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B.C. anesthesiologist facing second sexual assault charge after moving his practice

DELTA, B.C. — An anesthesiologist in British Columbia is facing a second charge of sexual assault. Police in Delta, B.C., say Dr.

Mar 20, 2023 2:31 PM Read more >

MP Dan Albas condemns race-based attack on international student in Kelowna

“This was a hate crime committed by cowards who should be punished severely.”

Mar 20, 2023 1:18 PM Read more >

CUPE workers begin full-scale strike, halting bus service across B.C.'s Fraser Valley

ABBOTSFORD, B.C. — Bus service across most of B.C.'s Fraser Valley, from Abbotsford to Hope, has been halted by a strike.

Mar 20, 2023 10:12 AM Read more >

Man suffers facial injuries in Nanaimo shooting; second shooting in a week

The 39-year-old victim flagged down community safety officers for help.

Mar 20, 2023 8:26 AM Read more >

Restaurants worry about costs, unhappy patrons as Victoria considers rules to discourage single-use containers

One City of Victoria proposal would require reusable dishware for dine-in meals.

Mar 20, 2023 8:01 AM Read more >

Prince George social worker wins B.C. award

“Heather Lamb is an exceptional and compassionate social worker who has made significant contributions improving the lives of British Columbians."

Mar 20, 2023 6:55 AM Read more >

How old was Kyle the peacock? Where did he come from? We may now know

Former Sunshine Coast residents help solve the mystery of where the beloved local bird came from

Mar 20, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >

Sikh community call for hate crime charges after young man assaulted at bus stop late Friday night

“It could happen to anybody here. If we are not safe here then what can we do for our safety?" said one student.

Mar 19, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Shooting in Nanaimo, B.C., sends man to hospital with facial injuries

NANAIMO, B.C. — Mounties in British Columbia say one person is in hospital after a shooting in downtown Naniamo. The RCMP say the shooting was first reported by community safety officers who were flagged down by the victim at about 8 p.m. Saturday.

Mar 19, 2023 3:12 PM Read more >

B.C. officers use spike belt to arrest 'prolific offender' in alleged stolen vehicle

ABBOTSFORD, B.C. — Police in Abbotsford, B.C., say a "prolific offender" has been arrested after officers used a spike belt to prevent the suspect from fleeing in an allegedly stolen vehicle.

Mar 19, 2023 2:37 PM Read more >