Man dead after stabbed multiple times, Toronto police say
Man taken to hospital without vital signs after struck by car: Toronto police
2-alarm fire sends elderly woman to hospital in critical condition, Toronto fire say
Hit and run leaves man in life-threatening condition
Driver, 25, charged after crash causes yogurt spill on Hwy 401 in east-end Toronto
Concerns raised over new ‘drink and carry’ program at Toronto Pride
LGBTQ community gathers for Pride’s annual Dyke March
“Resist is thinking about the ways our communities are marginalized,” said Erin Edgehill, co-chair of Pride Toronto Board. Continue reading
Toronto-based Syrian children’s choir turns down festival over fears of crossing U.S. border
Fei Tang, general manager of the Nai Kids Choir, says a chorus of about 60 Canadian newcomers between the ages five and 15 declined an invitation to perform at the Serenade! Choral Festival in Washington, D.C., next week. Continue reading
Study finds link between prescription opioid use, voting for Donald Trump
U.S. counties that heavily favoured Donald Trump in the 2016 presidential election were the most likely to have high rates of prescription opioid use, according to a new study. Continue reading
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Man jumps in front of TTC subway and survives, but family says health services failed him
By Farah Nasser Anchor
“Now he’s getting all the help he needs at an astronomical cost to the hospital … but they failed him.” Continue reading
Witness in Oakville, Ont. pharmacy theft overpowers suspect: police
It’s alleged the armed man went into an Oakville, Ont., pharmacy at about 11 a.m. on Friday, ordered several people to turn over their cellphones and then jumped the counter. Continue reading
U.S. government says it has reunited 522 immigrant children with their families
The U.S. Homeland Security Department said late Saturday the government has reunited 522 children separated from adults, and plans to reunite another 16 children over the next 24 hours. Continue reading
Sudbury toddler caught on camera playing hockey in crib
A Sudbury toddler decided to play some hockey in his crib instead of going to bed, but his crib camera caught him. Continue reading
Toronto Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna suspended through Aug. 4
The league announced the suspension – which is retroactive to May 8 and will cover a total of 75 games – in a release on Friday. MLB says Osuna has agreed not to appeal the suspension. Continue reading
Trump administration looks to expand use of family detention for immigrants
The Trump administration is calling for the expanded use of family detention for immigrant parents and children who are stopped along the U.S.-Mexico border, Continue reading
Health unit urges dental patients to get tested after child revealed to have hepatitis C
A child has tested positive for Hepatitis C after receiving treatment at an Orillia dental office, the health unit says. Continue reading
Feds launch search for new CEO of NCC, appoint charity executive to board of directors
The federal government announced it’s now accepting applications in its search to find the new chief executive officer of the National Capital Commission. Continue reading
Drug traffickers are using World Cup merchandise to smuggle cocaine
Some South American drug traffickers appear to be trying to take advantage of FIFA World Cup fervour to smuggle cocaine in soccer merchandise. Continue reading
With the clock ticking, we have many questions, few answers on Ontario’s marijuana plan
As legalization nears, answers to very basic questions about Ontario’s plan to sell legal marijuana aren’t forthcoming. Continue reading
Male pedestrian struck, pinned in three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 401 near Black Creek Drive
Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Kerry Schmidt said emergency crews were called to the scene of a three-vehicle collision on the 401 westbound in the collectors lanes near Highway 400 just before noon. Continue reading
Ugly canines gear up for annual ‘World’s Ugliest Dog’ contest
Dogs with hairless bodies and lolling tongues will flaunt their imperfections as they compete to win the 2018 World’s Ugliest Dog contest in the San Francisco Bay Area. Continue reading
Trump administration looks to expand use of family detention for immigrants
The Trump administration is calling for the expanded use of family detention for immigrant parents and children who are stopped along the U.S.-Mexico border, Continue reading
Victim’s family says notorious killer Robert ‘Willy’ Pickton moved to Quebec
The family of one of Pickton’s victims says they’ve learned he was moved to a Quebec prison. Continue reading
Virginia restaurant owner refuses to serve White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders
A Virginia restaurant owner refused to serve White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders and her party. Continue reading
2-alarm fire sends elderly woman to hospital in critical condition, Toronto fire say
Police said they received a call around 2:40 p.m. to 111 D’Arcy Street in the area of Spadina Avenue and Dundas Street West with reports of a fire. Continue reading
U.S. government says it has reunited 522 immigrant children with their families
The U.S. Homeland Security Department said late Saturday the government has reunited 522 children separated from adults, and plans to reunite another 16 children over the next 24 hours. Continue reading
LGBTQ community gathers for Pride’s annual Dyke March
“Resist is thinking about the ways our communities are marginalized,” said Erin Edgehill, co-chair of Pride Toronto Board. Continue reading
Toronto-based Syrian children’s choir turns down festival over fears of crossing U.S. border
