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Friday, May 2, 2025 3:59 PM The costs to own a car in Canada are rapidly rising, in addition to tariffs       The costs involved in car ownership continue to rise at a rapid rate, and U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could create a snowball effect.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:52 PM WestJet assesses operations in Fort St. John, B.C. due to wildfire burning in the area       Fire crews, two helicopters and an air tanker group were working on the fire.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:47 PM Jury in Calgary stabbing murder trial told by judge to consider NCR defence first       The case is to be in the hands of the jury soon.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:47 PM Man vs. ape: Viral gorilla fight question drives internet bananas       A viral debate has everyone from NBA teams to primate experts weighing in on which species would emerge victorious in a one gorilla vs. 100-man battle.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:42 PM Cochrane RCMP seize weapons and stolen vehicle, lay more than 60 charges       Three people, including a youth, face a total of 66 charges after being arrested when Cochrane RCMP responded to a call on the Stoney Nakoda First Nation.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:27 PM Toronto Public Health warns of possible measles exposure at major tourist attraction       Toronto Public Health said that on Monday, April 21, someone with a case of measles had visited Ripley's Aquarium, beside the CN Tower.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:22 PM Democracy sausage: What to know about Australia's tasty election tradition       Enjoying a sausage – or 'sag' as it is known in Aussie slang – after casting your vote has become a beloved Australian election day tradition.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:19 PM 2 injured in stabbing at mosque in Hamilton, Ont.: police       Police in Hamilton, Ont. say they are currently investigating a stabbing at a mosque in the city's downtown core that has left two people injured.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:02 PM Lapu Lapu Day attack suspect had a drone in his possession, sources say       Sources have told Global News that murder suspect Kai-Ji Adam Lo had in his possession, at the time of the incident, a drone.

Friday, May 2, 2025 3:01 PM Oilers' offence firing on all cylinders heading into series against Golden Knights       The teams last met in the post-season in 2023 when the Knights eliminated the Oilers in six games in the second round en route to winning the Stanley Cup.

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 3:15 PM 2 injured in stabbing at Hamilton mosque       Two people have been hospitalized and two suspects are on the loose after a stabbing at the Hamilton Downtown Mosque on Friday. Investigators say two victims were taken to hospital, one with minor injuries after the incident at the mosque located at 221 York Blvd. The condition of the second victim isn't currently known. Two […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 3:03 PM Small plane lands in water near Leslie Street Spit, pilot rescued: Toronto police       Toronto police officers say the incident happened near the Leslie Street Spit just before 2:30 p.m. on Friday.

