Winnipeg Blue Bombers add former NFL receiver
By Russ Hobson Sports Anchor/Reporter
The Bombers signed former NFL receiver Chris Givens to their practice roster on Thursday. Continue reading
Manitoba RCMP search for suspect after garbage can used in cigarette heist
RCMP are searching for a man after he stole 164 cartons of cigarettes from a Virden, Man. gas station. Continue reading
‘SNL’ Season 43 musical guests will include Jay-Z, Sam Smith and Pink
The new season of ‘Saturday Night Live’ premieres next week on Sept. 30. Continue reading
Better Winnipeg: Boxing classes for people with Parkinson’s disease a hit
They may not look like your typical boxers, but a group of Winnipeggers are not letting Parkinson’s disease keep them down for the count. Continue reading
Winnipeg mom and bodybuilders get boy’s stolen bike back 6 months later
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
When Krystle De Leon’s son had his bike stolen last April, she didn’t think they would ever see it again. But six months, a Kijiji ad and two bodybuilding friends later… this story now has a happy ending. Continue reading
Man who tried to rob Starbucks planning to sue citizen who took him down
The 58-year-old man who intervened in an armed robbery at a California Starbucks could face a lawsuit after the man he brought down accused him of using excessive force. Continue reading
Lynn Beyak kicked out of all Senate committees after First Nations remarks
The controversial senator remains part of the Conservative caucus. Continue reading
Lost and Found: Meeting your daughter 40 years later
Susan Doan was 16 when she got pregnant, and had to put her daughter up for adoption. Continue reading
‘Best before,’ ‘Use by’ dates to be simplified, major food companies pledge
Some of the world’s most prominent food companies banded together to sign a call to action, creating targets to change the way food is labelled. Continue reading
Winnipeg Goldeyes clobber Wichita Wingnuts to claim 2nd straight championship
By Russ Hobson Sports Anchor/Reporter
The Goldeyes earned back to back titles as they blasted the Wichita Wingnuts 18-2 in the game five clincher at Shaw Park on Wednesday. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers fly past Winnipeg Jets for another pre-season win
The Edmonton Oilers overcome an early deficit to beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-1 on Wednesday night. Continue reading
Nova Scotia couple gets married at Tim Hortons where they first met
These two singles went into a Tim Hortons and walked out a happy double-double after saying their “I dos.” Continue reading
BLOG: Looking at Blue Bomber leadership with Westerman out ahead of Redblack tilt
Ed Tait is a writer for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This article was originally published at BlueBombers.com. Continue reading
‘It’s getting worse’: Former refugee speaks about racism faced almost daily in Winnipeg
By Zahra Premji Reporter
A Syrian refugee family was greeted by hateful words written on the fence outside their home on Tuesday. They said this isn’t the first time their family had been targeted and it’s not the first time for other refugee families in Winnipeg either. Continue reading
Walmart tests grocery service that would place items into the fridge
“This may not be for everyone,” the company wrote in a blog post Friday. Continue reading
Fall weather forecast 2017: What Canadians can expect in the months ahead
By Anthony Farnell Chief Meteorologist
Global News chief meteorologist Anthony Farnell takes a look at what Canadians can expect in the weather forecast this fall. Continue reading
ANALYSIS: At the United Nations, Justin Trudeau turns Canada away from the world and to his country’s failures
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
Trudeau’s sophomore effort at the United Nations General Assembly, early Thursday afternoon, was of a decidedly different tone than last year’s speech and, it must be said, out of step with many other leaders. Continue reading
Researchers have developed a pen that detects cancer in seconds
The current technique involves keeping the patient on the table and under anaesthesia for 30 minutes while a pathologist analyzes the tissues. Continue reading
Will Trudeau’s reforms really mean 73% tax for small business?
