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When America was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, Western New Yorkers were among those quick to respond in any way they could. Dr. Steve MacMartin, director of the Hilbert College Cybersecurity program, spent three decades in the Department of Homeland Security. In 2001, he was sent to Ground Zero in Lower Manhattan. He shared what that experience was like with WBEN.

After a researcher for Artificial Intelligence company Anthropic publicly shared his concerns about underestimating AI's capabilities, concern and confusion over the future of AI has been spreading fast. To better understand what threats AI poses, we checked in with cybersecurity expert Arun Vishwanath.

Paul Marzello is one stake holder in Buffalo's Old First Ward that is rallying against a Seneca One Stop gas station being built on Buffalo's waterfront near River Fest Park. He tells us the project goes against plans for the area that were drawn up in 2013.

The trial of accused child killer Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial late last week, leaving more questions than answered. What comes next? Local attorney Terry Connors joins WBEN with analysis.

As record rains poured down on Buffalo and surrounding suburbs, first responders and neighbors stepped up to help stranded motorists. Deputy Mayor Ben Swanekamp oversees public works. He filled us in on how Thursday night went and what work is still being done Friday and into the holiday weekend as flood cleanup continues.

About 900 survivors of clergy abuse will soon be receiving ballots to vote on a $326 million dollar settlement. Attorney Steve Boyd tells us there will be a 60-day window for voting and the case could potentially be over by the end of the year. He told us more about the process.

As kids head back to school, it's important to be hyper-aware of your surroundings on the road. State Trooper James O'Callaghan fills us in on some new laws designed to hold drivers accountable and cut down on potential tragedies as a new school year begins.

A week later, the impact of the renewed trade war between the US and Canada is still coming into focus. We spoke with Toronto Sun columnist Joe Warmington about how the US and Canada can mend fences and whether Canada will look elsewhere for a new trading partner.

Back-to-school jitters are normal for this time of year. Vice Chair of Psychiatry at UB, Dr. Michael Cummings, has tips for helping your kid manage their anxiety as another school year begins.

The 25th Anniversary of the National Buffalo Wing Festival takes over Sahlen Field this weekend! "The Wing King" Drew Cerza tells us what's new as wing makers from across the country come to town.