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Okanagan drought a ‘wake up call’ to plan long-term, minister says
"The conditions are awful."
AI-powered wildfire cameras were in play during Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon
“We detected it and sent a notification to the fire department.”
Panel: Acquitted 2018 WJC players breached Hockey Canada code of conduct
CALGARY — An independent appeal board has ruled that five players from Canada’s 2018 world junior team acquitted last year…
The Latest: White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave at the month’s end
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave the administration at the end of the month to spend more time…
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
iNwine
First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
How to help out Okanagan wildfire evacuees
Those fortunate enough to still be in their own home smay want to help out.
Partial solar eclipse, meteor shower a feast for skygazers in Canada
TORONTO — A partial solar eclipse was visible across the Maritimes, Ontario, Quebec and other parts of Canada on Wednesday…
iN PHOTOS: Campers unplug at picturesque sites in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are a few provincial sites and several free sites available.
Kamloops cops search for arson suspect after dumpster fire
"The suspect appears to arrive on a bicycle wearing a backpack and a hat.”
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
iNwheels
“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
Hotel Eldorado not the only obstruction to connecting Kelowna waterfront paths
It could be a long road to complete a one-kilometre stretch.
Polson Artisan Night Market entertains with weekly thematic evenings
Every Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm in Polson Park, the Polson Artisan Night…
‘A waiting game’: Future uncertain for Summerland family after house razed by wildfire
“The only thing that really hit hard was my daughter’s bed frame, it was the only thing left standing. That just hit. That’s where my kids grew up.”
Once shaped by court rituals, China’s imperial cuisine lives on today
BEIJING (AP) — It is said that Empress Dowager Cixi once dreamed of a pastry during the final decades of imperial China. The same treat was served to her at breakfast the following morning. Delighted, she summoned her chef and...
Massachusetts House and Senate move toward housing goals
Massachusetts is facing a housing crisis, and the clock is ticking. The state needs to build 222,000 new homes by 2035 to meet demand, according to Gov. Maura Healey’s office. “And those homes have to be affordable to households at...
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
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: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
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."
B.C. issues protection order for Salmon River watershed as fish spawn
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has issued a new temporary protection order for the…
‘Lucky’ collapsed on Amsterdam street. Did he go missing in Vancouver in 1994?
VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say they are working with Dutch counterparts and Interpol to determine…
In the news today: Trade talks bring hope, Russian missile strikes, Alberta AI debate
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Some premiers optimistic about trade talks with U.S. ahead of extended deadline
OTTAWA — Some premiers say they’re optimistic about Canada’s progress in reaching a trade deal…
Poilievre invites Iran’s exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi to visit Canada
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has invited the former crown prince of Iran, who…
Pulitzers and American Library Association launch ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ touring exhibit
NEW YORK (AP) — Barbara Kingsolver, Percival Everett and Daniel Kraus will be among the…
Why Taiwan and the South China Sea matter to the US and the world
BEIJING (AP) — When U.S. Sen. Darline Graham struggled to answer in a debate whether…
A Russian missile and drone barrage kills at least 16 in Ukraine’s Kyiv region
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia pounded the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and the surrounding region with…
States pour taxpayer dollars into college sports as athlete pay, soaring costs squeeze budgets
Win or lose, the North Carolina Tar Heels already will be in elite company when…
Some premiers optimistic about trade talks with U.S. ahead of extended deadline
OTTAWA — Some premiers say they’re optimistic about Canada’s progress in reaching a trade deal…
Pulitzers and American Library Association launch ‘Pulitzer on the Road’ touring exhibit
NEW YORK (AP) — Barbara Kingsolver, Percival Everett and Daniel Kraus will be among the…
Jazz pianist Oliver Jones to be laid to rest in a public funeral in Little Burgundy
MONTREAL — Montreal will pay a final tribute to legendary jazz pianist Oliver Jones in…
A new college football season brings CFP tweaks, new rules and jersey patches among the changes
A new college football season brings plenty of hopes, discussion and changes. Here are the…
German Cup faces disruption with fans planning major protests against VAR
BERLIN (AP) — The first round of the German Cup faces disruption this weekend with…
Morning rain delays England’s reply to Pakistan’s 171 all out on Day 2 of first test
LEEDS, England (AP) — The start of play on Day 2 of the first test…
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