Several Vancouver schools back on the chopping block, school board report shows
Protesters in West Vancouver march against proposed B-Line bus route
Another round of snow flurries hits Lower Mainland, but dry weather is just around the corner
BC SPCA launches campaign to eliminate use of shock collars on dogs
BC Ferries need to go slower, quieter, NEB says in Trans Mountain decision
B.C. Speaker’s office promises more reports, while lawyers raise red flags about possible convictions
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Metro Vancouver services to increase $43 each year until 2023
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
A presentation at the annual Council of Councils meeting shows the average household will see an increase of $43 per year for the next four years. Continue reading
Court rejects B.C.’s request to declare Alberta oil export law unconstitutional
The attorney general of B.C. alleged in a statement of claim that the Preserving Canada’s Economic Prosperity Act was meant to counteract steps taken by B.C. in its opposition to the Trans Mountain pipeline project. Continue reading
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un heads to Vietnam for second summit with Donald Trump
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un was on a train Sunday to Vietnam for his second summit with President Donald Trump, state media confirmed. Continue reading
Study finds Okanagan Lake a ‘surprising source of carbon dioxide’
New study says carbon dioxide is released during crop irrigation with lake water. Continue reading
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Victoria police investigating after credit card fraud steals thousands from local businesses
Police believe the various thefts, which involve people manually entering fraudulent credit card numbers into point-of-sale terminals, have cost several businesses over $50,000 combined. Continue reading
Canada renews call to allow aid into Venezuela, stands ‘in solidarity’ with people
“Canada is deeply concerned by the acts of violence allegedly perpetrated by the Maduro regime, designed to block the entry of relief items from neighbouring countries,” read the statement. Continue reading
Recipe: Prawns in tomato, mushroom, feta and ouzo sauce
Alexi Makris, co-owner of The Greek in Vancouver, shares a simple yet delicious recipe that’s quick to make. Continue reading
B.C. man gets seven-year sentence in U.S. for attempting to smuggle ecstasy
The U.S. Justice Department says 41-year-old Nathan Hall tried to bring more than 20 kilograms of ecstasy into the United States in April 2013. Continue reading
Nicolas Maduro says Venezuela has broken diplomatic ties with Colombia as aid tensions rise
“I can’t bear it anymore. We can’t keep putting up with Colombian territory being used for attacks against Venezuela,” Maduro said in a speech. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, February 22, 2019
BRANDON, Man. – Jiri Patera made 37 saves as the Brandon Wheat Kings downed the Saskatoon Blades 6-2 on Friday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Crashes follow snowfall on Central Okanagan roads
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Numerous vehicle incidents were reported during the afternoon commute around the Kelowna area on Friday night. Continue reading
Caregivers from abroad able to seek permanent residency under new pilot program
“Caregivers provide care to families in Canada that need it, and it’s time for Canada to care for them in return,” said Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen. Continue reading
Kelowna Rockets take road-trip win in shootout against the Spokane Chiefs
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The WHL Kelowna Rockets took a 4-3 win against the Spokane Chiefs in Washington state on Friday night after the tie game was forced into a shootout. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Feb. 22
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
3 aboard cargo plane that crashed en route to Houston
“It’s probably a crash that nobody would survive,” Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne said, referring to the scene as “total devastation.” Continue reading
The best, cheapest cellphone plans in Canada in 2019
Looking for a new cellphone plan that doesn’t break the bank? Here’s what Global News found in its quest for Canada’s best cellphone plans. Continue reading
How long does cannabis stay in your system?
