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Reports of violent crime wave 'incredibly misleading,' say B.C. criminologists

Reports of violent crime wave 'incredibly misleading,' say B.C. criminologists

The stabbing death of a man outside a Starbucks in Vancouver, B.C., led the federal Opposition leader to reference it as part of a "massive crime wave." But criminologists say murder rates have been largely flat over the past two decades.
Local duo eager for playoffs with Prince George Spruce Kings

Local duo eager for playoffs with Prince George Spruce Kings

Prince George hosting Salmon Arm in Games 3 and 4 Tuesday and Wednesday at Kopar Memorial Arena
Shuswap MLA blasts catch-and-release justice system as crime 'explodes'

Shuswap MLA blasts catch-and-release justice system as crime 'explodes'

Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo says police officers work hard, putting their safety on the line to catch criminals – only to have them released by the system.
Prince George drinking water at risk of asbestos contamination

Prince George drinking water at risk of asbestos contamination

Other B.C. communities with asbestos cement water pipes include Fort St. John, Richmond, Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, Lillooet, Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo, Delta, Penticton and Burnaby.
Arm wrestler donates to Child Development Centre in Prince George

Arm wrestler donates to Child Development Centre in Prince George

Dan Gallo, Prince George arm wrestler, was inspired to donate to the Child Development Centre because of all the good work he hears about them doing in the community from his wife, Sadie, who works there.
RCMP chase, shooting on Vancouver Island under investigation

RCMP chase, shooting on Vancouver Island under investigation

Video posted on social media shows at least four RCMP vehicles trying to stop the skidder, which weaves around parked cars and goes up on sidewalks.
'Potentially lethal': Crown wants $2.95M in fines for Richmond ammonia release

'Potentially lethal': Crown wants $2.95M in fines for Richmond ammonia release

Contaminated ammonia was moved in an uncertified tank through Richmond to a site where it was released and flowed into a slough.
Northern Health suing ship owner for medical expenses

Northern Health suing ship owner for medical expenses

Northern Health seeking $45,489 for cost of crew member's emergency medical care
Can sharing graphic videos of death be punishable? B.C. lawyers weigh in

Can sharing graphic videos of death be punishable? B.C. lawyers weigh in

It's time the law adapts to evolving technology, says one B.C. lawyer.
MP Doherty calls suicide prevention hotline funding bittersweet

MP Doherty calls suicide prevention hotline funding bittersweet

Cariboo-Prince George MP says federal budget is out of touch with the mental health crisis