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What does a ‘human caused’ wildfire actually mean in B.C.
There have been 877 wildfires in B.C. so far this season, and 411 of those were caused by humans.
$7K raised for survivor of fatal Kelowna daylight attack
“Any money raised above and beyond that will go towards helping Carrie with her new fight and goal to challenge and change the laws in British Columbia regarding domestic abuse.”
Residents about to pay up for big Penticton city hall bills
The savings are dwindling at Penticton city hall if taxes don't go up.
Contractor handed $150K fine after Kamloops concrete collapse
The March collapse left one electrician with minor injuries at the downtown Kamloops job site.
Proposed North Thompson copper mine aims for 2028 approval
It could be one of Canada's largest open pit mines.
iN NUMBERS: Unemployment numbers for Kamloops and Okanagan
If someone told you, “you look like you have a case of the Mondays,” today, maybe you wish you were part of these unemployment statistics.
iN VIDEO: Lively hummingbirds bicker over territory in Penticton garden
"They were making those funny little sounds and dive bombing each other."
Vernon chiropractor convicted of sexually assaulted client loses appeal
He was a long history of sexual misconduct against his clients.
Wildfire evacuated chickens fly the coop in Armstrong
"The community has been funny about it. People... are having fun with it.”
Suspicious grassfires in Vernon’s Commonage; RCMP looking for witnesses
Both grassfires were quickly extinguished.
iN PHOTOS: Remnants of historic rail town near Merritt includes last KVR water tower
iNwheels
It is a scenic stop for those exploring the southern Interior.
iN NUMBERS: The latest figures on B.C. wildfires
Are you keeping track or trying not to think about it?
Should tourists still come to the Okanagan? It depends who you ask and where they’re going
Across the province around 8,000 people have been ordered to evacuate.
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
LONDON (AP) — Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it’s no longer just standard spicy margs and bloody marys. Bartenders are getting experimental to create the perfect combination with a kick. “The same way that you want to season...
More Americans say extreme heat has affected their travel, sleep and bills than just two years ago: new AP-NORC poll
WASHINGTON (AP) — More Americans say extreme heat has affected their travel, sleep and bills than just two years ago: new AP-NORC poll.
Firefighters get a handle on Spokane wildfires as tens of thousands remain evacuated
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Firefighters have taken advantage of cooler weather to begin getting a handle on wildfires that have displaced tens of thousands of people around Washington state's second-largest city, but hotter, drier and breezier days lie ahead. Officials...
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
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.
iN DISCUSSION: Is name recognition the way to choose a local candidate to vote for?
"We've been pondering how to cover this municipal election."
Wildfire destruction mounts in B.C. Interior, structures lost on 120 more properties
iNhome
VERNON — Wildfire destruction in British Columbia’s Interior continued to mount on Wednesday, with authorities…
Amazon, workers ordered by B.C.’s labour board to reach deal via binding arbitration
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s Labour Relations Board has ruled in favour of using binding arbitration…
WestJet cabin crew union shares specifics of deal reached with airline after strike
CALGARY — The union representing WestJet cabin crew has shared details of the tentative deal…
In the news today: Vigil for Calgary boy, New wildfire report, Muskoka teen drama
iNhome
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Vigil held for Calgary boy, 11, found dead in pipe system after disappearance
CALGARY — A vigil was held outside Calgary’s city hall on Wednesday evening for an…
Pakistan army helicopters airlift bodies of famed climber Purja and 4 others killed in avalanche
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani military helicopters on Thursday airlifted the bodies of five climbers from…
What to know as Germany investigates an explosive drone at a key cargo airport
BERLIN (AP) — For the second time in just over two years, Germany’s Leipzig/Halle Airport…
Youngest Black professor at Cambridge resigns as university investigates allegations of plagiarism
LONDON (AP) — A British sociologist who became famous as the youngest Black professor ever…
WestJet cabin crew union shares specifics of deal reached with airline after strike
CALGARY — The union representing WestJet cabin crew has shared details of the tentative deal…
Internal DFO memo warns Trump-backed bill threatens right whale survival
ST. JOHN’S — Staff at the federal Fisheries Department are worried the United States government…
John Carpenter turns a hell-elevator dream into ‘Cathedral’ graphic novel and album
LOS ANGELES (AP) — John Carpenter has often collaborated with those closest to him throughout…
This organ will play one composition until 2640. It’s redefining how slowly music can be played
HALBERSTADT, Germany (AP) — A small organ in eastern Germany is the headliner of the…
Luke Kuechly’s game film study, preparation helped shape Panthers linebacker’s Hall of Fame career
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — There were mornings when St. Xavier High School football coach Steve…
Stefon Diggs gives the Commanders a proven receiver behind Terry McLaurin
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Commanders added needed depth at wide receiver with the…
Lights go out and Yankees offense goes dark again in latest power outage at the plate
NEW YORK (AP) — Some lights atop Yankee Stadium briefly went dark a couple of…
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