Fans pack Vancouver’s Rogers Arena for Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’ book tour
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Thursday’s event was the first of four Canadian dates on Michelle Obama’s Becoming tour. Continue reading
Anti-discrimination group wants to create mapping tool of hatred across Canada
The Vancouver-based Morgane Oger Foundation has issued a call for volunteers to help build the Canadian Atlas of Populist Extremism, to be known as CAPE. Continue reading
‘Respect’: Powerful photo of police officer in headscarf captures solidarity of New Zealand Muslim community
A powerful photo of a New Zealand police officer standing guard outside of a Christchurch cemetery — while wearing a black headscarf with a red rose on her lapel and holding a rifle — has become an image of “respect” for many around the world. Continue reading
Chilliwack brush fire spreads to property building
By John Copsey Network news anchor
Fire spread to a property owner’s guest house when a fire he started to clear brush quickly spread during dry conditions. Continue reading
B.C. reaches deals to protect caribou that could render wolf and cougar culls unnecessary
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Hunters have said holding wildlife killing contests helps protect the caribou population, which is considered endangered in B.C. Continue reading
Nighttime podcast recap: The firearms ‘arsenal’ of the Valentines Day massacre plot
In episode 5, James Gamble and Lindsay Souvannarath’s “Arsenal,” Nighttime will examine the firearms that were available to the pair with the help of Canadian firearms expert. Continue reading
Retrofitted ambulance will provide mental health services to remote northern B.C. communities
Along with mental health and addictions services, the unit will also provide naloxone kits, basic wound care and social support services. Continue reading
‘Where will the athletes go?’: Surrey Gymnastics Society looks for new home
The club has used a building behind Frank Hurt Secondary for decades, but the school district now says it needs the space. Continue reading
Country singer Justin Carter dies after prop gun accidentally goes off on set
The 35-year-old singer’s death was confirmed by his management team on Thursday. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – March 21
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Village in Haida Gwaii receives cell phone service for the first time ever
The biggest impact on the town will be improved safety, according to Port Clements mayor Doug Daugert. Continue reading
China has stopped all canola imports from Canada, industry group says
The Canola Council of Canada says China has stopped buying canola seeds from Canada. Continue reading
Investigation launched after man falls out of 3rd-storey window while fleeing Vancouver police
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The man, who police say is in his 50s, fell to the ground on East Hastings near Columbia Street and sustained life-threatening injuries. Continue reading
Cheetahs will not prosper in B.C. after panel rejects permit request for two big cats
The Environmental Appeal Board has refused to overturn a 2017 ruling denying a permit to move the cheetahs to a property north of Creston. Continue reading
WATCH LIVE: Question Period in the House of Commons
Get a front row seat for all the action happening in Canada’s House of Commons in Ottawa. Continue reading
3 students injured, 2 stabbed, at Brock University’s Village residence
Police said two suspects were seen leaving the campus in a car. As of Friday, no one was arrested in connection with the incident. Continue reading
Janes Pub Style Chicken Nuggets recalled over fears of salmonella contamination
The recall of Janes Pub Style Chicken Nuggets affects 800-gram packages with a best before date of Dec. 15. Continue reading
Man hosts naked mannequin ‘party’ to taunt neighbour who complained about fence height
A man in California decided to throw a “party” with a bunch of naked mannequins in his yard, taunting a neighbour who had called city officials and complained about the height of a fence. Continue reading
House of Commons voting marathon ends, after Liberals nearly lost a confidence motion
Late Thursday afternoon, Conservatives believed they had caught the Liberals shorthanded, with not enough of them ready to vote to pass one item. Continue reading
‘Us’ movie review: Haunting, creative horror another must-see from Jordan Peele
With scenes that’ll stick with you for days afterwards, ‘Us’ is creepy, suspenseful and a refreshing entry in the horror genre. Continue reading
Fans pack Vancouver’s Rogers Arena for Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’ book tour
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Thursday’s event was the first of four Canadian dates on Michelle Obama’s Becoming tour. Continue reading
Anti-discrimination group wants to create mapping tool of hatred across Canada
The Vancouver-based Morgane Oger Foundation has issued a call for volunteers to help build the Canadian Atlas of Populist Extremism, to be known as CAPE. Continue reading
Chilliwack brush fire spreads to property building
By John Copsey Network news anchor
Fire spread to a property owner’s guest house when a fire he started to clear brush quickly spread during dry conditions. Continue reading
