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Two people found dead in Mount Hope home
A pair of bodies found in a Mount Hope home are under investigation, and undergoing autopsies Thursday morning.
Alanis Morissette: 10 things to know before her Hamilton Juno weekend
Alanis Morissette will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at this weekend's Juno Awards in Hamilton. Here are a few facts you oughta know about the multi-platinum singer-songwriter, who has won 13 Junos and seven Grammy Awards.
Who should pay for transit? Mayor's citizen's panel struck
It was a narrow vote, but the mayor’s new citizens panel on transit will take a look at which parts of Hamilton pay for HSR on their tax bills too.
Dakota Hart not responsible and Hamilton's bad air: Daystarter Thursday
Here's your news, weather and traffic for Thursday, Mar. 12.
Should Hamilton hire 3 more people to combat bad air quality?
Most politicians at city hall agree that air quality is a priority for Hamilton, but not all of them agree that the city should hire staff to analyze the data and tell them what to do about it.
Should the city license cats? Council debates Wednesday
Council will vote Wednesday night whether to establish a bylaw to license cats - an idea that draws mixed reviews from local animal lovers.
$850K in stolen transport trucks and goods recovered
Over $850,000 in stolen goods and massive transport trucks were recovered on the Mountain early Monday, police say.
10 Junofest sets you need to see this Friday
The mammoth, two-night celebration of Canadian music that is Junofest is about to hit Hamilton, and we want to make sure you’re prepared. So we've picked 10 of the best artists and shows happening on Friday that you should absolutely check out. Music lovers, you’re about to have a crazy 48 hours.
Hamilton man found not criminally responsible in abduction of child
The Hamilton man who was charged with abducting a small child from an elementary school last fall has been found not criminally responsible for his actions.
Canadians must take water security more seriously: scientist
Climate change is binding together energy and water issues and Canada must learn to think about them that way, says the newly appointed Canadian head of an international water institute at Hamilton's McMaster University.
Hamilton police charge 2nd man in Eastgate Square jewelry store robbery
Hamilton Police have charged a second man in connection with the attempted armed robbery at a jewelry store in Eastgate Square in January.
Hamilton paramedics say they are overworked and overstressed
Paramedics in Hamilton are stressed, overworked and dealing with unmanageable patient loads - to the point where the system is “unsustainable,” say local emergency service officials.
'It all comes back to Hamilton': Juno inspired mural by Tom Wilson unveiled
Artist and musician Tom Wilson painted a painting called "The Mystic Highway" to be blown up and hung on the side of the CBC Hamilton building on James Street North during this month's Juno Awards festivities. It was unveiled Tuesday.
Hamilton man, Ken Stone, is crowdfunding his fight with CSIS
Activist Ken Stone has launched a crowdfunding campaign to help him fight a federal government security agency after agents visited him at his home and questioned him about his views on Iran.
Councillors spent $44K on meals, conferences, other expenses in 2014
City councillors spent a combined $44,407.80 last year on airfare, meals, mileage and other expenses while conducting city business, including trips to the Grey Cup and conferences around North America.
More Hamilton pharmacy robberies so far this year than all of 2014
Police are seeking a suspect in at least the eighth pharmacy robbery in Hamilton in less than three months.
Win tickets to Juno Songwriters Circle performance Sunday
CBC Hamilton has four pairs of tickets to give away to Sunday's Juno Songwriters Circle performance.
Alexisonfire reunites for a series of live shows
Alexisonfire, a Canadian post-hardcore band with some Hamilton ties, is reuniting for a series of festivals and shows this year, including performances in Montreal, Toronto, Edmonton and Calgary.
Bruce Cockburn doodles displayed: Daystarter Tuesday
Here's your news, weather and traffic for Tuesday, Mar. 10.
Hamilton's lack of childcare is costing taxpayers: advocate
Hamilton is lagging behind most other cities when it comes to affordable childcare, a local advocate says. And our economy is suffering because of it.
A purple pinstripe suit and more of Hamilton's music legacy displayed
A whack of tickets, backstage passes, posters and other memorabilia from several notable Hamilton musicians are on display in time for the Juno Awards.
No more Pan Am Games tickets for sale until mid-April
Remaining Pan Am Games tickets for July will not be fore sale until mid-April.
Infant boy dies after medical issue reported at Burlington daycare
A 14-month-old boy has died after being rushed to a hospital from a Burlington, Ont., daycare.
Man in critical condition after being stabbed in the head
A 57-year-old man, apparently stabbed in the head, has been taken to hospital in critical condition, according to Hamilton Police. Police responded around 9 a.m. Monday to reports of the stabbing at 192 Hughson Street North.
How to avoid flooding as the snow melts in Hamilton
At long last, the snow and ice is starting to melt. Now there’s a new issue — how to avoid flooding.
Cold February didn't chill Hamilton housing market
Home sales in February were up 14 per cent compared to the same month a year ago. But a "particularly cold February" contributed to an overall dip in home-building activity.
