B.C. wildfire update Friday: Entire city of Kimberley under evacuation alert
B.C. government to match all Red Cross donations for wildfire relief
Breathing easy: How to avoid the long-term health consequences of B.C. wildfire smoke
Sand sculpture of Donald Trump in diapers a big hit in Vancouver neighbourhood
Wildfire smoke is so thick in Prince George, it looks like night after the sun has risen
B.C. wildfires map 2018: Current location of wildfires around the province
Last of Vancouver’s E. coli-shuttered beaches reopens to swimming
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Trout Lake was closed nearly a month ago, due to high levels of E. coli bacteria. Continue reading
Air quality level at 10-plus in smoke-filled Okanagan; Apple Triathlon cancels Saturday’s races
Organizers for this weekend’s Apple Triathlon in Kelowna have cancelled Saturday’s races because of poor air quality from wildfire smoke. Continue reading
‘You’re treating me like a black person’: Florida doctor arrested at airport for erratic behaviour
Video of the arrest went viral on social media after it showed the Florida doctor shouting that he was, “not resisting, you are treating me like a f—ing black person!” Continue reading
Horns Mountain wildfire crosses border into B.C.
A wildfire burning in Washington state has crossed over into B.C. Continue reading
Apple Triathlon organizers closely monitoring air quality
With wildfire smoke still blanketing the Okanagan, organizers for this weekend’s Apple Triathlon in Kelowna say they are closely monitoring the air quality index. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Maxime Bernier offers a disappointing and distracting diversity diatribe
Conservative MP Maxime Bernier has some interesting ideas on a range of subjects — but diversity isn’t one of them, Rob Breakenridge says. Continue reading
B.C. minister of forests shuts down Trump after comments on lumber imports
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
BC’s Minister of Forests is shooting back at President Donald Trump’s comments that Canadian lumber products are “ridiculous.” Continue reading
Evacuation alert lifted for Nanaimo Lakes wildfire
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Residents of the Nanaimo Lakes area no longer need to be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. Continue reading
‘Four of a dozen kids will not make it:’ murdered Indigenous girl’s family healing together
On the first anniversary of Jeanenne Fontaine’s murder, two of the children who have grown into adults, Angel and Rose Fontaine, wanted to hold a smudge. Five members from the childhood friendship group gathered at the centre where they used to spend their carefree summer days. Continue reading
Super League Triathlon debuts in Penticton
More than 400 participants are taking part in the inaugural SLT race in the Peach City this weekend. Continue reading
Wildfire burning west of Keremeos, B.C., showing extreme fire behaviour
A quick glance of wildfires of note in the Okanagan, Similkameen and Boundary regions. Continue reading
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones accused of destroying evidence in Sandy Hook massacre lawsuit
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones was accused in court filings of destroying evidence relevant to the case of families from Sandy Hook school shooting. Continue reading
Victoria police arrest man accused of exposing himself to woman in Beacon Hill Park
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Police are still investigating a connection between the case and other recent reports of indecent exposure in the city. Continue reading
Canada’s largest collection of restored wooden buildings threatened by B.C. wildfire
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Sprinklers “have been running pretty much around the clock so far,” said Parks Canada. Continue reading
Blue Jays fall to Yankees 7-5 in rain-shortened series opener in New York
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton hit his 31st home run to put New York up 7-5 in the seventh inning and a batter later umpires pulled the teams off the field as rain poured down. Continue reading
Sand sculpture of Donald Trump in diapers a big hit in Vancouver neighbourhood
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
The 1,000-pound sand sculpture was inspired by a “baby Trump” blimp flown over London during the U.S. president’s last visit. Continue reading
Satanic Temple unveils goat statue in protest of Ten Commandments monument in Arkansas
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
“We only want our monument on public grounds where other monuments of religious significance are pre-existing,” said the Satanic Temple’s co-founder. Continue reading
B.C. wildfire update Friday: Entire city of Kimberley under evacuation alert
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
The community of 5,000 people, located in the southeastern part of B.C., northwest of Cranbrook, must be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. Continue reading
Wildfire smoke is so thick in Prince George, it looks like night after the sun has risen
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
On the air quality health index scale, Prince George is currently off the charts at a 10+, meaning it is at a very high risk level. Continue reading
Canada’s lumber industry claps back after Trump links imports to California wildfires
Donald Trump dragging the Canadian lumber industry into discussions about California’s deadly wildfires is another ‘frustrating’ blow, an industry advocate says. Continue reading
Last of Vancouver’s E. coli-shuttered beaches reopens to swimming
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Trout Lake was closed nearly a month ago, due to high levels of E. coli bacteria. Continue reading
Air quality level at 10-plus in smoke-filled Okanagan; Apple Triathlon cancels Saturday’s races
Organizers for this weekend’s Apple Triathlon in Kelowna have cancelled Saturday’s races because of poor air quality from wildfire smoke. Continue reading
B.C. government to match all Red Cross donations for wildfire relief
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
With close to 600 wildfires burning across the province, and 50 of them considered highly dangerous, the B.C. government is stepping in financially. Continue reading
Horns Mountain wildfire crosses border into B.C.