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 2:58 PM Toronto's Portugal Day Parade is moving to St. Clair Avenue this year       Organizers for Toronto's annual Portugal Day Parade say this year's festivities will look a little different come June. For the first time in nearly 40 years, participants will march along a new route that stretches across St. Clair Avenue West, and cuts through the city's Corso-Italia neighbourhood. The parade was traditionally held on Dundas Street […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 2:24 PM Wisconsin governor says he's not afraid after Trump official suggests possible arrest       MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said Friday that every American should be concerned about "chilling" suggestions from President Donald Trump's top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents. "I'm not afraid," Evers said in […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 2:23 PM Desperate children and adults in Gaza struggle to get food as Israel blocks aid       KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Screaming in anguish as the desperate crowd crushes them against a barrier, young children and adults frantically wave pots and pans at charity workers, begging for a portion of some of the last food aid left in Gaza: Rice. The chaos at the community kitchen in Khan Younis in […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 2:18 PM Toronto health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Ripley's Aquarium       Toronto Public Health (TPH) is warning of a possible measles exposure at a popular Toronto tourist attraction. Health officials are warning anyone who may have visited Ripley's Aquarium between 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on April 21 to monitor themselves for possible symptoms until May 12. "Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 1:28 PM CRA won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers, union says       OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency won't renew contracts for more than 1,000 term workers across the country later this month, says the union representing them. The Union of Taxation Employees says the employees have been informed that their contracts won't be renewed when they expire on May 16. Marc Brière, the union's national president, […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 1:08 PM Boyfriend of mom charged in her baby's death in Hamilton       Hamilton Police have charged a man after the death of a four-month-old baby who was in his care at the time. Police say the man was the boyfriend of the baby's mother, and was watching the child on November 5, 2023 when the baby, Annaleigh Storey, went into medical distress. Police and emergency crews responded […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 12:17 PM Weinstein accuser breaks down in tears as she's questioned about alleged sexual assault       NEW YORK (AP) — One of Harvey Weinstein 's accusers broke down in tears and cursed on the witness stand Friday as a defense lawyer questioned her account of the former Hollywood mogul forcing oral sex on her nearly two decades ago. "He was the one who raped me, not the other way around," Miriam […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 12:07 PM Police look to identify suspect, vehicle in Vaughan arson investigation       Police in York Region are looking to identify a suspect after a car was set on fire in a parking lot in Vaughan last month. Surveillance video shows just before 2 a.m. on April 5, a white Honda Odyssey circling the lot in a plaza near Steeles Acenue West and Yonge Street before stopping near […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 12:04 PM Hockey players' sexual assault trial hears from former world junior teammates       LONDON — Two former members of Canada's world junior hockey team recalled seeing a woman in bed under the covers when they stopped by a teammate's hotel room after a night of celebration seven years ago, they told the sexual assault trial of five hockey players Friday. Taylor Raddysh and Boris Katchouk, both professional hockey […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 12:02 PM Mark Carney says he will quickly call byelection for Pierre Poilievre, Alberta MP to resign       Incoming Alberta Conservative MP Damien Kurek has announced he will step aside so Pierre Poilievre can run in a byelection.

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 11:06 AM Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking series 'Laugh-In,' dies at 88       LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In" and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, died Thursday. She was 88. Buzzi died at her home in Texas, her agent Mike Eisenstadt said. She […]

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 11:05 AM Prime Minister Carney to meet with U.S. President Trump in Washington on Tuesday       Prime Minister Mark Carney made the remarks on Friday during his first news conference since winning the 2025 Canada election.

CityNews Toronto Friday, May 2, 2025 10:57 AM DIY skatepark group builds ramps and community at Christie Pits Park       Christie Pits Park is an accessible downtown skatepark location that's a hot spot for both beginner and pro skaters. But over the years, the park's wooden skate ramps have worn out since they were first installed in 2018. So, Pits DIY, a local do-it-yourself skatepark group, was formed in 2023 to build concrete ramps that […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 3:40 PM Police seek man, 24, missing since April 19       Ottawa police are seeking public assistance in locating Yusuf Shukran-Wafik, who was last seen at about noon April 19 at his residence in the south end of Ottawa. Shukran-Wafik is of Middle Eastern heritage, standing five feet 11 inches (1.80 m) tall, and weighing 155 lbs (70 kg). He has short black hair and brown eyes. […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 2:57 PM Senators' Linus Ullmark outdueled in 'devastating' Battle of Ontario loss       As time elapsed and fans in Canadian Tire Centre waved their towels one last time this playoffs, Linus Ullmark stood in his crease, head hung and tears streaming as his teammates consoled him. Consumed by "devastation" and "sadness," he thought about what could've been if he'd just made one more save. "You see everybody that […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 1:25 PM Potential measles exposures in Renfrew, Outaouais and Ottawa       At least one patient who was later diagnosed with measles spent hours in the Renfrew Victoria Hospital ER, potentially exposing others.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 12:45 PM Angry response to minor ticket turns costly for Ottawa driver       OPP stopped a driver caught speeding on Hwy 417 and initially issued a less expensive ticket for an obstructed licence plate.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 11:28 AM Modern living: Create your own escape       After a harsh winter, you can't wait to create an outdoor escape this spring and embrace the continuing trend of making your outdoor space an extension of your indoor space. "For many Canadians, the winters can feel everlasting. The moment a glimpse of warmer days come along, Canadians are eagerly preparing their outdoor spaces to […]

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 11:01 AM CRA to layoff more than 1,000 temporary workers in May       The employees were told their contracts would not be renewed after they expire on May 16.

