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Vernon man who shot at girlfriend loses appeal
As he has more than 30 convictions, it's unclear what difference losing one would have meant.
iN VIDEO: Lightning storm electrifies sky over Kamloops
“The storm was intense."
Federal Appeal Court grants B.C. ostriches stay of cull pending appeal
A flock of nearly 400 British Columbia ostriches that gained international fame after they were…
B.C. Public Safety Minister says program funding targets repeat violent offenders
SURREY — Public Safety Minister Garry Begg says the provincial government is boosting funding for…
TRENDING NOW: Customized hand sanitizer dispenser for the win
Someone made a hilarious customization to the hand sanitizer dispenser. Without going into too much…
Kamloops air ambulance firm claims bias; sues over lost government contract
The contract generated 25% of its revenue.
Suspension for BC lawyer who punched 80-year-old in the face
Just before the punch, the lawyer was sitting on the hood of the senior's classic Corvette.
Control zones set up in Fraser Valley, B.C., after Newcastle disease detected
CHILLIWACK — The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has put up controls on the movements of…
Kelowna pedestrian killed on Harvey in two-car crash
“We wish to express our sincere appreciation to the individuals who stopped to render assistance at the scene.”
Vernon woman dies in family fight; suspect arrested
“The suspect was released from police custody pending a future court date and is bound by several conditions.”
Brampton mayor ‘cautiously optimistic’ about Bishnoi gang terrorist designation
OTTAWA — Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown said Friday he’s “cautiously optimistic” about the chances of…
‘I was shocked’: Kamloops woman bitten by rattlesnake in backyard
“I felt tinging in my mouth, tongue and throat. I puffed up all the way to the armpit.”
CSIS says it took steps against dozens of employees over misconduct last year
OTTAWA — Canada’s spy service says it closed 34 misconduct cases last year and concluded…
Kamloops RCMP looking for tips after assault victim dies from his injuries
“Based on the investigation so far, it is suspected that Bradley may be the victim of an assault and could have received his injuries hours before he was located.”
Starving German shepherd puppies in Thompson-Nicola surrendered to BC SPCA
The six German shepherd mix puppies were seven months old, underweight and dehydrated when they were surrendered to animal protection officers.
Wildfire of note downgraded in B.C., remains burning out of control
A recent soaking of rain in northeastern British Columbia has helped to remove the one…
Gord’s Appliances: Something For Every Budget
Business Spotlight
Gord’s Appliances is a top-rated Kamloops institution that has been selling quality home appliances and…
THOMPSON: Trying to make sense of the senseless hate in the US
"Killing and revenge and lawlessness and political hatred are as American as apple pie and baseball."
‘We cannot waste any time’: Anand promises ‘action’ and reform in foreign affairs
OTTAWA — Faced with escalating conflict in the Middle East, a collapsing global trade system…
Two major wildfires in northeast B.C. downgraded after rain, leaving one fire of note
The BC Wildfire Service says recent rain in the province’s central Interior and northeast has…
B.C. NDP caucus asks RCMP to investigate Rustad’s claim of MLA blackmailers
The chair of British Columbia’s NDP caucus has written to the RCMP requesting an investigation…
B.C. mall owner’s push to buy 25 Hudson’s Bay leases faces landlord opposition: docs
TORONTO — An agreement Hudson’s Bay signed to sell about two dozen leases to a…
Victoria council backs plan to tackle declining social order in B.C.’s capital
VICTORIA — Victoria Mayor Marianne Alto says she’s “thrilled” councillors have signalled support for a…
B.C. coroner won’t call inquest into death of woman, hit by police anti-riot rounds
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s chief coroner is taking the unusual step of not calling an…