A wildfire burning in Washington state has crossed over into B.C. Continue reading
Sand sculpture of Donald Trump in diapers a big hit in Vancouver neighbourhood
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
The 1,000-pound sand sculpture was inspired by a “baby Trump” blimp flown over London during the U.S. president’s last visit. Continue reading
Apple Triathlon organizers closely monitoring air quality
With wildfire smoke still blanketing the Okanagan, organizers for this weekend’s Apple Triathlon in Kelowna say they are closely monitoring the air quality index. Continue reading
B.C. minister of forests shuts down Trump after comments on lumber imports
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
BC’s Minister of Forests is shooting back at President Donald Trump’s comments that Canadian lumber products are “ridiculous.” Continue reading
Evacuation alert lifted for Nanaimo Lakes wildfire
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Residents of the Nanaimo Lakes area no longer need to be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. Continue reading
Breathing easy: How to avoid the long-term health consequences of B.C. wildfire smoke
St. Paul’s Hospital respirologist warns that thick smoke can cause long-term damage for about one in 10 people. Continue reading
Super League Triathlon debuts in Penticton
More than 400 participants are taking part in the inaugural SLT race in the Peach City this weekend. Continue reading
Wildfire burning west of Keremeos, B.C., showing extreme fire behaviour
A quick glance of wildfires of note in the Okanagan, Similkameen and Boundary regions. Continue reading
Victoria police arrest man accused of exposing himself to woman in Beacon Hill Park
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Police are still investigating a connection between the case and other recent reports of indecent exposure in the city. Continue reading
Canada’s largest collection of restored wooden buildings threatened by B.C. wildfire
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Sprinklers “have been running pretty much around the clock so far,” said Parks Canada. Continue reading
‘No major rain in sight’: B.C. not expecting any break in fire fight
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. Wildfire Service is not optimistic a break will be coming anytime soon in the province’s wildfire fight. Continue reading
Foodie Friday: Savoury Zucchini Cakes
Say ‘no’ to zucchini muffins and ‘yes’ to these delicious little cakes Continue reading
Criticism of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s emotions sparks hashtag #CryingIsManlyAF
By Michelle Morton Reporter/News Anchor
“I cry pretty frequently, actually. I would definitely cry for everything that has made the Prime Minister cry publicly. Isn’t that just what human beings do?” Continue reading
Multiple people arrested in alleged Coquitlam home invasion
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Police said one person suffered minor injuries in the alleged home invasion. Continue reading
‘Crying’ judge dismisses application for recusal in Kelowna sexual interference case
A judge accused of showing emotion during a sexual interference sentencing has dismissed an application to recuse her from the case. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Don’t expect ICBC changes to make it easier on your wallet
By Keith Baldrey Legislative Bureau Chief
It is hard to argue against penalizing bad drivers and ‘rewarding’ good drivers, although the word ‘rewarding’ may be overstating things a bit. Continue reading
Is it safe to look at the sun when it’s obscured by smoke?
By Sarah Offin Reporter
Thick smoke has been giving the sun an orange red hue this week that some may find tempting to look at, especially with the beautiful sunrise and sunsets. Continue reading
Wildfire haze clears from Metro Vancouver, but blue skies won’t last
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
The south coast is getting blue skies, but it will likely be short-lived, according to meteorologists. Continue reading
ERT called to Port Moody in standoff with distraught man
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
The PMPD said the incident is ongoing, but that there is no threat to the general public. Continue reading
Crews make progress on Wardle fire in Kootenay National Park
Parks Canada asking travellers to use caution where firefighters are working along Highway 93 South. Continue reading
Does back to school shopping have to mean big spending?
By Lindsay Biscaia Video Journalist, Backup Weather Specialist
The back to school shopping season is now underway, and store shelves are busting with all the “must have” items. However, there are ways to save money during this expensive season. Continue reading
Wildfire smoke is so thick in Prince George, it looks like night after the sun has risen
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
On the air quality health index scale, Prince George is currently off the charts at a 10+, meaning it is at a very high risk level. Continue reading
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