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Son of former BC Liberal MLA testifies in his own defence at sexual interference trial

Son of former BC Liberal MLA testifies in his own defence at sexual interference trial

Kasimir Tyabji-Sandana pleaded not guilty in B.C. Supreme Court to allegations that date back to 2016
Catalytic converter theft cancels vital outings for Burnaby seniors

Catalytic converter theft cancels vital outings for Burnaby seniors

A scenic drive to Pitt Lake and a shopping trip to Walmart were cancelled this week for residents at the Swedish Canadian Assisted Living Residence because thieves stole their bus's catalytic converter.
Public hearing ordered into Christmas Day Victoria police fatal shooting

Public hearing ordered into Christmas Day Victoria police fatal shooting

Lisa Rauch died after being shot in the head with hard plastic projectiles in 2019
'Mind-boggling': Report finds Metro Vancouver needs 100K more public EV charging stations

'Mind-boggling': Report finds Metro Vancouver needs 100K more public EV charging stations

Soaring electric vehicle adoption rates in Metro Vancouver will require up to $2.9 billion in charging stations by 2050. A new report says the B.C. and federal governments are falling short.
Port Alberni mother had reached a breaking point over son's behaviour, Crown argues

Port Alberni mother had reached a breaking point over son's behaviour, Crown argues

The prosecutor argued at her second-degree murder trial that Samantha Dittmer made a decision to handle a firearm in a heightened state of emotion

Surrey RCMP investigating fatal collision between car, motorcycle

SURREY, B.C. — One man is dead following a collision between a car and motorcycle in Surrey, B.C. Surrey RCMP were called to Hall Road and 72 Avenue area shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Thursday for reports of a collision involving two vehicles.
Vancouver's Okeya Kyujiro earns Michelin star, bringing city's total to nine

Vancouver's Okeya Kyujiro earns Michelin star, bringing city's total to nine

Vancouver's restaurant scene has earned another Michelin star. The Parisian tire manufacturer-cum-gastronomic tastemaker awarded the honour to Japanese restaurant Okeya Kyujiro, led by chef Takuya Matsuda, at a ceremony Thursday night.
Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Tara Scott told the Civil Resolution Tribunal she broke her foot on a streetlight pole at Lougheed Highway and Government Street because the streetlight was burned out, the pole was painted black and tree branches made it hard to see.
B.C. COVID-19 hospitalizations up 58% in two weeks, as infections, deaths also spike

B.C. COVID-19 hospitalizations up 58% in two weeks, as infections, deaths also spike

VANCOUVER — COVID-19 cases are on the rise in British Columbia, with the BC Centre for Disease Control reporting hospitalizations have increased 58 per cent in the past two weeks.
Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

A leaked letter outlines examples of lack of action and statements of misinformation by Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke and city council.