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Kamloops MLA Peter Milobar leaves BC Conservative Party
He said his values "don't align" with the party's new direction under new leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
Okanagan man who groped woman in Osoyoos bar jailed
He argued he was helping the woman wipe up a drink that someone had spilled on her.
Interior Health has written off $54M in unpaid medical bills for non-Canadians
The health authority is taking a Qatari man to court over $254,000 in unpaid medical bills.
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 12:10 a.m. Australia and Paraguay played…
Pop diplomacy: Eurovision gives Canada a chance to flex ‘soft power,’ expert says
OTTAWA — Canada should dust off its sequins and get ready to dazzle Europe, a historian said Thursday after the…
‘You should believe me’: B.C. murder suspect says ex-wife’s death was like a suicide
The ex-husband of Tatjana Stefanski, who is accused of stabbing her to death in rural British Columbia in 2024, has…
Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes
LA GUAIRA, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas…
Workers’ have rights when it comes to wildfire smoke in Okanagan, Kamloops
“It is illegal for employers to threaten, dismiss, discipline, intimidate or pressure you for following health and safety laws.”
WinCon Kelowna takes over Capri Hotel with first-ever tabletop convention
From Dungeons & Dragons to Settlers of Catan, many will be out to celebrate three…
Why Merritt closed the backcountry and no one else will
The Merritt mayor said it was a "no-brainer" but other local government's won't follow suit
Migrant farm workers ‘scattered’ as Summerland wildfire displaces thousands
The Mexican farm workers don't have access to emergency social services.
Kamloops issues cease and desist to its own mayor
Hamer-Jackson's penchant to cling to past grievances and conflicts with staff and council has been a theme throughout his term.
Cultural Themed Dinners Bring Food, Music and Traditions from Around the World to Kamloops
The flavours, music and traditions of different cultures will come together in Kamloops as the Cultural Themed Dinners 2026 invite the community to share a meal while discovering stories and traditions from around the world. Presented by the Valid Dreams...
He wandered two quake-shattered landscapes. Now an AP photographer reflects on what his lens saw
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — He moved through the aftermath of two deadly earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia, documenting the damage to structures, neighborhoods and — most importantly — human lives. All through it, Associated Press photographer Fernando Vergara kept one...
Passenger train derails and 11 people injured after carriages overturn in southern England
LONDON (AP) — A passenger train derailed Thursday in southern England, seriously injuring two people and causing minor injuries for nine others after three carriages overturned, the British Transport Police said. The Southern Rail train from Victoria station in London...
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
CP NewsAlert: Peter Milobar exits B.C. Conservatives to sit as Independent
KAMLOOPS — B.C. opposition finance critic Peter Milobar says he is now sitting as an…
Man seriously injured in stranger attack after AC/DC concert in Vancouver
VANCOUVER — A man has been seriously injured in what police call a stranger attack…
Canada sanctions five Iranian officials over blockade of Strait of Hormuz
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced new sanctions today on five Iranian officials…
Osborne to finance, Kahlon to health in B.C. cabinet shuffle: Eby
VANCOUVER — B.C. Premier David Eby has rearranged his cabinet after Finance Minister Brenda Bailey…
Court approves $4.5M settlement in WestJet flight attendant harassment case
A British Columbia court has approved a $4.5-million settlement in a class-action lawsuit over workplace…
Italian Carabinieri recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse artworks worth millions
MILAN (AP) — Italian authorities recovered three artworks by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions…
Russian drones kill a woman and 9-year-old son at home as Ukrainian civilian casualties surge
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian jet-powered drones struck a home in northern Ukraine on Friday,…
Army identifies identifies 2 Fort Hood helicopter pilots killed in Apache crash
The Army on Friday identified the two Fort Hood helicopter pilots who were killed when…
Osborne to finance, Kahlon to health in B.C. cabinet shuffle: Eby
VANCOUVER — B.C. Premier David Eby has rearranged his cabinet after Finance Minister Brenda Bailey…
Track preparation problems delay practice at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham
MARKHAM — Organizers of the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham have apologized to spectators…
Italian Carabinieri recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse artworks worth millions
MILAN (AP) — Italian authorities recovered three artworks by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions…
Man seriously injured in stranger attack after AC/DC concert in Vancouver
VANCOUVER — A man has been seriously injured in what police call a stranger attack…
Ticats coach Milanovich not surprised by Roughriders QB Harris’s success at 40
HAMILTON — Scott Milanovich isn’t the least bit surprised to see Trevor Harris still playing…
Rogers ends ‘Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi’ broadcasts after 18 years on air
“Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi” won’t be back on the air when the NHL resumes…
Canadian world record holder McIntosh misses 400m freestyle final at Pan Pacifics
IRVINE — Summer McIntosh has missed the A final in the 400-metre freestyle at the…
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