Ask any Conservative politician in Ottawa, and they’ll tell you exactly why proposed changes to Canada’s tax laws are a terrible idea. But is the rhetoric based in fact? Continue reading
Non-Americans barred from U.S. for smoking pot — even in states where it’s legal
U.S. border officials can and do ban people from the country for life for admitting to smoking pot in states where it’s legal. What does that mean for Canadians? Continue reading
Winnipeg police ask mechanics for help in search for car in fatal hit and run
By Lauren McNabb Senior Anchor
Winnipeg police say they’ve searched the city for a grey Honda believed to be involved in a fatal hit and run and are now turning to the public for help. Continue reading
Manitoba judge rejects accused letter bombers attempt to toss DNA evidence
By Lauren McNabb Senior Anchor
A judge has denied a motion from Guido Amsel’s lawyers questioning the validity of evidence gathered in the investigation against the accused letter bomber. Continue reading
BLOG: Close look at the Blue and Gold ahead of head-to-head with the Redblacks
Ed Tait is a writer for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This article was originally published at BlueBombers.com. Continue reading
Winnipeg Blue Bombers add former NFL receiver
By Russ Hobson Sports Anchor/Reporter
The Bombers signed former NFL receiver Chris Givens to their practice roster on Thursday. Continue reading
Kind Winnipeggers come forward to show Syrian refugees they’re welcome in Canada
By Zahra Premji Reporter
Just two days after hateful words were written on the fence where six Syrian refugee families live, many Winnipeggers have come forward to offer words of kindness and offer a helping hand. Continue reading
Manitoba RCMP search for suspect after garbage can used in cigarette heist
RCMP are searching for a man after he stole 164 cartons of cigarettes from a Virden, Man. gas station. Continue reading
Better Winnipeg: Boxing classes for people with Parkinson’s disease a hit
They may not look like your typical boxers, but a group of Winnipeggers are not letting Parkinson’s disease keep them down for the count. Continue reading
Winnipeg mom and bodybuilders get boy’s stolen bike back 6 months later
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
When Krystle De Leon’s son had his bike stolen last April, she didn’t think they would ever see it again. But six months, a Kijiji ad and two bodybuilding friends later… this story now has a happy ending. Continue reading
Lynn Beyak kicked out of all Senate committees after First Nations remarks
The controversial senator remains part of the Conservative caucus. Continue reading
Lost and Found: Meeting your daughter 40 years later
Susan Doan was 16 when she got pregnant, and had to put her daughter up for adoption. Continue reading
Winnipeg Goldeyes clobber Wichita Wingnuts to claim 2nd straight championship
By Russ Hobson Sports Anchor/Reporter
The Goldeyes earned back to back titles as they blasted the Wichita Wingnuts 18-2 in the game five clincher at Shaw Park on Wednesday. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers fly past Winnipeg Jets for another pre-season win
The Edmonton Oilers overcome an early deficit to beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-1 on Wednesday night. Continue reading
BLOG: Looking at Blue Bomber leadership with Westerman out ahead of Redblack tilt
Ed Tait is a writer for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This article was originally published at BlueBombers.com. Continue reading
‘It’s getting worse’: Former refugee speaks about racism faced almost daily in Winnipeg
By Zahra Premji Reporter
A Syrian refugee family was greeted by hateful words written on the fence outside their home on Tuesday. They said this isn’t the first time their family had been targeted and it’s not the first time for other refugee families in Winnipeg either. Continue reading
Future STARS helipad at Portage Hospital funded entirely from donations
Manitoba is set to get its second STARS Air Ambulance helipad and it’s all because of donations from the community. Continue reading
Caught on camera: Two vehicles destroyed by fire in St. James
Fast moving flames were captured on camera as they engulfed two vehicles in St. James. Continue reading
Winnipeg cyclist, who was pinned under SUV, released from hospital after 3.5 months
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
A Winnipeg cyclist is one step closer to going home after being moved from a hospital to a rehabilitation and physiotherapy facility. Continue reading
Winnipeg police arrest man shot during officer involved shooting, linked to home invasion, assaults
Peter Wilfred Flett, 26, was shot by police on July 24 after leading officers on a high speed chase. He is now facing charges in connection to a home invasion in June, and two assaults and a robbery in July. Continue reading
Lost and Found: Digging for treasure at CF Polo Park
As part of 680 CJOB’s lost and found series, we checked out the items left behind at Winnipeg’s biggest mall. Continue reading
Allan Shyback sentenced to 7 years for killing wife, burying body
The Crown is calling for a sentence of up to 15 years for a Calgary man who strangled his wife and buried her body in their basement. Continue reading
‘I want help please’ Syrian refugee family scared after racist graffiti and threats
A family of Syrian refugees said they don’t feel safe in their Winnipeg community after they woke up to a series of racist graffiti on their fence. Continue reading
Winnipeg Blue Bomber Jamaal Westerman suffers season ending injury
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have suffered a major loss to their roster after it was revealed Jamaal Westerman is injured for the rest of the season. Continue reading
‘It was a dark period in my life’: Wab Kinew addresses former assault, drunk driving charges
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
He has been the Leader of the Official Opposition for just days but already Wab Kinew’s role as the head of the Manitoba NDP have come intense scrutiny. Continue reading
Winnipeg police arrest 3rd suspect in Friday shooting
Roy Lionel Laquette, 25, has been arrested and faces charges in connection to a shooting on Friday as well as another incident from “earlier in the summer”. Continue reading
Final Manitoba wildfire evacuees heading home: Red Cross
The last of those forced from their homes by massive wildfires in Manitoba are heading home Tuesday. Continue reading
