🌱 Man Killed In Niagara Falls + Erie County Deputy Suffers Injury

Hello all. It's me, Dan Casarella, your host of the Buffalo Daily — here to explain all the most important things happening in town these days. Let's do it...

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A passing morning shower. High: 77 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Buffalo:

1. A Buffalo man was killed on Tuesday afternoon in Niagara Falls. According to Niagara Falls police, the shooting occurred in the 900 block of Pine Avenue. Authorities discovered a 22-year-old man laying in the street with a gunshot wound. They attempted first aid until medical services arrived, at which point the victim was pronounced dead. (Buffalo News)
2. An Erie County Deputy suffered an extremely serious injury during a pursuit on Tuesday. According to the Sheriff's Office, the suspect in the pursuit struck a Sheriff's Office vehicle with another vehicle, and at some point "recklessly caused a catastrophic injury to an arresting deputy's left leg." The suspect was taken to the Erie County Holding Center, while the injured deputy will undergo surgery. As of Wednesday evening, there is no further news on the deputy's condition. (WIVB.com - News 4)
3. Delaware Avenue Starbucks workers are on strike. The picket line at the store comes as the NLRB and Starbucks Workers United sue Starbucks for alleged illegal union-busting practices. The workers say that the company has engaged in irregular and unpredictable scheduling, unsafe working environments, and anti-union propaganda. (Spectrum News)

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Today in Buffalo:

• Wellness Walks at Tifft Nature Preserve (10:00 AM)
• Sensational Storytime at Kenilworth Branch (10:30 AM)
• Summer Fun Club at Audubon Branch (10:30 AM)
• Family Storytime at Concord Public Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• We'll see you on the dark side of the moon... SUNY Buffalo State College is hosting a laser show in honor of the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s legendary album. Celebrate at Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium on Saturdays in July at 8:30 p.m. (SUNY Buffalo State College via Facebook)
• Get a little pork belly in your belly. Buffalo Eats shared a photo of a delicious burrito by Toasted Hog. Check out the pic and consider making them your next night out. (Buffalo Eats via Instagram)
• Make sure you exercise your right to vote. JCC Buffalo is looking for supporters to vote for The Best of 716. Click the link to see what categories you can support them in, and vote for your favorites in others. (JCC Buffalo via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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.