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Updated 2024-11-26 01:15
After crashes, closures and power outages, winter storm ends this morning
Heavy snow mixed with mixed precipitation will end this morning leaving for a slushy and snowy road conditions. The rest of the day expected to remain mostly clear.
5 men arrested after 'firearm incident' at Niagara Falls hotel
Niagara Regional Police say two employees at a hotel were confronted by a man with what appeared to be a gun early Sunday morning.
Ontario hunger report says 1 in 10 Ontarians can't afford a basic standard of living
A new report from Feed Ontario says that more people have been visiting food banks across the province more frequently, including a "concerning" amount of people with full or part time employment.
45 per cent of Hamilton renters living in unaffordable housing, new report says
Rental prices are continuing to rise as people give more of their income to unaffordable housing, says the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton. The non-profit breaks it down in a 15-part series.
Major winter storm hits Hamilton and Niagara, part of QEW closed for fatal crash
Hamilton police and Ontario provincial police are asking that residents avoid travel as freezing rain hits Hamilton and the Niagara region. Here's what the storm is looking like now.
Devan Selvey's mom wonders why it took her son's death for Ontario to tackle bullying
On Wednesday, while introducing new measures aimed at taking on bullying in schools, Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce mentioned Devan Selvey's death as one of the driving factors behind the changes.
Freezing rain warning for Hamilton & Niagara Sunday as winter storm hits
More winter weather is on its way to Hamilton this weekend, as the calendar flips to December and temperatures drop.
5 men arrested after police find cash, drugs and loaded handgun during traffic stop
Police say they pulled a Mazda 3 around 11 p.m. and saw drugs in "plain view." A search of the car revealed heroin, cocaine, fentanyl, Xanax and a firearm.
Expect Canada to be fast and skilled at the World Juniors: Paige Martin
OHL contributor Paige Martin talks about Canada's chances at the upcoming World Junior Hockey Championship and why this tournament matters so much. Martin spoke with NHL star Corey Perry about his time as a world junior player for Canada.
Niagara Region's CAO hiring was 'inside job', provincial ombudsman rules in report
The official provincial watchdog has ruled the hiring of former-Chief Administrative Officer for Niagara Region was an "inside job," and has offered 16 recommendations to improve the municipality's hiring practices.
Mom and son charged with 14 'Under Armour bandit' robberies in Burlington: police
A mother and son responsible for a series of residential break ins, police say, have both been arrested and charged with 14 counts of breaking and entering. One came to be known as the "Under Armour bandit."
Police trying to identify man after indecent act at Hamilton library
The man was standing near a window at Sherwood Public Library when someone witnessed the act around 10:15 a.m. on Nov. 26, according to police.
Hamilton shootings hit 8-year high, part of 'problematic' pattern
Of the 42 times a trigger has been pulled in the city so far in 2019, police say there have been 23 victims and seven deaths.
7 takeaways from the formerly confidential reports into the Chedoke Creek leak
There's a mat of "organic material" about 16 metres wide with an average thickness of about a foot running along the section of the creek bed between the Main King CSO, where the leak happened, and Cootes Paradise.
E-scooters coming to Ontario in January as pilot project launches
The province has announced that its e-scooter pilot project will begin on Jan. 1 — but municipalities will still have to decide whether to allow the devices on municipal roads, parks and trails.
Hamilton mayor and council release apology, reports on Chedoke Creek sewage leak
Mayor Fred Eisenberger and Hamilton's city council have issued a formal apology to residents and released reports related to the untreated sewage leak in Chedoke Creek.
Here's a look inside the facility that leaked 24 billion litres of runoff and sewage
Here's a look at the combined sewage overflow tank that leaked around 24 billion litres of storm runoff and sewage into Chedoke Creek over more than four years.
Council votes to release some, but not all, information about Chedoke Creek leak
Council clashed over the massive sewage leak in Chedoke Creek Wednesday, with members arguing about what exactly they should be apologizing for and whether they should go behind closed doors to get legal advice about what confidential information to release.
Mom with baton and student wielding knife charged in 'schoolyard incident:' police
Both the 38-year-old woman and 17-year-old threatened each other, say police. They were arrested and charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Hamilton man not guilty of 2nd-degree murder in shooting death of Good Samaritan
A jury has found Dale King not guilty of second-degree murder in the shooting death of Good Samaritan Yosif Al-Hasnawi.
Hamilton-Burlington average home price to rise 3.8 per cent in 2020, ReMax estimates
Buyers coming from the Greater Toronto Area are expected to drive demand in Hamilton-Burlington in 2020. They've mainly been drawn to the area due to "higher levels of affordability" than Toronto, as well as "increased GO Train service" to-and-from the region.
Ontario education minister announces new measures to fight bullying in schools
Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced new measures on Wednesday aimed at stemming bullying in schools, including training teachers in de-escalation techniques.
2 women charged after dead body found in advanced state of decomposition: police
Police say they've arrested two women in the Niagara Region after a man's body was found in an advanced state of decomposition.
Action needed now as microplastics accumulate in Great Lakes: McMaster researcher
An Ontario researcher is calling on society to take swift action to solve the growing problem of plastics accumulating in the Great Lakes.
Hamilton among 1st cities to implement 'health team' under Ontario Health
The 'Hamilton health team' will be among the first 24 teams in the province to serve under the super agency of Ontario Health.
