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Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
‘Extremely heartbreaking’: Friends, family mourn Penticton woman’s shooting death
"I've heard people's sides of the story, but they are all different so it's hard to get closure when people are lying about such a horrible event."
Kamloops council asked municipal affairs minister for help with controversial mayor
Kamloops city council had used up all its options to rein in the mayor, but he remained undeterred.
Kelowna reports progress on crime reduction in 2024
There were 16 new RCMP officers and five bylaw officers hired in 2024.
Shuswap RV resort loses appeal of $37,000 sewage leak fine
The RV park argued the fine should be reduced because the risk was "low."
iN VIDEO: Rattlesnake spotted on hike in Kamloops grassland
“It was one of the rare times it rattled before I saw it, it still caught me off guard."
Crystal clear night for full Strawberry Moon viewing in Kamloops, Okanagan
It appears when strawberries are ripening and ready to be gathered.
Suspect arrested after brush fire in Salmon Arm
"The investigation remains ongoing and we continue to seek additional witnesses."
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
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The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Three suspects arrested in Salmon Arm shooting
RCMP said the investigation remains ongoing and further details cannot be released at this time.
Fingers crossed forecast rain hits right spots in Okanagan, Kamloops
“There could be certain locations within the region which see a pretty heavy shower which obviously would be great.”
BC psychologist promoted astrology during therapy session
The regulator says astrology is without proven validity and reliability.
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes earlier than expected. Rising temperatures and low rainfall are accelerating ripening, forcing producers to adapt as they work to preserve the quality of their wines....
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
Auto thefts continue downward trend across Canada, new report shows
OTTAWA — Auto thefts have continued trending downward across the country and the number of reported thefts over the first half of 2026 was 10 per cent lower than in the same period last year, says a new report from...
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: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
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.
Mexican reinforcements arriving for wildfire fight in Summerland, B.C.
PENTICTON — Reinforcements are arriving in the battle against a deadly wildfire on the shores…
B.C. wildfire evacuees told to brace for devastation, as RCMP launch criminal probe
PENTICTON — Heartbroken Okanagan-area officials have told wildfire evacuees to prepare themselves for the level…
In the news today: B.C. wildfire reinforcements, Colombia earthquake, car thefts down
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Mexican reinforcements arriving for wildfire fight in Summerland, B.C.
PENTICTON — Reinforcements are arriving in the battle against a deadly wildfire on the shores…
Montreal police chief to address racism and misconduct allegations at public meeting
MONTREAL — Montreal police Chief Fady Dagher is set to address city officials and take…
Malaysian farmers, environmental groups call for rejection of GMO rice trial
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A coalition of farmers, consumer associations and environmental groups is…
Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — A Syrian court sentenced in absentia ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad…
Trump used elaborate ruse to fly out of Turkey following summit because of Iran threat, report says
President Donald Trump secretly flew out of last month’s NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on…
Driver who broke the sound barrier attempts another land speed record in Utah
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WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The first — and only — person to break the sound…
Tighter spending, more revenue brings B.C. deficit down to $7.7B, minister says
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the final accounting for the budget year ending…
Ben Jones, good ol’ boy ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played the good ol’ boy mechanic in “The Dukes of Hazzard” TV…
Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation gives $4 million to Giller Prize
TORONTO — The Giller Prize, Canada’s largest literary award for fiction, has found a new…
Tarik Skubal struggles with control but bounces back and has ‘a ton of fun’ in Dodgers home debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although Tarik Skubal didn’t meet his own high standards for execution…
McAdoo helps Jays hold on for 2-1 win over Red Sox after controversial sac fly call
TORONTO — Charles McAdoo led off the fifth inning with a home run as the…
Brandon Nimmo’s single in 10th inning helps Rangers beat Angels 4-1 to snap 5-game road skid
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Brandon Nimmo singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning…
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