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Author and founder of the nonprofit Strong Towns Charles Marohn addressed a packed conference room at the Kansas Leadership Center in downtown Wichita Tuesday night. “We have two conversations going on right now when it comes to housing,” Marohn said. “In one of these conversations, housing prices must fall. They must fall and they must fall dramatically in order to get people into homes.
Downtown Toronto roadway still closed following streetcar derailment
Road closures are still in effect after a collision involving a vehicle and a streetcar that injured three people in downtown Toronto on Saturday morning. Police said emergency crews were called to the intersection of Frederick Street and King Street East shortly after 9:30 a.m. on June 1 after receiving reports of a crash involving a streetcar.
Female pedestrian in serious condition after being hit by vehicle in North York
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Toronto police say a female pedestrian was seriously injured after she was struck by a vehicle in North York on Sunday afternoon. The accident happened near Greenview Avenue and Finch Avenue West in Willowdale, just after 1 p.m. Police said the woman was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Breaking news from Canada and around the world sent to your email, as it happens.
Markham, Ont., man killed in rollover in Clarington, Ont. | Globalnews.ca
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. A 25-year-old man from Markham, Ont., has died following a collision in Clarington, Ont., early Sunday morning. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said the single-vehicle rollover occurred just after 2:20 a.m., in the northbound lane of Highway 115 at Highway 35.
3 injured in overnight shooting in Hamilton, Ont.; police ask public for help
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Hamilton police are seeking witnesses following a shooting in the city’s Crown Point West neighbourhood that left three people with injuries early Sunday. Officers were called to the corner of Gage Avenue North and Cannon Street East just after 12:30 a.m., after receiving reports of a shooting involving multiple victims.
Durham police investigating triple shooting in Bowmanville, Ont. | Globalnews.ca
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Police looking for male suspect who allegedly groped teen in Milton | Globalnews.ca
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Halton police are looking for an elderly male suspect who allegedly groped a female teen in Milton, Ont., on Friday afternoon. Police say the incident occurred at approximately 3:40 p.m. on May 31, near Child’s and Ledwith drives. During this time, the suspect allegedly approached the 15-year-old victim who was walking her dog and engaged in conversation with her.
3 injured in streetcar-vehicle collision in downtown Toronto
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Three people were taken to hospital following a collision involving a streetcar and a vehicle in downtown Toronto Saturday morning. Officers were called to the intersection of Frederick Street and King Street East shortly after 9:30 a.m. on June 1 for reports of a crash involving a streetcar.
Winning $70-million Lotto Max ticket sold to someone in Ottawa | Globalnews.ca
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. A lucky person in Ottawa has hit the jackpot after purchasing the $70-million Lotto Max ticket. Provincial lottery officials said Friday’s winning $70-million Lotto Max ticket was sold somewhere in the nation’s capital. According to the OLG, Friday night’s winning Lotto Max numbers were 01, 04,18, 19, 23, 28 and 29. The bonus number was 43.
Man in custody after woman stabbed several times in Oshawa: police | Globalnews.ca
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Police investigating overnight arson at movie theatre in Scarborough
GlobalNews home If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Toronto police are investigating an arson at a movie theatre in Scarborough early Sunday morning. Officers were called to a retail complex at 1571 Sandhurst Circle after receiving a call about an arson just before 4:00 a.m. When officers arrived, Toronto Fire was already at the scene and the blaze was extinguished.
Man seriously injured in downtown Toronto dies in hospital; police investigating
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Police have opened a homicide investigation into the death of a man in downtown Toronto who was found Sunday morning with life-threatening injuries and later died in hospital.
Tow truck fire in East York was arson: Toronto police
If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. Toronto police are investigating a tow truck arson that occurred early Sunday in the Thorncliffe Park area. The incident came just hours after two tow trucks were shot at in other neighbourhoods on Saturday night.
Ontario Health Coalition reports on Illegal, Unlawful and Unethical: Case Studies of Patients Charged for Medical Care in Ontario’s Private Clinics
By Pepper Parr May 7th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON I recently had cataract surgery done on both eyes. I had an excellent ophthalmologist. My cost, the amount I had to pay the hospital where the surgery was done amounted to, $440. There was an additional small cost to have the eyes measured. My ophthalmologist didn’t like what she saw in the test results and asked me to return to the clinic in Hamilton to a re-test – at no cost to me.