B.C. reaches deals to protect caribou that could render wolf and cougar culls unnecessary
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Hunters have said holding wildlife killing contests helps protect the caribou population, which is considered endangered in B.C. Continue reading
Retrofitted ambulance will provide mental health services to remote northern B.C. communities
Along with mental health and addictions services, the unit will also provide naloxone kits, basic wound care and social support services. Continue reading
‘Where will the athletes go?’: Surrey Gymnastics Society looks for new home
The club has used a building behind Frank Hurt Secondary for decades, but the school district now says it needs the space. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – March 21
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
Village in Haida Gwaii receives cell phone service for the first time ever
The biggest impact on the town will be improved safety, according to Port Clements mayor Doug Daugert. Continue reading
Investigation launched after man falls out of 3rd-storey window while fleeing Vancouver police
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The man, who police say is in his 50s, fell to the ground on East Hastings near Columbia Street and sustained life-threatening injuries. Continue reading
Cheetahs will not prosper in B.C. after panel rejects permit request for two big cats
The Environmental Appeal Board has refused to overturn a 2017 ruling denying a permit to move the cheetahs to a property north of Creston. Continue reading
Can more be done to prevent Vernon dust advisories?
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
The number of days Vernon has experienced dust advisories has increased in recent years. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Economic storm clouds are on the horizon for the NDP government
By Keith Baldrey Legislative Bureau Chief
After experiencing relatively sunny days during their first 20 months in office, things may be about to get a little darker for the NDP government. Continue reading
Popular Langley harvest and Christmas festivals may be shut down due to land use dispute
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The founders of Darvonda Nurseries in Langley say they may not be able to run the popular Glow Langley Christmas and Harvest events due to land use issues. Continue reading
Fighting fire in the Okanagan with flame, cattle and logging
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
The provincial government is hoping prescribed burns, logging and allowing cattle to graze in some areas will eventually lead to a decrease in wildfires. Continue reading
New detection dog joins B.C.’s search for invasive mussels
K9 Major may have a goofball personality but he takes his detection job seriously. Continue reading
Food recall notice issued for Okanagan-made coffee drink: Interior Health
Interior Health says consumers should throw the product out or return it for a refund. Continue reading
Real-life tsunami threat in Port Alberni prompts updates to evacuation procedures
A new report examines what happened after a tsunami warning was issued in the dead of night in Vancouver Island 14 months ago. Continue reading
Smashing start to spring: 79 record highs broken across Canada
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
The first day of spring was a record-breaking one for 79 communities across Canada. Continue reading
B.C. care providers call on province’s seniors’ advocate to step down over collusion allegations
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The BCCPA alleges Isobel Mackenzie collaborated with the Hospital Workers’ Union on a report on the transferring of patients from home care to hospitals. Continue reading
Wildlife rehab centre badly needed in the Okanagan: B.C. SPCA
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
Wild ARC can only help wildlife from the southern part of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands and the need for more centres like it is growing, especially in the Okanagan. Continue reading
Man sentenced to two years in prison for ‘bumbling’ Kamloops liquor store robbery
He made the cashiers accompany him through the front door — then demanded they buy him a coffee at the Tim Horton’s next door. Continue reading
Pipeline proponent argues B.C. legislation only applies to Trans Mountain project
Environmental legislation proposed by British Columbia is targeting the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion and would significantly impact it, says the proponent of the project. Continue reading
Kelowna police officer injured in arrest of allegedly combative man
Request for RCMP assistance during an emergency medical call turned into a small police chase, then an arrest. Continue reading
B.C. health minister vows ‘refresh’ of hospital discharge policy after Chilliwack mayor complaints
Ken Popove says it will help other communities that may be experiencing the same issue. Continue reading
Province pledges health worker hiring spree as it announces Burnaby Urgent and Primary Care Centre
By Simon Little Online Journalist
B.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix is promising to hire 68 new health care workers, including 10 general practitioners and 10 nurse practitioners in Burnaby. Continue reading