What’s open and closed in Toronto on Victoria Day
Hwy. 400 ramps to EB Hwy. 401 re-open after tractor trailer rollover, driver charged
Municipalities grapple with hundreds of millions in Ontario government funding cuts
Young boy injured after stabbing in Toronto’s north end: police
Man and woman wanted after pickpocket thefts at downtown restaurants
Toronto police looking for fugitive wanted for extradition to the U.S.
Over 25,000 people expected to attend tech conference ‘Collision’ in Toronto
It’s being touted as one of the fastest growing tech conferences in North America, and for the first time Collision will be hosted in Toronto. Continue reading
Child in life-threatening condition, 3 injured after crash in Toronto’s east end
Emergency crews were called to the Pharmacy Avenue and Huntingwood Drive area, north of Sheppard Avenue East, at around 5:50 p.m. Continue reading
‘It goes to the root of the problem’: Mexico calls for regional development to address immigration
A U.N. commission on Monday presented a roadmap to boost economic development in three Central American nations whose poverty and violence now pushes desperate migrants to travel across Mexico to the United States. Continue reading
Red Sox crush Guerrero-less Blue Jays 12-2
The Blue Jays had little chance against the Boston Red Sox on Victoria Day, especially with the way the World Series champions have performed lately. Subtracting rookie sensation Vladimir Guerrero Jr., from Toronto’s lineup didn’t help either. Continue reading
Duck-lip selfies to eating steak: Halton officer recounts weirdest distracted driving incidents
Const. Marc Taraso, an 11-year officer with Halton Regional Police and a dedicated traffic officer in Oakville since January, takes residents on patrol with him through posts on his Twitter account on a regular basis. Continue reading
Trump touts 2020 re-election chances, takes swipe at Biden during Pennsylvania rally
Trump’s visit to the key battleground state also came two days after Biden held a campaign rally in Philadelphia, and the former vice president wasn’t far from Trump’s mind. Continue reading
Red Sox crush Guerrero-less Blue Jays 12-2
The Boston Red Sox crushed the Vladimir Guerrero Jr.-less Toronto Blue Jays on Victoria Day. Continue reading
Fire at CNE bandshell stage possible arson, Toronto police say
Emergency crews were called at 1:46 p.m. on Monday for a fire at the bandshell concert area. Continue reading
Nicaraguan government releases 100 jailed protesters
The administration of President Daniel Ortega said all 100 face charges of “offences against security and the public peace,” which have commonly been applied to participants in anti-government protests that started last year. Continue reading
Family Matters podcast: Why all same-sex twins should get genetic testing
Are you a twin? And if so, do you know with confidence whether you are an identical or fraternal twin? Continue reading
Two deer die at Marineland after father and son allegedly caused a stampede
Marineland claims that the pair caused a stampede at the park on opening day on Saturday, and took off when staff tried to calm the animals. Continue reading
Tornadoes touch down in Oklahoma, Texas as forecasters warn more perilous weather could hit
An intense storm system that weather forecasters labeled “particularly dangerous” swept through the Southern Plains Monday, spawning a few tornadoes. Continue reading
Scarborough residents worry temperature shift could spawn rat resurgence
By Shallima Maharaj Digital Broadcast Journalist
Residents of a Scarborough neighbourhood worry spring temperatures could spawn a rat resurgence. Continue reading
Man dies after losing control of his motorcycle in Milton: police
Halton Regional Police say a 23-year-old motorcycle rider has died on scene after losing control trying to make a turn on a Milton road Monday morning. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – May 20
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Dead bodies and bursting lakes: How climate change is changing Mount Everest
Studies have shown that climate change is contributing to how fast glaciers on the world’s tallest mountain are melting. Continue reading
Family Matters podcast: Why all same-sex twins should get genetic testing
Are you a twin? And if so, do you know with confidence whether you are an identical or fraternal twin? Continue reading
Over 25,000 people expected to attend tech conference ‘Collision’ in Toronto
It’s being touted as one of the fastest growing tech conferences in North America, and for the first time Collision will be hosted in Toronto. Continue reading
3 handwritten wills found in the home of Aretha Franklin
Franklin was 76 when she died last August of pancreatic cancer. Lawyers and family members said at the time that she had no will, but three handwritten versions were discovered earlier this month. Continue reading
Kraft Heinz acknowledges ‘Mayochup’ can have very different meaning
Arden Ogg, director of the Cree Literacy Network, says that around Moose Factory, the name can be heard as, “s*** face.” Continue reading
Over 25,000 people expected to attend tech conference ‘Collision’ in Toronto
It’s being touted as one of the fastest growing tech conferences in North America, and for the first time Collision will be hosted in Toronto. Continue reading
Child in life-threatening condition, 3 injured after crash in Toronto’s east end
Emergency crews were called to the Pharmacy Avenue and Huntingwood Drive area, north of Sheppard Avenue East, at around 5:50 p.m. Continue reading
