Elevate your local knowledge
Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!
If humans cause wildfires, shouldn’t they be banned from the backcountry?
“If the intention is to reduce the number of wildfires, you're going to have to remove everybody."
UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC accuse FIFA of ‘deception’ and ‘breach of trust’ over World Cup plans
Soccer powerbrokers in Europe, North America and Asia and believe FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s recent plan to sell an interest…
Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people
CALI, Colombia (AP) — A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing at least 111 people, damaging…
Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
iNwheels
PENTICTON — When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a wildfire roared towards Summerland, B.C.,…
Tighter spending, more revenue brings B.C. deficit down to $7.7B, minister says
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the final accounting for the budget year ending in March shows a deficit…
20,000 evacuees fled ferocious B.C. wildfire. These are some of their stories
PENTICTON — The explosive wildfire that roared down on Summerland, B.C., forced about 20,000 people to flee over the weekend.…
iN PHOTOS: Wildfire smoke creates haunting atmosphere in the Okanagan, Kamloops
In the midst of the wildfire emergency, photographers are capturing the eerie smoke and changing skies.
iN NUMBERS: Where to go to escape the smoke in Okanagan, Kamloops
If you’ve got cash and vacation time you’re probably wondering where you could go for a breath of fresh air.
iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…
More jail for Knox Mountain arsonist who had ‘little grasp on reality’
The judge told the court he was clearly divorced from reality.
Suspect arrested after brush fire in Salmon Arm
"The investigation remains ongoing and we continue to seek additional witnesses."
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes earlier than expected. Rising temperatures and low rainfall are accelerating ripening, forcing producers to adapt as they work to preserve the quality of their wines....
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources of information about the fate of their community to fill an official void, even as authorities warn against the risk of misinformation.They’ve been turning to...
What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.’s wildfire emergency
Here are key facts about the Bald Range wildfire that exploded within hours of its detection in British Columbia's south Okanagan region on Aug. 7. B.C. officials declared a provincewide state of emergency the next day, with Premier David Eby...
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
iN DISCUSSION: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
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."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
iNhome
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources…
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
Montreal police chief offers new details on dismantling of Montreal-Nord patrol unit
MONTREAL — Montreal police Chief Fady Dagher says three officers have been suspended since a…
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
iNhome
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources…
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
Britain’s Andy Green sets another speed record, this time in a hydrogen-powered car
iNwheels
WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The only person to break the sound barrier in a car…
Judge again bars Trump administration from implementing order that sought to limit mail voting
BOSTON (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday ruled against President Donald Trump’s executive order…
The Latest: Primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota test the Democratic Party’s direction
Primary elections are taking place in six U.S. states on Tuesday — Alabama, Connecticut, Minnesota,…
Britain’s Andy Green sets another speed record, this time in a hydrogen-powered car
iNwheels
WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The only person to break the sound barrier in a car…
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
Sir Rod Stewart calls off remaining tour dates after coronary stent procedure
NEW YORK (AP) — Sir Rod Stewart will be unable to continue his “One Last…
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin
A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos,…
Britain’s Andy Green sets another speed record, this time in a hydrogen-powered car
iNwheels
WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The only person to break the sound barrier in a car…
Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will both get playing time for Raiders in preseason opener
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Raiders quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza will both play Thursday…
Gauff advances on walkover after Bencic withdraws from NBO Toronto with hip injury
TORONTO — Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic is pulling out of the National Bank Open due to…
Featured Shorts
iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…
TRENDING NOW: WWE moves ineffectively on a bull
Talk about taking the bull by the horns.
TRENDING NOW: Dogs vs. lemons, the struggle is real
Every tried to feed your dog a lemon?