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A bunny that won first place at the Markham Fall Fair was allegedly stolen over the weekend. As Victoria Femia reports, the family is left devastated. 

York Regional Police are searching for a 28-year-old  woman named Andrella who was last seen Friday at her Markham home between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. Police say her disappearance is “very out of character” and are asking residents to check surveillance footage for any clues about where she may have gone.

The first day of the Honda Indy, in its inaugural year on the streets of Downtown Markham, did not get off to a very smooth start. Spectators were subject to hours of delays, with little communication from officials, and eventually all practice runs were officially cancelled. As Lexy Benedict reports, many excited fans were left...

After Friday track sessions were cancelled during this historic inaugural first weekend at the Ontario Honda Indy Dealers in Markham, tens of thousands of spectators were excited to see cars hit the track ahead of Sunday’s big race. Lexy Benedict reports.

The city of Markham is preparing to welcome racing fans this weekend as the city hosts the Honda Indy for the first time. As Megan King reports, residents and stakeholders are excited to see their community on a global stage.

The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy race is coming to Markham this year, moving from its signature location at Exhibition Place in Toronto. Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln with a look at how preparations are coming along ahead of the waving of the green flag.

Kaya Fest is a global music and awareness festival known for curating world-class lineups of reggae and genre-crossing artists. Rooted in the guiding principle of “Education Before Recreation,” the festival brings together music, culture, and community to celebrate unity, peace, and conscious living. Stephen Marley, multiple Grammy winner and son of legendary icon Bob Marley,...

The Honda Indy rolls into Markham — what fans can expect for this fast-paced weekend of fun.

On this edition, a homicide case held up over questions about how the accused was treated in prison. Also, a Toronto police safety blitz targeting micromobility vehicles, a new extreme weather warning system and a look at the Honda Indy’s move to Markham. 

The Royal Canadian Circus is a modern production that combines traditional circus artistry with immersive lighting, sound and theatrical effects to create an unforgettable experience for all ages. Ringmaster and ninth-generation circus performer Joseph Bauer joins our Victoria Femia from Pacific Mall in Markham, with a look at what spectators can expect.

York Regional Police have laid charges following a serious hit-and-run in Markham. A 19-year-old woman was struck and moved for 50 metres, suffering life-altering injuries. Police say the Oshawa man is now facing multiple charges and allegedly tried to conceal the incident. Lexy Benedict reports.

A Markham man convicted of impaired driving causing death in a 2022 crash that killed an off-duty York Regional Police officer has been sentenced to six years.

The family of Const. Travis Gillespie spoke outside court after Haoju Zhou was given a 6-year sentence for driving impaired and killing the off-duty officer. Catherine McDonald reports.

Tuesday saw treacherous conditions across the GTA, with freezing rain warnings in effect across the region and ice build up making for a messy evening commute. As Lexy Benedict reports, it wasn’t just causing problems out on the road, but it caused power outages for more than 2,000 residents in Markham

After less than a year representing Markham-Unionville as their conservative MP in the House of Commons, Michael Ma is crossing the floor. Jaden Lee-Lincoln has reaction from local residents. 

Global News spoke to a sampling a Markham-Unionville residents on Friday morning, the day after their Member of Parliament, Michael Ma, decided to cross the floor from the Conservatives to the Liberals on Thursday. “I’m angry,” resident Cosimo Krupi told Global News. “Let the people decide because he’s decided for the people.” “Our riding, ahead...

Family members of a Muslim man that was attacked last month while working at a hotel in Markham are speaking out and asking for action against islamophobia. As Megan King reports, advocates are calling for anti-Islamic hate to be addressed — as it is on the rise.

Opening day of the 181st Markham Fair is underway. As one of Canada’s largest agricultural fairs it celebrates all things rural and agricultural, featuring livestock shows and family-friendly farm activities. Dylan Armstrong, President of the Markham Fair joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to showcase some of the highlights.

Community leaders and relatives of a Muslim hotel worker are demanding action after a brutal, hate-motivated attack in Markham, Ont. left the 54-year-old with catastrophic facial injuries.  “This is one of the worst Islamophobic incidents I have seen in my time here at NCCM,” said Chief Omar Khamisa. The organization says hate crimes targeting Muslims...

Mayor Frank Scarpitti announced the City of Markham will host the Ontario Honda Indy beginning in 2026, turning downtown Markham streets into a world-class racing circuit. The three-day event is expected to attract more than 150,000 visitors, generate $50 million in economic impact, and create thousands of jobs across the GTA.