How long cannabis can be detected in your system depends on a number of factors. Continue reading
‘We love you, we’re here for you’: Funeral held for all 7 children killed in Halifax house fire
The Barho children — Ahmad, 14; Rola, 12; Mohamad, 9; Ola, 8; Hala, 3; Rana, 2 and four-month-old Abdullah — all perished when fire swept through their Spryfield home just after midnight Tuesday. Continue reading
R. Kelly surrenders himself to police after 10 aggravated sexual abuse charges laid
The charges come weeks after Lifetime documentary series, ‘Surviving R. Kelly,’ took a close look at old sexual misconduct allegations. Continue reading
‘She called the father, she woke him up’: Details emerge about Halifax fire that killed 7
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
‘Kawthar is physically OK. But mentally, we don’t know. Emotionally, we don’t know,’ Continue reading
Metro Vancouver services to increase $43 each year until 2023
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
A presentation at the annual Council of Councils meeting shows the average household will see an increase of $43 per year for the next four years. Continue reading
Mother of patient with new Vancouver measles case alarmed after Delta doctors missed diagnosis
The mother of the patient, who lives in the Fraser Health Authority region, is worried more people may have been exposed in the area. Continue reading
Protesters in West Vancouver march against proposed B-Line bus route
By Nadia Stewart Videojournalist
The protests followed a proposal by TransLink to introduce dedicated bus lanes along a portion of Marine Drive. Continue reading
Court rejects B.C.’s request to declare Alberta oil export law unconstitutional
The attorney general of B.C. alleged in a statement of claim that the Preserving Canada’s Economic Prosperity Act was meant to counteract steps taken by B.C. in its opposition to the Trans Mountain pipeline project. Continue reading
Another round of snow flurries hits Lower Mainland, but dry weather is just around the corner
Wet snow was reported in several cities across Metro Vancouver, but meteorologists say it won’t amount to another pileup on the ground. Continue reading
Study finds Okanagan Lake a ‘surprising source of carbon dioxide’
New study says carbon dioxide is released during crop irrigation with lake water. Continue reading
Victoria police investigating after credit card fraud steals thousands from local businesses
Police believe the various thefts, which involve people manually entering fraudulent credit card numbers into point-of-sale terminals, have cost several businesses over $50,000 combined. Continue reading
Several Vancouver schools back on the chopping block, school board report shows
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
The Vancouver School Board released a draft long rage facilities plan on Friday afternoon, putting more than two dozen elementary and high schools in danger of closing. Continue reading
Recipe: Prawns in tomato, mushroom, feta and ouzo sauce
Alexi Makris, co-owner of The Greek in Vancouver, shares a simple yet delicious recipe that’s quick to make. Continue reading
B.C. man gets seven-year sentence in U.S. for attempting to smuggle ecstasy
The U.S. Justice Department says 41-year-old Nathan Hall tried to bring more than 20 kilograms of ecstasy into the United States in April 2013. Continue reading
BC SPCA launches campaign to eliminate use of shock collars on dogs
The society is urging pet owners to sign a pledge on its website to never use the devices, which it says can cause lasting physical and psychological harm. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, February 22, 2019
BRANDON, Man. – Jiri Patera made 37 saves as the Brandon Wheat Kings downed the Saskatoon Blades 6-2 on Friday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Crashes follow snowfall on Central Okanagan roads
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Numerous vehicle incidents were reported during the afternoon commute around the Kelowna area on Friday night. Continue reading
Kelowna Rockets take road-trip win in shootout against the Spokane Chiefs
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The WHL Kelowna Rockets took a 4-3 win against the Spokane Chiefs in Washington state on Friday night after the tie game was forced into a shootout. Continue reading
BC Ferries need to go slower, quieter, NEB says in Trans Mountain decision
The recommendations for slower, quieter ferry traffic came on the same day the province announced it was restoring nearly 3,000 sailings to coastal communities. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Feb. 22
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
B.C. Speaker’s office promises more reports, while lawyers raise red flags about possible convictions
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. Speaker’s office is promising more reports looking into activities by the clerk and sergeant-at-arms at the B.C. legislature. Continue reading
Lower Mainland Return-It depots to start accepting clothing, textiles in wake of donation bin closures
By Nadia Stewart Videojournalist
Thirteen depots across Metro Vancouver will accept the clothing, which will be sent to an Ottawa-based company for sorting and donation purposes. Continue reading
B.C. search and rescue groups left out in the cold in latest provincial budget
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Although search and rescue groups can be the difference between life and death for those who end up relying on them in the backcountry, they’re facing an uncertain future as the government didn’t announce any money for them in the latest provincial budget. Continue reading
Lives, homes at risk because of unstable slope: City of Kelowna
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
City says geotechnical report shows high risk of slope failure. Continue reading
Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart fighting for stroke victims on the road to recovery
By Amir Ali Chase Producer
He’s a seven-time professional wrestling world heavyweight champion. He’s now a vocal champion for people recovering from stroke. Continue reading
Massive Vancouver detox, social housing project moves ahead after marathon public hearing
City council unanimously approved the project at Clark Drive and East First Avenue, which will be built in collaboration with BC Housing and Vancouver Coastal Health. Continue reading
Vancouver Coastal Health confirms 2 new cases of measles as outbreak continues
The health authority says it is also investigating possible exposures in Vancouver, Richmond, Squamish, Whistler and Steveston where one of the cases may have traveled last weekend. Continue reading
Province not considering a second paved route in Okanagan
Ministry of Transportation says the 201 Forest Service Road was a useful detour, but not worth paving. Continue reading
Latest round of snow in Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley creates chaos on roads
A snowfall warning remains in effect for Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with amounts between five and 10 centimetres expected. Continue reading
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