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Businesses close to the Penticton homeless encampment are expressing their concerns after a number of fires last week. They say there have been ongoing incidents that continue to affect their bottom line. The City of Kelowna, RCMP and the Downtown Kelowna Association had launched a pilot CCTV registry back in 2020, but it seems they...

The City of Penticton has crafted a unique bylaw that would allow RCMP officers to write tickets for public racism and discrimination. Victoria Femia tells us what sparked the change.

Kelowna RCMP are reminding residents that fireworks are illegal and a high fire risk remains a concern. In addition, a petition has been started by Penticton residents who want city council to slow down on a proposed tiny house temporary housing project.

Penticton RCMP ask for the public’s help after an alleged Lakeshore assault. And Kelowna Transit Fare Review — the proposed increases and why they’re coming under fire.

Penticton RCMP are investigating the shooting death of a woman in an apartment building on the city’s busiest lakefront road. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, the victim’s family is devastated by the crime.

Penticton RCMP investigates a fatal shooting at an apartment building on a busy lakefront road. And the warning to be prepared for fire season as summer heat arrives early.

The family of a man shot and killed during an altercation with Penticton RCMP officers earlier this week is calling for better mental health and de-escalation training for police. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.

RCMP have closed off a section of downtown Penticton after what appears to have been a violent incident. Police are urging people to stay away from the area around Government Street between Duncan and Carmi Avenues.

RCMP across the province are dealing with a rash of catalytic convertor thefts. The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is the latest victim of these thefts in Penticton.

Police in Penticton say they’re continuing to investigate reports of loud explosions that have occurred at various locations throughout the city.

Penticton RCMP had a busy night on Thursday, responding to various property crimes in the Naramata area.

Penticton RCMP is investigating after a person was killed in a street fight, the Okanagan Forest Task Force offers an app that allows people to report backcountry dumping, and water splash parks are now open in Kelowna.

With the fentanyl overdose epidemic sweeping across the province, more people want information about the crisis and how to respond in their own communities. A forum held in Penticton Wednesday night offered information from panel that included RCMP, doctors, paramedics and social workers. Blaine Gaffney reports.

A police pursuit that started in Penticton, ended with the Bennett Bridge in Kelowna closing for the better part of an hour. In the midst of it all, the suspect driver smashed through a police roadblock, and the dramatic crash was all caught on camera. Lauren Pullen reports.

A recent community safety review highlights the dire need for more mental health resources in Penticton. The city is now calling on Interior Health for more support in the community and for the RCMP. Taya Fast reports.

PENTICTON — The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. (IIO B.C.) is looking into a fatal accident in Penticton that has claimed the life of a four-year-old boy. RCMP say it happened around 5 p.m. at the intersection of Fairview Road and Highway 97. An off-duty police officer driving his personal vehicle collided with a pedestrian....

RCMP are investigating after a massive condo fire in Penticton claimed two lives. An emergency response centre was set up to assist the residents who have lost homes and others who can’t return because of the damage to the building. Shelby Thom reports.

There’s a new Mountie at the helm of the South Okanagan and Similkameen RCMP, and he vows to be tough on offenders. Shelby Thom reports.

RCMP have found her car, but the search for a Penticton senior continues. Dale Culver’s daughter reacts after five PG police officers were charged in connection to his death, and BC transit launches an electronic fare collection system province wide.

Penticton RCMP are investigating a weekend shooting that has left one man seriously injured. The province sees a drop in the number of monthly overdose deaths. And, Kelowna residents are upset about Fortis BC cutting down too many trees.