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June 16 2026 06:00 PM
Why prosecutors wanted a Vernon man found guilty for a stabbing they knew he didn’t do
They argued his participation in the assault rendered him liable as a co-perpetrator.
What’s with the yellow people trying to boost the Central Okanagan’s gig economy
“Inflation has outpaced wages for four years running. I mean, people need to do extra work right now just to kind of fill the gap."
Eby faces ‘complete opposition’ after proposing suspension of DRIPA sections
British Columbia Premier David Eby says he will stake his government on suspending sections of the Declaration on the Rights…
Vancouver police used Pokémon card sting. It was super effective!
VANCOUVER — Up until someone started using bear spray on unsuspecting victims trying to sell their Pokémon trading cards online,…
New provincial rulebook for city councils could see local politicians suspended without pay
Local governments would still have to pay for the investigation, but a new sanction is on the table.
Conservatives call for federal relief at the pumps as Iran war pushes prices up
OTTAWA — The Conservatives are calling on the Liberals to give Canadians some relief at the pumps by suspending federal…
Kelowna Rockets sweep Kamloops Blazers in WHL playoffs
The Rockets may face the WHL regular season leader the Everett Silvertips in the second round.
Crews get a handle on West Kelowna wildfire
BC Wildfire Service said the fire is being held.
Independent review of Kelowna pediatric unit closure backs up staff complaints
"Interior Health has been warned for years, but concerns were not acted on quickly enough, trust with frontline healthcare workers collapsed, and children and families paid the price."
iN PHOTOS: Thompson River valley a mecca for recreation, historical sites and scenic wonders
The Thompson River valley was shaped by glaciation and ancient glacial lakes during the last ice age.
iN NUMBERS: Specialist waitlists worsen impacting patients and doctors
"Action is required now to support our specialists, otherwise, they will leave or find other work.”
Cops inspected 400 trucks in Kamloops handing out dozens of tickets
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Officers were especially focused on cargo securement and tampering with electronic logging devices.
Vernon man killed in rollover on Westside Road
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Two passengers were seriously injured in the rollover.
Okanagan cherry farm fined $15K for dumping cherries
According to the BC environment ministry, it's an "agricultural by-product" that should've been taken to the landfill.
Trump is shifting special ed, civil rights out of Education Department. Here’s what we know
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Education Department is handing off two of its most important functions, giving oversight of special education and civil rights to other agencies. With the latest moves, the department will have shed the vast majority of its...
Cops inspected 400 trucks in Kamloops handing out dozens of tickets
Officers were especially focused on cargo securement and tampering with electronic logging devices.
Police in B.C. seize multiple kilograms of illicit drugs in multi-month operation
SURREY — Organized crime investigators in British Columbia say a multi-month effort against a drug-trafficking operation has yielded the discovery of multiple kilograms of illicit drugs in Metro Vancouver.Police say the investigation began last October against the group that's suspected...
June 16 2026 02:18 PM
iN DISCUSSION: World Cup tough sell in hockey country
"Somehow the hype is missing me. How about you?"
June 15 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: War or humanitarian aid? Trump chose war
"Nobel-Prize-winning economists and other experts agree that the cost of the war with Iran to Americans - even if it stops this year - will exceed $1 Trillion, that’s Trillion. And, more people will die, unnecessarily."
June 15 2026 09:51 AM
iN DISCUSSION: The media’s double standard on the Kamloops residential school graves
"The First Nations that sent their children to that school owe neither me nor you anything."
Wildfire is held in West Kelowna, B.C., after forcing hundreds to flee
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WEST KELOWNA — Joe Gluska, his wife and his daughter had 45 minutes to pack…
B.C. must learn from Site C dam before starting new projects, says environmentalist
VICTORIA — An environmental group is condemning plans by the British Columbia government to consider…
June 16 2026 06:46 PM
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 9:20…
June 16 2026 06:46 PM
Wildfire is held in West Kelowna, B.C., after forcing hundreds to flee
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WEST KELOWNA — Joe Gluska, his wife and his daughter had 45 minutes to pack…
June 16 2026 04:46 PM
Jacob Hoggard needs professional supervision, board said in denying full parole
The Parole Board of Canada rejected Jacob Hoggard’s bid for full parole this month because…
June 16 2026 06:45 PM
UN chief visits Haiti, where a new international force will be deployed to help fight gangs
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres visited Haiti on Tuesday, where surging gang…
June 16 2026 06:45 PM
Rep. Kevin Hern is Oklahoma’s GOP Senate nominee in the latest show of Trump’s clout in the party
U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern easily won Oklahoma’s GOP nomination for U.S. Senate on Tuesday in…
June 16 2026 06:45 PM
The Latest: Trump pick Mike Collins wins GOP nomination for Georgia Senate
President Donald Trump ‘s preferred candidates were doing well in Tuesday’s primaries, securing the Republican…
Carney talks China EVs with Trump at G7 summit, announces Russia sanctions
ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS — Prime Minister Mark Carney appeared to pitch U.S. President Donald Trump on Canada’s…
Cape Verde’s Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer’s push
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — When shown the number of Instagram followers he had gained after…
Rapper Mystikal sentenced to 20 years in Louisiana rape case
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The rapper Mystikal, who received multiple Grammy nominations in the early…
Authorities say they disrupted planned drone, gun attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show
WASHINGTON (AP) — Law enforcement officials disrupted a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump’s UFC…
June 16 2026 06:46 PM
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 9:20…
June 16 2026 06:43 PM
Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — As reigning champions Argentina returned to the World Cup stage…
June 16 2026 06:42 PM
Lionel Messi becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups, striking early for Argentina vs. Algeria
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five…
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