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COVID-19 attacked one lung, cancer the other. A double transplant saved himOne lung ravaged by COVID-19, the other damaged by lung cancer — this was the daunting reality facing 56-year-old Arthur Gillespie, a former police captain from Chicago.HealthMay 13
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Researchers say more support, education needed to help B.C. long-COVID patientsA SFU-backed study says more education is needed for health-care professionals when it comes to treating and helping patients who are living with long COVID.HealthApr 5
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COVID-19 cases increase in Quebec amid ‘very, very contagious’ variantQuebec is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases. Experts forecast we will see more infections in the months to come, and recommend the most vulnerable receive their booster shot.CanadaJul 23
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Bursting at the seams, Edmonton Humane Society launches new adoption eventThe Edmonton Humane Society has launched a new adoption event to help deal with capacity challenges.LifestyleJul 19
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WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – July 26Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC.NewsJul 26
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Joe Biden gets COVID for 3rd time, has ‘mild symptoms’The U.S. president last tested positive for COVID-19 twice in the summer of 2022, when he had a primary case and a rebound case of the virus.U.S. NewsJul 18
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How many doctors does Canada have? Feds to fund research to find answerThe money is being divided among research groups that aim to collect and study data on Canada's health workforce, which has been difficult to gather across health systems.CanadaJul 11
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Advance polls open for Banff Avenue pedestrian zone voteBanff town council in January approved the pedestrian-only zone for 2024 but a resident petition in March led council to call a binding vote. Advance polls opened Tuesday.CanadaJul 17
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Country singer testifies at Coutts murder-conspiracy trialA country-music singer and songwriter got emotional in court as she explained why she decided to perform twice at the 2022 blockade at Coutts, Alta.CanadaJul 15
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N.S. emergency department deaths hit six-year high, doctors point to ‘bed-blocking’Nova Scotia's health authority says emergency department deaths hit a six-year high in 2023, with 666 deaths compared with 558 the year before.HealthJul 10
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Manitoba gets medieval with return of historical festivalThe festival, which takes place at the Immaculate Conception Church and grotto in Cooks Creek, features period-accurate jousting, heavy armour battles, a medieval feast, and more.EntertainmentJul 24
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Pat King will not testify at his Freedom Convoy trial: CrownThe Crown attorney in the criminal mischief trial against "Freedom Convoy" organizer Pat King says the defendant will not testify.CrimeJul 15
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Trial for ‘Freedom Convoy’ organizer Pat King adjourned to July 15The criminal trial of "Freedom Convoy" organizer Pat King was adjourned this morning without proceeding to the defence case.CrimeJul 4
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Dozens of Stony Plain Road businesses close: ‘Construction needs to be done’Ongoing LRT construction in Edmonton is one of several factors making things very difficult for some Stony Plain Road businesses.ConsumerJul 5
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Travelling for the Paris Olympics? Here’s what health precautions to takeHealth officials and experts are urging vigilance and warning about potential disease risks for those attending the 2024 Paris Olympics.HealthJul 22
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Urban fishers drawn to Montreal’s Lachine Canal despite industrial pastParks Canada recommends consuming fish caught in the canal "in moderation" because of the layer of contaminated sediment on the bottom.CanadaJul 16
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Mayor hopes October event will be a boon to Winnipeg performing artsFew sectors were hit harder by the COVID-19 pandemic than the performing arts, and Winnipeg's mayor is hoping to help four of the city's most iconic arts organizations.EnvironmentJul 5
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‘We’re seeing higher vacancy rates’: Health workers union says Manitoba needs to do moreThe union representing Manitoba health-care employees says the province needs to pick up the pace and deliver on its election promises.CanadaJul 18
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Alberta murder-conspiracy trial hears prohibited gun seized at Coutts border blockadeA photo of a long, black semi-automatic Panther Arms rifle with a pistol grip was shown to the jury.CrimeJul 10
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2024 Olympics: How many medals Team Canada has clinched in ParisThe 2024 Summer Olympics have descended on Paris, France, and Team Canada is looking to dominate the podium. See how many medals Canada — and other countries — have.CanadaJul 25