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Michael O'Reilly
Michael O'Reilly
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Michael O'Reilly has a robust background in investigative journalism, with over a decade of experience covering government affairs in Buffalo. He received his degree from Cornell University and has unearthed numerous stories of corruption and negligence at local and state levels through his work with various local outlets. His dedication to transparency drives his reporting.
More from Michael →Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 8:46 PM · 1 min read
The fenced in property at the corner of Lathrop and Sycamore Streets in Buffalo, where the Lumen Bearing Company once stood, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. (Derek Gee/Buffalo News)