Fundraising bear-killing fine
Benefit game for killed teens
Future of B.C. separatism
1 dead, 6 hurt in bus crash
Measles exposure at event
Deep freeze continues
'Take the vaccine, please'
Gaza border reopens
Police arrest protesters 
Choosing Galentine's Day
20 year sentence for tycoon
Canada Post's $1B loan
Seahawks win Super Bowl 
Vees beat Americans
Owls come up short
Halftime show wedding 
Guthrie: 'We will pay,'
Brad Arnold dies at 47
Top Stories for February 7, 2025
Trudeau tells economic summit Trump is serious about taking over Canada
UPDATE 9:55 a.m. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Donald Trump is not joking when he says he'd like to make Canada the 51st state, and the U.S....
Kelowna mayor suffers health setback, full recovery expected
Kelowna's mayor is off duty for an undisclosed period of time due to a health setback. The City of Kelowna staff sent out a news release Friday morning,...
Forfeiture sought against B.C. property where RCMP found drug 'superlab'
The B.C. director of civil forfeiture is wasting little time in going after the Shuswap-area property where police claimed to have uncovered Canada’s...
Singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie stripped of Order of Canada
The appointment of singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie to the Order of Canada has been terminated by the Governor General. The move was announced in the Canada...
College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C. drops misconduct allegations against prominent anti-vaccine doctor
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C. has dropped its professional misconduct case against a former Lytton doctor who was accused of spreading...
2 car crash at Gerstmar Road and Hwy 33 hindering Kelowna traffic
A two-vehicle collision at Gerstmar Road and Hwy 33 is hindering Kelowna traffic early Friday evening. One lane is blocked heading to Black Mountain on Hwy 33...
Stage and film actor Tony Roberts, who often starred in Woody Allen movies, dies at 85
Tony Roberts, a versatile, Tony Award-nominated theater performer at home in both plays and musicals and who appeared in several Woody Allen movies —...
Bull Mountain offering the great outdoors on West Kelowna's back doorstep
The former Crystal Mountain Ski Hill in West Kelowna is now part of an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Don Journeay used to work at the ski hill in Upper...
Man gets life in prison for mistaken identity double murder in Cranbrook
A man has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 14 years in relation to a double homicide in Cranbrook in 2010. Colin Correia pleaded...
RCMP's Black Hawk helicopter is now patrolling B.C.-U.S. border
If you notice a Black Hawk helicopter flying above you, police in B.C. are asking you not to be alarmed. On Friday, the media was given an opportunity to view...
Fire mitigation begins next week on land near Brookhaven Care Centre
Fire mitigation crews will begin work next week to clear a “nuisance” area of Shannon Lake Road between Brookhaven Care Centre and Crystal Springs...
Kelowna Chamber of Commerce to hold panel discussion on US tariff threats
The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is holding an event to address local business concerns around U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs on...
The Trump administration is throwing more Pentagon reporters out of their workspaces
The Trump administration on Friday doubled the number of news organizations it is evicting from their workspaces at the Pentagon in order to rotate in more...
Generous donations support cardiac care at Kelowna General Hospital
The KGH Foundation’s Celebrate the Miracles campaign raised $486,546 over the 2024 holiday season. A large portion of the funds raised will go towards...
‘It looks like a stream of blood.’ A river near Buenos Aires turns red, sparking fears of toxic leak
A stream winding through a populous area on the outskirts of Buenos Aires has turned crimson red in recent hours, sparking fears of industrial chemical dumping,...
Kelowna dog owners should clean their pet's feet after winter walks
Kelowna dog owners are being advised to rinse their pet’s feet after a walk this winter on city walkways. Local resident Tracy Lessard says she recently...
Vernon Search and Rescue urges caution in the back country due to avalanche concerns, frozen bodies of water
For anyone heading to the back country, be careful out there. Coralie Nairn, with Vernon Search and Rescue, said people heading into the back country should...
Penticton RCMP provide update to missing person investigation
The Penticton RCMP continue to search for a man who was reported missing by his family on Sunday. Police are searching for 59-year-old Kurtis Robinson, who was...
Vernon RCMP investigating alleged assault after suspected road rage incident
Vernon RCMP are investigating a suspected road rage incident, part of which was caught on camera and posted to social media. Const. Chris Terleski said on...
Grade 10 boys rescue owl hit by a car in West Kelowna
Two Grade 10 boys are being praised for their quick thinking and compassion after they came across an injured owl while biking on West Kelowna's.Westlake...
19 states sue to stop DOGE from accessing Americans' personal data
Nineteen Democratic attorneys general sued President Donald Trump on Friday to stop Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing Treasury...
