B.C. wildfire update Wednesday: Massive Shovel Lake wildfire now 50,000 hectares
Randy Rampage, bassist for seminal Vancouver punk band D.O.A., dies
RCMP probe explosion in Coquitlam
Crews pulling capsized tugboat from Fraser River
Italy bridge collapse: B.C. bridge among architect’s many designs
‘The weather is literally smoke’: air quality worsens in Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley
Langley man charged in ‘serious’ Monte Lake assault
A Langley man has been charged after what police are calling a serious assault in Monte Lake, B.C. Continue reading
Surgical masks offer little protection against wildfire smoke: UBC prof
There’s really no benefit to wearing them on your commute to work, and there may even be a downside, says the professor. Continue reading
German lifeguards say phones to blame for recent drownings. Safety experts aren’t so sure
While distracted parents and guardians can be a risk, the Canadian Red Cross says there’s no research to specifically link phone use to drownings. Continue reading
No immediate improvement seen for B.C., Alberta ‘worst air quality in North America’
By Michelle Morton Reporter/News Anchor
“We’ve had a strong upper-level ridge across Western Canada for many days now, and it’s that ridge that really creates heat and dryness, but it also traps in all of the smoke across the B.C.-Alberta region.” Continue reading
Police issue warning of Abbotsford man who poses danger to public, ‘involved in gang conflict’
Abbotsford police say shootings can occur in public spaces, and just being around Varinderpal Singh Gill could put you in danger. Continue reading
Laxative abuse is the eating disorder that’s rarely talked about
We talk openly about anorexia and bulimia, but why is laxative abuse so shameful and secretive? Continue reading
Thief robs couple in Okanagan sleeping in moving van
Penticton police are asking for the public’s help in apprehending a thief who robbed a couple sleeping in a moving van. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires map 2018: Current location of wildfires around the province
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
The wildfire season has kicked off in B.C. and we are tracking the location of the wildfires around the province. Continue reading
‘It was hard to calm him down,’ says former colleague of alleged Fredericton shooter
By Morganne Campbell Digital Broadcast Journalist
Police from across the county are expected to converge on Fredericton this weekend for the regimental funeral of two officers killed in the line of duty last week. Continue reading
Animal rights activists planning protest at Kelowna Ribfest launch and main event
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Protesters plan on scuttling an annual Rotary Club fundraiser in Kelowna that features meat on the menu. Continue reading
FireBoss airplane crashes while fighting blaze southeast of Grand Forks in Washington state
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
A pilot of a fixed-wing wildfire suppression aircraft survived a crash Tuesday afternoon in Washington state. Continue reading
Expect a surge in serial killers in 15 years, Canadian author says
An era known as the ‘golden age’ of serial killers, started to decline in the 2000s. But there could be a surge once again, at least according to Peter Vronsky, a Toronto-based historian and author. Continue reading
First Nation near Fraser Lake frustrated about lack of firefighting support
A First Nation near the ongoing Shovel Lake fire is frustrated over a lack of support in battling the flames. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – August 14
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: The 2003 blackout was a party for us — but it still changed me
A bit of gas in the tank, $20 in cash and a crank radio isn’t much of a plan for a disaster, reminisces Matt Gurney about a blackout that changed him in little ways. Continue reading
B.C. declares provincial state of emergency due to wildfires
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
This state of emergency will be in place for 14 days but may be extended or rescinded as necessary. Continue reading
Here’s how to turn off Google’s other tracking feature that you didn’t know about
Many were surprised Monday by another little-known Google feature that tracks their location,. Here’s how to turn it off. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires map 2018: Current location of wildfires around the province
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
The wildfire season has kicked off in B.C. and we are tracking the location of the wildfires around the province. Continue reading
Here’s the fake news Saudi Arabia is playing about Canada
Saudi Arabia’s state-owned television network has falsely claimed that Canada imprisoned several individuals over “freedom of opinion,” including psychologist Jordan Peterson. Continue reading
Sarah Sanders sorry for false claim that Donald Trump created more jobs for African-Americans than Obama
It was a rare admission of fault for an administration that frequently skews data and overstates economic gains. Continue reading
Langley man charged in ‘serious’ Monte Lake assault
A Langley man has been charged after what police are calling a serious assault in Monte Lake, B.C. Continue reading
