Unstable slope in neighbourhood has high landslide risk, says City of Kelowna
B.C. logging plans prompt Okanagan groups to pitch community forest tenure for Carmi recreation area
Central Okanagan food banks partner with B.C. grocery chain
Semiahmoo advances to elite 8 at Quebec peewee hockey tournament, Kelowna falls in OT
Police investigating hit and run in Kelowna
Okanagan weather: Snow followed by a cool finish to February
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B.C. legislature set to launch internal probe into allegations brought forward by Speaker
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The internal probe will look into the allegations put forward in a pair of reports from Speaker Darryl Plecas as well as the defence brought forward by the accused. Continue reading
Avalanche warning issued for B.C.’s south coast, island as weak snowpack persists
Avalanche Canada says a forecasted snowfall for Friday could also trigger an avalanche in the area, warning backcountry users to stay clear until at least Sunday. Continue reading
Father of Alabama woman who joined ISIS in Syria sues Trump administration to return her to U.S.
Hoda Muthana is in a Syrian refugee camp with her 18-month-old son after she fled what’s left of the Islamic State’s self-declared homeland. Continue reading
Edmonton police looking for human trafficking suspect
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Police believe the man could be heading to British Columbia. Continue reading
‘You’re never too old to compete’: Iconic Kelowna athlete preparing to ski her way to national Special Olympics
By Shay Galor Community Video Journalist
Iconic Kelowna athlete Tracey Melesko will be cross-country skiing this weekend at the Special Olympics B.C. in Vernon in hopes of earning a spot at the nationals next February. Continue reading
WATCH: Sidney Crosby helps ignite brawl between Penguins and Sharks
Pittsburgh captain Sidney Crosby and coach Mike Sullivan were among a group that earned 10-minute misconducts following a dust-up between both sides late in the third period. Continue reading
Okanagan man wins $500,000 in lottery
Penticton resident says he’s been playing the lottery for years. Continue reading
Trans-Canada near Golden, B.C., to temporarily close for avalanche control
Shutdown of No. 1 Highway will take place Thursday, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Continue reading
Trump promises to expand opportunity for Americans of all races in Black History Month speech
Speaking to hundreds Thursday at a White House reception, Trump boasted about the economy and said the unemployment rate for African-Americans is at its “lowest ever.” Continue reading
Cryptocurrency mystery stuns Kelowna neighbourhood where dead CEO owned home
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
With thousands of investors looking to recover an estimated $260 million from insolvent Canadian cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX, it’s no surprise at least one may have hired a private investigator. Continue reading
How learning new things as an adult can change brain chemistry
By Kim Smith Reporter
Research shows children learn new things on average every six months, but adults only learn new things every nine years, said registered psychologist Kimberly Knull. Continue reading
Jussie Smollett’s lawyers blast ‘organized law enforcement spectacle’ on day of his arrest
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Jussie Smollett drew forceful criticism from Chicago police Supt. Eddie Johnson on Thursday. Continue reading
Few incentives in spending-heavy B.C. budget, global downturn worries business leaders
Businesses credit the government for the budget initiatives that support families and environment programs, but add it should not take business for granted in a darkening economy. Continue reading
B.C. government considers requiring students to register measles immunizations
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government is looking at requiring parents to register with schools whether they have vaccinated their children or not. Continue reading
Ex-ambassador trying to sue Trudeau’s top aide for $250K over mental suffering allegations
The allegations have not been proven in court, and the Prime Minister’s Office did not respond to a request for comment. Continue reading
Brampton father accused of killing 11-year-old daughter dies in hospital
The news comes on the same day family, friends and community members attended a funeral in Etobicoke for Riya Rajkumar. Continue reading
All bets are off — it’s snowing in Las Vegas
Winter storms in the U.S. Southwest brought snow to the foothills around Southern California as well. Continue reading
Jussie Smollett freed on US$100K bond after charge laid in ‘hoax’ attack
Jussie Smollett was arrested Thursday for allegedly filing a false police report claiming he was the victim of a hate crime in Chicago. Continue reading
5 signs you need help with your debt
These are usually the points of no return, according to experts. 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
B.C. legislature set to launch internal probe into allegations brought forward by Speaker
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The internal probe will look into the allegations put forward in a pair of reports from Speaker Darryl Plecas as well as the defence brought forward by the accused. Continue reading
