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April 19 2026 10:00 AM
Okanagan Humane Society ordered to pay $3,000 for adopting out owner’s pets
The pet owner only wanted the humane society to keep them on a temporary basis.
Swiss investigators believe sparkling candles atop wine bottles ignited fatal bar fire
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland (AP) — Investigators said Friday that they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles ignited a fatal fire at…
Property values up across most of Southern Interior: BC Assessment
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“The Southern Interior’s total assessments increased from about $323 billion in 2025 to almost $330 billion this year."
BC city continues its New Year’s hangover holiday
The decades-long local tradition extends the winter holidays for an extra day.
Teen hit in crosswalk awarded $900,000 by BC court
She has been left in lifelong pain, but the court still found the injuries were not "catastrophic."
iN NUMBERS: Noah most popular baby name in BC in 2025
If you named your baby Noah, that was a trendy move since it was the most popular name of 2025.
iN PHOTOS: Fascinating ice formations in Kamloops, Okanagan
Residents are taking photos of the frozen Memorial Fountain in Osoyoos.
Penticton-Summerland MLA leaves BC Conservatives to end action-packed rookie year
“No one can deny that it's upsetting and that constituents are entitled to be upset about it. I acknowledge that they voted for a party banner. But ultimately, there was no way that I could maintain my own integrity and work with that man.”
Not much celebration planned for 4/20 in Okanagan, Kamloops
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“It is a Monday, it's a weekday, and Mondays are like, ‘ugh, Monday.’ But why not start the week right?"
iN NUMBERS: How British Columbians feel about Canada’s NHL teams
Which Canadian NHL team do you think has the best chance of bringing the Stanley Cup home?
Invasive Siberian elm trees frustrating for Kamloops, Okanagan gardeners
"It's an ongoing problem for the gardening community here, you learn to live with it the best you can."
Vernon chiropractor convicted of sexually assaulting patient launching appeal
The 61-year-old has a history of sexual misconduct.
Case dropped against BC restaurateur accused of defrauding Penticton winery
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The civil dispute is still ongoing.
Case dropped against BC restaurateur accused of defrauding Penticton winery
The civil dispute is still ongoing.
Fire destroys 1,000 homes in a Malaysian coastal village on Borneo Island
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — A fire that tore through a Malaysian coastal settlement on Borneo Island destroyed about 1,000 homes and displaced over 9,000 people, authorities said. The fire started early Sunday in the Sandakan district and spread rapidly...
Powerful winds and reported tornadoes rip through the Midwest, leaving heavy damage but no deaths
A trail of damaged homes and buildings dotted a wide swath of the U.S. on Saturday after a burst of destructive winds and reported tornadoes tore off roofs, uprooted trees and rendered rural roads impassable with debris. No deaths were...
Not much celebration planned for 4/20 in Okanagan, Kamloops
“It is a Monday, it's a weekday, and Mondays are like, ‘ugh, Monday.’ But why not start the week right?"
April 17 2026 10:20 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Debate over access to MAID highlighted in lawsuit against BC hospital
"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.
First Nations say Eby backs down again, now seeks joint path on B.C. Indigenous law
VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby has backed down again on the pausing of…
Protesters outside Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival marking 1 year after 11 were killed
VANCOUVER — It was to be a day of reflection and remembrance a year after…
April 20 2026 01:13 AM
In the news today: Gas tax pause, Canada Post voting begins, Mary Simon visits UN
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
April 20 2026 01:00 AM
Water levels on Ottawa River expected to peak as spring flood concerns grow
GATINEAU — Dozens of homes and streets are at risk of flooding as water levels…
April 20 2026 01:00 AM
Federal pause on gasoline, diesel tax takes effect today, after Iran fuel price spike
OTTAWA — Ottawa’s temporary suspension of some fuel taxes kicks in today, with Canadians likely…
April 20 2026 02:00 AM
UK police arrest 2 in connection with weekend arson attack on synagogue
LONDON (AP) — British police have arrested two teenagers in connection with a weekend arson…
April 20 2026 01:48 AM
EU hosts Palestinian leader in conference about security and peace in Gaza and the West Bank
BRUSSELS (AP) — More than 60 nations are sending representatives to Brussels to discuss with…
April 20 2026 01:45 AM
British Prime Minister Starmer faces angry lawmakers over Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will try on Monday to get a…
In the news today: Gas tax pause, Canada Post voting begins, Mary Simon visits UN
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Federal pause on gasoline, diesel tax takes effect today, after Iran fuel price spike
OTTAWA — Ottawa’s temporary suspension of some fuel taxes kicks in today, with Canadians likely…
In the world of dynamic pricing, here’s when you should buy concert and game tickets
Your favourite artist is coming to town, or your favourite team is heading to the…
‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ is no match for ‘Super Mario’ or ‘Hail Mary’ at the box office
“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” and “Project Hail Mary” dominated the North American box office…
April 19 2026 11:36 PM
Wembanyama revels in safety of Hall of Famers, fans in playoff debut as Spurs top Blazers
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — It has proven almost as difficult to rattle Victor Wembanyama as…
April 19 2026 11:30 PM
Golden Knights rally past Mammoth 4-2 in Game 1 as Nic Dowd nets the winner
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nic Dowd redirected Noah Hanifin’s shot from the point to put…
April 19 2026 11:29 PM
Former Iowa State women’s basketball star Audi Crooks commits to Oklahoma State
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Former Iowa State center Audi Crooks, the second-leading scorer last season…
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