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The rate of immigrants coming to Hamilton has not kept up with a growth in immigrants coming to Ontario, 2016 census data shows.

A 76-year-old man who survived the natural gas explosion and collapse of his house has been charged with arson, Hamilton police say.

Hundreds of teachers and union supporters gathered at Bay and Wellesley streets on Wednesday, marching and holding signs that called for more academic freedom and a better plan for part-time faculty.

A Hamilton man was taken to hospital last night after shooting himself in the leg in with a crossbow — but investigators say he wouldn’t own up to it.

Niagara regional police say a man is to appear in St. Catharines court today facing charges in a fentanyl trafficking investigation.

Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.

A Texas judge is currently considering the extradition request by Canadian officials for a Hamilton man accused of stabbing his Kitchener ex-girlfriend to death.

Hamilton firefighters rescued an elderly man trapped inside his lower city home after it was demolished by an explosion Tuesday afternoon.

The program comes after electricity bills shot up under the Wynne government. Ontario's energy minister says this won't restore goodwill, but it's the right thing to do.

Realtors are warning that buyers who wait until the new year to jump into the market may not be able to get into the house they're after — having to lower their price range by 15 per cent or more, or look in different neighbourhoods.

Stelco president Mike McQuade will retire at the end of the year after leading the company through a three-year bankruptcy protection process that ended in July.

A Toronto man has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after striking a woman from behind with a vehicle in downtown Hamilton in the summer of 2016.

Niagara regional police are seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect in a sexual assault.

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Accused of first-degree murder in the death of Laura Babcock, Dellen Millard is representing himself and grilling the father of his alleged victim in court.

One of two would-be Hamilton PC election candidates has dropped his court challenge against the party — echoing the party's earlier words that it can nominate whoever it wants.

Niagara police say they are trying to track down a man on a bicycle who allegedly sexually assaulted another man in Niagara Falls this morning.

The municipal election is one year away. We've had LRT, the broken stadium, and that infamous bus lane. Here are 10 achievements of city council this term - or lack of achievement- depending on your perspective.

Niagara police say a man is facing charges following an investigation into break-ins at retirement homes and senior care facilities in Niagara Region.

The Stampeders were completely out of it against Saskatchewan at home, which saw them lose for just the second time all season.They still top this week's rankings, but will need to straighten out some issues in order to fend off challengers.

The Laura Babcock murder trial began Monday, with the Crown alleging the two accused killed the Toronto woman and burned her body in a commercial incinerator.

The alleged head of a northwest Toronto gang is now facing charges of first-degree murder in a 12-year-old Hamilton cold case.

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The long-awaited trial of the two men accused of murdering Laura Babcock is expected to answer many questions, beginning with the most basic — what happened to her?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau marks the third anniversary of the attack at the National War Memorial in Ottawa by calling on Canadians to pay tribute to the soldier who was killed.

Brandon Banks scored two touchdowns, one on a punt return and another in the air, as the visiting Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeated the Montreal Alouettes 43-16 on Sunday afternoon in a game with no playoff implications for either team.

The city's video meant to woo Amazon is just the latest in a long line of videos packaged to show off Hamilton's ambition, its mix of natural beauty and nose-to-the-grindstone industrial efforts.

Police are searching for suspects in 4 weekend robberies on the Mountain.

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Since a large burst of particulate pollution escaped from ArcelorMittal Dofasco, forming a cloud that drifted across some city neighbourhoods over Thanksgiving weekend, the steelmaker has outlined steps towards eliminating eruptions and emissions.

Fifty-two Hamiltonians died of opioid overdose last year — a death rate nearly double the provincial average.

A lower city home was gutted by fire today, officials say, forcing its occupants out of their home.

Environment Hamilton will plant 400 new trees at Windernere Basin Park as a means of improving air quality for Hamilton beach area residents.

The owners of the ailing, world-famous pig are petitioning the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to waive some of its rules on livestock transportation so they can seek medical help in the United States.

A college faculty strike is in its fourth day, and students fear losing their years. Ontario's auditor general blasts Premier Kathleen Wynne's Fair Hydro Plan, saying the premier is "improperly" keeping its debt off the government's books.

There's a wild array of things to do in Hamilton this weekend, including lacrosse and the philharmonic.

Paul Benson, who has lived with multiple sclerosis for more than 40 years, illustrates the logjam happening in many Ontario hospitals. While he waits for long-term care, he hasn't stopped trying to live the fullest life possible.

The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) has identified 1,846 babies admitted to hospital between April 2016 and March 31, 2017, after their mothers used opioids during pregnancy.

Hamilton’s police oversight board will sign up for regular “cultural competency and sensitivity” training after a dispute between some of its members has dragged on for nearly a year.

Calgary put ads on Seattle sidewalks and says it would fight a bear if Amazon chooses it as a second headquarters. Detroit encourages Amazon to "move here, move the world." And Hamilton hopes to lure the online retail giant with a slogan of its own.

The Hamilton Waterfront Trust has sidestepped calls for a forensic audit and more transparency — and says comments scrutinizing the agency are "an insult" to its past and present volunteers.

The possibility of a Canadian city turning into the next Seattle — Amazon's existing home — is tempting, but experts say it's a risky proposition that comes with some drawbacks, like making operations more challenging for local technology companies.

Police are searching for multiple suspects after a robbery at a Love Shop in east Hamilton overnight.

Police are on the lookout for a stolen black Mitsubishi after a man was carjacked on the Mountain overnight, investigators say.

Hamilton city councillors, eager to discourage militaristic white supremacists, are banning anyone who's not a licensed security guard from flexing muscle on city property.

Two men and a 15-year-old girl from St. Catharines are facing charges in a human trafficking investigation in Peterborough, Ont.

Here's a look at the weather you can expect in Hamilton today.

Police are looking for four or five men believed to be involved in three street robberies Tuesday night.

Hamilton will send its bid to be the new home of Amazon via courier Wednesday. But even if the online retail giant doesn't choose here, says the city manager, this hasn't been a waste of money.

Local school boards have fined a school bus company more than $10,000 for the ongoing driver shortage that is still impacting 1,300 students.