Liens on Tim Horton's Field stadium property won't affect the city
The head of the city’s Pan Am committee says he’s not concerned that a number of subcontractors have liens on the new Tim Horton’s Field stadium property because they haven’t been paid.
A million-dollar penthouse and a century cottage: 2 sides of a hot housing market
What do a century cottage selling for $20,000 above asking and $1.2 million condo penthouse have in common? They’re two sides of a hot housing market in the central city where new developments including a GO Transit station are driving up prices.
Does counselling help deal with sexual assault? Two survivor stories
Overcoming sexual assault can be a difficult and slow journey. The process of healing takes time, and counselling doesn't always help, say two survivors who candidly reveal their stories to CBC News in exclusive video interviews.
Lime Ridge Mall shopper's paintball gun looked like assault rifle: police
Shoppers got a scare on Sunday when a 20-year-old man walked into Lime Ridge Mall with a paintball gun slung over his shoulder, prompting police to confront him at gunpoint.
Hamilton won't be without a major hockey team: councillor
Members of a committee designed to keep professional hockey in Hamilton say they’re not overly worried that the city would be without a major hockey team if the Bulldogs left. Someone would come and take their place.
Women had few job options in the 1950s, says a former head nurse
When Geraldine Mainguy was growing up in Waterdown, there were only three real career options for girls – nurse, teacher and stenographer.
3 new Ontario songs you need to hear this week
It’s that time of the week again – CBC Hamilton reporter Adam Carter is back with his three picks for new Ontario music that you need to listen to this week. Up this week: LeE HARVeY OsMOND, Allegories feat. Meagha and Dan Daly.
5 things to do in Hamilton this weekend
Looking for things to do Saturday afternoon and Sunday? Here are some suggestions that are happening in Hamilton.
Canadiens' AHL team moving from Hamilton to St. John's: reports
According to the Winnipeg Free Press, there's a "strong chance" the Winnipeg Jets will move their AHL affiliate, the St. John's IceCaps, to the MTS Centre this fall, and that a deal has been struck for Montreal to move its AHL club from Hamilton to St. John's.
Pan Am profit plan: Drawing investment from soccer nations
The Pan Am Games aren't just about soccer for Hamilton. The city hopes to use the games as a chance to lure millions of business investment, primarily from seven countries.
Council asks province for additional $300M in new transit plan
Hamilton’s transit landscape shifted yet again on Friday, as councillors passed a new 10-year transit strategy that asks the province to pump about $301 million into expanding HSR bus service.
Charges against Hamilton police officer have been dropped
The details of an "unprofessional" email between police colleagues that has caused a Hamilton Police officer significant "suffering" and "insurmountable" post traumatic stress disorder will not be made public.
Ticats have huge void to fill with departure of Delvin Breaux
Almost two months since his departure, Delvin Breaux continues to cast a huge shadow over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' secondary.
Man charged with weapons offence in Harmanjit Singh death
The man charged in the death of Harmanjit Singh is suspected of several weapons offences, police say.
You can 'walk away' from police, more Dakota Hart details: Daystarter Friday
Here's your news, weather and traffic for Friday, Mar. 6.
Hamilton Police: You have the right to 'walk away'
Hamilton Police have added new wording to public education materials that make citizens' rights clearer in interactions with officers when they're not under investigation.
Pan Am Games: Hamilton has "surplus" of volunteers
Hamilton has amassed 3,074 volunteers for the Pan Am Games. It's more than double thank what they were seeking. Now the trouble is finding work for all the free hands.
61-year-old man spat at younger woman in road rage, police say
A victim of road rage snapped a cell phone photo of a man who tried to fight her for a road rage incident. Police caught the man using a photo of the accused.
New coloured ramps make Hamilton storefronts more accessible
Around Hamilton, there will be 12 fewer doorsteps with inaccessible entrances, thanks to a ramp-building project at the Hamilton Tool Library. Provincial legislation requires buildings to be accessible by 2025.
Court hears assessment of school kidnapping suspect's mental state
New details emerged in a hearing in a Hamilton court Thursday as a judge prepares to decide if a man accused of kidnapping a child from Earl Kitchener Elementary School is criminally responsible for his actions.
Over 900 calls for frozen pipes an unprecedented emergency in Hamilton
Hamilton officials have received more than 900 calls about frozen pipes. A typical winter usually brings about 40. Mayor Fred Eisenberger said in a press conference Thursday the problem is unlikely to improve until next week.
Humane society finds owner of emaciated dog found in St. Catharines
Thanks to an immediate flood of tips, the Lincoln County Humane Society has identified the owner of an emaciated dog found wandering the streets of St. Catharines.
5 pets die in Hamilton east end basement fire
Three cats and two guinea pigs died in a 5 a.m. fire in the city's east end Thursday morning.
Red Hill lawsuit drags on, #shovegate and more: Daystarter Thursday
Here's your news, weather and traffic for Thursday, Mar. 5.
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