Nathan Benson

2 On Your Side will be covering several key races in Western New York and beyond on election night.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that a $249 million contract has been signed to cleanup the former Simonds Saw and Steel site in Lockport.

Bruce Blakeman sat down with Nate Benson to continue to advocate for the future of New York State under his leadership while Governor Hochul has declined a sit down.

2 On Your Side has requested a one-on-one interview with Gov. Hochul since June 8. Her campaign repeatedly said it was working on it. Ultimately, she declined.

Haitian national Alex Alisme sought asylum and a better life after after violence broke out in 2024. Last week ICE detained him even after he "did everything right."

There seems to be a mystery surrounding who a fully loaded 2026 Chevy Tahoe is intended for at Buffalo Public Schools, and how it was actually ordered.

The BPS interim superintendent spoke for the first time since the district proposed closing eight schools. She says the plan has been in the works for months.

President JC Seneca announced that an agreement in principle has been reached, and was agreed upon about a month ago.

Nearly 1,000 properties have been tested in the two counties, resulting in at least 32 properties needing additional follow-up with the EPA.

Allentown chef Keiber Alexander Esposito Martinez went through the proper channels to seek asylum. He was still detained by ICE on Aug 17, his lawyers don't know why

Former students describe attending classes surrounded by fences, warning signs, and scattered drums at a former Niagara County military property.

Compared to the $75 per month fee that the general public would pay for an NFTA bus pass, Buffalo Public Schools will be paying $85.50 per pass each month.

More than a month after test results showed industrial contamination exceeding state limits on their property, the McKiernan family is still fighting for relocation.

NYSDEC says 30 properties have been referred to the EPA for additional follow-up after radiation testing, but won't say how many communities need testing.

Students say the conditions in a temporary Da Vinci High School on E. Utica St. are not acceptable for a functioning high school

A contract between the NFTA and Buffalo Schools to provide passes for students is increasing by $30M. The Board of Education is split on what to do.

An investigation by Hodgson Russ LLP concluded the sexual harassment claims against Buffalo Board of Education member Lewis "Muki" Hawkins were unsubstantiated.

BPS board is reportedly expected to see the findings of the investigation into Muki Hawkins Wednesday, but findings are not guaranteed to be released to the public

NYSDEC says that of the 630 completed radiation tests, 4 properties have been referred to the EPA for possible work. Hochul says she's spoken to affected homeowners.

Gov. Hochul says she won't politicize the fear, like others, over recent radiation testing at numerous Niagara County properties.