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December 22 2025 07:00 PM
Kamloops man jailed for serving soup at city hall protest won’t face charges
"It's one of those classic civil disobedience, truth-to-power scenarios."
B.C.’s David Eby ‘not seeking’ 2026 election, after year that tested NDP coalition
VICTORIA — It should have been a very bad day for David Eby’s government. But on Dec. 3, the morning…
There’s still hope for a white Christmas in Okanagan, Kamloops
"Your best chance of snow accumulations for the Okanagan and for Kamloops is gonna be Christmas Eve morning."
‘Independent state?’ Proposed referendum question approved on Alberta separation
EDMONTON — Alberta’s election agency announced Monday it has approved a proposed referendum question on the province separating from Canada.…
Carney names friend and former investment banker Mark Wiseman as next U.S. ambassador
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed a global investment banker and pension fund manager to be Canada’s next…
North Okanagan minor hockey ‘incident’ under investigation after rowdy game
Hockey associations are investigating the melee that closed out a U18 hockey game in Vernon.
BC Ferries cancels sailings during busy holiday break due to high winds
VICTORIA — High winds in southwestern British Columbia have forced the cancellation of multiple sailings on a number of key…
Foul play suspected after woman’s death in Merritt
Paramedics were called, but a woman in her 20s died at the scene.
Judge berates Kelowna realtor in bitter court battle with business partner
iNhome
A business deal for Airbnb rentals led to arrests, defamation, firings and a lengthy and very bitter court battle.
Kelowna man wins $31M Lotto Max jackpot in time for the holidays
“I was dumbfounded, there were lots of zeros.”
Kamloops still wants ‘proper’ replacement for shuttered homeless drop-in program
"The Loop was run by volunteers and had no sanction from the provincial government, but we would like to work with the provincial government and BC Housing to come up with a proper facility."
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians on guard against fraud and cybercrime
If you’re frustrated with scam attempts, you can always report them to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
iN PHOTOS: Songbirds to spot on winter walks in Kamloops, Okanagan
The birds can be fun to identify by their unique colour patterns and distinct calls whether they're spotted in backyards or on forest walks.
Interior Health says if you don’t want to do dry January, damp January is still good
"Whether you’re cutting alcohol out of your life completely or cutting down, you may notice some changes in the way you feel."
Judge berates Kelowna realtor in bitter court battle with business partner
A business deal for Airbnb rentals led to arrests, defamation, firings and a lengthy and very bitter court battle.
Former Kelowna trucker jailed for threatening witnesses to get $300K after suing RCMP
Even though he was jailed for threatening witnesses, he still managed to win in court.
Kelowna researchers find magic mushroom microdoses boost mood temporarily
"These findings help clarify when and how microdosing effects are felt.”
December 22 2025 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: There’s no one in the White House protecting democracy or the U.S. Constitution
Trump and his team offer more problems than solutions, more despair than hope.
December 16 2025 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Time to put embarrassing OneBC party behind us
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
December 15 2025 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: The trials and tribulations of being rich in America
"There’s only one way to go on the economic ladder when you’re poor…prosper and become rich. Then, you can suffer with the rest of the idle rich. Probably best to stay poor."
B.C.’s David Eby ‘not seeking’ 2026 election, after year that tested NDP coalition
VICTORIA — It should have been a very bad day for David Eby’s government. But…
B.C. First Nations cautions premier against changing UN law for Indigenous rights
VANCOUVER — First Nations leaders in British Columbia have issued a joint statement criticizing calls…
December 23 2025 01:53 AM
In the news: Trump’s trade-deal asks, Cold grips the west, Harry Potter baking show
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
December 23 2025 01:11 AM
Yukon power grid under ‘significant’ strain as deep freeze grips Western Canada
WHITEHORSE — A deep freeze affecting much of Western Canada has one northern territory urging…
December 23 2025 01:00 AM
B.C. Conservative leadership race will present new vision, unify members: Halford
VICTORIA — It was a surreal moment on a day full of such moments. Trevor…
December 23 2025 03:09 AM
Shelter pets rescued by the revitalized Seuk’s Army in photos
BRANDY STATION, Va. (AP) — Dozens of shelter pets were part of a complex weekly…
December 23 2025 03:00 AM
Thousands turn out in Kabul to cheer on Afghanistan’s traditional buzkashi equestrian games
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Through the dust kicked up by the pounding hooves of a…
December 23 2025 02:47 AM
Ex-aide says Netanyahu tasked him with making a plan to evade responsibility for Oct. 7 attack
JERUSALEM (AP) — A former close aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that immediately…
Alberta chocolatier brings Canadian magic to Harry Potter baking show
An Alberta chocolatier brought a distinctly Canadian flavour to the baking show “Harry Potter: Wizards…
The continental trade pact is up for review in 2026 — here’s what Trump might want
WASHINGTON — A mandatory review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico-Agreement on trade kicks into high gear next…
Alberta chocolatier brings Canadian magic to Harry Potter baking show
An Alberta chocolatier brought a distinctly Canadian flavour to the baking show “Harry Potter: Wizards…
Pulled ’60 Minutes’ segment surfaces on web with Canadian broadcaster’s branding
A segment of the American news program “60 Minutes,” pulled by CBS News prior to…
December 23 2025 03:12 AM
Liverpool’s Alexander Isak sidelined for two months after ‘reckless’ tackle, Slot says
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool striker Alexander Isak will be laid up for two months…
December 23 2025 03:00 AM
Spurs-Thunder game in Vegas showed a rivalry is here. Now they’ll meet twice on Christmas week
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, according to the catchy marketing slogan that has…
December 23 2025 03:00 AM
How the Jaguars used a ‘small market’ comment as a catalyst to end the Broncos’ 11-game win streak
DENVER (AP) — One man’s flowers are apparently another man’s sours. “Great team effort. Just…
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