Snowfall warning issued for Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Sunshine Coast for Friday
Strong majority of Canadians support mandatory vaccinations for children entering school: poll
B.C. government considers requiring students to register measles immunizations
‘There’s a lot of misinformation out there’: BC Centre for Disease Control aims to educate kids on vaccinations
Delta police officer stabbed breaking up assault in front of elementary school
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh proposes new housing measures
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Chilliwack family searching for dog spooked by SUV rollover
The family who owns Zeus, a two-year-old golden pitbull, has been searching for him for a week to no avail. Continue reading
B.C. legislature set to launch internal probe into allegations brought forward by Speaker
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The internal probe will look into the allegations put forward in a pair of reports from Speaker Darryl Plecas as well as the defence brought forward by the accused. Continue reading
Father of Alabama woman who joined ISIS in Syria sues Trump administration to return her to U.S.
Hoda Muthana is in a Syrian refugee camp with her 18-month-old son after she fled what’s left of the Islamic State’s self-declared homeland. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Feb. 21
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
B.C. drug experts recommend legal heroin to combat overdose crisis
By Sarah MacDonald Reporter
A new report suggests that providing legal heroin to users would help reduce overdose deaths by ensuring the drug supply used is free of fentanyl. Continue reading
WATCH: Sidney Crosby helps ignite brawl between Penguins and Sharks
Pittsburgh captain Sidney Crosby and coach Mike Sullivan were among a group that earned 10-minute misconducts following a dust-up between both sides late in the third period. Continue reading
Avalanche warning issued for B.C.’s south coast, island as weak snowpack persists
Avalanche Canada says a forecasted snowfall for Friday could also trigger an avalanche in the area, warning backcountry users to stay clear until at least Sunday. Continue reading
‘I’m just glad we got to them in time’: Men save 2 children from icy lake in Coquitlam
Mitch Muir was working from his home on the edge of Oxbow Lake when he saw the 10-year-old boys on the ice, one of them in the water. Continue reading
Trump promises to expand opportunity for Americans of all races in Black History Month speech
Speaking to hundreds Thursday at a White House reception, Trump boasted about the economy and said the unemployment rate for African-Americans is at its “lowest ever.” Continue reading
Semiahmoo advances to elite 8 at Quebec peewee hockey tournament, Kelowna falls in OT
Up next for Semiahmoo are the New England Prospects, who, like the Ravens, are 2-0. Continue reading
5 things to do this weekend for Friday, February 22 2019
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Here are your five things to do this weekend for Friday, Feb. 22, 2019. Continue reading
Jussie Smollett’s lawyers blast ‘organized law enforcement spectacle’ on day of his arrest
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Jussie Smollett drew forceful criticism from Chicago police Supt. Eddie Johnson on Thursday. Continue reading
5 things to do this weekend for Thursday, February 21
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Here are your five things to do this weekend for Thursday, Feb. 21. Continue reading
Vancouver police data shows theft from vehicles, sex offences surged in 2018
By Sarah MacDonald Reporter
The data on crimes committed in Vancouver in 2018 was released Thursday. Continue reading
Ex-ambassador trying to sue Trudeau’s top aide for $250K over mental suffering allegations
The allegations have not been proven in court, and the Prime Minister’s Office did not respond to a request for comment. Continue reading
Brampton father accused of killing 11-year-old daughter dies in hospital
The news comes on the same day family, friends and community members attended a funeral in Etobicoke for Riya Rajkumar. Continue reading
All bets are off — it’s snowing in Las Vegas
Winter storms in the U.S. Southwest brought snow to the foothills around Southern California as well. Continue reading
Jussie Smollett freed on US$100K bond after charge laid in ‘hoax’ attack
Jussie Smollett was arrested Thursday for allegedly filing a false police report claiming he was the victim of a hate crime in Chicago. Continue reading
5 signs you need help with your debt
These are usually the points of no return, according to experts. Continue reading
‘She called the father, she woke him up’: Details emerge about Halifax fire that killed 7
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
‘Kawthar is physically OK. But mentally, we don’t know. Emotionally, we don’t know,’ Continue reading
Chilliwack family searching for dog spooked by SUV rollover
The family who owns Zeus, a two-year-old golden pitbull, has been searching for him for a week to no avail. Continue reading
B.C. legislature set to launch internal probe into allegations brought forward by Speaker
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The internal probe will look into the allegations put forward in a pair of reports from Speaker Darryl Plecas as well as the defence brought forward by the accused. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Feb. 21
