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BCMay 06, 2026

Kamloops RCMP investigate targeted overnight shooting as homicide

Police in Kamloops are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred overnight, with investigators confirming the case is being treated as a homicide. According to a statement from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, officers have released few details about the circumstances of the shooting, but say early evidence suggests the attack was targeted. Mounties have not disclosed the exact location of the incident. However, police are asking anyone who was in the 200 block of Columbia Street between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. to contact investigators. They are also seeking dashcam footage from the area during
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BCMay 05, 2026

Former Vancouver mayor alleges B.C. cabinet minister under investigation

Former Vancouver mayor Kennedy Stewart says he has been interviewed by federal lawyers regarding what he alleges is an investigation into a British Columbia cabinet minister for possible collaboration with China’s government. Stewart said Premier David Eby and other cabinet members are aware of the matter. He did not identify the minister and did not provide documentation to support the existence or scope of any investigation. The RCMP said it is reviewing a request for comment but did not confirm any investigation. The B.C. government did not respond to a request for comment by publication
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BCMay 05, 2026

Man killed in daytime shooting inside Surrey business complex; homicide team investigating

A man is dead after a daytime shooting inside a business complex in Surrey’s Newton area on Monday, according to police. Surrey Police Service said officers were called at 3 p.m. to the 13000-block of 76 Avenue for reports of a shooting inside the foyer of an office building. When officers arrived, they found a young man suffering from critical injuries. BC Emergency Health Services attempted life-saving measures, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The building houses multiple businesses, including an insurance office and a training centre. Police have not released th
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BCMay 04, 2026

World relay championship: Canada wins Bronze in women's 4X400m

Canada's women's team won the bronze medal in the 4x400m relay at the World Athletics Relay Championships in Botswana. The team also qualified for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. The Punjabi-origin runner from Delta, Jasneet Nijjar was also a part of this medal winning team. The team of Zoe Sherar, Lauren Gale, Jasneet Nijjar and Savannah Sutherland won the bronze medal with a timing of 3 minutes 22.66 seconds. After the medal-winning performance, Zoe Sherar said that the team's goal was to compete better and give a tough fight to the other teams, and the team was confid
BCMay 04, 2026

B.C. to test provincewide emergency alert system on May 6

The British Columbia government says a test of its emergency alert system will be sent to cellphones, television and radio across the province at 1:55 p.m. Pacific time on Wednesday, May 6, as part of Emergency Preparedness Week. According to a provincial news release, the alert will be clearly marked as a test and will not require any action from the public. The message will be pushed to compatible mobile devices and will interrupt broadcast programming on radio and TV. Officials say the test is part of a coordinated national exercise of the National Public Alerting System, which involves fed
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BCMay 04, 2026

One dead, five injured in two-vehicle crash in Delta

One person has died and five others were injured following a two-vehicle crash in Delta on Saturday afternoon, according to police. Delta police said officers were called to the intersection of 118th Street and 75A Avenue at about 3 p.m. Staff Sgt. Mike Whiteley said in a police release that the driver of one of the vehicles was pronounced dead at the scene. BC Emergency Health Services said two people were transported to hospital in critical condition, while three others were listed in serious but stable condition. The injuries were confirmed in a statement from the agency. Images from the sc
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BCMay 04, 2026

Man arrested after alleged unauthorized access to aircraft at Vancouver International Airport

A man is in custody after a reported security breach at Vancouver International Airport early Monday, according to police. Richmond RCMP said the incident occurred at about 4 a.m., when a suspect allegedly gained unauthorized access to a parked aircraft. Police have not confirmed how the individual entered the restricted area or what their intent was. According to an RCMP statement, the man was arrested at the scene and remains in custody as the investigation continues. His identity has not been released. A spokesperson for the Vancouver Airport Authority said the incident did not disrupt airp
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BCMay 04, 2026

