Point Grey homeowners grill David Eby over school tax on $3M homes
“Properties have gone up in value through no fault of our own and we’re being victimized for it,” said one protester. Continue reading
Wildfires near Pitt Lake, Merritt spring up Sunday
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Fire season appears to have begun in earnest, with a pair of new wildfires spotted on Sunday. Continue reading
Florida launches emergency preparations as subtropical storm Alberto nears
The first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, Subtropical Storm Alberto, gained strength as it approached the northern Gulf Coast, emptying out beaches in Florida ahead of Memorial Day. Continue reading
West Kelowna fire chief gives update on Mission Hill blaze
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Crackling flames quickly crept up Mission Hill on Saturday night, prompting the evacuation of the winery and up to 50 homes. Continue reading
Crews look to mid-week rain for relief as B.C. wildfires hold steady
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Evacuation orders and alerts remain in place for a pair of wildfires in B.C.’s Southern Interior. Continue reading
Donald Trump threatens another government shutdown over border wall dispute
President Donald Trump has warned Congress that he will never sign another foot-tall, $1 trillion-plus government-wide spending bill like the one he did in March. Continue reading
Small oil spill reported at Trans Mountain facility north of Kamloops
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
About 100 litres of “crude oil” are reported to have leaked. Continue reading
Recipe: Waffle Eggs Benedict
Harley Darnel of Coho Commissary and Brunch Affair makes Waffles Eggs Benedict Continue reading
Here’s why a judge says Donald Trump can’t block people on Twitter
President Donald Trump can do many things on Twitter. He can call a former FBI director “slippery” and a former president “cheatin’.” He can spontaneously SWITCH TO ALL CAPS and claim media organizations are “fake news.” Continue reading
Minor planet named after Vancouver Island First Nation
“It’s very much like immortality. This planet will have your name forever and for as long as the human race exists.” Continue reading
Three years after English Bay fuel spill, Vancouver says it’s seen no compensation
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
“It’s ridiculous that it’s taken over three years now fighting for the costs to be covered for an oil spill in our harbour,” said Mayor Gregor Robertson. Continue reading
Paris mayor hails ‘heroic’ Malian immigrant who scaled building to save child
The video of Mamoudou Gassama’s quick climbing to reach the child, cheered on by terrified onlookers, went viral on social media, with people calling the 22-year-old a real spider man. Continue reading
Vancouver man killed after being struck by SUV on Cambie Street
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The incident marks the city’s fourth fatal pedestrian collision this year. Continue reading
Man in wheelchair dies after being struck by train in Chilliwack
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Witnesses say two women ran up to try and help him but could not get him free. Continue reading
Video shows flash flood sweeping through Baltimore-area street after heavy rains
Flash flooding and water rescues are being reported in Maryland as heavy rain soaks much of the state. Continue reading
PC Organics, Love Child Organics baby food recalled in Canada
Health Canada is warning consumers that 16 flavours of baby food should not be eaten. Continue reading
Strange ‘wolf-like’ creature shot in Montana, leaves wildlife experts baffled
A mysterious “wolf-like” creature was shot on a ranch in Montana, leaving wildlife experts puzzled about its species. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Why we steal office supplies from work
A majority of employees take home office supplies for personal use. Prof. Yannick Griep explains why so many do that — and offers hints on how they can stop. Continue reading
American Airlines passenger’s demand for beer led to the FBI being called
Flight 1293 had been in the air for about an hour when Jason Felix summoned the flight attendant to order an additional beer. The flight attendant — not allowed to serve intoxicated passengers — refused. Continue reading
‘We do not appreciate or welcome irregular migration’: Hussen
More than 7,600 people crossed the Canada-U.S. border irregularly between Jan. 1 and April 30. Continue reading
Point Grey homeowners grill David Eby over school tax on $3M homes
“Properties have gone up in value through no fault of our own and we’re being victimized for it,” said one protester. Continue reading
Wildfires near Pitt Lake, Merritt spring up Sunday
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Fire season appears to have begun in earnest, with a pair of new wildfires spotted on Sunday. Continue reading
West Kelowna fire chief gives update on Mission Hill blaze
