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A Kelowna business owner is suing a group of outreach workers after he says they posted defamatory statements on social media. The posts stem from an incident outside his tattoo shop earlier this month. Klaudia Van Emmerik has the details.

A West Kelowna pizzeria owner is shaken up, after two young people pulled off a distraction theft at his business. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it appears the incident was meant to be a prank.

A Kelowna business owner is calling on the city to do more to help with security around his store. He says he’s already spent thousands on security upgrades after a number of incidents. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more.

A Kelowna business that manages dumpster and recycling bins are being plagued with constant fires being lit by the homeless population. We speak to the owner about what is happening.

The Downtown Kelowna Association is sounding the alarm about the provincial government’s plan to start charging PST on professional services, like security. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.

Many are touting the 11-day Memorial Cup as a major success for Kelowna, with business seeing a definite tourism boost. The host Kelowna Rockets didn’t have much of a chance, however, with the CHL championship going to the Kitchener Rangers. We also have our weekly Adopt–Pet segment.

The City of Kelowna is breaking up its outdoor sheltering site in order to restore the Rail Trail to full use. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, with some people being moved, there is concern from nearby businesses.

The City of Kelowna is taking another step towards helping businesses step up security amid ongoing crime and disorder in the downtown core. But as Victoria Femia reports, it comes as yet another shop has been targeted by thieves for the second time in recent months.

A man from Kelowna was found dead in a boat off the coast of Belize and Kelowna’s airport is gearing up for a busy travel season as spring break starts.

Business owners in Downtown Kelowna say the city’s patrol program hasn’t had a noticeable impact on reducing crime. Victoria Femia reports.

New numbers from RCMP are confirming what Kelowna business owners have been dealing with for months, a rise in social disorder. The 2025 data being presented to city council as businesses continue to push for better supports. Victoria Femia reports.

A jarring video is making the rounds in Kelowna. It shows of an unusual traffic incident at a busy intersection. Travis Lowe has more on what unfolded and why one man intervened.

Kelowna businesses continue to grapple with theft, vandalism and break-ins, and the costs associated with them. As Victoria Femia reports, the ongoing crimes are threatening to change the face and character of the city.

Kelowna business owners say they’re fed up and tired of dealing with ongoing street disorder in the downtown core. Despite promises from the city’s mayor to address the problem, those working in the area say they’re not sure it will be enough. Victoria Femia reports.

The new year appears to be starting with the same old frustrating problem for businesses in Kelowna: out-of-control crime. As Victoria Femia reports, even retractable metal gates weren’t enough to protect one store.

While the Okanagan is known for its wineries, there are multiple winery estates that are up for foreclosure, including one that never opened. Other wineries are for sale because of a challenging business climate. And a Kelowna mother who lost her son to overdose has created a support program called Healing Hearts to raise awareness.

Kelowna business owners have been given the chance to voice their frustration about repeated thefts, vandalism and disorder in the downtown core. Government officials and police were front and centre during a community safety forum that many say was long overdue. Victoria Femia reports.

Kelowna business owners are speaking out about their frustrations over repeated thefts, vandalism and disorder in the downtown core. The city is hosting a community business safety forum, giving many a chance to have their concerns heard by government and police. Victoria Femia reports.

The City of Kelowna is launching security patrols in hopes of deterring social disorder and crime in the downtown core. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it’s something businesses have long been calling for.

For embattled Kelowna businesses, 2026 is shaping up to be a depressing sequel to 2025: struggling to deal with soaring crime that is costing them tens of thousands of dollars. As Victoria Femia reports, they say governments have still done little to help.