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MLS receives formal bid to relocate Vancouver Whitecaps to Las Vegas
VANCOUVER — An investor group out of Las Vegas isn’t the only party interested in…
Suspension for BC teacher who sent dozens of inappropriate emails to student
"You are a wonderful young woman even if you drive your teacher crazy,” an email read.
The Latest: Trump says he’s ‘not satisfied’ with Iran’s new peace plan
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Iran has handed over its latest proposal for negotiations with the United States to mediators…
‘Ridiculous’: Penticton city councillor takes stand, denies sexually abusing young boy
"You befriended this boy because you knew he was disadvantaged… you slowly gained his confidence and trust."
Eby says Burnaby, B.C., hospital expansion will go ahead, despite cancelled contract
BURNABY — Plans for a hospital expansion in Burnaby, B.C., are not dead, despite the…
Vernon sex offender’s conviction quashed over ‘community centre’ definition
The crux of the issue is whether a hocky rink parking lot is a community centre?
Feds to hike max fine for airlines abusing passenger protection regulations to $1M
OTTAWA — The federal government plans to quadruple to $1 million the maximum fine for…
B.C.’s legislature looks into changes as MLA avoids censure after using Nazi slogan
VICTORIA — Politicians in B.C.’s legislature say they are looking into whether they can close…
Health Canada approves 2nd generic version of Ozempic — and it’s Canadian
TORONTO — Health Canada has approved the second generic version of brand-name Ozempic, this one…
BC store that barred disabled worker from bringing service dog to work on the hook $40,000
The store owners also made hurtful comments.
Kelowna puts finishing touches on preparation for return of short-term rentals
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The province allowed the city to opt-out of short-term rental restrictions as of June 1.
Expert prediction grim as gas prices hit $2 in Kamloops, Okanagan
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“My prediction is we'll be in for a summer of very high prices that will continue throughout the summer and even longer.”
Prosecutors release video of armed man storming correspondents’ dinner
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal prosecutors released a video Thursday showing the moment authorities say a…
Young Canadians want AI companies to make their chatbots less addictive: report
OTTAWA — A new report focusing on the perspectives of young people says the government…
TRENDING NOW: The most chill accident victims, ever
Talk about a stress-free accident.
Filmmakers race to make best short film in Okanagan this weekend
“It's a really good way of fine tuning your skillsets as filmmakers and just having a fun weekend to do something creative and not overthink the script."
Five B.C. health construction contracts axed, including Burnaby Hospital’s new phase
VICTORIA — The B.C. government says construction contracts for five health-care projects have been cancelled,…
Another bank takes Kamloops mayor to court as debts climb
Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson plans to run for re-election in October.
Minister says B.C. expects billions from feds for forestry if U.S. talks fail
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s forests minister says he expects billions in additional federal support for…
Takeaways from Hegseth’s first hearings in Congress since the start of Iran war
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared before Congress at a pair of hourslong…
BC Green Party tries to shut down controversial Kelowna MLA
“We must defend the integrity and trust of BC’s Legislative Assembly.”
Iran to play 2026 World Cup games in United States: FIFA president
VANCOUVER — FIFA president Gianni Infantino says Iran will play World Cup games in the…
76-year-old Vernon man guilty of sexually assaulting widow
He claimed he was having a medical episode at the time of the assault.
B.C. trials may have to be delayed, moved, or suspects freed over transportation woes
VANCOUVER — The Supreme Court of British Columbia says staffing and space issues may see…