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April 15 2026 06:00 PM
Universal Ostrich Farm owner suing sister over historic real estate agreement
They wanted to live like "one big happy family" but it didn't work out that way.
Maduro says ‘I was captured’ as he pleads not guilty to drug trafficking charges
NEW YORK (AP) — A defiant Nicolás Maduro declared himself “the president of my country” as he protested his capture…
BC realtor who assaulted colleague, client, while high on drugs at open house loses licence
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He collapsed, regained consciousness, and became violent.
Environment Canada warns of heavy rain or snow for parts of B.C. including Vancouver
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VANCOUVER — A series of rain and snowfall warnings are in place for parts of British Columbia, with Metro Vancouver…
Three arrested, abducted woman rescued in Kamloops
She went to a gas station and asked for help when the van she was being held captive in, ran out of fuel.
Kamloops-born actor to make late night debut on Fallon
Hudson Williams stars as Shane Hollander in the Canadian drama Heated Rivalry.
Jail for banned Okanagan driver who rammed police car while drunk
"He put everyone on the road that day in danger,” the judge said.
Kelowna may lower fees for home builders in response to complaints
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“Both the Urban Development Institute and Canadian Homebuilders Association - Central Okanagan have made note of several ways in which City actions could make new development more viable, until the market recovers.”
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians deal with ‘economic whiplash’
More than a third of people in B.C. who participated in a survey say they're $200 away from running out of money each month.
Logan Lake man plans to buy new car after $1M lottery win
He also plans to take a few trips.
iN PHOTOS: A stroll through the historic Summerland Ornamental Gardens
The six-hectare public garden has colourful blooms and stunning views.
Death at Vernon Winter Carnival office deemed suspicious: RCMP
“The circumstances surrounding the person’s death are considered suspicious in nature and we are reaching out to the public for information that may help advance our investigation."
Coldstream man busted going 207 km/h on Okanagan Connector
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“That’s obviously a dangerous speed, and nowhere near the already-generous speed limit.”
Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
WACONIA, Minn. (AP) — In these polarizing times, Minnesotans have found something they can agree on — the thrill of a meat raffle. Meat raffles have been popular in pockets of the U.S. for decades, offering a fun way to...
Kelowna may lower fees for home builders in response to complaints
“Both the Urban Development Institute and Canadian Homebuilders Association - Central Okanagan have made note of several ways in which City actions could make new development more viable, until the market recovers.”
Photos show damage after Russian strike in Kyiv, Ukraine, as residents take shelter
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Residents surveyed the damage and took shelter Thursday following a Russian strike on a residential area in Kyiv, Ukraine. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors. A woman speaks via a phone in...
First Nations overdose deaths in B.C. drop in 2025, but still disproportionally high
VANCOUVER — The number of overdose deaths of First Nations in British Columbia dropped by about a third in 2025 but the population continues to be disproportionately impacted by the province's toxic drug crisis that has killed more than 18,000...
April 15 2026 11:00 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Why sitting as an independent politician may be a good thing
"MLAs Tara Armstrong and Amelia Boultbee both quit within months the BC Conservative Party that got them elected. Armstrong will be recalled over it. Boultbee said on social media she plans to remain an independent, may have been her strategy all along."
April 13 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: How history will judge America’s war with Iran
"Twenty-five years or so from today, students of history will look back at the tipping point that signalled America’s decline as the singular world power with the most control of the fate of everyone on Earth."
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
B.C. tables another First Nation treaty ratification, but overlap concerns persist
VICTORIA — The Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. has reached a major milestone in…
First Nations overdose deaths in B.C. drop in 2025, but still disproportionally high
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VANCOUVER — The number of overdose deaths of First Nations in British Columbia dropped by…
April 15 2026 06:00 PM
B.C. tables another First Nation treaty ratification, but overlap concerns persist
VICTORIA — The Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. has reached a major milestone in…
April 15 2026 04:01 PM
Christine Fréchette has been sworn into office as Quebec’s second female premier
QUÉBEC — Christine Fréchette has officially been sworn in as Quebec’s premier, the second woman…
April 15 2026 03:32 PM
Meet neffy: Health Canada approves epinephrine nasal spray for anaphylaxis
TORONTO — Health Canada has approved the first needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions:…
April 16 2026 12:00 AM
Floodwaters inundate Wisconsin streets, trapping drivers, as Midwest rebuilds after storms
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Floodwaters from record rainfall in Wisconsin inundated streets Wednesday, trapping…
April 15 2026 11:53 PM
Lionel Rosenblatt, whose advocacy for refugees began with derring-do in Vietnam, dies at 82
BANGKOK (AP) — Lionel Rosenblatt, who as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer carried out an…
April 15 2026 11:33 PM
Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impact
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The Iran war had greatly complicated the global strategic landscape, Defense…
The ‘becoming Chinese’ meme shows China’s soft power moment is here
BANGKOK (AP) — Have you “become Chinese”? In recent months, 20-somethings around the world have…
Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury found Wednesday that entertainment giant Live Nation, which hosts…
‘Spaceballs’ sequel, ‘Thomas Crown Affair’ previewed at CinemaCon, but no Bond updates
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The cast and filmmakers behind the “Spaceballs” sequel including Bill Pullman…
Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon; Steven Spielberg previews ‘Disclosure Day’
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Christopher Nolan gave theater owners a thrilling glimpse of “The Odyssey”…
April 15 2026 11:15 PM
Shohei Ohtani pitches but doesn’t bat for first time since 2021. He’s still sore from a hit-by-pitch
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani struck out 10 as the starting pitcher for the…
April 15 2026 11:00 PM
Tigres reach CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals despite a 3-1 loss to the Sounders
SEATTLE (AP) — UANL Tigres lost the match but won their series on away goals…
April 15 2026 10:41 PM
Jackson Merrill’s walk-off double caps 5-run 9th, Padres beat Mariners 7-6
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jackson Merrill hit a walk-off, two-run double to cap San Diego’s…
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