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Police in Richmond say latest homicide victim is known to them

Police in Richmond say latest homicide victim is known to them

A man has been found dead in Richmond, and homicide investigators have taken over the case. A news release from Richmond RCMP says the body was found around midday, Thursday, near the Fraser River in south Richmond.
'I just punched it right in the jaw': woman fights coyote to save small dog

'I just punched it right in the jaw': woman fights coyote to save small dog

Denise Baker-Grant cuddles with her two dogs Maggie and Gizmo in front of her home Wednesday, a day after she punched and kicked a coyote that was attacking a stranger’s dog.
Fake gun draws real police in West Vancouver

Fake gun draws real police in West Vancouver

A toy firearm that led to a temporary school lock down in West Vancouver Tuesday. photo supplied, West Vancouver police are again warning the public after someone carrying a fake gun provoked a very real police response.
Adventurous couple kicks off 2,000-kilometre scooter trek in Vancouver

Adventurous couple kicks off 2,000-kilometre scooter trek in Vancouver

Bex Band and Gil Drori are travelling by scooter from Vancouver to Tijuana Mexico to raise awareness for the charity Africa’s Children in Education.
Armed forces arrive in B.C. as federal assistance approved for flooded areas

Armed forces arrive in B.C. as federal assistance approved for flooded areas

People place sandbags along the banks of the Kettle River in Grand Forks, B.C., on Thursday, May 17, 2018.
UPDATED 2X: Parachutist secure and safe

UPDATED 2X: Parachutist secure and safe

SAR helicopter being used to rescue a stranded parachuter from the Chief. Photo: HALEY RITCHIE A parachutist who was stuck on the Stawamus Chief is now safe and sound. Squamish Search and Rescue flew in via helicopter to assist the man.
Don't let floods and fire negatively affect your long weekend road trip

Don't let floods and fire negatively affect your long weekend road trip

Know before you go. Plan ahead to ensure you reach your long weekend destination safely.
Wendy’s at Cambie and Broadway slated for 'iconic' redevelopment

Wendy’s at Cambie and Broadway slated for 'iconic' redevelopment

The Wendy’s restaurant site at 480 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver is close to many transit infrastructure and real estate developments.
This Week in History: Beach fashion for the long weekend

This Week in History: Beach fashion for the long weekend

Photo: Ed Olson Models: Ramona Beauchamp Jewellery: Carol Chanin What to wear to the beach? Teeny bikinis, shorts and tops, athlete's tights -- whatever you like.
Rescue operation underway for stranded parachutist in Squamish

Rescue operation underway for stranded parachutist in Squamish

An aerial view of the Stawamus Chief and the surrounding area. Photograph By FILE PHOTO/STEVEN CHUA Crews are rescuing a parachutist who got stuck on the side of the Stawamus Chief.