Ottawa Citizen Friday, May 2, 2025 8:54 AM City gardener: Perfect pruning, for perennial perfection       I read somewhere (probably in one of those bracing, old-fashioned English gardening books) that the best time to prune is when your secateurs are sharp. In other words, you can prune just about any time of year that your garden is actively growing.   While that may be true, I think that now, just as the […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:54 PM Windsor's Brentwood Recovery Home names new executive director       Brentwood Recovery Home announced Friday it has appointed Dr. Sonja Grbevski as its new executive director. Grbevski will assume her new role on May 20. "I am deeply grateful and humbled to be joining Brentwood Recovery Home as the new executive director," Grbevski said. "I wish to extend my sincerest thanks to the Board of […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:53 PM EVs struggling to gain traction to meet sales mandate targets       A new survey by Auto Trader has found Canadians' interest in making their next purchase an electric vehicle has declined for the third straight year. The new data released this month revealed 42 per cent of Canadians would entertain purchasing an EV, down four per cent from 2024 and 26 per cent from 2022. Only […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:38 PM Windsor celebrates Earth Day with family fun, exhibits, crowds at Malden Park       Windsor's Earth Day celebration Sunday was as much about education as it was celebration, as crowds filled Malden Park just days after the official observance earlier last week. "It's a day that we try to get the community to think about the earth and to not just make it one day a year but make […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:26 PM Face your fears while raising money for Windsor cancer awareness       The Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation has kicked off its annual Show Us Your Brave Campaign, inviting participants to raise funds in support of cancer care by taking on daring challenges — like rappelling down a 15-storey building. "We're asking our community to show their brave," said Houida Kassem, executive director of the Windsor Cancer Centre […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:11 PM Alleged puppy snatchers face unrelated vehicle theft charges       Three suspects who were released from custody after being charged with the robbery of a puppy now face additional charges in connection with a motor vehicle theft.  Windsor police responded to a report of a stolen pickup truck in the 900 block of Thompson Boulevard April 27.  Officers with the target base unit located the […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 3:06 PM Good Samaritans make dramatic Windsor riverfront rescue       Citizens in Windsor made a daring rescue along the downtown riverfront Wednesday afternoon. Several men jumped over a fence, forming a chain, to help pull a woman out of the Detroit River at a riverfront park around 3:30 p.m.   Windsor police officers quickly arrived on scene to assist with the dramatic rescue. Five men, […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 2:06 PM Windsor police arrest third suspect in violent home invasion, two others wanted       Windsor police have arrested three suspects and are seeking two others in connection with a violent home invasion on the city's east side in January. Shortly after 11 p.m. on Jan. 13, five suspects forced their way into a home in the 2500 block of Luxury Avenue, where police said they assaulted, bound, and threatened […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 12:46 PM Saints new coaches quickly find recruiting success       The new coaches wasted little time. The St. Clair Saints hired Josh Zilles as the new head cross-country coach and Dwayne Dawson as the new manager for softball just a week ago. On Friday, the two announced new recruit additions to the roster along with a new addition for the women's basketball program. Zilles made […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 12:02 PM Could Liberals still win in Windsor? Recount possible after Elections Canada recording errors       The chances of an election recount in Windsor-Tecumseh-Lakeshore have escalated after the discovery of possible tabulation errors made a narrow Conservative victory even more razor thin. Following Elections Canada's standard validation of results, Conservative Kathy Borrelli's lead over Liberal Irek Kusmierczyk shrunk from 233 votes to 77 — a mere seven ballots away from the […]

Windsor Star Friday, May 2, 2025 11:23 AM Michigan roundup: Tigers cut ties with Maeda while losing Chafin to Naitonals       The Kenta Maeda experiment is over for the Detroit Tigers. The 37-year-old Maeda was designated for assignment by the club on Tuesday. A nine-year veteran, the Tigers signed the right-handed Maeda to a two-year deal for $24 million in the fall of 2023. Maeda had been predominantly a starter in four seasons with the Los […]