Trump and drones: Security officials prep for return of world leaders to Alberta
A security expert says those who remember how tight the security was when world leaders gathered in the Alberta backcountry two decades ago better buckle up...
Missing commuter plane found crashed on Alaska sea ice and all 10 aboard died, authorities say
A small commuter plane that crashed in western Alaska on its way to the hub community of Nome was located Friday on sea ice and all 10 people on board died,...
Joly won't say whether 'abhorrent' Trump pitch to clear Gaza means ethnic cleansing
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly won't say whether she thinks U.S. President Donald Trump is proposing ethnic cleansing in the Gaza Strip - but...
Federal unit uncovers 'malicious' effort tied to China aimed at Chrystia Freeland
A federal unit that tracks suspected foreign interference has uncovered a "co-ordinated and malicious" effort — possibly launched by China...
B.C. judge tosses drug evidence for 'numerous and flagrant' rights violations
A B.C. Supreme Court judge says Vernon RCMP committed "numerous and flagrant breaches" of an accused drug dealer's Charter rights and colluded...
The number of venomous snakes removed from this Australian yard will make you shudder
A man described feeling “the shudders” as more than 100 venomous red-bellied black snakes were removed from a pile of mulch in his Sydney backyard....
B.C. attorney general says involvement in Kamloops mayor's document case is last resort
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson may not be complying with the attorney general after all, but he has a few more weeks to decide for sure. The mayor said he...
Value of building permits plunge after three record setting years
The record setting building boom Kelowna enjoyed over the early part of the decade has come crashing down. Spurred on in part by large projects such as Aqua,...
Chase FireSmart coordinator warns village at high risk of wildfire within 20 years
The Village of Chase FireSmart coordinator has issued a stern warning in a new wildfire risk report drafted for the municipality: “It’s not a matter...
Trial on horizon for Penticton councillor facing historical sexual assault charges
A Penticton city councillor charged with historical sexual assaults against three children will go to trial in December, at the earliest. Coun. James...
Iran supreme leader says US talks 'not intelligent, wise or honorable,' upending push to negotiation
Iran's supreme leader said Friday that negotiations with America “are not intelligent, wise or honorable” after President Donald Trump floated...
Flu season in the US is the most intense it's been in at least 15 years
The U.S. winter virus season is in full force, and by one measure is the most intense in 15 years. One indicator of flu activity is the percentage of...
Planets putting on show as they line up in night sky
It is not often that all the planets in the Solar System other than ours are lined up across the night sky for us to see. The show is in progress now and will...
The slash-and-burn tactics Musk brings to Washington often backfired at Twitter
When Elon Musk bought Twitter in 2022, he laid off thousands of employees, stopped paying rent and auctioned off coffee makers and office chairs in hopes of a...
Cody Jinks concert date set for Kelowna
Multi-platinum singer songwriter Cody Jinks will head to Kelowna later this year with his Hippies and Cowboys tour, Live Nation announced Friday. Jinks is set...
'A nightmare': Bowen family's boat heavily damaged by BC Ferries vessel
Residents and travellers to Bowen Island celebrated the return of ferry service on Thursday night, following nearly three days of sailing cancellations after...
Indonesia orders the halting of tourism projects linked to Trump over environmental issues
Indonesian authorities have ordered the halting of development of a tourism project affiliated with U.S. President Donald Trump over water management and...
Kamloops man accused of killing his mother elects trial by judge and jury
A Kamloops man accused of murdering his mother has elected trial by judge and jury. Brandon Donovan, 36, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of...
Summerland homeowners alleging insurance company coverage lapse after a fire damaged their home
A pair of Summerland homeowners are pushing back against RBC Insurance Agency, claiming their insurance policy did not have sufficient coverage before a fire...
No other option: Penticton city staff say critical dam upgrades must be completed despite $7.5M jump in price
The cost of a dam upgrade in Penticton has ballooned by $7.5 million, leading to plans to take on external debt to fund the project. The Ellis 4 Dam upgrade...
Alternative lenders reshaping B.C. mortgage market
Mortgage brokers and alternative lenders are playing a bigger role in B.C.’s residential real estate sector, as cost-conscious homebuyers seek more...
Trump delivered on his promise to order a ban on transgender female athletes. What's next?
Donald Trump, the candidate, pledged to get “transgender insanity the hell out of our schools" and "keep men out of women’s sports."...
Four charged after 13-year-old boy found dead at Edmonton transit station
Edmonton police say three youths and an adult have been charged after a 13-year-old boy was found dead at a downtown light rail transit station. Officers found...