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Crackling flames quickly crept up Mission Hill on Saturday night, prompting the evacuation of the winery and up to 50 homes. Continue reading
Crews look to mid-week rain for relief as B.C. wildfires hold steady
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
Evacuation orders and alerts remain in place for a pair of wildfires in B.C.’s Southern Interior. Continue reading
Small oil spill reported at Trans Mountain facility north of Kamloops
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
About 100 litres of “crude oil” are reported to have leaked. Continue reading
Recipe: Waffle Eggs Benedict
Harley Darnel of Coho Commissary and Brunch Affair makes Waffles Eggs Benedict Continue reading
Minor planet named after Vancouver Island First Nation
“It’s very much like immortality. This planet will have your name forever and for as long as the human race exists.” Continue reading
Three years after English Bay fuel spill, Vancouver says it’s seen no compensation
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
“It’s ridiculous that it’s taken over three years now fighting for the costs to be covered for an oil spill in our harbour,” said Mayor Gregor Robertson. Continue reading
Vancouver man killed after being struck by SUV on Cambie Street
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The incident marks the city’s fourth fatal pedestrian collision this year. Continue reading
Man in wheelchair dies after being struck by train in Chilliwack
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Witnesses say two women ran up to try and help him but could not get him free. Continue reading
Mission Hill Winery fire considered suspicious
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
Evacuees allowed back into their homes at 11 p.m. The fire quickly spread to 5 hectares on a rocky, treed and brush covered hillside below Mission Hill Winery around 7 p.m. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – May 26
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Volunteers help with fire fuel cleanup in Kelowna
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Nearly a dozen volunteers in Kelowna’s Clifton neighbourhood spent Saturday morning scavenging the forest for big branches and tree limbs. Continue reading
How B.C.’s Mauro Ranallo rose to the top of sports broadcasting while living with bipolar disorder
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Abbotsford’s Mauro Ranallo journey in the world of sports started at Global BC’s studio back in 1986. Continue reading
Progress made on Xusum Creek fire, but dry weather still poses ‘extreme risk’ in parts of B.C.
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Firefighters have made progress on the Xusum Creek fire, which is now 25 per cent contained. Continue reading
City of Surrey app may allow residents to see who filed complaint against them
By Estefania Duran Digital Reporter/Content Coordinator
“Surrey should be protecting its law-abiding citizens not offering them up on a platter.” Continue reading
Highway 1 closed east of Bridal Falls due to fatal crash
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
There is not word yet on any injuries or what caused the crash. Continue reading
Kelowna hit and run caught on dash cam
By Kimberly Davidson Anchor/Reporter
A hit-and-run crash in Kelowna was caught on dash cam Saturday morning. Continue reading
Vancouver commuters, take note: 1st Avenue road closures kick in as gas line upgraded
FortisBC will be working to put in a gas line over the summer. Continue reading
Opioids are starting to be found in mussels near Canadian waters
Mussels are the latest organisms affected by the human opioid crisis. Continue reading
‘Expect delays’: Granville SkyTrain station main escalators closing for 2 years
By Estefania Duran Digital Reporter/Content Coordinator
TransLink is asking passengers to allow for extra travel time noting disruptions are expected. Continue reading
Wildfire danger across B.C. growing with more fires flaring up
Right now, there are eight ‘wildfires of note’ burning across B.C. and smoke is visible in many communities. Continue reading
Burn survivor speaks in support of Hometown Heroes Lottery
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Charlotte Freeman spent two weeks in a medically-induced coma after her clothing caught fire while she made breakfast. She says support from the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Association Burn Fund was instrumental in helping her heal. Continue reading
Shuswap park renamed in memory of landslide victim
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Neighbours remembered Roy Sharp as helpful, caring, “a gentle soul and wonderful man.” Continue reading
Vancouver Craft Beer Week expecting thousands of visitors this year
By Aaron McArthur Reporter/Anchor
There are more than 100 breweries and cideries in attendance all tapping into a market that is only getting bigger. Continue reading
