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High levels of sulfur-linked pollutants detected around Hamilton's stinky dump, city to look at health impacts
Resident living near GFL facility and experiencing "full-blown intoxicating smells every single day" says she suffers nausea and headaches.
What's on in Hamilton this August long weekend?
This August long weekend, Hamilton is host to events including the Festival of Friends Music festival, a night market and a historical milk exhibit.
Canada 'disappointed' by Trump boosting tariffs to 35%, says Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney released a statement just past midnight on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to increase a tariff on Canadian goods to 35 per cent. He says Canada is still committed to CUSMA free trade, despite Trump following through on his threat.
Child hit and killed in 'motor vehicle collision' in St. Catharines, Ont., parking lot, police say
Shortly after noon, Niagara Regional Police Service said on social media site X it wasinvestigating a "serious motor vehicle collision" in the area of an aquatic centre at the corner of Carlton Street and Niagara Street.
Former Hamilton hospital site to become 2 new long-term care homes, additional housing
The Ontario government is supportingthe construction of two long-term care homes and housingby selling the former Hamilton Psychiatric Hospital through the Surplus Lands program, it announced on Thursday.
Hamilton judge reprimanded, ordered to apologize to Peter Khill after giving wrong manslaughter sentence
Ontario Superior Court Justice Andrew Goodman waited over a year before admitting he'd meant to hand down a six-year prison sentence, not eight years, for manslaughter to Peter Khill.
Prairie wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in Hamilton, southern Ontario: Environment Canada
Smoke from wildfires in the Prairies is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Hamilton-Niagara area and much of southern Ontario, Environment Canada says.
Team of sex assault victim support centres to oversee OHL's consent training to help with 'accountability'
To help address "gaps in accountability," a centralized team will now help Ontario Hockey League (OHL) squads enrol in the right mandatory consent and healthy masculinity training and ensure it's completed, under an agreement between a coalition of sex assault victim support centres and the league. CBC spoke to parties involved in this move nearly a week after the Hockey Canada criminal trial in London ended with not guilty findings.
Insurance won't cover $5M in City of Hamilton claims for cyberattack, citing lack of log-in security
The insurance company did not cover any of the city's claims totalling about $5 million. City staff say they've learned from their mistakes and are taking accountability for the cybersecurity breach.
Ontario police watchdog investigates after man fatally shot by officer in Niagara Falls, Ont.
The province's police watchdog is investigating after it says an officer shot and killed a man in Niagara Falls, Ont., Wednesday morning. The 40-year-old was pronounced dead in hospital after the shooting.
Six Nations of the Grand River still under state of emergency after June flooding
Community members impacted by the flooding can request support until July 31, the elected council said late last week.
Hate-related crimes and incidents up 35% in Hamilton, police data shows
'These numbers confirm what communities have been saying for years: hate is not an isolated incident - it is a daily reality in Hamilton,' says one advocate.
Ontario officially cancels $100M Starlink contract, won't say cost to taxpayers
Ontario has officially cancelled its $100-million contract with Starlink, but the province refuses to say how much it cost taxpayers to get out of the deal.
New MP — and new Hamiltonian — Aslam Rana says he's working hard to bring federal money to the city
Aslam Rana exudes enthusiasm for his new job as Liberal MP for Hamilton Centre and is eager to talk about the local organizations he has met with or advocated for in Ottawa. But some riding residents say it can be hard to get in touch with Rana, a backlog he acknowledges.
Fearing for their safety on Hamilton highway, 10 limo passengers forced impaired driver to pull over: police
The Burlington detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)said that just before 11 p.m. onJuly 11, officers arrived to where the limo was parked on the side of the Queen Elizabeth Way, Toronto bound, near Fifty Road.
Ontario opens applications for $260M skills development fund
Ontario has opened up applications for a $260-million round of funding to train workers. Labour Minister David Piccini says the funds can be used for innovative projects in health care, manufacturing, construction and the automotive sector, among other skilled trades.
'No plans' to renew safer supply funding after federal support quietly runs out
Dozens of safer supply pilot programs quietly lost federal funding earlier this year and Ottawa says there are no plans to re-up its financial support.
Hamilton man in critical condition after weekend water incident on Lake Huron
A swimmer was transported to hospital in critical condition over the weekend after bystanders reported a personindistress in Lake Huron.
25-year-old man killed in Dundas shooting, police search for suspect
Just after 5 p.m. Sunday, Zachary Shuman was shot and killed in a parking lot off Governors Road, Hamilton police say.
Virtual tour of former residential school captures the spirit of place
An immersive experience will show people what the Mohawk Institute was like in the past. The former residential school is slated to reopen as a museum space, part of the Woodland Cultural Centre, on Sept. 30.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats continue winning streak, beating B.C. Lions 37-33
Even when his Hamilton Tiger-Cats were down 10 points with less than four minutes on the game clock, Kiondre Smith believed someone on his team would make a big play. He was right.
QEW reopens after multi-vehicle crashes near St. Catharines, Ont.
OPP said one collision Monday morning involved two tractor trailers and five vehicles and sent at least two people to hospital.
Immigrant entrepreneurs say years-long wait for Canada's start-up visa leaves them in limbo
Applicants of Canada's Start-up Visa program say delays in permanent residency are stalling their businesses, blocking funding and growth. Despite building successful ventures, many have waited years, prompting calls for faster processing and greater transparency.
Crombie vows to fight on in face of Ont. Liberal leadership challenge
Bonnie Crombie faces a mandatory leadership review at the party's annual general meeting and, under the organization's bylaws, needs over 50 per cent support to stay on. But a group of Liberals have emerged calling for new leadership, a sentiment echoed by the candidate who finished second in the 2023 race she won.
NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shares wisdom and 'aura' with aspiring basketball players
It was a very special day for some young basketball players in Toronto, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was in town for an event hosted by his father Vaughan's non-profit. The NBA all-star, MVP, and champion shared some words of wisdom, as well as his 'aura' with those who attended. CBC's Lane Harrison has the story.
Heat warning in effect in Hamilton, surrounding areas could feel like 39
A heat warning has been issued for Hamilton, Niagara, Burlington and surrounding areas from Sunday until Tuesday, according to Environment Canada.
Ontario's Halton Region shutting down heritage division, getting rid of 30,000-item historical collection
The region is hoping other organizationswill take the itemsin order to keep them in public hands, but says anything it can't rehouse will be up for public auction - a move heritage advocates say can be unethical and degrade public trust.
Citrus trees in Canada? New plant hardiness map shows shift in growing zones
The kind of plants you can grow have changed slightly in most regions of Canada according to the federal government's latest Plant Hardiness Zones map - the first such update since 2014.
Trains restarted day after CN derailment in Paris, Ont.: Via Rail
Trains are moving again after a Canadian National Railway Co. train derailed in southwestern Ontario halting passenger train service.
People assume I can't be a doctor because of my disability
Kendra Hebert had never seen a visibly disabled physician and often questioned whether there was a place for her in medicine. Despite the challenges, she knows what she's fighting for.
Federal government to stop funding hotel rooms for asylum seekers, IRCC says
Asylum seekers staying in federally-funded hotels will soon have to check out as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada says that funding will end on Sept. 30. The department says it will help people staying in hotels find housing, but experts say that could be a tough task in cities with high demand and low supply.
Suspect vehicle in fatal Lincoln, Ont., hit-and-run found burning in Mississauga: police
Police are searching for a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant in connection with the death of 82-year-old Larry Pearce last week.
Mosquitoes in Hamilton test positive for West Nile virus for the 1st time this year
Mosquitoes in Hamilton have tested positive for West Nile virus for the first time this year, leading the city to increase the risk of contracting the virus from 'low' to 'moderate.'
Train derailment in Paris, Ont., under investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has sent investigators to Paris, Ont., on Friday after a trail derailed in the small southern Ontario town.
What's on this weekend in Hamilton, July 25-27, from final Fringe shows to a Bayfront fiesta
From the high-energy Fiesta Extravaganza to the Hamilton Fringe Festival finale and a classical concert, there's no shortage of entertainment across the city this weekend.
Highway 403 reopened in Hamilton after tractor-trailer crash
All westbound lanes on Highway 403, close to Main Street in Hamilton, have reopened after being closed for several hoursfollowing a tractor-trailer collision overnight.
What to know about Ontario's peach season
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture is aiming to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the farmland that produces Ontario fruits. CBC's Talia Ricci visited one Ontario farm to learn more about peach season.
Goldfish, traps and electric currents: Inside Canada's quiet war against invasive carp
With invasive carp breeding just across the border, it's not a question of if, but when they arrive in Canada. Now federal scientists are racing to root out the carp before they crash the party and to capture an ecosystem on the brink of irreversible change.
Pro-housing protesters who went from city hall to Beasley Park told to move on, again
After six weeks in front of city hall, protesters calling for more permanent housing options moved to a local park early July. This week, they were forced to move again.
No charges against Hamilton police officer who shot man in March: SIU
Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has found that a Hamilton police officer used 'reasonable force' in shooting and wounding a 30-year-old man in March. The man was shot as police were responding to the stabbing of another man.
RECAP | All 5 former Hockey Canada players found not guilty of sexual assault
50 years ago, rocker Kim Mitchell's guitar was stolen in Hamilton. Now his biographer wants to get it back
In 1975, someone in Hamilton stole rock icon Kim Mitchell's guitar after a show. Now, the music historian who wrote a book about the Go For Soda and Patio Lanterns singer wants to help him get it back.
Police search parts of Hamilton looking for 2 missing boys
Police are searching different areas of east Hamiltonas they look for two missing boys, aged 12 and 13.
Heat warning issued for Hamilton, as Environment Canada says it may feel like 44 on Thursday
Environment Canada has issued aheat warning forHamilton, Burlington, Niagara and areawith aheat event is expected to begin Thursday.
Assault charge withdrawn against veteran Niagara police officer
A veteran police officer who was facing a charge of assault in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., has had the charge against him dropped and he has resumed his regular duties.
Hamilton police officer accused of sexually assaulting co-worker 'purposely' misinterpreted her: Crown
Closing arguments ended Tuesday in the trial of Jeffery Turnbull, a Hamilton police constable accused of sexually assaulting a colleague in 2022.
New series set on dairy farm in Fort Erie a 'love letter' to rural Ontario
Cows Come Home, a TV comedy set and filmed on a Fort Erie dairy farm, centres on rekindled friendships and competitive cow showing. It is now streaming on Bell Fibe TV1.
New Metrolinx CEO eligible for potential 6-figure bonus
Hockey Canada sexual assault trial decisions come down today. Here's what could happen
Justice Maria Carroccia's decisions in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial will be rendered today, over a month after proceedings that began in London, Ont., in April wrapped in mid-June. With five accused ex-world junior players and six charges, the outcome could go a number of possible ways. CBC News spoke with lawyers not connected to the trial for explanations on the possibilities and procedures.
3 people dead following single-vehicle crash in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Three people have died following a single-vehicle collision in the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Niagara police said.
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