Vehicle crash into cyclist closes down Penticton's Martin St between Wade Ave W and Nanaimo Ave W
UPDATE: 3:20 p.m. Emergency officials are asking the drivers to avoid Martin Street between Wade Avenue West and Nanaimo Avenue West on Friday afternoon, as...
Marineland euthanizes seven-year-old beluga whale after medical struggles
Marineland has euthanized a seven-year-old beluga whale after a long battle with several different medical conditions, making it the 18th such whale to die at...
Edmonton man out of coma after assault at Dominican Republic resort bar
An Edmonton man who was attacked in a resort bar in the Dominican Republic is out of a coma in hospital. Cindy Rowan says she's relieved her son, Chase...
KSS Owls upset Oak Bay to advance to final of their own tournament
The KSS gymnasium was rocking Friday night. The partisan crowd and the baseline-hugging “Crazy Owls” were treated to one for the ages as the KSS...
Super Bowl prices are down this year. StubHub explains why
If you’re still planning to attend the Super Bowl on Sunday, you can expect a price drop compared to last year. The entry-level price for a ticket is...
Police charge man in 1998 killing of pregnant woman after identifying him using DNA
A man has been arrested and charged in the 1998 homicide of a 24-year-old pregnant woman in Toronto after police say they used investigative genetic genealogy...
Man, 33, sentenced for accidentally shooting rifle outside Burnaby apartment elevator
A 33-year-old man who accidentally blew a hole into the floor of his Burnaby apartment building's elevator lobby with a rifle he was hiding from police has...
Trudeau announces the appointment of three new senators
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of three new independent senators to fill some of the Senate's few remaining vacancies. The...
New York temporarily shutters bird markets after seven cases of avian flu are detected in NYC
New York on Friday ordered a weeklong shutdown of all live bird markets in New York City, Westchester and Long Island after seven cases of avian flu were...
Vernon RCMP hoping public can help them identify an arson suspect
Vernon RCMP are hoping the public can help them identify a suspect in an arson investigation. Const. Chris Terleski said the man is believed to be involved in...
Years worth of supplies donated to Kamloops fly fishing classes in hope of inspiring youth
A provincewide effort to amass gear to help Kamloops students learn fly fishing has hooked thousands of dollars and years worth of supplies. The initiative...
Alberta private surgical provider denies allegations of sweetheart deals
An Alberta surgical company named in allegations that government officials interfered to offer up sweetheart deals for private clinics says the claims are...
Vernon dog adorned with titles heading to Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York
A Vernon dog might just be the best decorated athlete in town. Atzi is a three-year-old Xoloitzcuintli competing in dog shows – to date she’s won 61...
ICC condemns sanctions by Trump administration and pledges to continue its work
The International Criminal Court on Friday called on member states to stand up against sanctions imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, describing the move as...
A quarter of British Columbians plan to watch the Super Bowl alone
A survey on British Columbia Super Bowl habits shows a quarter of those watching this weekend's game plan to do so by themselves. The survey conducted by BC...
Breaking down Canada’s wine trade barriers
Canada’s economy faces mounting pressures from external trade uncertainties. The ongoing threat of U.S. tariffs highlights just how vulnerable our...
A patchwork of rules: Why experts want to smooth interprovincial trade
The continuing threat of a trade war has Canadian politicians and business leaders looking for ways to shore up our economy in the face of potential...
Bass Coast announces ‘first wave’ of 2025 festival lineup
Music festival aficionados, the first wave of the 2025 Bass Coast lineup is finally here. Attendees at the 2025 Bass Coast festival can expect G Jones to lead...
This iconic Burnaby Mountain sculpture is deteriorating. Now its future is uncertain
One of the most iconic works of art in Burnaby is in bad shape. For 35 years, Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods), by Ainu sculptor Nuburi Toko and his son...
KSS Owls pulled away in the second half to win the opener of the Western Canada Basketball Tournament
The KSS Owls are off to the semi-finals of their own tournament thanks to a dominant second half performance. The Owls outscored Edmonton’s Ross Sheppard...
BC Community Bat Programs asking public to watch for white-nose syndrome
The public is being asked to help keep an eye on the local bat population. The BC Community Bat Programs, in collaboration with the Province of BC, are asking...
Armed man arrested in Vancouver after barricading himself in taxi
Vancouver Police say more than 25 officers and its K9 unit were deployed in the city's downtown Thursday night to arrest an armed suspect who was wanted...
City of Vancouver enters ‘big leagues of development’ with market rental housing strategy
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim announced Thursday that the city is embarking on a strategy to build 4,300 units of market rental housing on five city-owned sites to...
