Karen Edwards
Originally from southern Ontario, Karen Edwards moved out west after completing her journalism diploma at Durham College. She first began reporting in northern Alberta for a small town newspaper. The busy two-person newsroom taught Karen the importance of accurate and fast reporting. Now working for iNFO News, she is excited to report in a larger community. Karen has written for all kinds of news, including education, crime and mental health. Her background also includes video journalism and documentary production.
Rising rental costs leaves longtime Kamloops resident with no home
KAMLOOPS – A long-time Kamloops resident says the city’s competitive rental market has pushed her…
Take a look at who’s running for Kamloops council so far
KAMLOOPS – We are still months away from municipal elections in B.C. but that hasn't…
Cherry Creek residents expect flooding to worsen before it improves
CHERRY CREEK – Flooding continues to cause several problems in a small community outside of…
City holds public hearing tonight on retail cannabis in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops city council is holding a public hearing tonight as the city gets…
Future of McArthur Island golf course could be decided tomorrow
KAMLOOPS – After two open houses and an online survey for public input, Kamloops city…
How a Kamloops ‘stripsical’ is trying to combat misogyny
KAMLOOPS – Performers from Kamloops's burlesque scene are getting ready to hit the stage next…
Extras casting call for movie being filmed around Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – A company filming a movie in and around Kamloops is looking for extras.…
Man injured in Vernon shooting
VERNON – A 21-year-old man was shot in Vernon early yesterday morning. RCMP say officers…
Third theft this year leaves Kamloops garden centre owner wondering why she’s a target
KAMLOOPS – After getting hit with their second theft earlier this spring, the owner of…
Kamloops youth facing housing insecurities need more support
KAMLOOPS – Volunteers are getting ready to hit the streets next week in the second…
Pro-pipeline rally at Kamloops city hall next week
KAMLOOPS – The founders of Rally 4 Resources are getting ready for a pro-pipeline rally…
People sleeping in cars outside Emerald Centre in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – With the closure of the Stuart Wood winter shelter last month, Emerald Centre…
Panhandling complaints on the rise in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The number of calls about panhandling received by bylaw enforcement has increased by…
Kamloops volunteer wants more discussion on temporary overnight shelters
KAMLOOPS – A group aimed to help fight homelessness in Kamloops will be offering an information…
How a single parent family is left out by the living wage in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – There are countless reasons why a parent may be raising their children on…