$250,000 in property snagged from Penticton storage lot, police investigating
Alcohol believed to be factor in crash near Penticton, RCMP says
Medical condition could be cause of Coalmont phone booth attack: defence
RCMP receive tips on Texas murder suspect in connection with northern B.C. double homicide
Teens thought missing now suspects in northern B.C. double murder, unidentified body
Here’s what we know about the 3 dead in northern B.C. and the suspects
Vancouver Public Library barred from Pride for hosting ‘hateful’ speaker
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The institution was barred for hosting a talk by Meghan Murphy in January, which the Pride society says “undermined the dignity of trans women.” Continue reading
Osoyoos fires under control, being monitored
One fire was human-caused, others were lightning strikes. Continue reading
Nike running shoes sell for more than $400K at public auction
The buyer was Canadian investor and car collector Miles Nadal, who had previously paid $850,000 for 99 other pairs of rare or limited collection sneakers offered by Sotheby’s. Continue reading
Spot fires caused by lightning in South Okanagan
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The B.C. Wildfire Service sent a bird dog plane to scout the fire areas and tankers to lay retardant lines down around the flames. Continue reading
Cyclist run down by red pickup Sunday morning in Penticton: RCMP
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The man’s screams for help were heard by nearby residents, according to police. Continue reading
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Whale-watching tourists witness humpback rescue off coast of Nova Scotia
“We saw that it was swimming kind of funny.” Continue reading
Vancouver mayor ‘hopeful’ federal help coming for Oppenheimer Park in ‘next few weeks’
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Vancouver’s mayor says there’s no immediate plans to seek an injunction to clear a homeless camp from the park. Continue reading
Surrey man charged in 2018 hit-and-run that killed Maple Ridge mom
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Michael Howard Thomas is facing two criminal charges in relation to the crash. Continue reading
Mark Esper sworn in as new U.S. secretary of defence
Mark Esper, an Army veteran and former defense industry lobbyist, won Senate confirmation by a vote of 90-8 and was sworn in at the White House by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito. Continue reading
Trial begins for man accused of firing shots inside downtown Kelowna home
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
The trial is being heard by a judge alone. Continue reading
Video captures RCMP takedown of man accused of attacking people with syringe
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“The needle actually had a cap on it, so there are actually no injuries to the victims,” said a police spokesperson. Continue reading
Cuba mystery deepens as U.S. diplomats’ brain scans show differences
Extensive imaging tests on the American diplomats showed the workers had less white matter than a comparison group of healthy people. Continue reading
Woman filmed driving SUV down Vancouver hotel stairs fined $368
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“My understanding is that she has not enjoyed her 15 minutes of fame,” said a Vancouver police spokesperson. Continue reading
Police say link ‘possible’ between northern B.C. double murder, missing teens, dead man
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police have released new details on a pair of high-profile investigation in northern B.C., including an admission that the two cased may be linked. Continue reading
‘We can’t plan what happens’: Westjet denies refund of dying woman’s ticket
In an emailed response to Globat News, a Westjet spokesperson says that based on the type of ticket purchased, the airline will not give a refund. Continue reading
Teens thought missing now suspects in northern B.C. double murder, unidentified body
By Simon Little Online Journalist
There has been a dramatic new twist in a pair of related cases of serious crime in northern B.C. Continue reading
RCMP receive tips on Texas murder suspect in connection with northern B.C. double homicide
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Police say they have received a number of tips in relation to Derek Whisenand, a Texas man who crossed the border into Canada sometime around June 24. Continue reading
Here’s what we know about the 3 dead in northern B.C. and the suspects
Police have named the two young men, originally reported missing, as suspects in the deaths of three people found on northern B.C. highways. Continue reading
Police say link ‘possible’ between northern B.C. double murder, missing teens, dead man
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police have released new details on a pair of high-profile investigation in northern B.C., including an admission that the two cased may be linked. Continue reading
Man allegedly crashes van with $200M of crystal meth into parked Aussie police cars
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
The van allegedly hit cruisers parked right in front of a police station. Continue reading
$250,000 in property snagged from Penticton storage lot, police investigating
