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The mural ‘The Guide and Protector’ was completed in Chinatown in 2020 following Black Lives Matter rallies in Calgary. As Tracy Nagai reports, a new development in the adjacent lot will now cover the project, spurring discussion about art in public spaces.

Alberta’s cities and towns have begun fighting back against proposed provincial legislation. Bill 20 would give the province sweeping powers to get more involved in municipal affairs. As the group that represent municipalities ponders legal action, the premier stands firm that civic matters are ultimately provincial jurisdiction. Morgan Black reports.

Life-saving medication and equipment is dwindling or completely gone at hospitals and clinics across Haiti’s capital, as brutal gangs tighten their grip on Port-au-Prince and beyond. They have blocked roads, forced the closure of the main international airport since early March, and paralyzed operations at the country’s largest seaport. Katherine Ward has this story and...

A 61-year-old Calgary school principal faces charges of possessing and accessing child pornography. The Alberta government unveils its master plan for future passenger rail service in the province. Alberta cities and towns fight back against proposed legislation that would give the province sweeping powers.

It’s been nearly four years since thousands of Black Lives Matter demonstrators filled Calgary streets following the death of George Floyd. Tracy Nagai takes a look back at some of the changes that were sparked by rallies and the work still underway by the City of Calgary and the Calgary Police Service (CPS).

Responding to a question about the importance of seeing strong hockey leagues in places like Winnipeg, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said at a Tuesday news conference that “If I didn’t believe in places like Winnipeg, we never would have brought the Jets back.” NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly added that “hockey matters here and that’s...

Acclaimed Canadian director Norman Jewison has died at the age of 97. The filmmaker, hailed a “master craftsman,” was behind the lens for celebrated movies like “In the Heat of the Night,” “Moonstruck,” and “Fiddler on the Roof.” Global News looks back at Jewison’s storytelling legacy.

Regina Mayor Sandra Masters said Thursday, “The collaboration across ministries and first responders is critical to try to get the word out which ties to the outreach team that’s getting back to the street which can save lives.”

The Black Lives Matter chapter in Peterborough has launched a fund to support low-income individuals who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour as these communities continue to face systemic inequalities. Germain Ma has more the gap the organization is aiming to fill.

After Israel and Hamas agreed to another hostage-prisoner exchange and extend its temporary ceasefire by another day, mediators are working around the clock to extend the deal. The growing anxiety over the fragile agreement, as more violent incidents threat to upend it. The Indian government has responded to U.S. allegations of its involvement in a...

Despite blaming Western sanctions for making it difficult to export grains from Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggests the Black Sea grain deal — which Russia exited in July — could be revived, so long as certain conditions are met. The initiative, which was brokered by the United Nations (UN) with Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine...

Health Matters March 15: New University of Alberta research suggests when it comes to mild-to-moderate fevers, it might be better to hold off on taking medications. And a former Make-A-Wish child living with a chronic illness is now giving back to the organization that made her dream come true. Su-Ling Goh and Ciara Yaschuk report.

A Peterborough photographer is highlighting the Black individuality and excellence of 30 individuals in the way that he knows best. And project organizers are hoping that once you see the portraits, their diversity and humanity will ring through. Jonathan Semugaza joined Noor Ibrahim to talk about his photographic collaboration with Black Lives Matter Nogojiwanong-Peterborough.

Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Tennessee state representative Joe Towns Jr. reacted to the release of video footage capturing a fatally violent confrontation between Tyre Nichols, a Black man, with five police officers. “We want justice,” Towns said. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re Black cop, a white cop. We want the same thing when it...

Storm-battered California got more wind, rain and snow on Saturday, raising flooding concerns, causing power outages and making travel dangerous. And in Canada, the busy holiday travel season is over, but air travellers are still wiping away the bad taste after weeks of excruciating delays and cancellations across the country. It has been especially frustrating...

On today’s episode of The Morning Show: Looking ahead to the new year with a financial outlook for 2023. Plus, simple recipes for healthier holiday eats. Then, highlighting the top beauty brands that give back over the holidays. And, Canadian singer-songwriter Luke McMaster chats about his new album ‘Christmas in Slo Mo’.

As we continue into the colder months, emergency services want to remind residents about the danger of ice. Whether it’s a frozen body of water or black ice on our roads and highways being prepared could be a matter of life or death. Tricia Mason has the story…

A 6-year-old girl in Montreal West is calling on people to get involved with the Black Lives Matter movement and make noise to show support. Global’s Amanda Jelowicki has the story.

Lloydminster resident Travis Hall spray painted a fist and #BLM to show support for the Black Lives Matter movement.

An online petition is garnering thousands of signatures, calling for the City of Edmonton to defund the police service. The city budget calls for the Edmonton Police Service to receive a $75-million increase over four years. The Black Lives Matter petition wants that cut, instead diverting the money to community-led organizations. Chris Chacon reports.