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 3:33 PM Dexter Laplante pleads guilty in historical Saskatoon homicide of Morgan Doucette       Dexter Saul Laplante, 34, pleaded guilty to being an accessory after the fact to murder in Doucette's stabbing death in 2009.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 3:18 PM Cameco beats analysts expectations despite lower uranium revenues       Cameco expects to produce 18 million pounds of uranium at its McArthur River/Key Lake and Cigar Lake facilities this year

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 8:15 AM CN Rail holds firm on financial outlook amid tariff uncertainty       The Montreal-based railway reported revenues of $4.4 billion in the first quarter

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 8:00 AM Saskatchewan Rattlers training camp just around the corner, in both Saskatoon and Regina       Saskatchewan Rattlers training camp will open May 7-8 in Saskatoon, before heading south to Regina May 9-10.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 8:00 AM Opinion: U of S should pause plans to demolish seminary in Saskatoon       Instead of working collaboratively to explore options for the seminary, the University of Saskatchewan has chosen expediency over engagement.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Friday, May 2, 2025 8:00 AM Walk and learn about the city: Five things to do this weekend in Saskatoon, May 2-4       Take in a local arts festival, explore the city on a walking tour, see an art collaboration, and enjoy orchestral and choral music.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, May 2, 2025 3:20 PM Saskatoon children's hospital nurse unlawfully snooped on records of 314 patients: privacy report       The report by Saskatchewan's Information and Privacy Commissioner says the importance of protecting private information cannot be overstated.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, May 2, 2025 3:13 PM City of Regina considers cancelling holiday 'Light the Lights' event to help trim mill rate       "When we provide direction to 'just find money,' this is the consequence. I don't know we'll ever be happy with this, as it always means cutting services ..."

Regina Leader-Post Friday, May 2, 2025 1:47 PM Saskatchewan women's hockey coach helps Austria earn top division spot       Sarah Hodges was brought on to serve as an assistant coach with Team Austria's women's hockey team last year.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, May 2, 2025 12:53 PM Saskatchewan premier, Prime Minister Mark Carney talk tariffs, carbon tax and energy post-election       "It was an opportunity to discuss Saskatchewan's priorities ..." Premier Scott Moe said of his post-election talk with the new Canadian prime minister.

Regina Leader-Post Friday, May 2, 2025 8:00 AM Mandryk: NDP, Sask. Party engage in nonsense rural health care debate       If the Sask. Party now believes webcams are the solution in rural health care, it needs to stop talking about the NDP hospital closures.

Canada's National Observer Friday, May 2, 2025 9:35 AM Ottawa is among the communities affected by flood warning for Lower Ottawa River       A flood warning has been issued for communities on the Lower Ottawa River, including the nation's capital.

Canada's National Observer Friday, May 2, 2025 9:34 AM Day of mourning in BC as Vancouver festival attack suspects faces court       It's a day of remembrance and mourning in British Columbia today for victims of the deadly attack at a Filipino festival, as the suspect in the killings faces court.

Canada's National Observer Friday, May 2, 2025 9:32 AM PM Carney will outline government priorities in first news conference since election       Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to outline the priorities of his new government this morning four days after Canadians voted in the Liberals for a fourth mandate.

Canada's National Observer Friday, May 2, 2025 9:31 AM Wildfire causes evacuations in Fort St. John, BC, city says       Firefighters from Fort St. John, BC, and the provincial wildfire service were battling a blaze that prompted evacuations late on Thursday, the city said.