The alleged theft took place between July 20 and July 22. Continue reading
Alcohol believed to be factor in crash near Penticton, RCMP says
Penticton RCMP say they issued an additional two suspensions the same evening due to drinking and driving. Continue reading
Vancouver Public Library barred from Pride for hosting ‘hateful’ speaker
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The institution was barred for hosting a talk by Meghan Murphy in January, which the Pride society says “undermined the dignity of trans women.” Continue reading
Medical condition could be cause of Coalmont phone booth attack: defence
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
While testifying as a witness for the defense, Giroux’s family physician, Ella Monro, said it’s “entirely possible” that he suffered an epileptic seizure. Continue reading
Former WHL hockey player sentenced after trying to grab baby, evade police
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
A former WHL player accused of snatching a baby and then temporarily eluding police by diving into Okanagan Lake was in court on Tuesday. Continue reading
Teens thought missing now suspects in northern B.C. double murder, unidentified body
By Simon Little Online Journalist
There has been a dramatic new twist in a pair of related cases of serious crime in northern B.C. Continue reading
Osoyoos fires under control, being monitored
One fire was human-caused, others were lightning strikes. Continue reading
Spot fires caused by lightning in South Okanagan
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The B.C. Wildfire Service sent a bird dog plane to scout the fire areas and tankers to lay retardant lines down around the flames. Continue reading
Cyclist run down by red pickup Sunday morning in Penticton: RCMP
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The man’s screams for help were heard by nearby residents, according to police. Continue reading
Vancouver mayor ‘hopeful’ federal help coming for Oppenheimer Park in ‘next few weeks’
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Vancouver’s mayor says there’s no immediate plans to seek an injunction to clear a homeless camp from the park. Continue reading
Surrey man charged in 2018 hit-and-run that killed Maple Ridge mom
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Michael Howard Thomas is facing two criminal charges in relation to the crash. Continue reading
Trial begins for man accused of firing shots inside downtown Kelowna home
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
The trial is being heard by a judge alone. Continue reading
Video captures RCMP takedown of man accused of attacking people with syringe
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“The needle actually had a cap on it, so there are actually no injuries to the victims,” said a police spokesperson. Continue reading
Woman filmed driving SUV down Vancouver hotel stairs fined $368
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“My understanding is that she has not enjoyed her 15 minutes of fame,” said a Vancouver police spokesperson. Continue reading
Police say link ‘possible’ between northern B.C. double murder, missing teens, dead man
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police have released new details on a pair of high-profile investigation in northern B.C., including an admission that the two cased may be linked. Continue reading
Kelowna cab driver charged with sexual assault
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Gagandeep Singh Sidhu has been named as the accused. Continue reading
UPDATED: Large police presence in downtown Kelowna ‘a dynamic high risk arrest’: RCMP
RCMP vehicles and personnel swarmed the area of Mill Street and Bernard. Continue reading
UBC Okanagan, Okanagan College help tackle issues with homelessness
New funding from the federal government, UBC and the Vancouver Foundation aims to help improve services for the homeless. Continue reading
Some Shuswap beaches safe for swimming says regional district
Amid public concerns, the CSRD says some beaches are still safe for swimming and recreation. Continue reading
‘Still troubled by it’: Witness recounts securing the scene of northern B.C. double murder
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“They look young enough they really haven’t started living. And their life taken,” said Trevor Pierre. Continue reading
Here’s what we know about the 3 dead in northern B.C. and the suspects
Police have named the two young men, originally reported missing, as suspects in the deaths of three people found on northern B.C. highways. Continue reading
Okanagan weather: 30 degree heat returns
30 degree heat returns to the Okanagan weather forecast with sunshine and a risk of thunderstorms. Continue reading
‘Why would we expect our youth to feel safe?’: Coldstream rainbow crosswalk vandalized
Coldstream’s rainbow crosswalk was defaced with white paint. Continue reading
B.C. Coroners Service investigating after body found in Okanagan Lake
The body was found near Penticton on July 20. Continue reading
Canada’s crime rate rose in 2018 but country still safer than a decade ago: StatCan
The severity of crime also rose by two per cent, according to a Statistics Canada calculation called the Crime Severity Index. Continue reading
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