Red Sox crush Guerrero-less Blue Jays 12-2
The Blue Jays had little chance against the Boston Red Sox on Victoria Day, especially with the way the World Series champions have performed lately. Subtracting rookie sensation Vladimir Guerrero Jr., from Toronto’s lineup didn’t help either. Continue reading
Duck-lip selfies to eating steak: Halton officer recounts weirdest distracted driving incidents
Const. Marc Taraso, an 11-year officer with Halton Regional Police and a dedicated traffic officer in Oakville since January, takes residents on patrol with him through posts on his Twitter account on a regular basis. Continue reading
Red Sox crush Guerrero-less Blue Jays 12-2
The Boston Red Sox crushed the Vladimir Guerrero Jr.-less Toronto Blue Jays on Victoria Day. Continue reading
Fire at CNE bandshell stage possible arson, Toronto police say
Emergency crews were called at 1:46 p.m. on Monday for a fire at the bandshell concert area. Continue reading
Family Matters podcast: Why all same-sex twins should get genetic testing
Are you a twin? And if so, do you know with confidence whether you are an identical or fraternal twin? Continue reading
Two deer die at Marineland after father and son allegedly caused a stampede
Marineland claims that the pair caused a stampede at the park on opening day on Saturday, and took off when staff tried to calm the animals. Continue reading
Scarborough residents worry temperature shift could spawn rat resurgence
By Shallima Maharaj Digital Broadcast Journalist
Residents of a Scarborough neighbourhood worry spring temperatures could spawn a rat resurgence. Continue reading
Man dies after losing control of his motorcycle in Milton: police
Halton Regional Police say a 23-year-old motorcycle rider has died on scene after losing control trying to make a turn on a Milton road Monday morning. Continue reading
Municipalities grapple with hundreds of millions in Ontario government funding cuts
Ontario’s municipalities say they may be forced to raise taxes or cut services due to provincial government cuts that will likely equal well over half a billion dollars in lost annual funding and foregone revenue. Continue reading
Hwy. 400 ramps to EB Hwy. 401 re-open after tractor trailer rollover, driver charged
The OPP say both Highway 400 ramps to the eastbound Highway 401 have re-opened after a tractor trailer rollover just before 6 a.m. Monday. Continue reading
Dog found after being reported stolen from Toronto woman’s lap as she napped on the subway
Toronto police say they have reunited a missing chihuahua with it’s owner after the dog was reportedly stolen from a woman’s lap while she was on the subway over the Victoria Day long-weekend. Continue reading
How community gardens offer Toronto neighbourhoods a chance to grow
The City of Toronto offers small urban communities and neighbourhoods a chance to grow their own gardens in city parks. Continue reading
World Bee Day: How beekeepers are keeping the pollinating buzz alive
“I think we’re here as a beacon to tell a message about what’s happening to our environment, and I see that as as probably the most important role of a beekeeper nowadays.” Continue reading
Toronto Raptors beat Bucks in double OT, giving team lifeline in Eastern finals
The Raptors trail Milwaukee 2-1 in the best-of-seven series heading into Tuesday’s Game 4. Continue reading
Guerrero Jr. homers again, Blue Jays beat White Sox 5-2
Following a slow start, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is showing why he’s one of the top prospects in the majors. Continue reading
Man struck by vehicle in Toronto’s Parkdale neighbourhood in critical condition
A police spokesperson told Global News that two vehicles collided at the intersection, and one of them struck the pedestrian, pinning him underneath the car. Continue reading
Raptors or ‘Game of Thrones’? Fans faced with tough TV choice
The most critical moments of the Raptors’ Game 3 will almost certainly overlap with the first half-hour or so of the “Game of Thrones” 80-minute finale on Sunday. Continue reading
Toronto police looking for fugitive wanted for extradition to the U.S.
52-year-old Osaruyi Igbinob Enazena has been charged in Ohio in relation to a complex bank fraud and identity theft investigation. Continue reading
Man and woman wanted after pickpocket thefts at downtown restaurants
The suspects allegedly then walked towards the bar area, at which point the man hid his hand by placing his jacket over it, and stole a wallet from an unsuspecting person. Continue reading
Injured man boards TTC bus in Scarborough: police
Police responded to the call made by a TTC bus driver just after 10 p.m. after they say the man wandered onto a bus in the Dean Park and Sheppard Road area. Continue reading
Two injured after stabbing outside Scarborough plaza: police
A Toronto police spokesperson later confirmed to Global News that both victims were injured in a fight with each other. Continue reading
This Toronto doctor helps people get more money to improve their health
For Dr. Gary Bloch’s patients, having more money has a bigger effect on their health than just getting a prescription. Continue reading
White Sox beat Blue Jays 4-1, game halted by rain in 5th
Lucas Giolito threw five solid innings, Leury Garcia homered and the Chicago White Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 Saturday in a game stopped after 4 1/2 innings because of rain. Continue reading
