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Winds shift to the south/southwest on Friday, which should lead to much clearer conditions going into the weekend. We will be in the upper 80s Friday.

Tomorrow’s Forecast

 Highs: High 80s
 Lows: High 60s
 Partly Cloudy

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Josh Allen breaks silence on James Cook ‘hold in’ at Bills training camp

The Buffalo Bills wrapped up their portion of training camp at St. John Fisher University Thursday, and after reports surfaced saying running back James Cook would practice, he did not participate as he seeks a new contract from the team. Bills star quarterback Josh Allen weighing in on the situation publicly for the first time.

2. With N.Y. producers aging, fairs provide a chance to inspire the next generation

The latest census data shows nearly 2,800 fewer farms in 2022 when compared to 2017. Even acres in production dropped. Farmers across New York state say it’s their job to educate fairgoers on the $3.9 billion dairy products and milk industry. And state and county fairs offer the opportunity to help inspire his generation to get involved, which is necessary to help ensure the future of the industry as the average New York producer is 56.7 years old. 

3. Law enforcement trying different recruitment tactics to connect with New Yorkers

Public perception of law enforcement can impact the field’s recruitment numbers. Aside from serving and protecting, there are other ways law enforcement can boost their relationship with communities.

4. Rural New York counties face shortage of health professionals, comptroller’s report says

Some rural parts of New York state have a significant shortfall in health professions, including primary care, pediatric, and obstetrician and gynecologist (OBGYN) doctors, dentists and mental health practitioners, according to a new report released Thursday by state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli.

5. Illegally created ‘giant sheep’ is now housed at Syracuse zoo

A new Marco Polo argali sheep has a home at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. The sheep is a clone that was created illegally by a man in Montana, making it a special acquisition.

6. NOAA updates its Atlantic hurricane season forecast

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is entering its most active period in the upcoming months, and NOAA has updated its annual hurricane season outlook. NOAA’s latest forecast is still calling for above normal activity this season.

In Case You Missed It

Bills training camp is officially wrapping up at St. John Fisher University in Pittsford. (Spectrum News 1)

Bills training camp wraps up at St. John Fisher University

After two weeks of practice, autographs and unforgettable fan moments, Buffalo Bills training camp is officially wrapping up at St. John Fisher University in Pittsford.

As fans in Rochester soaked in their final day, some say it was more than just football — it was family. 

Spectrum News 1’s Sergio Cruel shares their experience.