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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.
Vernon murder trial moved to Kamloops as lack of facilities deemed unfair to accused
The Lumby man is accused of murdering his ex-wife.
Maya, 17, got mental health records by FOI, then killed herself. Her mom wants reform
VANCOUVER — Maya Cassady was just two months away from graduating high school with honours when she obtained her mental…
Internal strife on Kamloops council over $211M arts centre groundbreaking
Some felt a groundbreaking ceremony while facing a potential 10% tax hike was "not the best timing."
BC teacher who met student on Grindr gets 8 year ban
The teacher hooked up with the student after they graduated.
Kamloops mayor snubs FOI request; city says it’s powerless
"The city cannot compile the potentially responsive records without the mayor's cooperation, which, to date, has not been forthcoming,"
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…
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 biker did 253 km/h in a 60 zone, but court says 10 months jail too harsh
iNwheels
He also filmed himself going 180 km/h in downtown Kelowna.
How RCMP in BC came to formulate a plan to kill
The goal was to remove him from the residence for arrest, have him shot, or let him burn to death.
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...
Congress hears drug seizures at U.S.-Canada border dropping despite Republican claims
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials told a hearing on Capitol Hill on Tuesday that there's been a significant drop in drug seizures at the border with Canada.Acting Deputy Chief Jason Schneider told the House committee on border...
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."
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…
Victor Dodig succeeds Darren Entwistle as Telus CEO after 25-plus years at helm
One of Canada’s largest telecommunications companies has officially transitioned to new leadership after more than…
Congress hears drug seizures at U.S.-Canada border dropping despite Republican claims
iNwheels
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials told a hearing on Capitol Hill on…
Celebrations mark Canada Day across the country as separatist movements emerge
OTTAWA — Canadians are gathering across the country on Wednesday to celebrate a country grappling…
After more than 150 years, the RCMP’s Musical Ride is still a living symbol of Canada
OTTAWA — The RCMP’s celebrated Musical Ride is almost as old as Canada itself. Speaking…
AP’s long-time Supreme Court reporter Mark Sherman reflects on front row seat to legal history
WASHINGTON (AP) — ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mark Sherman has covered the Supreme Court for The Associated Press…
IOC says it will not give Olympic team status to Greenland and Faroe Islands
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Greenland and the Faroe Islands will not be recognized as separate…
Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland
ECONE, Switzerland (AP) — A group of traditionalist Catholics directly defied Pope Leo XIV on…
Congress hears drug seizures at U.S.-Canada border dropping despite Republican claims
iNwheels
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials told a hearing on Capitol Hill on…
Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort
A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to temporarily halt a requirement that journalists…
Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort
A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to temporarily halt a requirement that journalists…
Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor and activist Danny Glover, best known for starring as an…
Canadiens sign forward Ivan Demidov to eight-year, US$73-million extension
BROSSARD — Ivan Demidov is staying in Montreal for the long haul. The Canadiens signed…
Eli Willits, Josue De Paula, Jesús Made among players picked for MLB All-Star Futures Game
NEW YORK (AP) — Washington Nationals shortstop Eli Willits, the top overall pick in last…
IOC says it will not give Olympic team status to Greenland and Faroe Islands
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Greenland and the Faroe Islands will not be recognized as separate…
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