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WBFO Brief August 16, 2023

On today's WBFO Brief:

  • Details will be released today regarding two new lawsuits connected with the May 14 attack on the Jefferson Avenue Tops.
  • Lewis Black is hosting a special dedication for Mark Russell at the National Comedy Center. He spoke with Jay Moran.
  • The game of cricket is growing in Buffalo. WBFO's Holly Kirkpatrick reports.
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