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iN VIDEO: Heron drops in on paddleboarders on Kal Lake
“Even people on the boats around us were saying they hadn’t seen anything like that either.”
Developer takes Kelowna to court again over controversial highrise project
Appelt Properties filed a petition to the Supreme Court arguing that the City of Kelowna’s denial of its variance application back in May was unfair, unreasonable and asked the court to reject the city’s decision.
iN PHOTOS: The seven snakes of the Thompson-Okanagan
Several species of snakes are slithering around Kamloops and the Okanagan during the warmer months, and some residents are getting…
Rainy weekend ahead for Okanagan, Kamloops
"The system is going to be provoking some instability so looks like plenty of shower activity.”
UPDATE: Kamloops courthouse threat prompts evacuation, lockdown
The building was evacuated around 9 a.m., but it's not yet clear why.
iN VIDEO: Disgruntled heron squawks at kayaker in South Okanagan
A blue heron at Yellow Lake near Penticton appeared to be frustrated with a local videographer floating by on a…
Kelowna murder suspect charged with breaking communication order while in custody
Bailey McCourt's killing has led to changes in the law.
‘Dark place:’ Victim gives emotional speech as judge give Osoyoos chef 5 years for sexual assault
After being charged, he toyed with the system causing endless delays.
Kamloops city hall seeking manager to lead $40M in fundraising for major projects
City hall is taking over the fundraising campaign, seeking millions in donations for two massive Build Kamloops projects.
Salmon Arm cops look for three suspects in home invasion homicide
Police think the suspects left in a black Chrysler 300 sedan with three matching wheels, a solid steel wheel on the rear passenger side and a sunroof.
Three fires in a row has West Kelowna RCMP suspecting arson
A suspicious man with "weird hair" was spotted walking away from one of the fires.
Kelowna teacher, acquitted of child luring after ‘drunk’ Instagram texts, still gets ban
He had access to her private photos and videos and opted to comment on them one night.
Nine premiers agree to direct-to-consumer alcohol sales from out-of-province
The premiers of nine provinces announced Tuesday that they're removing major barriers to interprovincial sales of alcohol.Provincial rules will be changed to allow brewers and distillers to sell alcohol directly to consumers regardless of jurisdiction.The agreement knocks down a number...
US Virgin Islands’ housing authority accused of corruption as federal funding is suspended
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. government announced Monday it suspended funding for the U.S. Virgin Islands’ housing authority after an investigation found widespread corruption, as residents still struggle to recover from two major hurricanes that hit nearly...
BC Hydro to triple EV-charging network to 3,500 ports by 2035
British Columbia's Crown power utility is planning to add more than 2,500 public charging ports for electric vehicles, tripling the size of its network by 2035.The province's Transport Ministry says the expansion of BC Hydro's network to 3,500 ports will...
Cancer society applauds certification of class-action against e-cigarette maker Juul
VANCOUVER — The Canadian Cancer Society says Canada's federal and provincial governments need to strengthen regulations of vaping products to stem more youth addiction to nicotine, as e-cigarette marketing practices are poised to be put on trial in a national...
iN DISCUSSION: Diving deeper into the Okanagan arts scene
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
THOMPSON: Hurricanes teach discretion and resilience
"Hurricanes are as much a part of growing up in Florida as long, hot summers."
iN DISCUSSION: MLA Boultbee’s behaviour part of growing concern in provincial politics
"It’s still unusual in BC politics, unprecedented in my experience, different, new, worthy of public note but also a growing concern if you count fellow rogue MLAs Dallas Brodie and Tara Armstrong on this pole."
B.C. review board finds suspected police killer unfit for trial
A man accused of first-degree murder in the 2022 killing of RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang…
Here are the latest numbers on British Columbia’s wildfire season
VANCOUVER — Wildfire and government officials in British Columbia have provided an update on the…
B.C.’s Brunswick Creek wildfire triggers more evacuations
Evacuation orders in B.C.’s Fraser Canyon are spreading as the Brunswick Creek wildfire continues to…
B.C. review board finds suspected police killer unfit for trial
A man accused of first-degree murder in the 2022 killing of RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang…
Here are the latest numbers on British Columbia’s wildfire season
VANCOUVER — Wildfire and government officials in British Columbia have provided an update on the…
Iran’s demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio tells Asian leaders
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Asian leaders Wednesday that…
Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination to challenge Democrat Katie Hobbs for Arizona governor
PHOENIX (AP) — U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs, a fierce ally of President Donald Trump and…
Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine pushed on with its fight against Russia’s invasion under new…
Heat warnings expand across B.C. as wildfire smoke sparks air quality concerns
SQUAMISH — Heat and air quality warnings now cover the lower two-thirds of British Columbia,…
Premiers back urgent, intense Canada-U.S. trade talks as higher tariffs loom
CHARLOTTETOWN — Several premiers came out of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on…
Detective says D4vd ordered chain saws, body bags in hearing to decide if singer should go to trial
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Singer D4vd ordered a body bag, chain saws, an inflatable pool…
Kaylee Hottle, deaf ‘Godzilla’ actor, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two “Godzilla” films,…
Vargas hits winning single in 10th as Diamondbacks rally to beat A’s 6-5 after blowing lead in 9th
PHOENIX (AP) — Ildemaro Vargas hit a game-winning single in the 10th inning and the…
Suárez homers against former team and Burns throws 5 scoreless innings as Reds beat Mariners 4-2
SEATTLE (AP) — Eugenio Suárez homered against his former team and Chase Burns pitched five…
Ureña, Soler and Adell lead the Angels to a 5-1 victory over the Cardinals
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Walbert Ureña pitched six innings of one-run ball, Jorge Soler and…
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