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Library staff member tests positive for COVID-19 after visiting 9 branches last week
The branches include Binbrook, Central, Concession, Kenilworth, Mount Hope, Sherwood, Terryberry, Turner Park and Valley Park, all of which have been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected "several times" since, the library says.
This Hamilton family didn't know they had another sister. Now they're trying to find her
Four women in Hamilton grew up thinking they were sisters, but found out one of them is actually a first cousin. They then learned they have a long-lost sister, and are now trying to find her.
Group of Ontario police officers launches charter challenge of pandemic restrictions
A group of 19 Ontario police officers has launched a constitutional challenge against the provincial and federal governments, claiming that enforcing sweeping pandemic health restrictions puts them at odds with their oath to uphold the charter.
Hamilton puts off decision on e-scooter companies after public raises safety concerns
Hamilton city councillors are holding off on making a decision about allowing e-scooter rental companies in the city to seek more input from groups, including those advocating for people with disabilities.
Calls for COVID-19 shots overload Hamilton's public health phone lines Monday
Hamilton public health says the number of callers trying to book COVID-19 vaccination appointments Monday overwhelmed its hotline and wait list, causing it to automatically hang up on people.
Thousands of Niagara farm workers receive COVID-19 vaccine
The region reports 3,019 workers from 171 farms in the area were given their first dose at the Seymour Hannah Centre's clinic during the weekend of April 23 and 24. That's on top of the 315 who were previously vaccinated during a pilot clinic.
New city clinic offering AstraZeneca vaccine to Hamilton residents 40 and older
The downtown McMaster University site at 100 Main St. W. will offer shots of the COVID-19 AstraZeneca vaccine by appointment only between May 6 and 13.
71-year-old pedestrian dead after being hit by vehicle in Grimsby: police
Investigators say a 71-year-old woman was crossing the street Saturday afternoon when she was struck by a 57-year-old woman driving a Dodge Charger west on Main Street East.
'Archaic' government rules restricting Indigenous communities' control over elections: study
A new study shows Canada's current policies on Indigenous communities are hurting their democracy and having the power to implement things like online voting could make a big impact.
All adults in Hamilton hot spots can get COVID-19 vaccines as of Monday
Adults who live in Hamilton hot spots will be eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine as of Monday.
Ontario Human Rights Commission supporting Pride Hamilton in tribunal against city and police
The Ontario Human Rights Commission says it will be in Pride Hamilton's corner for its tribunal complaint against the city and local police after violence broke out at the 2019 Pride festival.
Moratorium on development of Haldimand Tract raises questions for Arrowdale golf course
The City of Brantford has said it will resume selling the Arrowdale golf course lands. But a call for halting development in the Haldimand Tract raises puts the sale in question.
'A last goodbye to Brandon': Message in a bottle unites families years after it was set adrift
A message in a bottle has connected two families more than four years after it was thrown into Lake Huron as an act of faith and a final goodbye.
Brandon Walli's family talks about the bottle and their 'final goodbye':
Shandelle Carrigan and Jason Poulton share what it was like to find the bottle, while Brandon Walli's sister Robyn and his dad, Tom, talk about what it means to them.
Hamilton police call out for witnesses and video after man killed in 'senseless shooting'
Members of Hamilton Police Major Crime Unit canvassed for witnesses and video on Friday as they continue to investigate the city's seventh homicide.
Hamilton reports 181 new cases of COVID-19 and 1 more death
Hamilton Health Sciences reported 181 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death linked to the virus on Friday.
How does COVID-19 affect children? A pediatric emergency specialist takes your questions
Live at noon on Tuesday Hamilton Live talks with Dr. Christopher Sulowski Interim Chief of the Pediatric Emergency Department at McMaster Children’s Hospital about how COVID-19 is affecting children, why it's still safe to go to emergency and more. Send us your comments and questions.
Vaccine rollout was 'absolute failure,' says Hamilton man whose wife has Stage 4 kidney cancer
From euphoria to guilt, a Hamilton couple is pushing the provincial and municipal governments to fix their problem of unclear communication of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, saying cancer patients are being left behind.
Former Hamilton Forge FC defender David Edgar joins CPL champion's coaching staff
Former Canadian international David Edgar, who retired as a Forge FC player in December, has joined the Canadian Premier League team's staff as an assistant coach.
Filmmaker hopes new doc on Canadian and other ISIS brides will help 'leave hatred behind,' allow repatriation
Hamilton native Kimberly Polman is among former ISIS brides featured in The Return: Life After ISIS by Alba Sotorra Clua, who hopes the new documentary — among featured films in the Hoc Docs Festival — will give insight into the issues surrounding repatriation.
After all the tragedy, are long-term care homes better?
Ontario Today talks about the future of the province's long-term care homes on Friday's extended show.
Hamilton and surrounding area warned to brace for strong winds, with gusts up to 80 km/h
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning strong, northwesterly winds are expected to blow through Hamilton and the surrounding area throughout the day.
Some Hamilton workplaces are shutting down to stop COVID-19 outbreaks from spreading
At least three workplaces with outbreaks in Hamilton and the surrounding area are winding down or halting operations because of COVID-19 outbreaks.
