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Hamilton man, 40, faces murder charge after roommate's death at residential care facility
Hamilton police have arrested and charged a 40-year-old Hamilton man with second-degree murder after the death of David Fugler.
Why was there a call out for non-union workers for an Ontario government ad? ACTRA actors want to know
ACTRA members say call-outs for non-union actors undermine them and raise questions about the Ontario labour minister's promise to look into the concerns of union members.
How badminton helped this Burlington, Ont. Olympian adapt to Canada and start a family
For Adam Dong, badminton is more than just the sport he played at the Olympics in Paris. It's the sport he's been enamoured with since he was a child, the thing that helped him overcome the culture shock of immigrating from China, and the reason he met his wife.
St. Catharines' Moh Ahmed has appeal denied after getting tripped in Olympic men's 5,000m heat
An appeal submitted by Canadian distance runner Moh Ahmed was rejected Wednesday shortly after the reigningOlympic silver medallist in the men's 5,000 metreswas trippedlate in his first-round heat in Paris.
Mayor directs staff to deliver plan on sanctioned encampments offering tiny homes to unhoused Hamiltonians
As a growing number of people face no other housing option other than to pitch tents in parks, Mayor Andrea Horwath directed staff, Tuesday, to come up with a plan.
From promise to pain, Canadian men's basketball team endures all-too-familiar fate in Paris
This Canadian men's basketball team was supposed to be different. Instead, the same old story unfurled in Tuesday's 82-73 quarterfinal loss to France at the Paris Olympics.
Death of Hamilton man, 46, being investigated as homicide after autopsy: police
Hamilton police say the death of a 46-year-old man over the weekend is now being investigated as a homicide.
Canada's Sharp, Henderson ready for 'electric atmosphere' at Olympic golf tournament
For a third straight Games, Alena Sharp, of Hamilton, Ont., and Smiths Falls, Ont.'s Brooke Henderson will represent Canada in the Olympic women's golf tournament. Action begins Wednesday at 3 a.m. ET and continues through Saturday's final round.
Hamilton man, 63, dead after Sunday apartment fire near Stoney Creek
A 63-year-old Hamilton man has died after a fire on Sunday morning near Stoney Creek, according to police.
Delhi, Ont. hockey star Marek Vanacker signs 1st NHL contract with Chicago Blackhawks, team says
Delhi'sMarek Vanacker is about to begin what the Chicago Blackhawks hope is a long and successfulNHL career.The team announced Monday that he signed a three-year entry level contract.
'Smarten up' mayor says to thousands of fans who crashed Billy Talent concert in Port Colborne, Ont.
Niagara Regional Police Service says several thousand people pushed through the fences at a free Billy Talent concert in Port Colborne, Ont., on Saturday.
Looking for a job in the food service industry? Your race, immigration status and appearance could decide
Aforthcoming study has found that hiring bias exists for many managers, with a candidate's race, country of origin, immigration status, Indigeneity,gender and physical appearance being among the deciding factors.
Criminals have shifted from fentanyl imports to Canadian-made product, Hamilton police say
Organized crime groups have shiftedtheir efforts away from importing the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl and are now producing it primarily on Canadian soil.
This year's Festival of Friends was 'best year so far' in 48-year history, organizer says
The Festival of Friends welcomed thousands of people to Gage Park in Hamilton over the August long weekend, with organizers calling itthe "best" festivalin their near 50-year history.
Pedestrian, 67, killed in Hamilton Mountain crash
A 67-year-old man has died following a collision involving a motorcycle on Mountain Brow Boulevard on Sunday, Hamilton police say.
For beach lifeguards, keeping you safe is a huge responsibility and massive passion
Eleven years into her career as an open-water lifeguard, Stephanie Harding can't turn off the instinct to be constantly vigilant and scanning the waters for potentially weak swimmers.
Artists were sold on the 'top-of-the-line,' affordable studio space. Now they face a surprise eviction
Artists who work out of an affordable studio space in central Hamilton say they have less than two weeks left before they're forced to vacate the premises when they thought they had until next year.
