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Buffalo Morning Briefing: July 22

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Buffalo Morning Briefing: July 22

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

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Today, the weather will be dry with a mix of sun and clouds. During the second half of the day, the risk of showers and isolated thunderstorms increases.

Strong points : 80s Stockings
Weak points : Over 60 years old
Mostly clear skies

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Around Buffalo

1. New York authorities respond to Biden dropping re-election bid

New York leaders are considering Biden’s term as he becomes the first sitting president to decline reelection since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968.

2. Hochul calls for federal emergency declaration after severe weather

Gov. Kathy Hochul has asked President Joe Biden for a federal emergency declaration to support response and recovery operations in 15 counties following a series of extreme weather events that recently devastated areas in upstate New York.

3. Mixed reaction to New York State’s closure of two prisons

The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision has decided that two upstate correctional facilities can be safely closed. The move comes after the state budget, approved earlier this year, allowed the state to close up to five prisons with 90 days’ notice.

Across the country

1. ‘Thank you Joe’: Democrats hail Biden’s decision to step down, Republicans demand his resignation

2. Analysis: Who could replace Biden at the head of the Democratic ticket?

3. Who is Vice President Kamala Harris, Biden’s choice to replace him as the Democratic nominee?

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