Kamloops News
Kamloops RCMP search for man suspected of igniting cedar hedge in Valleyview
Kamloops Mounties have released photos of a suspect believed to have set hedges on fire in Valleyview two weeks ago. At about 3 a.m. on March 30, police were...
Conservation foundation recommends changes to B.C. Water Sustainability Act in audit
Following an ecological audit of B.C.’s Water Sustainability Act, the Raincoast Conservation Foundation is proposing eight changes aimed at helping wild...
Kamloops councillors preach 'commitment' while mayor demands proof from accusers
After a turbulent few weeks at city hall, a Kamloops councillor says he and his colleagues are focused on their strategic plan and taking action to protect...
Defence expected to call RCMP blood-spatter expert after Crown closes case in Harkness murder trial
The Crown has closed its case in the trial of a Kamloops-area man accused of shooting an acquaintance to death five years ago. Corey Harkness, 36, is charged...
Fresh drilling set after promising find near old Craigmont Mine site northwest of Merritt
Nicola Mining plans to begin drilling at new sites near an old copper mine northwest of Merritt — a project the firm's VP of exploration sees as its...
TRU VP says recently announced wildfire centre still in planning, creating stages
Following an announcement from B.C. Premier David Eby last week that a first-of-its-kind wildfire centre is in the works at Thompson Rivers University, the...
WCT closing out season with one-woman show by Michelle Thrush
Western Canada Theatre will be closing out its 2023-24 season with a one-woman show by Gemini Award-winning Indigenous artist Michelle Thrush. In a news...
Kamloops RCMP ask for help identifying robbery suspect who allegedly pulled weapon
Police are asking the public for help identifying a robbery suspect after he allegedly pulled a weapon on a store employee. Kamloops RCMP said officers...
Councillor says new restrictions on Kamloops mayor an 'extraordinary step' to protect staff
UPDATE: 2:36 p.m. A Kamloops city councillor says measures put in place revoking Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson’s power to suspend certain municipal employees...
TRU tourism students to get boost from Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association
Learning opportunities and industry mentorship are several of the benefits Thompson Rivers University says its tourism management students will be getting after...
SD73 online enrolment sees growth after opening up courses province-wide
After being approved to offer its online learning courses across the entire province, the Kamloops-Thompson school district has seen growth its online...
Crown wants 12 years in prison for trafficker at 'highest level' of Kamloops drug trade
Prosecutors want a 12-year prison sentence for a gang-affiliated trafficker who was at the “highest level” of the Kamloops drug trade when he was...
Kamloops Search and Rescue reminding motorists to be cautious in snow, on forest service roads
After responding to four reports of motorists stranded in snow in the past two weeks, Kamloops Search and Rescue is reminded drivers to exercise caution on...
Kamloops workshop on wildfire-resistant construction open to all homeowners
The local branch of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association is inviting homeowners to a workshop next week regarding wildfire-resistant housing. According...
Merritt-based electric truck company's concerns lead to auditor general investigation
Should a company that administers provincial government grants also be offering and soliciting grant application services to grant applicants? That is the root...
Man taken to hospital after police attend 'high-risk' call on First Avenue in downtown Kamloops
UPDATE: 2:37 p.m. Mounties say one man was apprehended and taken to hospital for assessment and care after a large police presence Monday on First Avenue in...
Kamloops Innovation, TRU students start program to help businesses apply AI tech
Kamloops Innovation says its newest program aims to help local businesses adopt AI technology with the assistance of Thompson Rivers University students. The...
Acting Kamloops CAO wants to move forward after 'unprecedented' suspension by mayor
The City of Kamloops' top official says he feels the mayor’s attempt to suspend him was unprecedented, but he is prepared to work with him moving...
BC Lions ready for Kamloops training camp, plan big Fan Fest changes
There is one month until the BC Lions return to Kamloops for training camp, and the club is excited to get back on the Hillside Stadium gridiron ahead of its...
Snowfall warning issued for Coquihalla Highway
Heavy wet snow is forecast for the summit of the Coquihalla Highway late Monday. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Highway 5 between Merritt...