🌱 BFD Honors Shooting Victims + Rep. Chris Jacobs Endorsed

Morning, Buffalo! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Buffalo Daily, full of all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.

First, today's weather:

Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 61 Low: 46.

Here are the top three stories in Buffalo today:

1. The Buffalo Fire Department paid tribute to the victims of the mass shooting at Tops Markets on Saturday. The firefighters, several of whom were among the first at the scene of the shooting, marched down Jefferson Avenue while holding flowers and flashing lights. Memorials across the avenue continue to grow with candles, messages, and flowers from those within the Western New York community. (WIVB.com - News 4)
2. On Sunday, the Erie County Republican Committee announced its full endorsement of Congressman Chris Jacobs for re-election. The representative will be running in New York's new 23rd Congressional District, which stretches from Erie and Chautauqua to Schuyler and Chemung Counties. Jacobs, who was first elected in 2020, has previously called on Republicans to help fight inflation. (WIVB.com - News 4)
3. Looking for a new home or investment opportunity in the Buffalo area? Patch and Redfin have partnered to bring prospective homeowners the latest properties to hit the local market. Featured listings include a 2 bed/2 bath corner-unit condo for $610,000. (Buffalo Patch)

Today in Buffalo:

• Adult Craft Night At Anna M. Reinstein Memorial Library (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Congratulations to the graduates of SUNY Buffalo State College! The school's 150th Commencement Celebration took place this weekend. (Facebook)
• Theresa Caputo's live show at Shea's Performing Arts Center has been pushed back to September due to "unforeseen circumstances." All tickets will be honored for the performance's new date, Friday, Sep. 9. (WGRZ.com)
• The Buffalo Marathon is in need of volunteers for the Start/Finish Lines on Sunday, May 29. A $50 donation per volunteer will be made to the Buffalo 5/14 Survivors Fund. Sign up here. (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll see you around!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.