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Investigation underway after man attempts to drive through protest
September 5, 2024
Police are investigating after a man attempted to drive through a demonstration in downtown Winnipeg.
Alec Baldwin: Prosecutor seeks to reinstate tossed ‘Rust’ shooting charge
September 5, 2024
Special prosecutor Kari Morrissey said there were insufficient facts to support a New Mexico judge's ruling that dismissed the case in July over withheld evidence.
Palestinian militants kill 3 Israeli police in the West Bank
September 2, 2024
Palestinian militants killed three Israeli police officers on Sunday when they opened fire on a vehicle in the occupied West Bank, where Israel has carried out large-scale raids.
Toronto woman grappling with grief, anger after death of cousin held hostage by Hamas
September 2, 2024
Maayan Shavit says 40-year-old Carmel Gat was among six hostages whose bodies were recovered by the Israeli army in Gaza on Saturday shortly after they were killed.
Halifax, police should apologize for handling of 2021 encampment eviction: review
September 2, 2024
The civilian review conducted by a team of Toronto-based lawyers was commissioned by Halifax in spring 2023, and came with 37 recommendations that will be presented on Wednesday.
Mild earthquake rattles three Quebec cities, no damage reported
September 2, 2024
Natural Resources Canada says the quake struck at 5:43 a.m, and was "lightly felt" in Drummondville, Trois-Rivières and Montreal.
Vancouver Island MLA Mitzi Dean withdrawing from upcoming B.C. election
September 2, 2024
British Columbia's Minister of State for Child Care Mitzi Dean says she won't be running in the provincial election in October.
Critic of school pronoun policy is one of two new Alberta senators
September 2, 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Saturday that Gov.-Gen. Mary Simon has named Daryl Fridhandler and Kristopher Wells to fill vacancies in the Senate from Alberta.
NewsAlert: De Grasse coach has credentials pulled
August 6, 2024
The Canadian Olympic Committee says it has revoked Olympic accreditation from sprinting coach Rana Reider.
The COC says "new information" has come to light about the appropriateness of accrediting Reider, who coaches six-time Canadian Olympic medallis...
The COC says "new information" has come to light about the appropriateness of accrediting Reider, who coaches six-time Canadian Olympic medallis...
Thousands storm fences at free weekend Billy Talent concert in Port Colborne, Ont.
August 6, 2024
Municipal officials say the venue at H. H. Knoll Park had reached capacity just before 9:30 p.m., at which point police decided to close the surrounding fences.
Break-in suspect fakes medical issue, assaults officer: Winnipeg police
July 21, 2024
The officer was uninjured as a result of the assault, which police allege happened Friday evening.
Heat warnings, wildfire smoke impact Saskatchewan
July 21, 2024
Environment Canada says the combination between the heat and smoke increases health risks.
Alberta wildfires prompt more evacuations, Edmonton offers masks for smoke
July 21, 2024
Special statements from Environment and Climate Change Canada on Saturday warned of very poor air quality for some areas.
Rogers’ grand slam gives Tigers 7-3 win over Jays
July 21, 2024
In what may have been his final appearance as a Toronto Blue Jay, nothing went right for lefty Yusei Kikuchi in the sixth inning on Saturday.
Recipe: Chef Andrea Carlson’s halibut mousseline
July 15, 2024
Chef Andrea Carlson from Burdock & Co joins us to make halibut mousseline, featured on the current moon menu: Flower Gazing Under the Berry Moon
Several new wildfires discovered across B.C., total at 149
July 15, 2024
The BC Wildfire Service said several new wildfires sparked by lightning were discovered in the Lillooet Fire Zone. It warns more fires may pop up due to hot weather and wind.
Yankees rally in sixth inning, whip Blue Jays 16-5
June 29, 2024
The Toronto Blue Jays had the good vibrations of their mini two-game win streak wiped out by the booming bats of the New York Yankees on Friday.
Voters head to polls for Toronto byelection, all eyes on whether Liberals hold seat
June 24, 2024
Residents of Toronto—St Paul's will head to the polls today to vote for a new member of parliament for their riding.
