Buffalo Morning Briefing: July 15

Hello, Buffalo. Here’s what you need to know today.

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Today and Tuesday, the weather will be stormy and humid. However, as the week progresses, the chances of precipitation decrease and the humidity becomes more comfortable.

Strong points : Above 70s Weak points : Mid 70s Showers and thunderstorms

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Around Buffalo

1. Pennsylvania Governor: Trump Rally Victim a ‘Hero’ After Using His Body to Shield His Family from Gunfire

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Sunday that Corey Comperatore, 50, died a “hero,” using his body as a shield to protect his wife and daughter from bullets.

2. New York State Officials and Groups Respond to Attack at Trump Rally

Numerous elected leaders and groups from both sides of the political spectrum have issued statements and social media posts condemning the attack.

3. Harmful Algal Blooms Impact New York’s Swimming Lakes

As the weather warms and storms roll in, beaches across the country are temporarily closing due to fluctuating bacteria levels.

Across the country

1. What we know about the 20-year-old suspect in the attempted assassination of Donald Trump

2. Biden orders security investigation after Trump assassination attempt, urges public not to ‘assume’ motives

3. The Republican National Convention is full of soap opera-worthy intrigue

Tweet of the day

Gru and the Minions celebrated a second week at the top of the North American box office this weekend, while a small horror film called “Longlegs” upset the $100 million film “Fly Me to the Moon.” https://t.co/L97M7ZXD7f

— Spectre News 1 BUF (@SPECNews1BUF) July 14, 2024