Military help for pandemic-hit Ontario hospitals starts at Sunnybrook in Toronto on Friday
Canadian military health-care and other personnel will start helping Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre's field hospital and ICU in Toronto starting Friday, part of its deployment to Ontario hospitals strained under COVID-19 caseloads. Talks are ongoing about Hamilton's and other hospitals' needs.
Theatre Aquarius announces Mary Francis Moore as new artistic director
The previous artistic director's retirement came amidst criticism of Theatre Aquarius's lack of diversity. Now award-winning Mary Francis Moore will fill the role in July.
200 people are hospitalized with COVID-19 as Hamilton logs 154 new cases
A total of 200 people are hospitalized with COVID-19 as Hamilton recorded an additional 154 cases on Thursday.
'Music brings people together': Canadian karaoke stars eye return to world championships
For the second consecutive year, the Karaoke World Championships will be held online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it hasn't dampened the buzz as singers set their sights on the big event.
Paid sick leave: Does the province's plan go far enough?
Ontario Today wants your reaction to Ontario's new paid sick leave plan on Thursday's show.
38-year-old man dead after Hamilton alleyway shooting: police
A 38-year-old man is dead after police say he was shot in alleyway on Wednesday night.
Hamilton tattoo parlour refuses to close during third wave of COVID-19
The city says if Kryptonian Ink doesn't comply, it may face harsher measures.
Hamilton is back to pursuing the 2030 Commonwealth Games, Victoria interested in 2026
Hamilton has resumed its quest to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games a century after the first edition was held in that city, and abandoned a bid for 2026.
Hamilton will expand sidewalk snow-clearing to cover transit routes
Hamilton's city council is expanding the sidewalk snow-clearing program to include 783 kilometres more along transit routes after winter storms.
McMaster Children's Hospital preparing for 'unprecedented' move to admit adult ICU patients
The hospital has readied two beds in its Women's Health ICU and other ward beds have been also been prepared, according to Dr. Christopher Sulowski, interim medical director of the pediatric emergency department.
Hamilton reports 230 new COVID-19 cases and 4 more deaths
There are another 230 new cases in Hamilton as of Wednesday, and four more people have died.
Couple killed in downtown stabbing ID'd by police, son charged with murder still in coma
Hamilton police have identified Moui Khuu and Hung Vo as the husband and wife fatally stabbed in a downtown apartment on Monday. The couple's son, Phuoc Hoa Vo, faces two counts of second-degree murder.
Mental health and the pandemic: How are kids doing?
Ontario Today opens lines with child and youth psychiatrist Dr. Rachel Mitchell on Wednesday's show.
Man in his mid-20s in hospital after crashing into trees in Waterdown
Hamilton police say a man in his mid-20s has been taken to hospital after crashing into trees on Mill Street in Waterdown.
Hamilton public school board naming new school after Viola Desmond
Hamilton's public school is naming a new east-end school after Canadian civil rights icon Viola Desmond.
'Bad things happening' in Ontario real estate market as homebuyer complaints surge
With an overheating Ontario housing market, "bad things are happening," says one agent. But those bad things are hard to prove.
Six Nations elected chief stresses unity, reiterates call for moratorium on development
Six Nations Elected Chief Mark Hill has indicated support for a call to halt development in the Haldimand Tract.
COVID-19 deaths of 3 Ontario farm workers prompt coroner's call for changes
A deputy chief coroner's review in response to the deaths of three Mexican farm workers in Ontario calls for better oversight of living conditions and improved access to health care for temporary agricultural workers.
Hamilton police provide update on double-homicide investigation
Det.-Sgt. Peter Thom says neighbours were "traumatized" by the stabbing that left a couple dead and their daughters are "devastated."
People aged 40 plus in 'hot spot' Hamilton communities can get vaccinated now
People aged 40 and over who live in five "hot spot" communities in Hamilton are now eligible to get vaccinated.
Should vaccinated customers get a discount? A Niagara gas station tried it, then backed off
A Niagara gas station has removed a discount it was offering to vaccinated customers after backlash from community members.
Canadian Air Force members may be sent to help at Hamilton field hospital: province
The federal government is considering sending extra people — such as members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Canadian Red Cross and other groups — to help at field hospitals at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS).
Son faces 2 counts of second-degree murder as police investigate double homicide
A 34-year-old man is in critical condition and will be charged with second-degree murder after what Hamilton police say was a "family dispute" where he allegedly stabbed and killed his parents.
Why this artist wanders around Hamilton dressed as a giant duck
Meet Lewis Mallard, the six-foot-tall duck who has been quacking up Hamiltonians with his antics.
Fiery 7-vehicle crash closed Highway 403 in Brant — then 3 more vehicles crashed nearby
A seven-vehicle crash closed Highway 403 near Middle Townline Road in Brant County on Monday, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say. Then, there was another crash nearby.
How are families coping with the challenges of the 3rd wave?
Ontario Today focuses on family pandemic struggles on Tuesday's extended show.
This woman left retirement to volunteer at Niagara's COVID-19 vaccine clinics
More than 200 people in Niagara have volunteered to help people get vaccinated against COVID-19. Here's one of them.
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