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
B.C. drug experts recommend legal heroin to combat overdose crisis
By Sarah MacDonald Reporter
A new report suggests that providing legal heroin to users would help reduce overdose deaths by ensuring the drug supply used is free of fentanyl. Continue reading
Avalanche warning issued for B.C.’s south coast, island as weak snowpack persists
Avalanche Canada says a forecasted snowfall for Friday could also trigger an avalanche in the area, warning backcountry users to stay clear until at least Sunday. Continue reading
‘I’m just glad we got to them in time’: Men save 2 children from icy lake in Coquitlam
Mitch Muir was working from his home on the edge of Oxbow Lake when he saw the 10-year-old boys on the ice, one of them in the water. Continue reading
Semiahmoo advances to elite 8 at Quebec peewee hockey tournament, Kelowna falls in OT
Up next for Semiahmoo are the New England Prospects, who, like the Ravens, are 2-0. Continue reading
5 things to do this weekend for Friday, February 22 2019
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Here are your five things to do this weekend for Friday, Feb. 22, 2019. Continue reading
5 things to do this weekend for Thursday, February 21
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Here are your five things to do this weekend for Thursday, Feb. 21. Continue reading
Vancouver police data shows theft from vehicles, sex offences surged in 2018
By Sarah MacDonald Reporter
The data on crimes committed in Vancouver in 2018 was released Thursday. Continue reading
Suspect charged, victims recovering after stabbing outside Delta elementary school
Manoj George faces multiple charges in connection to stabbing Acting Sgt. John Jasmins and a 41-year-old woman, who are both expected to recover. Continue reading
B.C. Court of Appeal rules against WestJet appeal to throw out proposed class-action lawsuit
The proposed class-action lawsuit against the airline says WestJet fosters a culture that tolerates harassment of female employees. Continue reading
Edmonton police looking for human trafficking suspect
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Police believe the man could be heading to British Columbia. Continue reading
Snowfall warning issued for Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Sunshine Coast for Friday
Snowfall, with total amounts of five to 10 centimetres, is expected. Continue reading
Trans-Canada near Golden, B.C., to temporarily close for avalanche control
Shutdown of No. 1 Highway will take place Thursday, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Continue reading
Court monitor determines QuadrigaCX’s inadvertent transfer due to ‘platform setting error’
The insolvent company’s cold-storage wallets continue to hold approximately 104 bitcoins. It had said that 103 bitcoins had been transferred out on Feb. 6. Continue reading
Missing Surrey woman Rajwinder Bains found dead; case investigated as a homicide: IHIT
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Rajwinder Bains, 38, was first reported missing by her family on Jan. 23. Continue reading
Reality check: Does solicitor-client privilege protect Justin Trudeau in SNC-Lavalin affair?
Is it true that revealing the discussions between Jody Wilson-Raybould and the PMO have “unintended consequences” on the two cases in question? Continue reading
Cryptocurrency mystery stuns Kelowna neighbourhood where dead CEO owned home
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
With thousands of investors looking to recover an estimated $260 million from insolvent Canadian cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX, it’s no surprise at least one may have hired a private investigator. Continue reading
How learning new things as an adult can change brain chemistry
By Kim Smith Reporter
Research shows children learn new things on average every six months, but adults only learn new things every nine years, said registered psychologist Kimberly Knull. Continue reading
Canada’s proposed edible pot rules may cause bland product, critics warn
Canada’s proposed edible pot regulations would result in tasteless products wrapped in wasteful packaging, shutting out medical patients and fuelling a continued black market, critics say. Continue reading
Strong majority of Canadians support mandatory vaccinations for children entering school: poll
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Twenty-four per cent say vaccinations should be a parent’s choice rather than mandatory. Continue reading
Bronwyn Taylor, woman missing in Surrey found safe
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
The 27 year old had been missing since Feb. 19 when she contacted police but the call was dropped Continue reading
Tofino becomes training ground for Canadian surfers hoping to make Olympic debut
Surfing will make its debut at the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo, which could bring even more athletes to check out Tofino’s waves. Continue reading
Few incentives in spending-heavy B.C. budget, global downturn worries business leaders
Businesses credit the government for the budget initiatives that support families and environment programs, but add it should not take business for granted in a darkening economy. Continue reading