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Kelowna rcmp say drivers are continuing to ignore rules designed to protect children – and speeding through school zones. And as Victoria Femia reports, one parent is wondering if it’ll take someone getting killed or injured before people get the message.

A Kelowna woman was shocked when she looked at her security camera and saw who took her recently-delivered package.

Global’s Travis Lowe takes a ride on the City of Kelowna’s newest Christmas attraction – a train that runs without tracks.

More rental units are popping up across Kelowna, as the city now tops the country for vacancy rates. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it appears rent prices have not followed suit.

Kelowna has the highest unemployment rate in Canada. It is now even higher than it was during the peak of the pandemic. Victoria Femia has the details.

After facing several delays, a murder trial has resumed in Kelowna. Gabriella Sears, formerly known as Dereck Sears, is accused in the 2021 killing of Darren Middleton. Victoria Femia has the latest from court, and a warning, the details in this case are disturbing.

Two Kelowna coffee shops are the latest victims of smash and grab robberies. As Travis Lowe reports, one was saved by a quick response from police, but the other was not so lucky. However, the community is coming together to help.

Kelowna International Airport is expecting another record-setting holiday travel season. And as Travis Lowe reports, while they say they’re ready, they’re also asking travellers to do their part to help keep things running smoothly.

Despite the concerns of neighbours, the City of Kelowna is moving ahead with a supportive and complex care facility along Pacific Avenue. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, area residents feel this means existing problems there will only get worse.

While data shows crime in Kelowna is going down, a new survey being presented to city council Monday shows residents feel like it’s getting worse. As Victoria Femia reports, nearly half of those who say they’ve experienced crime did not report it to police.

It’s something we often see in large inner cities, but it could soon be a more common site in downtown Kelowna. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, frustrated businesses are seeking government help to pay for extraordinary security measures they say they need.

A potential big boost for Kelowna’s arts community; the city is moving ahead with plans for a new performing arts centre. As Travis Lowe reports, while final funding has not been confirmed, a location has been chosen.

Kelowna City Hall is raising concerns the B.C. government’s Heritage Conservation Act may end up causing more delays for new construction projects. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.

A Kelowna book store owner is speaking out and voicing the frustration of business owners everywhere, after being victimized yet again by a break-in. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, the smash and grab, committed almost casually, was caught on surveillance video.

Kelowna City Hall is considering a land swap that would give it control of a nine-hole golf course, but neighbours are warning the proposed development in an adjoining property could cause drainage problems. Victoria Femia reports.

An Okanagan Conservative MLA is calling on the NDP government to give the City of Kelowna a break on its short-term rental rules for next year’s tourist season. As Victoria Femia reports, Gavin Dew says the city has done everything right, but the government is sitting on legislation that would help.

A Kelowna family has purchased an entire house and donated it to a local charity. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it’s expected to make a huge difference in the lives of those with autism, and their families.

Vancouver’s professional women’s hockey team is launching it’s inaugural season at home Friday night against Seattle. And as Travis Lowe reports, a Kelowna girls team will be a part of the historic launch, looking for inspiration from their hockey heroes.

The City of Kelowna is floating plans to make its floating bridge more iconic, by lighting it up. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, critics say there are better ways to spend the estimated one million dollars it would cost.

The Canadian Federation of Business is encouraging shoppers to support local. This as Kelowna’s unemployment rate continues to rise to levels not seen since the the COVID-19 pandemic.