Winnipeg police said the incident involved a man who was armed and barricaded inside a residence with a woman. No charges have been laid so far.

The average price of owning a home in Winnipeg has surpassed $300,000 for the first time, according to the Winnipeg Realtors Association.

The polls are open and the race is on, especially in Elmwood-Transcona. Conservative incumbent Lawrence Toet is looking to hold on to his seat for a second term but NDP candidate Daniel Blaikie is hoping to bring the riding back to orange.