BCSep 02, 2025
Thousands of lightning strikes during Labour Day long weekend
The BC Wildfire Service says there were thousands of lightning strikes during the Labour Day long weekend, meaning more fires are likely to be discovered in the coming days.
The agency said there are currently about 165 active wildfires in BC, with about 75 per cent believed to have been started by lightning.
The BC Wildfire Service said about 40 per cent of the fires are out of control, while 20 per cent are being controlled, while another 40 per cent have been contained.
The agency also warned that the potential for new wildfires remains high due to higher than normal temperatures and pr
BCAug 29, 2025
Richmond RCMP warns public about job posters written in Simplified Chinese
Richmond RCMP is warning the public about job advertisement posters targeted to the Chinese community. The posters are written in Simplified Chinese, and posted on various light posts throughout the City.
The job posters advertise various types of employment such as vacation home house-sitter, care giver for the elderly, and tea leaves packager. The posters provide a brief description of the job, and a contact phone number. Investigators have reason to believe that these posters may be used to solicit personal information which may be used to identify potential scam targets.
In one case, a vic
BCAug 29, 2025
Richmond RCMP reminds drivers to slow down as students return to school
As students head back to school this September, Richmond RCMP is reminding drivers and parents to take extra care on the roads.
Richmond roads will be busier this September as many people return from summer holidays and children return to school. Drivers are reminded to allow extra travel time, reduce speed, and avoid distractions by leaving your phone alone while driving. Watch for children and multimodal road users, especially near schools, parks, and residential areas.
According to ICBC data, three children are killed and 402 injured in crashes while walking or cycling in B.C. every year. 5
BCAug 29, 2025
Fort St John RCMP arrest two males and execute search warrant in drug investigation
On August 15, 2025, the Fort St John RCMP Street Enforcement Team completed a drug trafficking investigation with the search of a hotel room near 93 Avenue and 100 Street in Fort St John, BC.
The search followed the arrest of two males that day after they attempted to flee from Police in the parking lot of the hotel. The incident resulted in damage to police vehicles and the suspect vehicle.
Inside the suspect vehicle, Police located drugs, currency and two loaded handguns; one of which had been converted to fire fully automatic.
Police executed a search warrant on the room the males were sta
BCAug 29, 2025
BC Transit services expand in Kamloops
People using transit in Kamloops will see improved and expanded transit options with extended hours of service on several routes starting Monday, Sept. 1, 2025.
“Extending handyDART hours and adding service on statutory holidays means more people in Kamloops will have access to the custom transportation service they rely on when they need it,” said George Anderson, parliamentary secretary for transit. “This expansion supports a more inclusive, connected community and ensures that transit keeps pace with the needs of our growing province.”
To support increasing ridership and convenient
BCAug 28, 2025
First-degree murder conviction by jury in 2017 murder of Nicholas Khabra
Nicholas Khabra, 28, was shot dead in Surrey on October 23, 2017.
In May 2018, the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit with the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, began a joint investigation into the case, during which several suspects were under investigation, including Brandon Teixeira.
Brandon Texeira has now been found guilty of first-degree murder. Connect FM spoke to CFSEU spokesperson Cpl. Sarbjit Sangha regarding the case, she said “obtaining charges against Texeira was not an easy process. She added, “there was an attempt to arrest Teixeira in 2018, but he eluded
BCAug 28, 2025
The sister of a hit-and-run victim issues a video plea for one more witness
On August 30, 2024, 24-year-old Buddy Rhodes’ body was found off to the side of the Coquihalla (Highway #5) near Exit 286 in Merritt, BC. The vehicle and driver that hit him have not been found.
On the one-year anniversary of Rhodes’ death, BC Highway Patrol is releasing the victim’s name while his sister issues a video plea for a witness who could help further the investigation.
View the video: Alix Legouffe talks about the impact that Buddy’s death has had on her family, and what they are hoping will happen next
A collision reconstruction determined that Rhodes was likely hit while s
BCAug 28, 2025
More child care spaces coming to schools throughout B.C.
Families in 12 communities throughout the province are benefiting from 640 new child care spaces on school grounds, expanding access to high-quality child care for young children, as well as before- and after-school care.
“As the new school year begins, hundreds of new licensed child care spaces on school grounds will make a real difference for families as they figure out their routines for the new school year,” said Lisa Beare, B.C.’s Minister of Education and Child Care. “These spaces are the result of strong partnerships with school districts. Together, we’re supporting parents’
BCAug 28, 2025
Police stepping up enforcement ahead of Langley Good Times Cruise-In
Each year, the Langley Good Times Cruise-In brings thousands of visitors to our community to celebrate classic cars and family-friendly fun. Unfortunately, in the past two years, police have observed and responded to large, illegal car gatherings in the days leading up to the event.
These unsanctioned meetups create unsafe conditions for participants, spectators, and other road users. They disrupt residents, generate complaints, and divert police resources from legitimate public safety needs.
The Langley RCMP are making it clear, unsanctioned car gatherings will not be tolerated. Officers will