Hamilton, Halton police halt use of Crime Stoppers over leak of tips

After a CBC investigation found more than 1.5 million Canadian Crime Stoppers tips were leaked in a data breach in June, police forces around Ontario — including in Hamilton and Halton Region — are pausing the use of Crime Stoppers.
Ottawa Wolves 2SLGBTQ+ rugby club has historic season

The Ottawa Wolves rugby club vice-president says after 18 years, this is the first time both the women's and men's plus teams won a trophy in the same season. He also says it was a record year for registration. The CBC's Emma Weller checks in with the squads at practice.
Brad Bradford's pitch for Toronto: Property tax freeze, safer streets

Brad Bradford is making his pitch to be Toronto’s next mayor, centring his platform on property tax relief and public safety. The mayoral candidate joined Chris Glover on CBC's Metro Morning days ahead of the vote. We will be speaking with incumbent Olivia Chow on Friday, October 23.
Toronto police suspend Crime Stoppers partnership after data breach

The Canadian Crime Stoppers data breach could have huge ramifications in Toronto. The Toronto Police Service has temporarily suspended its use of Crime Stoppers, and as Greg Ross reports, there are concerns the breach could do long-term damage to community trust in the program.
New poll puts Crombie in lead for Mississauga mayor as early voter turnout increases

As Monday's municipal election looms closer, a new poll suggests Bonnie Crombie has taken a sizeable lead over opponents Carolyn Parrish, Alvin Tedjo and Dipika Damerla in Mississauga's mayoral race.
Olivia Chow, Brad Bradford face off in last debate before election day

The two top candidates vying to be mayor of Toronto are debating one last time before voters head to the polls on election day.
Windsor rotary club hopes to help restore fire-damaged totem pole

The City of Windsor says the incident remains under investigation. It says arson is suspected but has not been confirmed.
Windsor Police Service pauses participation in Crime Stoppers after data breach

The Windsor Police Service has temporarily paused its participation in the Crime Stoppers program after a cybersecurity breach resulted in the release of more than 1.5 million tips.
Mayor walks away amid questioning about ex-Windsor, Ont., police chief’s racist remarks