Why a 4th-place finish in 10,000m meant as much to Moh Ahmed as 'most Olympic medals'
The Olympic men's 10,000-kilometre record had stood since 2008. But on Friday, in one fell swoop, 13 different athletes went faster. Canada's Moh Ahmed, painfully, missed the podium in fourth.
After fire at residence, Hamilton YMCA is rethinking how it helps people facing homelessness
The fire at the YMCA in Hamilton's downtown branch last month is promptingthe charity to rethink how ithelps people experiencing homelessness in the city, according to its chief executive officer.
Conversations about climate change can quickly go south. Here are 6 ways to make them better
Conversations about climate change can get really uncomfortable, really quickly, whether they're happening in a meeting room or at your family's annual summer barbecue. Applying conflict resolution principles can make those climate conversations go better.
Defending champ Canada falls on penalties to Germany in women's soccer quarterfinal
The Canadian women's soccer team's memorable run at the Paris Olympics ended Saturday with a quarterfinal loss to Germany at Stade de Marseille.
Tornado database from Environment Canada archives offers new twist on storm chasing
A trove of documents detailing more than two centuries of tornado events in Canada is now available to anyone with an internet connection, thanks to the work of the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) and former Environment Canada meteorologist Michael Newark.
Beloved Hamilton comic book store closes amid rent hike — but owner says he'll be back
Piles of bright comic books line the walls as Gary Burton feels his way aroundhis Hamilton store,attempting to pack up his business of over 30 years. The 62-year-old, who has lost most of his vision,is being evicted but is hopeful he'll open Burdin's Comics somewhere else soon.
42 men return to units at downtown Hamilton YMCA after fire
After 11 days of uncertainty, 42 men displaced by a fire at the YMCA in downtown Hamilton got to return to their units on Friday afternoon.
St. Catharines' Mohammed Ahmed nabs 4th place in Olympic athletics
Canada's Mohammed Ahmed goes for gold in the men's 10,000m final as part of the day's athletics action from Stade de France.
Canadian goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo says players are closer than ever, despite Olympic spying scandal
D'Angelo, who hails from Welland, Ont., told CBC Hamilton despite the controversy, Canada's women's team has had a 'special week' as they beat the odds to make it to the quarterfinal.
Hamilton's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Team Canada beat Spain in Olympic men's basketball
Canada's men's basketball team remains perfect at the Paris Olympics after narrowly defeating Spain 88-85 to close out group play on Friday.
Community centre in Jarvis, Ont., says far-right group Diagolon misled venue when it booked event
The management board of a community centre in Jarvis, Ont., says it was misled by a far-right group that held an event in its space on Wednesday evening. A resident of nearby Port Dover "was enraged" that Diagolon was "so present in the community."
Six Nations 'Amazon of craft stores' celebrates 65 years in business
Sixty-five years ago, Buck and Bunny Spittal opened Iroqrafts in a small one-room shop constructed from plywood in Six Nations of the Grand River.
What to do in Hamilton and area this long weekend, Aug. 1-5
There are many activities for Hamiltonians to enjoy this civic holiday long weekend. Learn more about different events and festivals happening all weekend.
Niagara Falls QB Tre Ford to make his 1st start of CFL season for Edmonton Elks
Different season, same situation for Tre Ford. The Canadian quarterback will make his first start of 2024 on Saturday night when Edmonton (0-7) visits the Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-2). Ford, of Niagara Falls, Ont., started his first game last season after the Elks had dropped eight straight.
Sex Workers' Film Festival — a 1st in Canada — aims to inspire empathy, says Hamilton organizer
Organizer Jelena Vermilion says both sex workers and members of the public are invited to the inaugural event. 'When sex workers aren't being displayed as murder victims or as criminals or victims on the screen, it really allows people to engage with their humanity at a deeper level,' she says.
Mohawk College to expand in Burlington, Ont.
Mohawk College says itwill set up new learninghubs and campuses in Burlington, Ont., over the next several years. The expansion will help address healthcare shortages, a growing need for people in trades and the tech sector, and plans to launch a school of climate action, the college said.