Two children seriously injured in Burnaby crash; RCMP seek witnesses and video

Two children are in hospital with serious injuries after a collision involving a vehicle in Burnaby on Saturday, according to police.Burnaby RCMP said officers responded around 12:45 p.m. to a report of a crash involving two pedestrians, identified as an 11-year-old boy and a nine-year-old girl. The incident occurred along Hastings Street, just east of Delta Avenue. Police said the driver of a grey Mercedes sedan remained at the scene. The detachment’s criminal collision investigation team has taken over the file, indicating the seriousness of the incident. In a statement, Cpl. Mike Kalanj s
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BCMay 01, 2026

Police seek witnesses after child assaulted at Khalsa Day event in Surrey

Surrey Police Service says it is investigating an alleged assault involving a child during Khalsa Day celebrations on April 19 in Surrey. According to a police news release, frontline officers responded around 5 p.m. to a report of an assault outside a gurdwara in the 12800 block of 85 Avenue. Investigators say an eight-year-old boy was inside a carnival attraction called “Kreepy Kastle,” set up in the parking lot for the event, when he was allegedly assaulted by two adult men. Police say the child was able to escape and alert family members. He suffered injuries to his neck and was treate

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WorldOct 14, 2026

Energy Cooperation to Be Discussed During Marco Rubio’s Visit to India

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will depart on Saturday for a five-day visit to India and Uzbekistan, the U.S. State Department has announced. During his visit to India, Rubio will discuss energy cooperation and meet with government officials to exchange views on regional and global issues. According to the State Department, his itinerary includes Samarkand in Uzbekistan and Mumbai and Jamnagar in India. The visit comes as efforts to finalize a long-pending bilateral trade agreement between India and the United States have once again stalled. Officials from both countries indicated earlier
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IndiaOct 14, 2026

No One Will Be Spared in Parvinder Jhota Murder Case: CM Mann

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has assured that no accused will be spared in the murder case of Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa. He has issued strict instructions to Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav to conduct a thorough investigation and get to the bottom of the case. Mann said the accused would face strict punishment. He added that if any conspiracy behind the murder comes to light, those involved in planning it would also be held accountable. Expressing his condolences to Parvinder Singh Jhota’s family, the Chief Minister said the loss of a young son was deeply painful and that such an inciden
BCOct 14, 2026

Suspect Sets Fire at Surrey Motel Lobby, Police Seek Public Help

A suspect allegedly set fire to the lobby of the Linda Vista Motel in Surrey on Tuesday morning after threatening staff, according to police. Surrey Police received a report of the incident at around 4:45 a.m. in the 6400-block of King George Boulevard. Police said a young man entered the motel lobby, threatened staff members and then deliberately started a fire. Surrey Fire Services quickly responded and extinguished the blaze. However, part of the motel lobby was damaged in the incident. No injuries were reported. According to the suspect description released by police, the man is believed t
BCOct 14, 2026

Bail Denied to Man Accused of Helping Tumbler Ridge School Shooting Suspect

A U.S. court has denied bail to James Cody Bryant, who is accused of helping the main suspect in the mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge School in British Columbia. During a hearing in a Seattle court on Tuesday, the judge ordered the 30-year-old to remain in custody. According to the FBI, Bryant communicated online with 18-year-old shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar for months through a social media platform, provided financial assistance and helped with several aspects of the attack, including weapon selection. He is also accused of conspiring to livestream the shooting. However, lawyers representing B
BCOct 14, 2026

Surrey Advance Voting Sees Record Turnout Ahead of Municipal Elections

Advance voting for Surrey’s municipal elections is witnessing a significant increase in voter participation, with today marking the third day and tomorrow the final day of advance polling. According to the latest figures, 15,391 people cast their ballots during the second round of advance voting on October 10. This surpassed the highest daily advance voting turnout recorded during the 2022 municipal elections, when 12,560 people voted on the final day. In comparison, 7,788 ballots were cast during the second round in 2022. Among Surrey’s 10 polling stations, Cloverdale Recreation Centre, F