Dale King trial: What the jury didn't hear about the death of Yosif Al-Hasnawi
The jury is deliberating whether King is guilty, or not guilty of second-degree murder, or guilty of manslaughter.
Hamilton mayor apologizes for sewage leak, says no cover up intended
Fred Eisenberger says the city's decision not to tell the public the magnitude or duration of the spill was not a cover up.
Man on house arrest charged after picking up girlfriend at police station on stolen motorcycle
A Stoney Creek man who is on house arrest is now facing a host of charges after allegedly picking up his recently-released girlfriend at a police station in Oakville on a stolen motorcycle while carrying drugs.
Meet Matt Thompson, the spirit of Beasley
Matt Thompson organizes potlucks, outdoor coffee events, community jam nights and more. Perpetually on the go, his big question is always "what can I do to help?"
Strong winds expected for Hamilton, Niagara: Environment Canada
A special weather statement has been issued for gusting winds in Hamilton and Niagara on Wednesday.
Man killed in rollover crash on Highway 403 in Ancaster
A man in his 50s was pronounced dead on scene. A 27-year-old man and 26-year-old woman were also transported to hospital with serious injuries, but are expected to survive.
Ontario elementary, high school teachers start work-to-rule campaigns
Ontario's public elementary and high school teachers start work-to-rule campaigns on Tuesday, saying months of contract talks have produced little progress.
Councillors vote to add 5 staff to inspect sewage system, monitor water after spill
The new roles would include four full-time staff to carry out "enhanced inspections" of Hamilton's massive system and one person who would sample water quality at a cost of just under $500,000.
Stuffed bunny found on Burlington, Ont., rooftop after sky-high fall from WWII bomber
The owner of a stuffed rabbit that was sucked out of a vintage plane while it was flying over Burlington, Ont., thought it might take a miracle to find the missing toy. But the missing bunny and its owner will soon be reunited thanks to a pair of HVAC workers and bit of luck.
Convicted drug dealer settles 'malicious prosecution' lawsuit with Hamilton police
A lawsuit filed by convicted drug dealer Andre Gravelle that alleged "malicious prosecution" by Hamilton Police has been settled, the plaintiff's lawyer has confirmed.
Man, 73, surrenders to police after failing to remain at scene of fatal collision
A Hamilton man has turned himself in and has been arrested, police say, in relation to a hit-and-run that killed a 70-year-old woman.
'It hurts': Hamilton Tiger-Cats despondent after dream season ends with a thud
There were no platitudes or silver linings in the Hamilton Tiger-Cats dressing room Sunday after the team fell flat in the Grey Cup final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Lawyers paint 2 portraits of Dale King in final arguments of Yosif Al-Hasnawi case
Loyal friend or gun-toting instigator: who is the real Dale King?
'Is this even the same team?' Ticats season ends in Grey Cup heartbreak for fans
Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans who braved the cold in Hamilton to watch their team play for the CFL championship were left disappointed by their performance. But some are already looking forward to next season.
5 game-changing moments from 107th Grey Cup between the Bombers and Ticats
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers ended a 29-year championship drought by defeating the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 33-12 in the 107th Grey Cup from McMahon Stadium in Calgary.
Homegrown hero Andrew Harris helps Blue Bombers end 29-year Grey Cup drought
Andrew Harris rushed for one touchdown and caught another as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers ended a 29-year championship drought by beating the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 33-12 in the 107th Grey Cup in Calgary.
Discarded cigarette sparks fire above Happy Hourz karaoke bar
Residents living above Happy Hourz Pub in downtown Hamilton were evacuated Sunday after careless smoking sparked a fire in one of the building's apartments.
Police searching for driver of truck that hit and killed 70-year-old woman
The truck is described as a grey 1997 Ford F-150 with silver trim and bumpers. Police say it has a rusted front rim on the passenger side and a white sticker on the rear driver's side window.
Man seriously injured in St. Catharines shooting, police investigating
Investigators say a 31-year-old man suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries after an alternation at a home near Page and Manning Streets.
It was a 5-day party when Hamilton hosted the Grey Cup in 1972
City residents and visitors were treated to country music, a huge hospitality tent and hope for a win at the Canadian Football League's championship game in 1972.
Proposal to import whales from Marineland to U.S. sparks standoff between animal defenders, aquarium
A proposal to import five whales to Connecticut has sparked a standoff between animal welfare groups and an aquarium that says the animals will contribute to its research.
Drought Bowl: Winnipeg, Hamilton look to capture long-awaited Grey Cup victory
From the teams that brought us the Fog Bowl in 1962 and the Wind Bowl in 1965, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Hamilton Tiger-Cats are now preparing for what many are calling the Drought Bowl.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats murals celebrate the team across the city
The 107th Grey Cup is this Sunday, but team pride in Hamilton happens all year long. Here's where you can see Hamilton Ticats love across the city.
Help CBC Hamilton support local food banks with Hamilton Food Share in Sounds of the Seasons
CBC Hamilton is teaming up with Hamilton Food Share to raise donations and support local food banks during the holiday season.
Charges dropped against Niagara officer who shot another officer last year
The Crown has dropped the charges against one of the officers in a shooting involving two Niagara police officers last year.
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