Hamilton man, 36, arrested in shooting death of Tito Kelly
A Hamilton man has been charged with manslaughter after the 2023 shooting death of Tito Kelly, according to police.
'Tenacity and will' guided Eleanor Harvey's lifelong journey to milestone fencing medal
Canadian fencer Eleanor Harvey's Olympic bronze medal marked the culmination of nearly two decades of work in the sport. She'll compete once more in Paris in the team foil event when Canada takes on France in the quarterfinals on Thursday. But her journey wasn't always easy.
Hamilton under heat warning with outdoors expected to feel like 40 C
Hamilton's medical officer of health has put the city under a heat warning as it's expected to feel like a sweltering 40 C outside.
More West Nile virus found in Hamilton region, this time in Caledonia
Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit says itfound the virus in a pool of mosquitoes collectedon July 25.
Robbie Robertson L.A. tribute to feature Elvis Costello, Allison Russell and Hamilton's Daniel Lanois
Elvis Costello, Allison Russell and Hamilton's Daniel Lanois are among the musicians set to celebrate Robbie Robertson's legacy at a concert supported by his friend Martin Scorsese.
Welland's Sabrina D'Angelo and Team Canada beat Colombia in Olympic women's soccer
The Canadian women's soccer team defeated Colombia 1-0 on Wednesday to advance to the knockout round at the Paris Olympics, capping a tumultuous group stage marked by controversy after a drone spying scandal.
Canada's fencing community hopes Eleanor Harvey's Olympic medal will spur more interest and funding
Canada's fencing community is celebrating after Eleanor Harvey won the country's first Olympic medal in the sport -and is hoping it will lead to a boost in support for athletes.
Hamilton's Arber Xhekaj signs 2-year deal worth $2.6M US with the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens have signed restricted free agent defenceman Arber Xhekaj to a two-year, US$2.6-million contract, the club announced Tuesday
Be on the lookout for another northern lights display this week
The sun has been very active over the past few days, which means that, if all goes well, Canadians may once again see the night sky erupt in a multitude of colours.
Hamilton refused to fix flooding stormwater channel for 23 years, now must pay $3M in damages
For decades, the city wouldn't repair its own Kenilworth Avenue drainage channel even after National Steel Car complained of floods on its property, causing millions of dollars in damages and shutting down work.
New Hamilton Community Foundation CEO excited to work 'with and for Hamilton'
It's a tough time for many people in the city, and the incoming CEO of the Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF), wants you to know his team gets that.As he steps into the top leadership role at the HCF, Wallace said he's excited to address those needs working with and for Hamilton and Hamiltonians."
Hamilton's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Team Canada beat Australia in Olympic men's basketball
RJ Barrett had a game-high 24 points as the Canadian Olympicmen's basketball team improved to 2-0 with a 93-83 victory over Australia onTuesday in Lille, France.
Hamilton man, 19, charged after hit and run leaves cyclist in life-threatening condition
Ontario Provincial Police say a19-year-old man from Hamilton has been charged after a hit and run that left a cyclist in critical condition.
West Nile Virus detected in mosquitoes in Hamilton
West Nile has been found in mosquitoes in Hamilton for the first time this year, according to Hamilton Public Health Services.
Tenants fight back as landlords seeking own-use evictions rise 85% in Ontario
In the midst of a national housing crisis, an increasing number of tenants are caught in a battle with an increasing number of landlords who say they need to repossess their rental properties for their own use.
Lauren Coughlin wins 2024 CPKC Women's Open in Calgary, Hamilton's Alena Sharp tied for 14th
Lauren Coughlin won the 2024 CPKC Women's Open on Sunday, claiming her first LPGA Tour title.
Marathon combined with chess: Sailor Sarah Douglas on how she aims to navigate her boat to Olympic podium
Burlington, Ont., native sailor Sarah Douglas came within spitting distance of the Olympic podium three years ago in Tokyo, now she heads into Paris with three years more experience and tactical savvy, and with confidence that she can break through old plateaus.
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