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Toronto missing its targets when it comes to repairing potholes on time: report
Potholes are a common sight around Toronto, and new data shows the city is missing its targets when it comes to repairing them on time.
Brampton councillors approve ban on 'nuisance demonstrations' at places of worship
Brampton city council has approved a new bylaw that prohibits “nuisance demonstrations” outside places of worship in the municipality following a series of violent clashes earlier this month.
Brampton councillors approve ban on 'nuisance demonstrations' at places of worship
Brampton city council has approved a new bylaw that prohibits “nuisance demonstrations” outside places of worship in the municipality following a series of violent clashes earlier this month.
Ontario councillors speak out against request to use notwithstanding clause to clear encampments
A group of 41 councillors from communities across Ontario say they’re not on board with a request for Premier Doug Ford to use the notwithstanding clause to allow municipalities to clear homeless encampments.
How some Taylor Swift fans are hoping to score last-minute tickets
Some Taylor Swift fans say they’re doing everything from scoping out Ticketmaster’s last-minute ticket drops to entering every contest imaginable offering tickets as a prize in the hopes of seeing one of their favourite artists live in Toronto.
Ontario Liberals announce tax cuts for middle class families as part of election platform
The Ontario Liberal Party is pledging to reduce the income tax rate for middle class families and eliminate provincial sales tax on hydro bills, if they win in the 2026 election.
Toronto crypto company CEO kidnapped, held for $1M ransom before being released
The head of a company specializing in cryptocurrency was kidnapped and held for ransom in downtown Toronto during rush hour Wednesday.
Inquest into death of man Tasered by police recommends better training for dealing with people in crisis
A judge has recommended that Winnipeg emergency service workers develop better protocols for dealing with people experiencing a mental health crisis following an inquest into the death of a man who died after police subdued him with a stun gun during a 2019 arrest.
Manitoba extends pause on new licences to sell cannabis at urban convenience stores, gas stations
The Manitoba government is extending its pause on approving a certain type of retail licence that would allow a range of businesses in urban areas to start selling cannabis, including gas stations.
City of Winnipeg sues owners of long-vacant Rubin Block on Osborne, alleging code violations, unpaid fees
The City of Winnipeg is taking the owners of a long-empty building on Osborne Street to court, alleging they haven't kept it up to code and have failed to pay close to $40,000 in inspection fees for the derelict building and another owned by the same company.