TransLink says double-decker buses will be on Metro Vancouver roads this fall
B.C. to use helicopters to transfer salmon past Fraser River rock slide
Woman killed, several others homeless after fire in Maple Ridge that refused to extinguish
West Kelowna vet says he’s been threatened after baby deer euthanized
2 killed, 4 hurt after latest serious crash on Hwy. 1 between Revelstoke and Golden
RCMP appeal to public for information after 2 tourists found dead off northern B.C. highway
RCMP seeking missing men after Dease Lake vehicle fire; body found
By John Copsey Network news anchor
RCMP are seeking two young men believed to have been driving a vehicle later found on fire – and near which, a body was found – 50 km south of Dease Lake in northwestern BC on Friday. Continue reading
Controversial West Kelowna anti-abortion billboard taken down
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
A controversial anti-abortion billboard that stood beside the highway in West Kelowna has been taken down after a decision by an ad standards council. Continue reading
Women, young adults visiting the ER for alcohol-related issues in growing numbers
A new study found that Ontario emergency departments are seeing more patients with alcohol-related problems. Continue reading
Injured woman rescued after cliff diving near Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The woman managed to grab on to metal rungs that were recently installed to keep people out of the water while crews made their way down to her. Continue reading
City, park board to debate speeding up overhaul of Vancouver’s sewer system
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Council and the park board are set to debate identical motions at their meetings this week seeking to set a 10-year timeline to address sewer separation across the city. Continue reading
Former Australian tennis champion Peter McNamara dead at 64
His death at his home in Germany from prostate cancer was confirmed by David Law, a family friend and tennis commentator, on behalf of McNamara’s wife Petra. Continue reading
Fire in Burnaby neighbourhood leaves family of 3 without a home
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
Assistant Fire Chief Stewart Colburn says the family was luckily able to escape the three-storey home unscathed. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires way down compared to last year, but officials say that could change at any time
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The BC Wildfire Service says the wetter July has brought the number of fires way down compared to the same time last year, but temperatures are expected to rise again this month. Continue reading
Opponents of massive telescope in Hawaii gather for protest march
Hundreds of protesters last week blocked a road to stop construction of the $1.4 billion telescope on Mauna Kea. Continue reading
Earthquakes hand struggling Vancouver Whitecaps fifth-straight loss
Chris Wondolowski had a goal and an assist on Saturday as his San Jose Earthquakes beat the slumping Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1. Continue reading
Cody Fajardo throws two touchdowns, Roughriders beat Lions 38-25
The Saskatchewan Roughriders took the win Saturday in a pivotal match-up with the BC Lions. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – July 21
Watch the full broadcast of Global National with Robin Gill Continue reading
Japanese Canadians push for apology from B.C. government over internment camps
The federal government apologized in 1988 for its racism against “enemy aliens” after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor in December 1941. Continue reading
Ottawa fights back against proposed class action over RCMP bullying and intimidation
In a submission to the Federal Court of Canada, lawyers representing the attorney general argue the action spearheaded by two veteran male Mounties, Geoffery Greenwood and Todd Gray, should not be certified. Continue reading
Prince George to celebrate 6th birthday as Kensington Palace releases new photos
George is third in line for the throne behind his grandfather Prince Charles and his father Prince William. Continue reading
RCMP seeking missing men after Dease Lake vehicle fire; body found
By John Copsey Network news anchor
RCMP are seeking two young men believed to have been driving a vehicle later found on fire – and near which, a body was found – 50 km south of Dease Lake in northwestern BC on Friday. Continue reading
Tourist couple found dead off B.C. highway were ‘happy’ and ‘confident,’ bystanders say
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
RCMP are still providing few details on the investigation into the deaths of Lucas Fowler and Chynna Deese, whose bodies were found on the side of Alaska Highway. Continue reading
Man dead after small plane crashes in Jasper area
One person has died and another is considered to be in critical condition after a small plane crashed near Jasper, Alta., on Sunday, according to Alberta Health Services. Continue reading
$22/hr is average wage needed to afford a two-bedroom apartment in Canada: report
“But it’s much more in big cities like Vancouver and Toronto.” Continue reading
The rise of the Satanic Temple in Canada
Hundreds of Canadians are suddenly flocking to the controversial new religion — and they’re serious as hell about it. Continue reading
RCMP seeking missing men after Dease Lake vehicle fire; body found
By John Copsey Network news anchor
RCMP are seeking two young men believed to have been driving a vehicle later found on fire – and near which, a body was found – 50 km south of Dease Lake in northwestern BC on Friday. Continue reading
Controversial West Kelowna anti-abortion billboard taken down
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
A controversial anti-abortion billboard that stood beside the highway in West Kelowna has been taken down after a decision by an ad standards council. Continue reading