Canada's National Observer Friday, May 2, 2025 9:02 AM MOVIES: Surprise! There's a very good movie from Marvel this week        Along with these: a new Cronenberg, a re-made Bonjour Tristesse and two documentaries

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 3:32 PM Three people facing over 50 charges after Stoney Nakoda First Nation police chase       Police recovered a rifle, bear spray, brass knuckles and illicit drugs from vehicle

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 3:31 PM Calgary's Ujamaa Grandma yarn sale begins today, continues through weekend       Annual sale raises $140,000 for families in Africa that are struggling

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 2:51 PM Used bike sale returns to Calgary's Beltline on Saturday       After 14 years at the event's helm, the Grant family will be "passing on the torch" to new organizers next year

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 1:37 PM Imperial says frigid weather crimped Kearl oilsands mine output in Q1       The mine produced 256,000 barrels per day in the first quarter of 2025, down from 277,000 a year earlier.

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 1:06 PM Pierre Poilievre to contest byelection in Alberta riding after Damien Kurek steps down       Federal Conservative leader lost long-held Ottawa-area seat in Monday's general election

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 12:46 PM Calgary Humane Society animal cruelty investigation leads to rescue of 33 dogs       Animals will be checked and treated before being put up for adoption, agency says

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 12:45 PM $143 million up for grabs this weekend from Lotto Max and Lotto 6-49       Albertans have been particularly lucky in the lottery department in recent times

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 11:27 AM It's a 'pissed-off off-season' for this Calgary Flames prospect — Can that be a good thing?       Consistency is at the top of William Stromgren's priority list. As the 21-year-old left-winger put it: 'I think my lows need to be better.'

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 10:41 AM Fans react to Alberta band Nickelback co-headlining a patriotic tour … in the U.S.       Nickelback and Kid Rock co-headline Rock the Country festival described as a 'gathering for the true heart of America.'

Calgary Herald Friday, May 2, 2025 10:21 AM Rural crime rates consistently higher than in urban areas: Statistics Canada data       In 2023, rural crime rates were 54 per cent higher than urban areas in Alberta, the report found

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 2:53 PM Despite voters' rebuke of Vancouver's ABC party, new towers will still grow higher, denserrease density       Douglas Todd: Even though voters elected two progressive candidates last month, council's direction is not about to change in regard to the pace and scale of mega-highrise projects.

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 2:22 PM 911 operator relied on what witness said was seizures of UVic students, coroner's inquest hears       The 911 call-taker used seizure protocol based on the information provided by witnesses, the inquest heard

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 2:00 PM Influencer culture centre stage of debut thriller from Vancouver author       Former skin care influencer Liann Zhang dips back into the online promotion world for dark impostor tale. PLUS: Her five favourite influencers

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 2:00 PM This Day in History, 1910: Hype abounds during Vancouver's biggest population boom       The population of Vancouver and its environs exploded after 1900, and real estate companies promoted new neighbourhoods, towns and resorts.

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 12:52 PM Back behind bars: International fugitive Cody Casey arrested in Oman, extradited to Vancouver       Police searched for Casey for three years after he cut off his ankle bracelet and fled while on bail for drugs and firearms charges.

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 12:22 PM B.C. wildfire season begins as province hit with warm and dry conditions       Evacuations were ordered late Thursday because of a fire in Fort. St. John, as crews battle two out of control wildfires in the Prince George Fire Zone.

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 10:00 AM Conversations That Matter: Canada's anti-success mindset       "Trump's economic warfare is hopefully bringing to light how woefully unprepared Canada is as a nation to build wealth independence," says Diraj Goel, the founder and managing partner of GetFresh Ventures. That may be the silver lining in the unpredictable hostility the president of the United States has directed at Canada. Goel says Canada needs […]

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 9:52 AM RCMP searching for missing girl, 7, in Chilliwack       Lily Coursol was last seen around 4 p.m. in the 50800-block of Winona Road.

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 9:29 AM Kingfisher: A new plane is ready to come to the rescue in B.C.       The medium-range plane is equipped with sensors capable of spotting people and objects from more than 40 kilometres away and has already been used to look for missing boaters

Vancouver Sun Friday, May 2, 2025 9:00 AM Music: Add these 13 Vancouver concerts to your events calendar in May       From Jack White to Nils Frahm, these Vancouver live music events are not to be missed