Kamloops Mounties executing warrant at North Kamloops home
A large police presence that included the emergency response team closed down part of Tranquille Road near Holt Street Friday morning. The Kamloops RCMP's...
Trump tariffs like 'sword of Damocles' hanging over Vancouver real estate
Despite a 30-day reprieve, U.S. tariffs are casting a cloud over Vancouver real estate, although healthy growth in the sector may still be possible in 2025 if...
Kelowna Rockets fall just short in 3-2 defeat at the hands of Prince George Friday
The Kelowna Rockets comeback came up just a little short Friday night. Joshua Ravensbergen came up big in the dying minutes as the Rockets pulled out all the...
Latest scale aims to weigh if chubby endangered B.C. marmots have more babies
Vancouver Island marmots can be a little shy when it comes to revealing their weight. Technicians and researchers with Vancouver Island University and the...
Trudeau travelling to Lisbon to attend the Aga Khan's funeral
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is flying to Lisbon on Friday to attend the Aga Khan's funeral. Trudeau is expected to depart for Portugal on Friday night and...
Explosives experts make final search for bombs near North Vancouver trails
Explosives experts contracted by the Department of National Defence will spend much of 2025 at North Vancouver’s Blair Rifle Range Lands, aiming to make...
Kamloops city council unanimously adopts motion calling for RCMP funding model shift
A pair of Kamloops councillors want to see the province find a better funding model for RCMP that will help municipalities struggling under “rapidly...
Quebec zoo announces death of Shaboola, first white rhino born in Canada
A Quebec zoo says it's mourning the death of Shaboola, a 45-year-old white rhino who was the first of her species born in Canada. The Granby zoo announced...
Employment numbers in good spot heading into potential trade war
The January job picture was mostly positive at the regional, provincial and national levels, with one notable exception. Metro Kelowna’s unemployment rate...
Canada invests $72 million in satellite constellation to monitor active wildfires
Canada is investing $72 million on a novel satellite constellation that will monitor active forest fires across the country. Federal Environment Minister Steven...
End the moratorium on thorium: Surrey Board of Trade
With political leaders across Canada having Road To Damascus conversions on the importance of energy and resource security and self-reliance – epiphanies...
Biotech in B.C. battles harsh market while landing big deals
Days after Vancouver’s Aspect Biosystems Ltd. landed US$115 million in Series B financing in early January, CEO Tamer Mohamed likely surprised many by...
Tory candidate won't apologize for joking that polar bears could deal with homeless
A candidate for leadership of the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives says he won't apologize for making a joke about tackling homelessness by letting polar...
B.C.-made critical mineral could be used as a 'reactive weapon' in trade war
Holding back a critical mineral processed in B.C. and critical to high-tech industries could be used as an “reactive weapon” in a trade war with the...
Trump pauses tariffs on millions of low-value packages from China
President Donald Trump has paused imposing tariffs on small-value packages arriving from China, apparently to give federal agencies time to sort out how to...
Salmon Arm dominated the West Kelowna Warriors 4-0 Friday night
The most entertaining part of Friday's BC Hockey League game at Royal LePage Place may have been the first intermission cutest pet contest. For the West...
Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt to temporarily close emergency department Saturday
The emergency department at Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt will be closed for 13 hours starting Saturday morning. Interior Health advised Merritt and area...
'These Games are very unique': Invictus Games bring community, competition to B.C.
Patrick Levis was lost. The Canadian Armed forces major was paralyzed after having surgery to remove a pineapple-sized tumour from his abdomen. His new reality...
Liberal leadership candidates will have to clear $125,000 hurdle today
Federal Liberal leadership candidates will have to cross another hurdle today to remain in the race — a payment of $125,000 to the party. The party...
Toronto FC GM says hunt for new talent continues with movement the other way possible
TORONTO — Toronto FC GM Jason Hernandez says reinforcements are coming. And there could also be movement out the door before Toronto opens MLS regular-season...
B.C. women being treated for HIV have shorter life expectancy than men, study shows
An antiretroviral treatment has increased the life expectancy of people who live with HIV in British Columbia, but a new study shows men are living longer than...
Kids 12 and under ski free at Revelstoke Mountain Resort starting mid-March
Spring break is coming up soon, and Revelstoke Mountain Resort is offering a promotion that families will not want to miss. That is because kids 12 and under...
Canada added 76,000 jobs in January as unemployment rate fell to 6.6%
Canada’s labour market added another 76,000 jobs in January, beating economist expectations. Statistics Canada’s labour force survey on Friday also...
New location for the Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace
The VIEW is on the move. Earlier this week, tenants at The VIEW (Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace) in the city’s downtown core were told...
