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iN PHOTOS: Signs of drought in Okanagan, Kamloops
The crisis is affecting residents, fish and wildlife.
Angry BC teacher who grabbed students’ phones gets reprimanded
A BC French teacher who snatched students’ phones and laptops without asking, seemed angry and annoyed and raised her voice,…
BC teacher’s ‘unprofessional language’ gets her suspended, reprimanded
A BC teacher who used unprofessional language in an email to a parent about another student received a one-day suspension…
Vernon RCMP officer accused of ‘discreditable conduct’
A Vernon RCMP constable stands accused of discreditable conduct. Vernon North Okanagan RCMP Const. Shaun Miranda is alleged to have…
BC toddlers win $2,500 after parents have dispute with daycare: Human Rights Tribunal
Two young children who were booted out of a BC daycare after their parents had a falling out with staff,…
Private security company says crime on rise in downtown Kelowna despite falling crime rate
The latest crime data for Kelowna shows the city’s situation is improving but a security company in the downtown core…
BC LNG worker awarded $2,000 after company forced drug test
A painter who slipped and twisted his ankle while working at the LNG project in Kitimat has been awarded $2,000…
Princeton RCMP arrest person for starting a fire
“Any activities that escalate wildfire danger are strictly prohibited and will be addressed immediately."
iN NUMBERS: Aircraft lead the attack on BC wildfires
If you want to get a good look, watch from the shore because boaters can get in the way.
Peachland mayor suspends bylaw, welcomes wildfire refugees to beach front
“People understand the situation, and in our town when something like this happens a lot of residents step up to help."
Hotel Eldorado files for injunction against Kelowna boardwalk takeover
"The city refuses to engage further with Hotel Eldorado and, instead, opts to bully the hotel into doing what the city thinks should happen."
‘It’s déjà vu’: Bradley Creek wildfire evacuees waiting to go home say they’ve been here before
It's been almost two weeks since OKIB members and residents became wildfire evacuees.
The latest on wildfires in Okanagan, Kamloops
“The Emergency Operations Centre is deploying a rapid damage assessment team to assess readiness for re-entry."
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
B.C. home sales weighed down by Lower Mainland, fall almost 7 per cent in July
VANCOUVER — A weak market in the Lower Mainland is weighing on homes sales in British Columbia, with both transactions and average prices falling in July.The British Columbia Real Estate Association says 6,561 residential property sales were recorded in the...
Torrential rain near Tokyo causes flooding and paralyzes traffic, killing 1
TOKYO (AP) — Record-breaking heavy rain pounded eastern Japan Thursday, flooding roads and homes, paralyzing traffic and causing power outages to tens of thousands of homes near Tokyo, officials said. At least one person was found dead. The Japan Meteorological...
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: Impact of climate change on wildfire season can’t be ignored
"There will be a fire season next year and the year after. This isn't going away."
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.
What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.’s wildfire emergency
Premier David Eby has said British Columbia’s wildfire season turned “brutal,” with a ferocious blaze…
Man extradited from Mexico to Vancouver in 1996 murder of Muriel Lindsay
VANCOUVER — Police in Vancouver say a Mexican national has been charged with second-degree murder…
Canadian judge denies Russian cargo airline sanctions relief
OTTAWA — A Federal Court judge has shot down a plea for sanctions relief from…
What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.’s wildfire emergency
Premier David Eby has said British Columbia’s wildfire season turned “brutal,” with a ferocious blaze…
Fact File: Claims Liberal MP voted in House of Commons while in China are false
OTTAWA — After Liberal MP Shaun Chen announced Monday his plans to resign his seat…
Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order
WASHINGTON (AP) — The battle over the Kennedy Center’s future escalated Thursday as President Donald…
Chile moves hundreds of inmates to a new prison as President Kast ramps up security push
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — The Chilean government transferred nearly 300 high-risk inmates to a…
Man used a screwdriver to kill his wife and daughter at a Minnesota daycare, police say
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A man used a screwdriver to fatally stab his wife and their…
Canadian judge denies Russian cargo airline sanctions relief
OTTAWA — A Federal Court judge has shot down a plea for sanctions relief from…
Fact File: Claims Liberal MP voted in House of Commons while in China are false
OTTAWA — After Liberal MP Shaun Chen announced Monday his plans to resign his seat…
Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order
WASHINGTON (AP) — The battle over the Kennedy Center’s future escalated Thursday as President Donald…
Jury selected for trial of former gang leader accused of ordering Tupac Shakur’s killing
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A jury of 6 men and 10 women was selected Thursday…
Amy Hunt wins 200 final for her second sprint gold at European Championships
BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Amy Hunt pulled away from British teammate Dina Asher-Smith down the…
Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli’s no-hit bid ends after 6 2/3 innings against Cubs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli’s no-hit bid against the Chicago Cubs on…
Siniakova, Zhang win doubles crown, Rybakina to meet Swiatek in NBO singles final
TORONTO — Czechia’s Katerina Siniakova and China’s Shuai Zhang defeated Italy’s Sara Errani and American…
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iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…