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SHARE BUFFALO, N.Y. --  Representatives from a coalition of community groups in Buffalo and other parts of Western New York stood Monday outside U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's office. Their message was clear. "Get the 'For The People's Act' not only moved in your part of Congress, but ensure that it becomes law without messing with anything. Without changing anything," Peace Action New York State President Jim Anderson said. The rally was part of the nationwide "Deadline for Democracy" campaign happening over the next few days with Congress in recess. Progressive groups mobilize...

One year ago this week a nation watched in anger as Officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on the neck of George Floyd, killing him in the process.

Group helps educate public after New York State legalization of marijuana Open Buffalo held a three-hour Know Your Rights cookout at MLK Park, where people could stop by and ask questions. Author: WGRZ Staff Updated: 10:18 PM EDT May 1, 2021 BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York State's legalization of marijuana is still fresh on the minds of many in Western New York.  Possession up to three ounces is now legal, and previous low-level offenses can be expunged. To help educate people on the changes, Open Buffalo held a Know Your Rights cookout where people could stop by a...