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April 15 2026 06:00 PM
Universal Ostrich Farm owner suing sister over historic real estate agreement
They wanted to live like "one big happy family" but it didn't work out that way.
West Kelowna squares invite beginner dancers to the floor
Get your dancing shoes on, West Kelowna.
Pacific storm moves over B.C. in latest wintry blast, bringing snow and wind warnings
VANCOUVER — There’s another slight chance of sea-level snow in Metro Vancouver as a new weather system makes landfall in…
BC PST expansion spurs calls for municipal exemptions
"Without intervention, these increased costs will be passed directly on to municipal taxpayers."
Registration of U.S. nurses in B.C. soars amid recruitment push
This summer, Alex Alvarez will pack her belongings and make the 3,500-kilometre trek with her husband, young son and Boston…
Eby says he had ‘frank discussion’ with U.S. ambassador on lumber dispute, tariffs
VICTORIA — B.C. Premier David Eby says he had a “frank discussion” with U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra about the cross-border…
Conservatives seek to remove barriers to alcohol shipments across provincial borders
OTTAWA — The federal Conservatives are pushing to allow Canada Post to ship alcohol between provinces, saying the Liberals have…
Kelowna may lower fees for home builders in response to complaints
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“Both the Urban Development Institute and Canadian Homebuilders Association - Central Okanagan have made note of several ways in which City actions could make new development more viable, until the market recovers.”
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians deal with ‘economic whiplash’
More than a third of people in B.C. who participated in a survey say they're $200 away from running out of money each month.
Logan Lake man plans to buy new car after $1M lottery win
He also plans to take a few trips.
iN PHOTOS: A stroll through the historic Summerland Ornamental Gardens
The six-hectare public garden has colourful blooms and stunning views.
Death at Vernon Winter Carnival office deemed suspicious: RCMP
“The circumstances surrounding the person’s death are considered suspicious in nature and we are reaching out to the public for information that may help advance our investigation."
Coldstream man busted going 207 km/h on Okanagan Connector
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“That’s obviously a dangerous speed, and nowhere near the already-generous speed limit.”
Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
WACONIA, Minn. (AP) — In these polarizing times, Minnesotans have found something they can agree on — the thrill of a meat raffle. Meat raffles have been popular in pockets of the U.S. for decades, offering a fun way to...
Kelowna may lower fees for home builders in response to complaints
“Both the Urban Development Institute and Canadian Homebuilders Association - Central Okanagan have made note of several ways in which City actions could make new development more viable, until the market recovers.”
Storms rip across Michigan, flooding streets and damaging ice arenas
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Crews worked to restore power for thousands of people in Michigan on Wednesday after powerful overnight storms tore part of the roof off an ice arena, flooded streets and uprooted trees near the University of...
First Nations overdose deaths in B.C. drop in 2025, but still disproportionally high
VANCOUVER — The number of overdose deaths of First Nations in British Columbia dropped by about a third in 2025 but the population continues to be disproportionately impacted by the province's toxic drug crisis that has killed more than 18,000...
April 15 2026 11:00 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Why sitting as an independent politician may be a good thing
"MLAs Tara Armstrong and Amelia Boultbee both quit within months the BC Conservative Party that got them elected. Armstrong will be recalled over it. Boultbee said on social media she plans to remain an independent, may have been her strategy all along."
April 13 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: How history will judge America’s war with Iran
"Twenty-five years or so from today, students of history will look back at the tipping point that signalled America’s decline as the singular world power with the most control of the fate of everyone on Earth."
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
B.C. tables another First Nation treaty ratification, but overlap concerns persist
VICTORIA — The Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. has reached a major milestone in…
First Nations overdose deaths in B.C. drop in 2025, but still disproportionally high
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VANCOUVER — The number of overdose deaths of First Nations in British Columbia dropped by…
April 15 2026 06:00 PM
B.C. tables another First Nation treaty ratification, but overlap concerns persist
VICTORIA — The Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. has reached a major milestone in…
April 15 2026 04:01 PM
Christine Fréchette has been sworn into office as Quebec’s second female premier
QUÉBEC — Christine Fréchette has officially been sworn in as Quebec’s premier, the second woman…
April 15 2026 03:32 PM
Meet neffy: Health Canada approves epinephrine nasal spray for anaphylaxis
TORONTO — Health Canada has approved the first needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions:…
April 15 2026 08:45 PM
What to know about Atlanta-area attacks that killed 2, including a federal worker
ATLANTA (AP) — A man who had immigrated to the U.S. has been charged in…
April 15 2026 08:15 PM
Hungary’s Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Hungarian opposition leader and election winner Péter Magyar said Wednesday that…
April 15 2026 08:15 PM
Pope demands the ‘chains of corruption’ be broken during visit to Cameroon
YAOUNDE, Cameroon (AP) — Pope Leo XIV arrived in Cameroon on Wednesday where he delivered…
The ‘becoming Chinese’ meme shows China’s soft power moment is here
BANGKOK (AP) — Have you “become Chinese”? In recent months, 20-somethings around the world have…
Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury found Wednesday that entertainment giant Live Nation, which hosts…
Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon; Steven Spielberg previews ‘Disclosure Day’
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Christopher Nolan gave theater owners a thrilling glimpse of “The Odyssey”…
The ‘becoming Chinese’ meme shows China’s soft power moment is here
BANGKOK (AP) — Have you “become Chinese”? In recent months, 20-somethings around the world have…
April 15 2026 08:31 PM
Rockies’ Troy Johnston and Willi Castro leave game after being hit by pitches vs. Astros’ Arrighetti
HOUSTON (AP) — Colorado’s Troy Johnston and Willi Castro both left Wednesday night’s loss to…
April 15 2026 08:30 PM
Yordan Alvarez goes deep and Spencer Arrighetti fans 10, lifting the Astros past the Rockies 3-1
HOUSTON (AP) — Yordan Alvarez hit his seventh home run of the season and Spencer…
April 15 2026 08:30 PM
Singer leading Jackie Robinson festivities collapses before White Sox game against Rays
CHICAGO (AP) — A singer leading the “Jackie Robinson Day” festivities before the Chicago White…
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