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• B.C. broadcasting icon, Red Robinson, dies at the age of 86

  Red Robinson was there when Elvis stopped in Vancouver on Aug. 31, 1957 and was the emcee when The Beatles played in Vancouver on Aug. 22, 1964.

  Canada

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• Mysterious bloody Ikea rug turned into Barriere, B.C. RCMP detachment

  Barriere RCMP is seeking the public’s help in determining the origin of the area rug, and to confirm the well-being of the person or persons associated with it.

  Crime

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• VPD cleared in shooting of man who launched “unprovoked attack” on officer in DTES

  According to the IIOBC, the suspect struck the officer two or three times in the head with a metal bar, while sitting in a police vehicle at East Hastings and Columbia streets.

  Crime

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• Dangerous, illegal pass by semi on Highway 5 near Clearwater, B.C. caught on video

  The video has spurred Cleawater's mayor to speak out about concerns with truck drivers in the region, especially after a triple-fatal crash a few weeks ago.

  Canada

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• Pressure grows as winless Whitecaps prepare for Canadian clash with Montreal

  The Whitecaps (0-2-3) started the season with a pair of defeats, but have managed 1-1 draws in their last three league appearances,

  Sports

  6 hours
• Man in life-threatening condition after throat slashed on Surrey, B.C. bus, police say

  Police in Surrey, B.C. say the reported stabbing took place near the intersection of 148 Street and Fraser Highway on a Coast Mountain bus, around 9:30 a.m. Saturday.

  Crime

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• Vancouver Fire Rescue impeded by encampment inhabitants during SRO fire response

  When Vancouver firefighters arrived to battle a blaze Friday night, an assistant fire chief said several people living in tents and structures out front of the SRO refused to move.

  Fire

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• B.C. Nurses’ Union, Health Employers Association reach tentative agreement

  The B.C. Nurses’ Union says it has reached a tentative three-year agreement with the province’s Health Employers Association of B.C.

  Health

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• Toffoli scores twice, Flames complete comeback in 5-4 OT win against Canucks

  The result marked the first time all season that Calgary has won after trailing to start the third period.

  Sports

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• ‘Full meal deal’: B.C. search-and-rescue training flight saves hypothermic men, dog

  The rescue happened around 3 p.m., after an 87-year-old man and his son found themselves in frigid waters when their boat capsized around Quarry Bay near Texada Island.

  Canada

  Mar 31
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• ‘Not in my right mind’: Apology from man behind multiple random Vancouver assaults

  Shakwan Kelly who was off his anti-psychotic medication and taking crystal meth at the time of a string of assaults last summer, was sentenced to one day in jail.

  Crime

  Mar 31
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• Penticton among B.C. cities looking to limit public drug use amid decriminalization

  Mayor Julius Bloomfield said the bylaw was motivated by growing public concerns with homelessness, mental health and addictions issues on the street.

  Crime

  Mar 31
• Former premier John Horgan officially resigns B.C. seat of Langford Juan de Fuca

  Horgan, who has twice battled cancer, said last month he was speeding up retirement plans after announcing last June that health reasons forced him to end his political career.

  Politics

  Mar 31
• RCMP contract backpay leave B.C. municipalities with bill of up to $145M

  Some B.C. communities policed by the RCMP say they were unprepared for the size of the bill they've been handed to cover retroactive pay in the Mounties' latest contract.

  Politics

  Mar 31
• Feel Good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week

  From a freed killer whale to a trailblazing baby with the B.C.'s first name spelled with Kwak’wala lettering, here are five good news stories from the week to share.

  Trending

  Mar 31
• Merritt, B.C. continues to search for hospital closure solutions

  An option to alleviate the staffing shortage has been put forward, but it's one Interior Health may not approve and that has residents extremely worried.

  Health

  Mar 31
• Here are the ways life will be more expensive in B.C. starting April 1

  Provincial and federal carbon taxes are going up, increasing the cost of gas and other energy sources. It will rise from $50 per tonne of emissions to $65 per tonne. 

  Economy

  Mar 31
• Families of B.C. assault victims share impact of witness video shared online

  Two teens were recently attacked at a bus stop in Kelowna, while a man was fatally stabbed outside a Starbucks in Vancouver. Videos of both incidents were filmed and shared.

  Crime

  Mar 31
• Free prescribed contraception begins in B.C. on April 1. Is your method covered?

  Non-prescribed methods of birth control are not covered by the new program, including cervical caps, diaphragms, sponges, patches, rings and condoms.

  Health

  Mar 31
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• WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – March 31

  Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC.

  News

  Mar 31
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• BC Ferries Commissioner OKs 9.2% yearly fare hikes

  The British Columbia Ferry Commission has set a price cap on ferry fare increases of 9.2 per cent for each of the next four years.

  Politics

  Mar 31
• B.C. to deploy specialized prosecutor teams to target repeat violent offenders

  The moves come on the heels of a 2022 report on prolific and violent offenders that found a need for more resources to support people when they've been released from incarceration.

  Crime

  Mar 31
• No, you cannot get a ticket for driving in Washington state with an outdated ICBC decal

  Capt. Neil Weaver with the Washington State Patrol told Global News he is not aware of any complaints regarding troopers issuing tickets or fines for expired B.C. decals.

  Lifestyle

  Mar 31
• Man charged after 4 fires lit overnight in downtown Vancouver

  The same man is believed to have started all four fires deliberately in downtown Vancouver overnight. The 51-year-old suspect has been remanded.

  Crime

  Mar 31
• Diseased and malnourished B.C. dog found tied to building gets new leash on life

  A person who found Rolo tied to a Prince George building with a note attached to his collar pleading for help saw cause for hope and rushed him to a local Emergency veterinarian.

  Canada

  Mar 31