Driver likely suffered medical episode prior to multi-vehicle collision in Whitby: police
Canada If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen A Durham Regional Police cruiser is seen in this file image. A 79-year-old male has died after a collision in Whitby. Global News A 79-year-old driver died after potentially suffering a medical episode prior to a multi-vehicle collision in Whitby on Friday.
Ontario unveils new plan limiting cellphone use, banning vaping in schools
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Ontario unveils new plan limiting cellphone use, banning vaping in schools
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Man arrested for ‘indecent act’ in front of female minors in Whitby: police
An Oshawa man was arrested after he reportedly exposed and fondled himself in front of female youths in a public area in Whitby, Ont., earlier this month, Durham police say. Durham Regional Police Service said officers responded to a call for a sexual offence in the area of Evergreen Drive and Canadian Oaks Drive just before 5 p.m. on April 5. Police said a male suspect had exposed himself to two girls and began masturbating in public. The man fled the area before officers arrived, police said.
Ontario unveils new plan limiting cellphone use, banning vaping in schools | Globalnews.ca Original
The Ford government announced it is introducing new limits on cellphone use in schools and banning vaping devices in a move to reduce distractions in classrooms and improve the health of children. During an announcement Sunday morning, Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce said the province is implementing a back-to-basics plan that includes some of the strongest measures in the country relating to restrictions on cellphone use and banning vaping in schools.
Toronto police seek suspect accused of setting multiple vehicles on fire
Crime If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen Photo shows one of the vehicles that was set on fire during a rash of arson incidents in Toronto. Ryan Belgrave, Global News Toronto police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person who deliberately lit several vehicles on fire in the city’s Caledonia neighbourhood.
Mississauga man dead after road rage causes 6-vehicle crash: OPP | Globalnews.ca
Crime If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen File photo. Global News A 21-year-old man from Mississauga is dead as a result of a road rage incident that caused a multi-vehicle collision in Innisfil, Ont., Friday evening. Provincial police said they responded a call for a six-vehicle collision around 5:30 p.m. on Highway 400 near Simcoe Road 89 in Innisfil, Ont.
Second-degree murder charge laid after man pushed from Toronto balcony
A man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a man who was pushed from a balcony in downtown Toronto. The incident occurred on April 24, just before midnight in the Church and Shuter Streets area. The victim, who has been identified as 38-year-old Ryan Williams, was pushed from a balcony and landed on scaffolding outside the building, just above street level. Life-saving measures were attempted on Williams at the scene but were unsuccessful.
Female pedestrian struck by vehicle in Vaughan, Ont.
Canada If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen A pedestrian has been injured after being struck by a vehicle in Vaughan, Ont. on Saturday morning. A Toronto Police Service logo patch is shown in Toronto, on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby A female pedestrian in her 30s has been taken to hospital after she was struck by a vehicle in Vaughan, Ont. on Saturday morning.
Man in life-threatening condition after collision with hydro pole in Scarborough
Canada If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen A man is in life-threatening condition after a single-vehicle collision in Scarborough early Saturday morning. Global News A man in his 40s has been rushed to a trauma centre with life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a hydro pole in Scarborough on Saturday morning.
Drivers prepare for a number of major road closures in Toronto this weekend
Drivers in Toronto should prepare for a difficult weekend of getting around the city with several road closures set to take effect. According to the city, there are a number of restrictions and traffic management measures coming into effect over the coming days for critical construction work and events, with some restrictions taking effect as early as Friday.
Suspect arrested after Toronto victim lost over $200,000 in alleged investment scam
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged investment scam in which fraudsters scammed a Toronto resident out of over $200,000 by pretending to be a global asset management company. According to Toronto police, the suspects allegedly placed advertisements with internet search engine providers to promote several fraudulent investments.
Man seriously injured after jumping on subway tracks while fleeing from Toronto police
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after jumping onto the subway tracks at Sherbourne station while trying to run from police. According to police, officers responded to a report of a man assaulting a woman on the subway platform at Sherbourne Station around 12 p.m. on Friday. Police allege the man jumped down onto the subway tracks while trying to flee from responding officers, injuring himself in the process.
