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May 01 2026 06:00 PM
Suspension for BC teacher who sent dozens of inappropriate emails to student
"You are a wonderful young woman even if you drive your teacher crazy,” an email read.
Child advocates urge government to bring back online harms legislation
OTTAWA — The dangers children face online constitute a national emergency, a coalition of child advocates and medical organizations said…
Canadians are betting record sums online — and falling in debt. Here’s how to dig out
Rob Kilner’s clients carry gambling debts ranging from a few thousand dollars to more than a quarter million. One lost…
syilx children vow to ‘save the world’ one seedling at a time
“In 10 years, it’ll be an absolutely changed landscape. It will have a changed feel to it — it will become an ecosystem unto itself.”
iN PHOTOS: First snowfall at high elevation lakes in Kamloops, Okanagan
A dusting of snow transforms landscapes around picturesque fishing resorts.
HOUSING CRISIS: Enderby mom can’t afford rent, wintering in RV with kids
iNhome
“It’s definitely a hit on my self esteem about being a mom. I want to provide a good, safe home for my children and I’ve been unable to find anything.”
The problem with Penticton’s new anti-racism bylaw
"How do we ensure free speech is encouraged and speech that crosses the line is not? Is it the recipient? Is it the person that investigates the speech, is it the courts?"
‘Ridiculous’: Penticton city councillor takes stand, denies sexually abusing young boy
"You befriended this boy because you knew he was disadvantaged… you slowly gained his confidence and trust."
Vernon sex offender’s conviction quashed over ‘community centre’ definition
The crux of the issue is whether a hocky rink parking lot is a community centre?
BC store that barred disabled worker from bringing service dog to work on the hook $40,000
The store owners also made hurtful comments.
Kelowna puts finishing touches on preparation for return of short-term rentals
iNhome
The province allowed the city to opt-out of short-term rental restrictions as of June 1.
Expert prediction grim as gas prices hit $2 in Kamloops, Okanagan
iNwheels
“My prediction is we'll be in for a summer of very high prices that will continue throughout the summer and even longer.”
Filmmakers race to make best short film in Okanagan this weekend
“It's a really good way of fine tuning your skillsets as filmmakers and just having a fun weekend to do something creative and not overthink the script."
Dancing is permitted: Victory for Shuswap food truck hit with $11,000 liquor fine
The liquor inspectors said she'd broken the rules, but had no evidence to back it up.
Kelowna puts finishing touches on preparation for return of short-term rentals
The province allowed the city to opt-out of short-term rental restrictions as of June 1.
California woman charged with manslaughter in death of man killed by her son an on e-motorcycle
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California woman has been charged with manslaughter after an 81-year-old man who was struck by her teen son on an e-motorcycle died from his injuries, prosecutors said Friday. On April 16, Tommi Jo Mejer's 14-year-old...
Suspected cocaine, fentanyl, mushrooms seized as two arrested in Kelowna, B.C., bust
KELOWNA — Two men have been arrested in a co-ordinated bust in British Columbia's Interior that saw police seize more than 10 kilograms of illicit substances along with other items related to a drug distribution operation.RCMP in Kelowna, B.C., say...
April 28 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: The power of The Complaint
"I'd like to make a complaint about our complaint departments."
April 27 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: History won’t be kind to Republicans who support Donald Trump
"How much longer can the folks who voted for Donald Trump stand by him? That is more or less a rhetorical question because the answer is all-too-obvious."
April 24 2026 10:35 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Please don’t feed wildlife
"If I have had one consistent peeve through my life it's feeding wildlife."
Hearing into Myles Gray’s death delayed again until fall, 11 years after death
VANCOUVER — The long-anticipated public hearing into the police-involved death of Myles Gray in 2015…
Owner says Gary the African serval will suffer under B.C. exotic cat ban
LANGLEY — As he curls up on a couch beside his owner, it’s easy to…
May 01 2026 04:47 PM
Canada won’t use energy, critical minerals as ‘leverage’ in trade talks: PM
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will not use energy or critical minerals…
May 01 2026 04:45 PM
Hearing into Myles Gray’s death delayed again until fall, 11 years after death
VANCOUVER — The long-anticipated public hearing into the police-involved death of Myles Gray in 2015…
May 01 2026 04:01 PM
Father charged with killing son, 5, daughter, 3, found in vehicle in Calgary
CALGARY — Police laid murder charges Friday against a Calgary father a day after he…
May 01 2026 06:30 PM
Plane carrying pickleball players crashes in Texas Hill Country, killing all 5 on board
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A small plane carrying pickleball players crashed among trees in Texas…
May 01 2026 06:26 PM
Bard College’s president to retire after scrutiny of relationship with Jeffrey Epstein
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. (AP) — The longtime president of Bard College announced his retirement Friday, months…
May 01 2026 06:00 PM
The Latest: Trump says he’s ‘not satisfied’ with Iran’s new peace plan
iNwheels
Iran has handed over its latest proposal for negotiations with the United States to mediators…
Canada won’t use energy, critical minerals as ‘leverage’ in trade talks: PM
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will not use energy or critical minerals…
Minister says Liberals want committees ‘open’ after Tories accuse them of secrecy
OTTAWA — As the Conservatives accuse the government of abusing its new-found majority powers, government…
Gerry Conway, comic book writer who co-created Punisher character in Spider-Man, dies at 73
Gerry Conway, a renowned comic book writer who helped create characters and stories for Marvel…
Fugees rapper Pras reports to prison to begin 14-year sentence
SAFFORD, Ariz (AP) — Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel of the Fugees has reported to…
May 01 2026 06:30 PM
Always a Runner wins the 152nd Kentucky Oaks, the first to run under the lights in prime time
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Always a Runner won the 152nd edition of the Kentucky Oaks…
May 01 2026 06:30 PM
MLS receives formal bid to relocate Vancouver Whitecaps to Las Vegas
VANCOUVER — An investor group out of Las Vegas isn’t the only party interested in…
May 01 2026 05:53 PM
Robinson fined $50,000, Daniels fined $25,000 for roles in Knicks-Hawks altercation
NEW YORK (AP) — Mitchell Robinson of the New York Knicks was fined $50,000 and…
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