Fei Tang, general manager of the Nai Kids Choir, says a chorus of about 60 Canadian newcomers between the ages five and 15 declined an invitation to perform at the Serenade! Choral Festival in Washington, D.C., next week. Continue reading
2-alarm fire sends elderly woman to hospital in critical condition, Toronto fire say
Police said they received a call around 2:40 p.m. to 111 D’Arcy Street in the area of Spadina Avenue and Dundas Street West with reports of a fire. Continue reading
Man jumps in front of TTC subway and survives, but family says health services failed him
By Farah Nasser Anchor
“Now he’s getting all the help he needs at an astronomical cost to the hospital … but they failed him.” Continue reading
Man dead after stabbed multiple times, Toronto police say
A police spokesperson said officers received an initial call around 12:30 p.m. Saturday with reports of a fight between two parties. Continue reading
Man taken to hospital without vital signs after struck by car: Toronto police
Officer said they were called to the area of Eglinton Avenue and Castle Knock Road around 1 p.m. after receiving reports that a pedestrian had been struck. Continue reading
Witness in Oakville, Ont. pharmacy theft overpowers suspect: police
It’s alleged the armed man went into an Oakville, Ont., pharmacy at about 11 a.m. on Friday, ordered several people to turn over their cellphones and then jumped the counter. Continue reading
Hit and run leaves man in life-threatening condition
An overnight hit and run in North York has left a man in his 20s in life-threatening condition. Continue reading
Sudbury toddler caught on camera playing hockey in crib
A Sudbury toddler decided to play some hockey in his crib instead of going to bed, but his crib camera caught him. Continue reading
Toronto Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna suspended through Aug. 4
The league announced the suspension – which is retroactive to May 8 and will cover a total of 75 games – in a release on Friday. MLB says Osuna has agreed not to appeal the suspension. Continue reading
Concerns raised over new ‘drink and carry’ program at Toronto Pride
By Jamie Mauracher Reporter
The terms and conditions read: “By purchasing a wristband, you agree to a bag check and I.D. check at any time.” Continue reading
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Road closures in effect this weekend as Toronto celebrates Pride
With over a million people expected to attend the Pride Parade, and with several other special events happening around town, the city recommends using public transit. Continue reading
Health unit urges dental patients to get tested after child revealed to have hepatitis C
A child has tested positive for Hepatitis C after receiving treatment at an Orillia dental office, the health unit says. Continue reading
Feds launch search for new CEO of NCC, appoint charity executive to board of directors
The federal government announced it’s now accepting applications in its search to find the new chief executive officer of the National Capital Commission. Continue reading
With the clock ticking, we have many questions, few answers on Ontario’s marijuana plan
As legalization nears, answers to very basic questions about Ontario’s plan to sell legal marijuana aren’t forthcoming. Continue reading
Male pedestrian struck, pinned in three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 401 near Black Creek Drive
Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Kerry Schmidt said emergency crews were called to the scene of a three-vehicle collision on the 401 westbound in the collectors lanes near Highway 400 just before noon. Continue reading
Orillia dentist defends his practice after health unit issues hepatitis C warning
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit says an investigation found patients may have been exposed to dental instruments that weren’t properly cleaned and sterilized at the Orillia, Ont., clinic previously known as Joe Philip and Associates. Continue reading
Simon Cowell promises to buy Toronto contestant dog after ‘America’s Got Talent’ audition
‘America’s Got Talent’ judge Simon Cowell told 13-year-old singer Jeffrey Li “If you do well, I’m going to buy you a dog. We’ll choose one together.” Continue reading
Ontario doctors to return to bargaining table after incoming Tory government reaches out
Ontario’s doctors have been without a physician services agreement for four years. Continue reading
Canadian AIDS Society lives to see another year, launching national ‘HIV testing day’
Donations from private donors will help the organization stay afloat for another year, re-hire full-time staff and complete a cannabis research project. Continue reading
Crucial Crown evidence ruled out as Dellen Millard’s murder trial nears end
Justice Maureen Forestell says the majority of testimony from Det. Const. Grant Sutherland is inadmissible. Continue reading
ANALYSIS: Canada already seeing effects of Trump’s immigration clampdown
By John O’Dowd Executive Producer
Uncertainty surrounding Trump’s immigration orders could trigger a flood of immigrants into Canada, expert says. Continue reading
Brother of alleged Bruce McArthur victim calls for public inquiry
The statement, written by Omer Esen and another brother, offered a fuller picture of Selim Esen’s life. Continue reading
Guns resembling water pistols among items seized in raids targeting Five Point Generalz street gang
The gun seizures were part of a nine-month investigation called Project Patton that resulted in the arrests of 75 people and over 1,000 charges laid. Continue reading
Driver, 25, charged after crash causes yogurt spill on Hwy 401 in east-end Toronto
Police said the driver of the transport truck was not injured and they are looking into fatigue as a possible factor in the crash. Continue reading
