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Police seek witnesses after string of arsons in Richmond HillYork Regional Police are appealing for witnesses following three arsons at a commercial business in Richmond Hill. Catherine McDonald has more.Global News at 6 TorontoAug 27
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Rallies held outside Province House as legislature fall sitting beginsMore than 100 people gathered outside the Nova Scotia legislature, raising their voices once again in protest of Premier Tim Houston’s controversial spring budget cuts. They joined each other in song to call on government to listen to the voices of the people.Global News at 6 HalifaxSep 8
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Humanoids spar, sprint and practice tai chi at the World Robot Games in BeijingThe World Robot Games opened Saturday in Beijing for the second year, with more than two thousand robots participating from 16 countries. Humanoids competed in sporting events and artistic challenges, providing an international platform for companies and research institutions to show off the latest tech.SportsAug 23
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TTC begins installing new subway barriers to mixed responseWhen they were announced in the spring, the TTC and Mayor Olivia Chow were forced to defend a plan to install subway barriers similar to New York City’s. Now that a single steel gate has gone up ahead of the full installation of TMU station barriers, the debate has been renewed under the cover of...CanadaAug 31
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Province cancels plans for overdose prevention site in Vancouver’s downtown coreThe provincial government is cancelling plans to put an overdose prevention site in Vancouver’s downtown core. The site at 900 Helmcken was announced in the spring, but the project was paused after backlash from the mayor and community. Catherine Urquhart has more.Global News Hour at 6 BCAug 24
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Fire at Sherwood Park home the latest in string of incidents at problem propertyFire investigators were on scene Tuesday at a house in Sherwood Park which has been under scrutiny lately. As Sarah Ryan explains, neighbours of 58 Glengarry Crescent are speaking out about being “terrorized” by its tenants.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonAug 11
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Alberta delays new restrictions on flags in schoolsThe new school year is getting closer, but some changes the UCP government laid out in the spring will not be making their way into classrooms yet. The province says some of its neutrality legislation needs more time. Erik Bay reports.PoliticsAug 14
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Halifax animal shelter sees influx in kittensA local animal shelter has been seeing an influx of kittens this summer. Bide-A-While is experiencing high demand for its services, including shelter, medical care, and food. Since the spring, the rescue has taken in more than 150 kittens. Skye Bryden-Blom reports.Aug 12
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Theft, crime hurting Spring Garden Road’s image, Halifax business association saysThe Spring Garden Business Association says safety worries are continuing to cause them concern, especially when it comes to what it means for the longevity and sustainability of businesses in the area. Angela Capobianco reports.Global News at 6 HalifaxJun 15
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Broadway Spring Fling showcasing local vendors and performersBroadway BID executive director Jayne Walters says 100 local small business vendors will be set up on Broadway this weekend. Broadway Spring Fling is Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.EntertainmentJun 11
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This is BC: Canada’s only olive farm for saleIt began as a leap of faith for a Canadian couple – creating the country’s first commercial olive farm.They found the perfect spot on Salt Spring Island and began producing high-end olive oil. The owner is now hoping someone else can take over the passion project she started with her late husband.Global News Hour at 6 BCJul 30
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Alberta introduces program for out-of-pocket private medical testingAlbertans will soon be able to access certain diagnostic screening tests without a doctor’s referral, but they will need to pay out of pocket. The move was announced by the province on Monday after legislation was passed this spring, but critics say it will only benefit those who can afford to pay. Adam MacVicar reportsGlobal News Hour at 6 CalgaryJul 27
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Saskatoon construction blitzWATCH: If you feel like you run into road construction wherever you go, you’re not alone. After a late start to spring caused delays, the city is scrambling to get it all done. Our Ashley Beherns looked into how people are getting around.CanadaJul 23
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Global News at 6 Saskatoon: July 23Also, it’s day four of the inquest into Boden Umpherville’s death back in 2023. We get the latest from court as well as what response Prince Albert police gave ahead of the final day. Also, parts of the city are grinding to a halt due to road work. How the soggy spring has impacted construction...CanadaJul 23
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Long waits at hazardous waste drop-offA temporary hazardous waste drop-off event triggered a much bigger response than the city expected last weekend. Now, Kingston officials are looking at whether more events could be needed as they wait for a new permanent household hazardous waste facility, which is expected to complete next spring.CanadaJul 22
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Ontario Opposition Leader reflects on spring sessionAfter just 30 days the Ontario Legislature rose for the summer. The leader of the NDP and Official Opposition Leader Marit Stiles joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to discuss the extended break and reflect on the spring session at Queen’s Park.Global News Morning TorontoJun 3
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Global National: July 26Germany’s largest Pride celebration turned tragic Saturday night in what authorities are calling a terrorist attack. Police say an Islamist extremist drove a vehicle into the crowds and then went on a stabbing spree, killing one person and injuring 29 others. As Candice Cole reports, the attack sparked a massive manhunt that ended after German...Global NationalJul 26
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Late spring start, dry conditions to blame for more intense seasonal allergiesSome Edmonton residents have noticed their seasonal allergies are hitting harder than usual. Kevin Sproule, an abourist with Davey Tree Edmonton says drought conditions coupled with a later start to spring have put added stress on trees and shrubs, causing them to produce more pollen than usual. Gates Guarin has the story.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonMay 29
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Push to stop New Brunswick’s Tantramar gas plant picks up momentumLocal and national advocacy groups are urging New Brunswick to rethink the Tantramar gas plant project, even after it cleared a major regulatory hurdle this past spring. Reeti Meenakshi Rohilla reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickJul 6
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‘Unprecedented’ spring heatwave in UK, Europe does not determine extreme summer, experts sayParts of Europe have been hit with an intense and unprecedented heat wave, with cities sweltering to temperatures in the mid-to-high 30s. Most notably, heat records in both the United Kingdom and France have been smashed, harkening back to and renewing warnings from scientists of increasingly hot summers. And despite these alarming temperatures in the...EnvironmentMay 27