One week after telling the Black Council of Windsor-Essex that calling out racism “is No. 1,” Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens walked away amid questioning about racist comments made by the southwestern Ontario city's recently retired police chief.
Minor injuries after ‘significant’ morning collision in Guelph
Police are describing a collision in Guelph on Thursday morning as “significant” but only minor injuries were reported. It started when a pick-up truck and SUV collided at the Victoria Rd. South and Stone Rd. East intersection around 8 a.m. Police say the impact from that crash caused the SUV to roll onto its roof […]
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More than 37K meals provided through Onkel Hans Food Drive
It was another successful year for the annual Onkel Hans Food Drive as donations provided more than 37,000 meals to those in-need. Non-perishable and monetary donations were collected at several staple K-W Oktoberfest events to support the Food Bank of Waterloo Region. It’s part of the Oktoberfest Cares initiative that aims to enrich the community […]
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Ottawa tells its diplomats not to meet with U.S. midterm candidates
OTTAWA — Canadian diplomats were directed this week not to meet with or attend events with candidates in the U.S. midterm elections.
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Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93
NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in “Top Gun,” a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's “Picket Fences” or the doomed captain of “Alien,” has died. He was 93.
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Two more fatal collisions recorded as 32 people killed on Ottawa roads
It is the deadliest year on Ottawa roads in recent history, according to data and police. The number of people killed by driving, walking or cycling on city streets is at 32, far above the highs seen in 2017 and 2018, and the highest seen in the last decade. Most recently, a 71-year-old woman was […]
Ottawa tells its diplomats not to meet with U.S. midterm candidates
OTTAWA — Canadian diplomats were directed this week not to meet with or attend events with candidates in the U.S. midterm elections.
Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93
NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in “Top Gun,” a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's “Picket Fences” or the doomed captain of “Alien,” has died. He was 93.
Regis Korchinski-Paquet’s mother makes new allegation against police at coroner’s inquest
A coroner’s inquest into the death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet is scrambling to find a way forward after the Toronto woman’s mother unexpectedly made a new allegation against police officers during her testimony this morning. Korchinski-Paquet fell from her 24th-floor balcony in the late afternoon of May 27, 2020, while police officers were in the west-end […]
Ottawa tells its diplomats not to meet with U.S. midterm candidates
OTTAWA — Canadian diplomats were directed this week not to meet with or attend events with candidates in the U.S. midterm elections.
More charges laid against man accused of taking photos of child in Kew Gardens washroom
Toronto police have brought more charges against a man who is already facing voyeurism charges in connection with an investigation dating back to August. Police say on Aug. 25, an 11-year-old girl entered the washroom at Kew Gardens while the male suspect was already inside. When the girl went into the stall, he allegedly took […]
Tom Skerritt, Emmy-winning actor with roles in ‘Picket Fences,’ ‘Alien’ and ‘Top Gun,’ dies at 93
NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Skerritt, the Emmy-winning actor who embodied a solid, wry authority figure, whether as a flight instructor in “Top Gun,” a tough-but-fair sheriff on TV's “Picket Fences” or the doomed captain of “Alien,” has died. He was 93.
4 men arrested after allegedly breaking into downtown Toronto building to take social media photos
Toronto police have arrested four men for allegedly breaking and entering into a downtown building to take photos for social media. Police responded to a call for a break-and-enter in the area of Bremner Boulevard and Lower Simcoe Street shortly before 6 p.m. on Sunday Oct. 18. Officers allege the four men forced entry into […]
Airbnb guests no longer have to wash the dishes or strip the beds at checkout
Airbnb guests can say goodbye to checkout chores like washing dishes, stripping beds and taking out the trash under a new policy announced this week.
Execution staff warned IV site might have ‘blown’ during Christa Pike’s execution attempt
Tennessee execution team members failed multiple times to establish working IV lines in Christa Pike’s arms before her attempted execution and warned that some of her veins may have ruptured, or “blown,” before she was injected with pentobarbital, her attorney wrote in a court document filed Thursday.
Rising gold prices aren’t stopping Diwali shoppers, but they’re changing what they buy
As gold prices continue to increase, shoppers are buying smaller jewellery items and making more cautious spending decisions ahead of Diwali. For many South Asian families, buying gold or silver during the festive season is a long-standing tradition passed down through generations. However, this year, traditions like giving jewellery are coming at a higher cost. […]
Europe’s killer heat this summer claims 50,000 lives. Climate change blamed for two-thirds of deaths
WASHINGTON (AP) — Blistering record heat in Europe this summer helped kill more than 50,000 people, with nearly two-thirds of that death toll blamed on human-caused climate change, a new study found.
With lockout looming, the World Series could be Major League Baseball’s last games for a while
MILWAUKEE (AP) — On the eve of the World Series, there is a realization these may be Major League Baseball's last games for a while.
The 4 soldiers killed in fast-moving fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta
WAINWRIGHT — Four Armed Forces members were killed when a fast-moving fire overwhelmed soldiers during a training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, southeast of Edmonton, on Saturday. Dozens of others were injured, with 27 remaining in hospital as of Thursday.
Driver in hospital after 2-vehicle collision in Leaside
The driver of a flipped car in a two-vehicle collision was rushed to hospital on Thursday evening, police say. Police were called to Bayview Avenue and McRae Drive just before 7:15 p.m. for reports of a crash. Officers say the driver of the flipped vehicle was extricated and transported to hospital. The extent of the […]
Fire crews respond to massive blaze at scrap metal yard in Kingston
A cloud of dark smoke billowed over Kingston after a structure fire broke out at KIMCO Steel Thursday morning, prompting a large emergency response.
Competition at the heart of Raptors’ defence
Ja'Kobe Walter made it a personal goal to lead the NBA in steals by the end of the season.
Man who pled guilty in fatal boat crash off Woodbine Beach won’t serve jail time
Superior Court Justice Brees Davies said while Thamilagan Olivernicholas engaged in risky behavior by driving his boat at high speeds, jail time would have a significant impact.
Sens’ Cousins, Panthers’ Matthew Tkachuk fined
The NHL handed out a pair of fines Thursday following a heated matchup between the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers that featured a third-period melee and the return of former Senators captain Brady Tkachuk.
Senators place goalie Ullmark on injured reserve
The Ottawa Senators placed goaltender Linus Ullmark on injured reserve Thursday, a day after he sustained a lower-body strain in a 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers.
More than 4,000 alumni return for Queen’s 100th homecoming
Queen’s University welcomed more than 4,000 alumni to campus over the weekend for its 100th homecoming anniversary celebration. The weekend featured an alumni picnic, parade, and football game that highlighted the university’s appreciation for past students and their contributions. The alumni picnic took place at Agnes Benidickson Field, which provided games, live music, and a […]