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April 22 2026 10:30 AM
Kamloops school district fails to block FOI request, again
The school district argued it's part of a failed effort to "uncover a conspiracy of unlawful tendering and procurement practices."
Son’s mobility challenge sparks idea for new Kelowna arcade
This new business is part arcade, part exercise.
Winter wallop continues across Canada, cancelling classes and stranding trucks
WINNIPEG — Winter continued its late-December march east across Canada Friday, closing classes and stranding trucks. Schools in many areas…
The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what to know
Yes the darkest day of the year is here, but that means brighter days are ahead. Sunday is the shortest…
Justice Department releases limited set of files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department released thousands of files Friday about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the incomplete…
Don’t bet on a white Christmas in Kamloops and the Okanagan
"In general terms we're not looking for anything that's going to get an extensive sort of snowfall.”
Alberta Next panel recommends ditching RCMP, referendum to quit CPP
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s hand-picked panel re-examining the province’s relationship with Ottawa says it’s time to ditch the…
Some Okanagan cities in drought are already restricting water use
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“Unfortunately, at this time, it's not standardized across the valley what different drought stages mean."
Okanagan hockey coach convicted for taking photo of wife in shower
And his behaviour didn't end there.
Thompson-Okanagan teams join new BC junior hockey league
“We continue to take measured and thoughtful steps to build our junior hockey pathways in B.C."
iN PHOTOS: Spring animal babies on farms in Okanagan, Kamloops
The babies can be seen keeping close to their moms and suckling milk, creating adorable moments.
Coquihalla closed after semi fire starts wildfire, causes toxic spill
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The Coquihalla Highway between Merritt and Hope is currently closed.
Penticton councillor calls for another supportive housing audit
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It's pitched as a follow-up to a 2022 audit that examined the progress of three supportive housing sites in Penticton.
Case dropped against BC restaurateur accused of defrauding Penticton winery
The civil dispute is still ongoing.
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
NAHUNTA, Ga. (AP) — Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. were intensifying Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and forcing evacuations and school closures in some communities. Some of the biggest blazes were along Georgia’s coast and between...
Repeat of Bearman’s high-speed crash to be ‘avoided’ under changes to F1 regulations, FIA says
A repeat of the high-speed crash which left Oliver Bearman limping and alarmed the Formula 1 paddock “should basically be avoided” with regulation changes starting from next week's race in Miami, F1's governing body says. Bearman was traveling at around...
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 20 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: You need a sense of humour as a baseball umpire
"After decades of umpiring baseball games, I can tell you a sense of humour is indispensable."
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."
Police investigating overnight extortion-related shooting in Surrey, B.C.
SURREY — Police are investigating after another case of shots fired at a building in…
Coquihalla Highway reopens between Hope and Merritt after trailer fire
COQUIHALLA — The main highway linking British Columbia’s Lower Mainland to the Interior has reopened…
April 22 2026 10:02 AM
Senator blames Trump administration’s ‘insulting’ rhetoric for tourism slump
WASHINGTON — A Democrat from New Hampshire has blamed the Trump administration’s “insulting” rhetoric for…
April 22 2026 09:49 AM
CP NewsAlert: Young person invites finding of guilt in Ottawa terror case
OTTAWA — An Ottawa youth is inviting a judge to find him guilty of terrorism…
April 22 2026 09:41 AM
Frank Stronach’s second sexual assault trial postponed to May 2026
TORONTO — Canadian businessman Frank Stronach’s second sexual assault trial has been pushed back to…
April 22 2026 10:31 AM
An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’
NEW YORK (AP) — To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, “Heated…
April 22 2026 10:30 AM
Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80
ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman…
April 22 2026 10:30 AM
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
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NAHUNTA, Ga. (AP) — Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. were intensifying Wednesday after destroying…
Royals to build a $1.9B ballpark at Crown Center as part of a $3B downtown KC redevelopment project
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals are moving from their longtime home…
Air Canada jet involved in near-miss at New York airport: FAA
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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reports a near-miss incident involving an Air Canada…
An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’
NEW YORK (AP) — To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, “Heated…
Drake fans continue to visit ‘Iceman’ structure as it’s melted down by Toronto fire
TORONTO — Fans continued to gather around Drake’s now-crumbling tower of ice blocks on Wednesday…
April 22 2026 10:31 AM
An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’
NEW YORK (AP) — To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, “Heated…
April 22 2026 10:16 AM
Liam Rosenior fired as Chelsea manager after dreadful run and less than 4 months in job
Liam Rosenior has been fired as Chelsea manager after a desperate Premier League run of…
April 22 2026 09:52 AM
Players to watch, including familiar names and new faces, around the SEC following spring
The Southeastern Conference showcases standouts and stars every year. Some are known commodities while others…
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April 20 2026 08:00 PM
TRENDING NOW: Pup fights evil water monster
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April 19 2026 08:00 PM
TRENDING NOW: The robot revolution is on pause
Robots can be scary. Remember those robot dogs Boston Dynamics built?