Driver killed after striking parked trailer in Mississauga parking lot
Canada If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen Peel police are on scene of a fatal collision in Mississauga. Mark Bray / Global News One person is dead following a single-vehicle collision in Mississauga on Wednesday, according to Peel police.
‘Pretty scary’: Ill Ontario man stranded in Costa Rica finally recovering in Canada | Globalnews.ca
The daughter of an Ontario man, who faced a medical emergency and was stranded in Costa Rica due to a shortage of available hospital beds back home, is relieved that he’s now recovering in Canada. Emma Rice and her father Grant are finally both back in Ontario after the 69-year-old was put on a ventilator earlier this month — an experience that she describes as “pretty scary” for both of them.
53-year-old pediatrician arrested for alleged ‘historic’ sexual assault in Whitby | Globalnews.ca
Durham Regional Police Service have arrested a 53-year-old man from Apsley, Ont. in connection with an alleged ‘historic’ sexual assault. Police say the complainant was employed by the suspect when the alleged sexual assault took place at a business in the area of Taunton Road and Brock Street in Whitby.
Durham police looking for man who allegedly yelled slurs, attacked man with bear spray | Globalnews.ca
Durham police are looking for a suspect after a man was allegedly sprayed with bear spray in a hate/bias-motivated incident in Oshawa, Ont., last month. Police say officers were called to the area of Gibb Street and Stevenson Roud South on March 21 just after 6 p.m., after receiving reports of an assault. Const.
Family of woman killed in Toronto hit-and-run hopes for a lengthy sentence
The family of the 29-year-old woman who was killed in a hit-and-run in Toronto two years ago is hoping the driver responsible receives a lengthier sentence. On Friday in an Ontario court room, the judge ruling over the sentencing of the driver who struck and killed Erin Yoxall, originally from Scotland, said she will give her sentencing in late June.
York University strike ends as union votes in favour of tentative agreement
The union representing about 3,000 striking academic workers at York University voted in favour of accepting the tentative agreement with the post-secondary institution on Friday, bringing an end to a seven-week strike. On Friday afternoon, almost 1,600 members of CUPE 3903 participated in the ratification vote of a tentative Comprehensive Framework for Settlement.
Ontario iGaming wagers hit $17.8 billion in 2023-2024 | Globalnews.ca
As Ontario sports fans eagerly anticipate the kickoff to the NBA and NHL playoffs, a newly-released report is offering insights into the province’s online gaming market, which racked up nearly $18 billion in wagers during the 2023-2024 period.
Ontario reverses UP Express service changes following public outcry
Just a day after announcing adjustments to its UP Express service at two busy stations, the province is rolling back those changes in response to widespread criticism from residents.
Report reveals Ontario for-profit clinics charging patients thousands in unlawful fees | Globalnews.ca
More than 100 patients have come forward to voice their concerns over being charged for care in private clinics in a newly-released report by the Ontario Health Coalition (OHC). A majority of these patients are seniors living on fixed incomes, with the fees imposing significant financial burdens on them.
3 arrested, including 2 youths, in connection with fatal Mississauga shooting
Peel police have arrested two youths and an adult in connection with the fatal shooting of a Mississauga man in January. The shooting took place just after 5 p.m. on Jan. 3, in the area of Battleford Road and Glen Erin Drive. When emergency crews arrived on scene, they located a male suffering from gunshot wounds. This man was rushed to hospital with several gunshot wounds in life-threatening condition. He died from his injuries sustained in the shooting.
Highrise fire near Maple Leaf Square causes afternoon road closures
Fire If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen Toronto fire crews have extinguished a two-alarm fire at a condo building in the Maple Leaf Square area on Monday afternoon. Enzo Arimin, Global News A fire in a downtown Toronto highrise building caused a number of road closures Monday afternoon due to shattering glass and falling debris in the area, according to police.