‘Icons of the Prairies’: One Alberta man’s quest to preserve Nanton’s grain elevators
June 24, 2024
An Alberta man is continuing efforts to restore and protect historical grain elevators in a town south of Calgary.
McDavid, Oilers ready for Cup climax: ‘Dreamt of yourself playing in that game’
June 24, 2024
Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers face the Florida Panthers in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final Monday — the last hurdle in an improbable journey this season.
NATO chief warns Russia may support North Korea’s weapons programs as Putin visits
June 19, 2024
Putin, on a state visit for talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, vowed to deepen trade and security ties and to support the North against the U.S.
Biden offers citizenship path for migrant spouses of Americans. Here’s how
June 19, 2024
The new policy announced would give roughly half a million immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens but lack legal status a pathway to citizenship for them and their children.
Energy stocks help nudge S&P/TSX composite higher, U.S. stock markets mixed
June 19, 2024
Strength in the energy sector helped Canada's main stock index inch higher on Tuesday as the price of oil moved up.
Mississauga residents head to polls to elect city’s next mayor
June 10, 2024
Residents of Mississauga, Ont., will be going to the polls today to elect the city's next mayor.
Rescuers analyzing aerial videos for clues in search for missing B.C. climbers
June 10, 2024
Squamish Search and Rescue says teams have been analyzing video footage obtained through aerial searches via aircraft and drones in the hopes of locating the missing climbers.
Bill to mark transgender and two-spirit day passed by Manitoba legislature
May 31, 2024
There was acrimony in the Manitoba legislature Thursday as politicians passed a bill to designate March 31 an annual day to recognize two-spirit and transgender persons.
Blue Jays top Yankees 3-1 in series opener
April 16, 2024
Chris Bassitt provided a quality start and Alejandro Kirk had two hits as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees 3-1 on Monday night at Rogers Centre.
Alberta government announces wage offer for AUPE workers during collective bargaining
April 16, 2024
The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees said negotiations should take place in good faith and at the bargaining table, not through the press.
B.C. plants milestone 10 billionth tree since reforestation efforts began
April 16, 2024
Forests Minister Ralston planted the milestone tree in Surrey’s Green Timbers Urban Forest Park, where B.C.’s reforestation efforts began nearly a century ago.
Florida abortion ban upheld by court, but voters will soon have a say
April 2, 2024
The Florida Supreme Court ruled 6-1 to uphold the state's ban on most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, meaning a ban on six weeks could soon take effect.
Human case of bird flu reported in Texas linked to cattle: U.S. CDC
April 2, 2024
It is the second-ever case of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza identified in a person in the United States, the last reported in Colorado in 2022.
Yankees rally for 10-9 exhibition win over Jays
March 17, 2024
Steward Berroa and Daulton Varsho had two hits apiece as the Toronto Blue Jays dropped a 10-9 decision to the New York Yankees in spring-training action Saturday.
Police arrest two at protest that delayed Trudeau event, including Rebel News host
March 17, 2024
Toronto Police say they arrested two people at a pro-Palestinian protest, including a reporter for online media outlet Rebel News.
David Eby rejects Poilievre letter asking B.C. to stop carbon tax hike
March 17, 2024
Poilievre's letter said the carbon pricing system set up by Trudeau is an imposition on the provinces that requires them to accept an ever-increasing levy.
Trump’s hush-money trial delayed until mid-April, judge cites last-minute evidence dump
March 16, 2024
Justice Juan Merchan's decision to delay the first-ever criminal trial of a former U.S. president marks another victory for Donald Trump.
Edmonton’s Connor McDavid ‘motivated’ ahead of game against Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon
March 16, 2024
For Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, there’s a little something extra riding on Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche.
Accounting fix could improve B.C. fiscal estimates, says auditor general
March 12, 2024
B.C.'s auditor general says the provincial government is using more up-to-date information to forecast income tax revenue, something he expects to improve financial estimates.