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Kamloops man demands new trial, in “limbo” after murder conviction overturned
BC prosecutors dropped the charge despite the federal government ordering a new trial four years ago.
iN NUMBERS: How safe British Columbians are (or aren’t) feeling
The pollsters at Angus Reid checked in with a broad sample of British Columbians to ask them just how they feel about safety.
Don’t expect spike in arrests after B.C. ends drug decriminalization: police chief
The chief of Victoria’s police department supports ending drug decriminalization in British Columbia, but says she doesn’t expect to see…
iN PHOTOS: Okanagan, Kamloops show off for Google Street View, Maps
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To date, the cars have captured more than 10 million miles of images and some of them are bizarre.
Heavy snow in southern Ontario and Quebec shutters schools, snarls commutes
Heavy snow hammered much of southern Ontario and parts of Quebec on Thursday, shuttering schools and causing commuter chaos throughout…
Carney: Canada entering ‘new era’ in relationship with Beijing
BEIJING — Canada is entering a “new era of relations” with China and the stage is set for talks on…
iN PHOTOS: Scenes from June bike rave in Kelowna
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You might have seen this funky street procession.
Kelowna Ribfest brings all the flavour
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Kelowna Ribfest is almost here! Running Friday, July 3, 4, and 5, the event is…
Kamloops CAOs were paid $1.12M last year
With a pair of salaries and a settlement agreement, the cost of chief administrative officers in Kamloops was unusually high.
Shuswap dentist pleads guilty to sending harassing messages, breaching court order
He's already been fined $100,000 and sent to jail.
Thunderstorm watch to cap off a dry June for Kamloops, Okanagan
"Some of them have a risk of a thunderstorm in there as well, more so for tonight.”
Kelowna Ribfest brings all the flavour
Kelowna Ribfest is almost here! Running Friday, July 3, 4, and 5, the event is sure to bring mouth-watering flavours and juicy ribs to BBQ enthusiasts. Whether you're spicy or bold, the weekend will host cooking competitions and 13 different...
Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured
ANTWERP, Belgium (AP) — At least six people were killed and many others injured on Wednesday in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of the Belgian city of Antwerp, police said. The blaze was caused by a...
iN PHOTOS: Scenes from June bike rave in Kelowna
You might have seen this funky street procession.
Virginia to allow recreational marijuana to be sold in retail stores beginning in 2027
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Five years after becoming the first Southern state to legalize possession of marijuana, Virginia has approved a legal way to sell it to recreational users. State budget legislation enacted Monday will allow up to 350 cannabis...
iN DISCUSSION: What to do for those who don’t like news
"One reader persistently tells me "there is way too much political topics" here and they are looking for more 'simple good feeling stuff'."
THOMPSON: Black cats, broken mirrors and other superstitions we believe in
"There are people, for example, who will not travel on the 13th day of any month…and even structure their decisions and lives around avoiding the number."
iN DISCUSSION: Prime Minister Carney’s BC condo buyout bungle
"I'm starting to get a disturbingly familiar feeling about Prime Minister Mark Carney."
Teens terrorize Vancouver Island neighbourhood with ‘door-kick challenge’
It started as a harmless prank by teenagers but a homeowner in Nanaimo, B.C., says…
B.C. Conservative leader Findlay retains former rival Milobar in shadow cabinet
VICTORIA — New B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay has kept former rival Peter Milobar and…
Canadian players hope to inspire others with historic World Cup run
LOS ANGELES — After yet another historic performance on Sunday, head coach Jesse Marsch told…
Montreal memorial marks end of shiva for shooting victim
MONTREAL — As heavy rain and strong winds swept through a Montreal park Wednesday evening,…
Separation anxiety: Canada Day evokes emotional mixture in Alberta
CALGARY — Alberta’s separation from the rest of the country was top of mind for…
What to know about fireworks and the risk of wildfires this July 4
With wildfires raging across the western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks just as…
Tropical Storm Douglas forms in Pacific Ocean but doesn’t pose threat to land
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Douglas formed Wednesday in the Pacific Ocean, U.S. forecasters said.…
Palestinians face uncertain future as Gaza marks 1,000 days of war
It’s the 1,000th day of war since a Hamas-led attack on Israel that sparked the…
U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in ‘current form’
WASHINGTON — The United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the U.S. is not renewing…
Canada’s historic World Cup run helps prolong Vancouver restaurants’ business boost
VANCOUVER — The head of B.C.’s Restaurant and Foodservices Association says Canada’s historic run in…
Masked wrestlers flood Mexico’s World Cup streets as fans embrace lucha libre fever
MEXICO CITY (AP) — He’s everywhere: around the stadiums, in the streets, having a beer…
The Onion’s new parody of Alex Jones’ Infowars starts with $100,000 to Sandy Hook families
The satirical news site The Onion isn’t waiting to take possession of Infowars to launch…
Belgium overcomes 2-goal deficit, as US and England keep World Cup dreams alive, in photos
Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with…
Balogun gets US’s go-ahead goal against Bosnia and then red card
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s night in the World Cup’s round of 32…
‘Sends a message’: Maple Leafs sign Sergei Bobrovsky on first day of NHL free agency
Sergei Bobrovsky twice broke the hearts of his new team. The Maple Leafs are hoping…
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