Ontario man stranded in Costa Rica due to lack of hospital beds at home
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1 person seriously injured after stabbing in downtown Toronto
Crime If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen Toronto police are on scene after a person was stabbed at Bay Street and Dundas Street East on Friday. Adam Dabrowski / Global News One person has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a daylight stabbing in downtown Toronto, police say.
Ontario man stranded in Costa Rica due to lack of hospital beds at home | Globalnews.ca
A Canadian man who suffered a medical emergency in Costa Rica is stuck waiting in a hospital after his family was told no hospitals in Ontario are able to admit him due to a lack of available beds. Grant Rice of Calabogie, Ont., located north of Kingston, was spending his winter in Costa Rica, with a return flight back to Canada booked for May 1. However, the 69-year old’s holiday came to a halt earlier this month when his health took a turn.
‘Magical’ reunion of swan mates in Toronto goes viral | Globalnews.ca
In a heartwarming display of affection, a viral video has captured the loving reunion between a pair of trumpeter swan mates as they reunited after spending several days apart. The pair of birds were separated after Toronto Wildlife Centre (TWC) staff discovered that the male swan was injured earlier this month. TWC rescue team member Sarrah Castillo located the wounded swan swimming in the water near its nest in Bluffer’s Park with blood on its feathers.
Search continues for missing senior with dementia last seen in North York
Toronto police are looking for an elderly man with dementia who was last seen leaving his house in North York to go on a walk more than 24 hours ago. In an update provided on Wednesday, police said Norman Gray, who also goes by Bill, was last seen on Tuesday at about 12 p.m. near Sheppard Avenue West and Torbarrie Road. Police said Grey is 76 years old and is around five-feet-10-inches tall with curly hair and brown eyes.
GTA warrants lead to nine arrests, seizure of drugs, firearm | Globalnews.ca
Nine individuals are facing various charges, and more than $ 2M worth of drugs have been seized, following an extensive investigation into an alleged criminal network importing illegal narcotics into Canada and distributing them throughout the Greater Toronto Area and in other provinces. On Wednesday, Peel Regional Police announced the results of Project Vegas, a collaborative investigation involving several municipal, provincial and federal law enforcement agencies.
Toronto police search for suspect after man fatally stabbed in North York
Toronto police have requested the public’s assistance locating a suspect wanted in connection with the stabbing death of a 51-year-old man in North York over the weekend. Officers say they were called to Bathurst Street and Wilson Avenue around 6:19 a.m on Saturday to reports of a man with serious injuries on the roadway. According to police, there was an altercation between two men in front of a commercial plaza.
3 men charged after fatal Brampton shooting
Three men have been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting in Brampton, Ont., nearly three months ago. Peel Regional Police say the shooting happened in the Stokes Road area just after 7 p.m. on Jan. 18.
Man in critical condition after stabbing at Mississauga plaza: police
Crime If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen A man is in hospital after being stabbed at a plaza in Mississauga Wednesday afternoon. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston A man has been taken to hospital with critical injuries after he was stabbed at a plaza in Mississauga, Ont., Wednesday afternoon.
6 puppies found abandoned in wire cage on roadside in York Region | Globalnews.ca
Canada If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. View image in full screen York Regional Police is seeking witnesses after six puppies were left abandoned at the side of the road in the Township of King. Handout / York Regional Police York police are looking for witnesses after a cage containing six abandoned puppies was located on the side of the road in the Township of King on Tuesday.
Toronto police looking for man who allegedly assaulted officer during demonstration
Crime If you get Global News from Instagram or Facebook - that will be changing. Find out how you can still connect with us. 2:21 Demonstrators allege Toronto police brutality WATCH: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators allege that Toronto police tactics are increasingly restrictive and hostile. Organizers of a weekend protest march said their rights were infringed. One woman was arrested after police said she threw horse manure at one of the officers. Sean O’Shea reports.
Man wanted for alleged kidnapping, sexual assault in Scarborough
A man is wanted in connection with an alleged kidnapping and sexual assault in Scarborough over the weekend, according to police. Police say they responded to a call for a check at an address in the Kingston Road and Rockwood Drive area just after 12 p.m. on Sunday. It’s reported that the suspect abducted the victim and brought her to an address in the area. Police say the suspect attempted to sexually assault the victim and then assaulted her.
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