Unstable slope in neighbourhood has high landslide risk, says City of Kelowna
The city said the slope is being monitored and that if the slope deteriorates, an emergency plan will be put into action. Continue reading
Special Olympics B.C. debuting Vernon-made cauldron at opening ceremony
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
“We love it. We’ve been around for almost 40 years in British Columbia and never had our own cauldron,” said Dan Howe, president of Special Olympics B.C. Continue reading
Avalanche warning issued for B.C.’s south coast, island as weak snowpack persists
Avalanche Canada says a forecasted snowfall for Friday could also trigger an avalanche in the area, warning backcountry users to stay clear until at least Sunday. Continue reading
Central Okanagan food banks partner with B.C. grocery chain
Five Save-On-Food stores in the Okanagan will be sending regular food donations to the Central Okanagan Food Bank. Continue reading
Police investigating hit and run in Kelowna
RCMP asking driver to turn him or herself in; victim recovering in hospital. Continue reading
Semiahmoo advances to elite 8 at Quebec peewee hockey tournament, Kelowna falls in OT
Up next for Semiahmoo are the New England Prospects, who, like the Ravens, are 2-0. Continue reading
B.C. logging plans prompt Okanagan groups to pitch community forest tenure for Carmi recreation area
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
The designation wouldn’t block logging in the area, but it would give a local non-profit society control over forest management. Continue reading
Edmonton police looking for human trafficking suspect
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Police believe the man could be heading to British Columbia. Continue reading
‘You’re never too old to compete’: Iconic Kelowna athlete preparing to ski her way to national Special Olympics
By Shay Galor Community Video Journalist
Iconic Kelowna athlete Tracey Melesko will be cross-country skiing this weekend at the Special Olympics B.C. in Vernon in hopes of earning a spot at the nationals next February. Continue reading
Okanagan man wins $500,000 in lottery
Penticton resident says he’s been playing the lottery for years. Continue reading
Okanagan weather: Snow followed by a cool finish to February
Snow followed by a cool finish to February is in the Okanagan weather forecast ahead. Continue reading
Trans-Canada near Golden, B.C., to temporarily close for avalanche control
Shutdown of No. 1 Highway will take place Thursday, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Continue reading
Cryptocurrency mystery stuns Kelowna neighbourhood where dead CEO owned home
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
With thousands of investors looking to recover an estimated $260 million from insolvent Canadian cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX, it’s no surprise at least one may have hired a private investigator. Continue reading
How learning new things as an adult can change brain chemistry
By Kim Smith Reporter
Research shows children learn new things on average every six months, but adults only learn new things every nine years, said registered psychologist Kimberly Knull. Continue reading
Few incentives in spending-heavy B.C. budget, global downturn worries business leaders
Businesses credit the government for the budget initiatives that support families and environment programs, but add it should not take business for granted in a darkening economy. Continue reading
B.C. government considers requiring students to register measles immunizations
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government is looking at requiring parents to register with schools whether they have vaccinated their children or not. Continue reading
Salmon Arm moving to ban plastic bags
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
Mayor says people will adjust to city’s plastic bag ban bylaw. Continue reading
Interior Health: No confirmed cases of measles in B.C. Interior
Health authority says last outbreak was eight years ago in 2011. Continue reading
Arrest made in Valentine’s Day armed robbery, kidnapping in B.C. Interior
RCMP say arrest happened Wednesday in Kamloops. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: ‘Stand pat’ budget means no early election call in B.C.
By Keith Baldrey Legislative Bureau Chief
Tuesday’s provincial budget signals the NDP is in no rush to test the electorate, and the party appears set to govern until the next scheduled election in October of 2021. Continue reading
Flair Airlines suspending flights to Florida, Palm Springs: ‘Expect the unexpected’
Ultra-low-cost carrier Flair is ending flights earlier than expected to Miami, Tampa Bay and Palm Springs, and reducing flights to Las Vegas and Phoenix-Mesa. Continue reading
Spike in gas prices in the Okanagan
Price per litre rises to $1.279 a litre on Wednesday from $1.189 on Tuesday. Continue reading
Former fire chief sues City of Vernon after job loss
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Vernon’s former fire chief has filed a lawsuit against the City alleging it terminated him without cause or notice. Continue reading
Kamloops RCMP searching for two men wanted in murder
Police say two men have been identified as suspects in shooting death of Jason Glover. Continue reading
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