Michigan basketball gets 1st-round NCAA lesson about underdogs
Wolverines avoid upset by Howard, advance to face Saint Louis in second round
Michigan Defeats Howard 101-80 in NCAA Tournament First Round
St. Louis Billikens Crush Georgia Bulldogs in March Madness Opener
Business
Baileys Ice Cream Cake Debuts Nationwide at Walmart
The new dessert pairs Baileys Irish Cream with chocolate and coffee flavors in an indulgent ice cream cake.

TalentRise Seeking Executive Director for Grassroots Gardens of WNY
Nonprofit seeks leader to provide strategic vision and management for community garden network
All Access Builders LLC Ranked Top Provider in Buffalo Construction Report
CX Research Institute names Buffalo-based contractor the best general contractor in the region.
Crime
Buffalo Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Brother in 2022
Jerome Cole faces 25 years to life in prison for manslaughter conviction.

Buffalo Diocese Seeks Reversal of 'Opt-Out' Liability Ruling
The Catholic group argues the court's decision will make it difficult to settle sex abuse claims and exit bankruptcy.
Mother Charged After Drugs Found on Teen During Cayuga Prison Visit
13-year-old girl had 224 grams of marijuana hidden under her shirt during visit to Cayuga Correctional Facility.
Lifestyle
Western New Yorkers Share Their Favorite Wing Spots
As the NCAA basketball tournament brings thousands of visitors to Buffalo, locals weigh in on the best places for the city's iconic dish.

Senior Care Expert Shares Tips on Hiring In-Home Aide
HelloNation article features advice from Todd Putzig on balancing independence and support for daily routines.
Restaurants Offer March Madness Deals for Basketball Fans
From wings to pizza, chains are serving up discounts during the NCAA tournament.
Weather
Record Warmth Expected in Western New York
Temperatures could reach 77 degrees, breaking a daily record

Blizzard Sparks Climate Debate as Governor Compares Storm to 1977
Meteorologist Joe Bastardi criticizes New York Governor Kathy Hochul's comments on the recent blizzard, calling them "ignorant" and part of a "climate delusion and deceit" agenda.
Hochul Won't Take Matching Funds for Reelection Campaign
Buffalo-area lawmakers call for repowering NRG plant as city moves closer to full property tax exemption for certain veterans
Sports
Jeremy Fears dominates as Michigan State basketball cruises in NCAA Tournament opener
Point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. had 11 assists to lead the 3-seed Spartans to a 92-67 blowout win over 14-seed North Dakota State.

No. 1 Michigan outshoots Howard in high-scoring win
Wolverines advance to second round of NCAA Tournament
Michigan Survives Howard's Three-Point Barrage in NCAA Tourney Win
Wolverines coach Dusty May breaks down defensive adjustments to contain Bison's hot shooting