it went "flawlessly" and even has the approval of bar patrons.

The Supreme Court reached a decision Thursday that lessens the environmental study restrictions for major infrastructure projects, such as the 33. Jeff Amplement is Project Manager for the Metro Rail Expansion project. He tells us about his experience with environmental impact studies.

It's been a newsworthy week for the city of Buffalo. The Common Council approved a $622 million budget, Rite Aid announced its closure date, and the developer of Heritage Point has said he's optimistic about the project's future. Mayor Chris Scanlon talks about all that and more.

Niagara Falls, ON Mayor Jim Diodati doesn't see political tensions between the US and Canada spilling into social interactions between Americans and Canadians. He says the relationship is "a love affair that isn't going anywhere." We asked Mayor Diodati more about what he's seeing between residents of both countries.

Councilmembers are proposing several amendments to Mayor Chris Scanlon's budget. Councilman Mitch Nowakowski says he wants the city to evaluate how overtime is distributed among police. There's also a "property tax circuit breaker" on the table that would protect select residents from rising property taxes in the coming years.

Taxes in the US are set to get a major overhaul if President Trump's bill passes the Senate. 'The Tax Lady' Esther Gulyas breaks down the biggest changes and what they mean for your wallet.

Nursing home workers at five long-term care facilities remain on strike as they await new deals that address staffing and wage concerns. Meanwhile across the country, workers at Starbucks are striking over their dress code. Labor expert Art Wheaton from Cornell in Buffalo helps us understand why all strikes are equal, no matter how unusual the reason may seem.