Harvey Weinstein faces retrial after #MeToo rape conviction overturned
One of Weinstein’s accusers, Jessica Mann, is prepared to testify again.
Entertainment
May 1
Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction overturned from #MeToo trial
New York’s highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction, finding the judge at the landmark #MeToo trial prejudiced the ex-movie mogul with improper rulings.
Entertainment
Apr 25
Lawn watering restrictions now in effect for Metro Vancouver
As of Wednesday, people living in the regional district are only allowed to water their lawns one morning per week in order to conserve drinking water for the summer.
Environment
May 1
Metro Vancouver drivers get slight relief at the pumps as gas prices drop
Prices tumbled as low as $2.01 a litre after a six-cent drop late last week. However, the relief may be short-lived.
Consumer
Apr 22
Public viewing locations for Vancouver Canucks playoff run in Metro Vancouver
Fans in the region have a growing number of opportunities to catch the action at public gatherings where they can share the energy with a crowd.
Sports
May 9
Metro says grocery shoppers still hunting for deals even as inflation eases
Metro reported its second-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago as its sales edged higher. Food and pharmacy sales were both up in the quarter.
Money
Apr 24
Average Metro Vancouver renter spends 61% of monthly income on rent: report
Average rates for furnished one-bedroom units in Metro Vancouver rose by $251 between March and April, with unfurnished ones rising by $39.
Canada
Apr 12
Gas prices in Metro Vancouver drop 6 cents overnight, more savings Friday
Gas prices around the Lower Mainland dropped significantly overnight into Thursday and experts say more savings are on the way.
Canada
May 2
Vancouver to host first free Canucks watch party. Where else to catch Game 3 in Metro Vancouver
Canucks Game 3 viewing parties are being hosted across Metro Vancouver.
Sports
May 12
‘Get busy buying EVs’: Metro Vancouver gas prices jump up overnight
A B.C. petroleum expert said gas prices could reach $2.30 a litre this spring as drivers approach summer.
Canada
Apr 25
Metro Vancouver gas prices fall, could dip further as Trans Mountain pipeline flows: experts
Petroleum industry analyst Dan McTeague told Global News prices seen earlier this week of up to $2.20.9 appear to be the "high water mark."
Economy
May 1
Montreal metro gets new security plan amid rise in safety concerns
Montreal's transit authority is deploying special constables and other safety employees in teams of four to monitor the 10 stations where riders have most reported feeling unsafe.
Canada
Apr 10
Trio of Metro Vancouver councillors call for end of B.C.’s drug decriminalization pilot
Linda Annis in Surrey, Daniel Fontaine in New Westminster and Alexa Loo in Richmond have joined together to call on the province to scrap the program.
Politics
Apr 22
Transit police seize 23 weapons over 3 days near Metrotown Station
Metro Vancouver Transit Police say they seized a variety of weapons and drugs near Metrotown SkyTrain Station during a recent crackdown.
Crime
May 9
Liam Neeson, Sharon Stone call for Kevin Spacey’s return to acting
The support for Kevin Spacey comes on the heels of a Channel 4 documentary that includes new allegations of sexual misconduct against the actor.
Entertainment
9 hours
Company sued by Metro Vancouver a preferred bidder for Surrey Langley SkyTrain project
This company and Metro Vancouver are in court over the troubled North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant, accusing each other of major failures.
Politics
Apr 13
Stabbing leads to 4 arrests, including 3 minors at Montreal Metro station
A 35-year-old man was attacked around 8:30 p.m. Thursday inside the Lionel-Groulx station, according to police. The victim suffered suffered serious injuries.
Canada
Apr 5
Metro Vancouver gas price rises to $2.12 in five-cent jump overnight
Drivers woke up Thursday morning to see gas jump up five cents overnight, with most gas stations hovering between $2.04 and $2.12 a litre.
Canada
Apr 4
B.C. unveils $300M to expand Metro Vancouver transit after federal budget snub
There was no new money for Metro Vancouver transit in the 2024 federal budget. The province unveiled funding Wednesday aimed at expanding bus service.
Economy
Apr 17
Metro Vancouver lawn watering restrictions go into effect on May 1
Due to a low snowpack and an expectation that it will be a hot and dry summer, Vancouver residents and businesses are being asked to conserve water.
Environment
Apr 9