Surgical masks offer little protection against wildfire smoke: UBC prof
There’s really no benefit to wearing them on your commute to work, and there may even be a downside, says the professor. Continue reading
Randy Rampage, bassist for seminal Vancouver punk band D.O.A., dies
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The bassist spent multiple stints with D.O.A., appearing on their influential albums Something Better Change and Hardcore ’81. Continue reading
No immediate improvement seen for B.C., Alberta ‘worst air quality in North America’
By Michelle Morton Reporter/News Anchor
“We’ve had a strong upper-level ridge across Western Canada for many days now, and it’s that ridge that really creates heat and dryness, but it also traps in all of the smoke across the B.C.-Alberta region.” Continue reading
Police issue warning of Abbotsford man who poses danger to public, ‘involved in gang conflict’
Abbotsford police say shootings can occur in public spaces, and just being around Varinderpal Singh Gill could put you in danger. Continue reading
RCMP probe explosion in Coquitlam
By Terry Schintz Manager Radio News
A man living at the home suffered serious injuries, but police say he will live. Continue reading
Crews pulling capsized tugboat from Fraser River
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
The George H. Ledcor sank off Deering Island in the Fraser River between midnight and 1 a.m. on Tuesday. Continue reading
Italy bridge collapse: B.C. bridge among architect’s many designs
The architect behind the bridge that collapsed in Genoa, Italy has designed nearly two dozen bridges around the world, including one in Canada. Continue reading
Thief robs couple in Okanagan sleeping in moving van
Penticton police are asking for the public’s help in apprehending a thief who robbed a couple sleeping in a moving van. Continue reading
B.C. declares provincial state of emergency due to wildfires
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
This state of emergency will be in place for 14 days but may be extended or rescinded as necessary. Continue reading
B.C. wildfire update Wednesday: Massive Shovel Lake wildfire now 50,000 hectares
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
Visibility will be an issue for the next few days with the increased smoke. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires map 2018: Current location of wildfires around the province
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
The wildfire season has kicked off in B.C. and we are tracking the location of the wildfires around the province. Continue reading
Animal rights activists planning protest at Kelowna Ribfest launch and main event
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Protesters plan on scuttling an annual Rotary Club fundraiser in Kelowna that features meat on the menu. Continue reading
FireBoss airplane crashes while fighting blaze southeast of Grand Forks in Washington state
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
A pilot of a fixed-wing wildfire suppression aircraft survived a crash Tuesday afternoon in Washington state. Continue reading
First Nation near Fraser Lake frustrated about lack of firefighting support
A First Nation near the ongoing Shovel Lake fire is frustrated over a lack of support in battling the flames. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – August 14
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Vernon woman’s death not a criminal matter: RCMP
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
At first glance, Jordyn Kitchener’s death in West Kelowna seemed suspicious to police. Continue reading
Man’s body pulled from Buntzen Lake
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
There have been multiple drownings in B.C. this summer. Continue reading
B.C. Bigfoot lawsuit a big waste of time, critics say
“If this goes to trial… then we’re going to smoke these guys. I have DNA. How can you defend against that?” Continue reading
Sick orca J50 gets live fish delivery in experimental attempt to save her
Sunday’s feeding trial was an attempt to bolster her chances of survival. Continue reading
Okanagan College offering cannabis training courses
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
“I think you see a great future in cannabis. I think there is going to be a lot of jobs that are being put forward.” Continue reading
Monday boat trip on Kalamalka Lake turns tragic
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
A six-year-old child from North Vancouver died from a boating incident on Sunday on Kalamalka Lake. Continue reading
Seasonal worker stabbed in back, undergoes successful surgery
A fruit picker in Kelowna was allegedly stabbed in the back by a fellow seasonal worker. The victim underwent successful surgery. Continue reading
Métis Nation of Alberta votes to support Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
An organization that represents Métis in Alberta says it supports the expansion of the Trans Mountain oil pipeline through B.C. Continue reading
Victoria police officer injured after collision with suspected drunk driver
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
“This collision underscores the risks our officers take by simply doing their jobs.” Continue reading
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