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Post-eclipse it seems like most people talked about their visual experience on April 8th. However, across the country, many people experienced the eclipse though a sonification, or a conversion of the light of the sun into sound. WBFO Disability Reporter Emyle Watkins visited Buffalo State on eclipse day to hear how they were using a LightSound device to make the eclipse audibly accessible. Watkins speaks with Dr. Jen Connelly, a disabled astronomer and the associate director of Buffalo State’s planetarium about not only how they made this happen, but why they need more resources like this. Meanwhile, WBFO Reporter Alex Simone took the device with him to a park in Erie County to capture a recording.
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Alabama could soon have a U.S. House delegation that more closely matches its diversity after a redistricting lawsuit. For Black voters, the change has greater significance than who holds the seat.
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The law makes it a felony for doctors to medically treat gender dysphoria in minors. It will now go into effect except in the case of two anonymous plaintiffs who may continue to receive treatment.
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- Theater Talk: 2 shows open, THE WHITE DEVIL, a bloody revenge drama at A.R.T. and GUTENBURG! THE MUSICAL! a musical comedy at the Kavinoky
- Theater Talk: MusicalFare in Amherst on track with new theater, Broadway openings this month may be Shea's season '24-25, MAMMA MIA opens Tuesday (see listings)
- Theater Talk: Anthony likes Shea's next Season lineup, last weekend to see shows before "Easter Break" (see listings for April openings)
- Theater Talk: QUICKIES not quick, but funny, PRELUDE TO A KISS stars Pine and Deese, many shows continue (see listings)
WBFO Disabilities Beat
- Disabilities Beat: Navigating grief when you or someone you love is autistic
- Apps, resources and advice for watching the eclipse when you have a disability
- How local radio can help make the eclipse accessible to people with disabilities
- Disabilities Beat: Tactile images help teach the eclipse, but finding them can be a challenge
WBFO Racial Equity Beat
- BPS students join scholars, anti-violence leaders for gun violence summit
- Driving while Black in Buffalo? You’re over 3x more likely to get stopped by police compared to a white person
- A Buffalo church founded during the Civil Rights Movement is using faith to oppose racism
- What can Buffalo learn from Charleston's experiences since the attack at Mother Emanuel AME?
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The Senate rejected the two articles that accuse Mayorkas of refusing to enforce immigration laws. The House voted to impeach him in February.
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The animal was having a routine bath when she was startled by a truck backfiring and ran away before being recaptured by handlers. Videos of the unexpected sight were shared widely on social media.
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A new single, "Primrose Hill," was co-written by Sean Ono Lennon and James McCartney, the youngest sons of Beatles musicians John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
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Newly discovered damage to part of the dam holding back America's second-largest reservoir has people who rely on the Colorado River worried about their ability to get the water they need.
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Divisions within the House Republican conference could threaten both the future of the package and Mike Johnson's speakership.
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The Toronto Raptors player has been banned for life from the NBA after a probe found he disclosed confidential information to sports bettors and bet on games, even betting on the Raptors to lose.
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The senior editor says CEO Katherine Maher has "divisive views" that confirm the issues he wrote about in an essay accusing NPR of losing the public's trust.
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If successful, the lawsuit would ensure that only Kennedy — who was endorsed by the Erie County Democratic Party in January — appears on the Democratic primary ballot.
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As the sky darkened there was an extra sparkle for two Buffalo couples during the celestial event.
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The condemnation comes days before the hostel was scheduled to move out for renovations, leaving its future uncertain.
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Teo David says he loves telling stories through photography and he wants to help others do the same at his WWTS Photography and Gallery on Allen St.
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Photos of the solar eclipse and viewers of the eclipse.
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Hundreds gathered at the Richardson Olmsted Complex to watch the solar eclipse.
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The City of Buffalo's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at the Dillon Public Safety Building opened this morning to be ready for Eclipse Day.
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The International Institute of Buffalo and the Erie County Department of Health worked together to prepare one-page fact sheets in 10 languages, plus English.
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WBFO The Bridge is taking over WBFO Fridays from 7pm to 9pm and Saturdays from 8pm to midnight! For those who just can't get enough Alternative Music in their lives. Hear the best of Alternative with WBFO The Bridge on WBFO every Friday and Saturday night on 88.7 FM.