Injured woman rescued after cliff diving near Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The woman managed to grab on to metal rungs that were recently installed to keep people out of the water while crews made their way down to her. Continue reading
City, park board to debate speeding up overhaul of Vancouver’s sewer system
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Council and the park board are set to debate identical motions at their meetings this week seeking to set a 10-year timeline to address sewer separation across the city. Continue reading
Fire in Burnaby neighbourhood leaves family of 3 without a home
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
Assistant Fire Chief Stewart Colburn says the family was luckily able to escape the three-storey home unscathed. Continue reading
B.C. wildfires way down compared to last year, but officials say that could change at any time
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The BC Wildfire Service says the wetter July has brought the number of fires way down compared to the same time last year, but temperatures are expected to rise again this month. Continue reading
TransLink says double-decker buses will be on Metro Vancouver roads this fall
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Once inspected and tested, the extra-large buses are expected to enter service this fall. Continue reading
B.C. to use helicopters to transfer salmon past Fraser River rock slide
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The salmon will be ushered into an off-channel holding pond, where they will be netted and put into oxygenated tanks that will be helicoptered upstream. Continue reading
Tourist couple found dead off B.C. highway were ‘happy’ and ‘confident,’ bystanders say
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
RCMP are still providing few details on the investigation into the deaths of Lucas Fowler and Chynna Deese, whose bodies were found on the side of Alaska Highway. Continue reading
Earthquakes hand struggling Vancouver Whitecaps fifth-straight loss
Chris Wondolowski had a goal and an assist on Saturday as his San Jose Earthquakes beat the slumping Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1. Continue reading
Cody Fajardo throws two touchdowns, Roughriders beat Lions 38-25
The Saskatchewan Roughriders took the win Saturday in a pivotal match-up with the BC Lions. Continue reading
Japanese Canadians push for apology from B.C. government over internment camps
The federal government apologized in 1988 for its racism against “enemy aliens” after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor in December 1941. Continue reading
Ottawa fights back against proposed class action over RCMP bullying and intimidation
In a submission to the Federal Court of Canada, lawyers representing the attorney general argue the action spearheaded by two veteran male Mounties, Geoffery Greenwood and Todd Gray, should not be certified. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – July 20
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
West Kelowna vet says he’s been threatened after baby deer euthanized
Dr. Moshe Oz was faced with a difficult decision over the deer’s life but had to comply with provincial regulations. Continue reading
Woman killed, several others homeless after fire in Maple Ridge that refused to extinguish
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The chief said the home was fully involved when crews arrived on scene, requiring every Maple Ridge crew member to respond along with crews from Mission. Continue reading
‘An incredible encounter’: Photos of breaching humpbacks near Victoria show thriving species
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The whale watching company behind the photos say the pictures are proof that the area’s humpback population is improving. Continue reading
B.C., federal government working to save Fraser River salmon stocks after rock slide
The province says in a news release that Premier John Horgan briefed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the slide that threatens to block millions of returning salmon. Continue reading
Police investigating assault at YVR airport that left man with spinal injuries; 1 arrested
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The victim, who works with the ground crew at the airport, says one of the alleged assailants worked with him and had issues with him. Continue reading
2 killed, 4 hurt after latest serious crash on Hwy. 1 between Revelstoke and Golden
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
It marked the third closure in four days in the area due to a crash, one of which killed one person Wednesday. Continue reading
Family of Canadian scientist remembers his critical role in Apollo 11 moon mission
The rocks collected by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin from the moon 50 years ago were chosen by a future UBC president, who brought them home to his family. Continue reading
‘He was by my side always’: Calgary man mourning stabbing death of teen son
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
A vigil is planned for Saturday night in northeast Calgary for a teen who was killed in Kelowna last month. Continue reading
RCMP appeal to public for information after 2 tourists found dead off northern B.C. highway
The RCMP have appealed to the public for help in identifying a blue 1986 Chevrolet van with Alberta licence plates that is believed to be connected to the murders. Continue reading
Man who walked into Langley hospital with gunshot wounds was injured in Surrey shooting: RCMP
Police say a second man appears to have been injured in the same shooting in the Whalley area Friday evening. Continue reading
Whalley shooting investigated by Surrey RCMP; white-coloured car seen driving off
The RCMP said this appears to be a targeted incident, although the investigation is in its early stages. Continue reading