Global National: May 23

Former governor general David Johnston has ruled that a public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada’s democratic process is not required. What’s behind the decision, his conclusions, what he’s recommending instead of an inquiry, the reaction from the opposition, and the potential political fallout for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal government. Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley and UCP Leader Danielle Smith have distinctly different visions on how to make the economy prosper, and it’s one of the sticking points in this election campaign. How the two parties differ on their economic platforms, and what’s been driving business away from the province. Police in Longueuil, Que. have finally figured out who killed 16-year-old Sharron Prior, 48 years after the girl’s body was found in a field. How the murder mystery was solved, who the killer is, and the sense of relief Prior’s family is feeling. Cochlear implants gave Grayson Hall the gift of sound. But those expensive devices won’t last forever for the little Ontario boy, and now his family is looking for help from the government. Their fight for affordable access and how coverage isn’t equal across Canada. Plus, why certain travellers will have a faster time getting through security at some Canadian airports.