Saskatchewan premier to visit Washington to talk Trump tariffs, border security
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says he's visiting Washington next week to convince U.S. officials that imposing tariffs on Canadian goods is a bad idea and...
Penticton Peach Fest adds country musician Kyle McKearney to lineup
Musician Kyle McKearney has been announced as the opening act for country star JoJo Mason at Penticton Peach Fest. McKearney will take the stage at Tim...
Valley First Credit Union brings Ghostbusters to the Vernon Winter Carnival
Once again, Valley First Credit Union has taken decorating for the Vernon Winter Carnival to the next level. The Fruit Union Plaza financial institution has a...
Majority of Proline bettors see Chiefs winning historic Super Bowl title
A majority of Proline bettors are backing the Kansas City Chiefs to make NFL history on Sunday. The Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59 in New...
Blazers hang with first-place Silvertips but can't close out comeback
A 35-save effort from Logan Edmonstone could not seal the deal for the Kamloops Blazers on Friday at Sandman Centre, where they fell 4-1 to the WHL-leading...
The Salmon Arm Salvation Army thanks residents for $235K in holiday donations
The Salvation Army is thanking Salmon Arm residents for giving generously during holiday fundraising campaigns, helping everyone in the community to have a...
65th annual Vernon Winter Carnival starts today
The Vernon Winter Carnival kicks off today – it's one of the biggest winter carnivals in the country, and this year’s theme is Back to the 80s....
Salmon Arm society requests help to remove old tower on Foreshore Trail
The Salmon Arm Bay Nature Enhancement Society is requesting help from the city to remove an old tower located on the Foreshore Trail. A letter from Janet...
RCMP in Penticton will soon be equipped with body cameras
South Okanagan RCMP will soon join other municipalities including Kelowna in rolling out body camera technology. "Some of the detachment areas in BC have...
Beekeeping for Beginners workshop at Row Fourteen & Ciderside in Cawston
If you're looking to learn what all the buzz is about on beekeeping, get ready for a full immersive workshop weekend in Caswton. Row Fourteen &...
City of Kamloops seeking applicants for 2025 Community Art Grants
The City of Kamloops is accepting applications for this year’s Community Art Grants. In a news release, the city said all non-profit organizations are...
The Pierre Family: Black pioneers in the West Kootenay
Each February, Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Canada, listen to their stories, and learn more about...
Merritt tourism down 18 per cent according to city’s visitor centre
Merritt is suffering from a decline in tourists according to the newest report from the city's visitor centre. In the Baillie House's latest quarterly...
'They are very caring:' Oliver's extreme cold shelter gives reprieve from frigid weather
Oliver's extreme cold shelter is currently offering a 20-bed overnight reprieve from B.C.'s cold snap. The temporary centre, situated at Oliver's...
Vernon Racquetball Club hosting national-level event
The Roster Sports Club and Bar and Grill is hosting the racquetball Winter National Team Selection Event Feb 7 to 8. Some 20 competitors from British Columbia,...
Point-in-time count finds chronic homelessness rising in Heritage city
Chronic homelessness is on the rise in Nelson, according to the latest point-in-time count led by the Nelson Committee on Homelessness. The survey —...
Specialist shortages worsen rural eye care gaps in Kootenays, creating replacement challenges
A shortage of eye doctor and surgeon sub-specialists in B.C. is leaving critical gaps in rural healthcare. One doctor has warned that low-pay and heavy...
The Village of Salmo is reminding residents to submit grant applications by Feb.19
The Village of Salmo is reminding residents that applications for the Columbia Basin Trust Resident Directed (ReDi) Grants are due by 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 19. The...
Penticton and District Community Arts Council celebrating 65 years of operations
Entering into their 65th year of operations, the Penticton and District Community Arts Council is focusing on growing their programs and operations. Their first...
Early morning fire engulfs a car garage in Trail
A fire broke out in Trail early Thursday morning, engulfing a garage and nearly damaging a nearby home. Fire crews said they responded to the scene at 1435...
BC Highway Patrol cracks down on roadside safety violations
BC Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to slow down and move over when approaching emergency or roadside vehicles with flashing lights to keep workers safe. As...
Layer of ice crystals at and above treeline being tested by snow slab recently deposited by storm
Avalanche danger is rated ‘considerable’ this weekend at the treeline and into the alpine throughout the West Kootenay backcountry, according to...
Ymir Climber ascends to the top of the ski mountaineering race calendar this weekend at Whitewater
Some of the fastest ski mountaineering racers in the world will be descending on Whitewater Ski Resort this weekend for three days of The Ymir Climber. An...
