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Employees work last shift at Diageo's Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ont. Original
Windsor·New There were hugs, tears and frustration outside the Diageo Crown Royal bottling facility in Amherstburg, Ont., as workers left the plant for the final time Wednesday afternoon. The company announced the closure last year Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Feb 25, 2026 4:55 PM EST | Last Updated: 2 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.
Here's why Windsor-Essex paramedics voted 100% in favour of strike action
Windsor·New Paramedics in Windsor-Essex say they are prepared to strike if negotiations with the county fail to produce solutions to their longstanding grievances around staffing, mental health supports and pay equity with other emergency services.
Judge approving Westcourt fire settlement says $7.3M is in 'zone of reasonableness' | CBC News
Windsor·New A judge has approved a $7.3 million settlement in a class action lawsuit over a 2019 fire at the Westcourt Place building in downtown Windsor, capping off a years' long legal process. City of Windsor, which was a tenant in the building, objected to settlement Rajpreet Sahota, Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Nov 03, 2025 5:51 PM EST | Last Updated: 27 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes A $7.3-million settlement has been approved in the 2019 Westcourt Place fire.
New recycling system means residents can't use Herby Curbys, other bins
Windsor Free recycling bins are being distributed to homes across Windsor-Essex. It's part of a switch to a new province-wide system that's supposed to make recycling easier for households — but for a local company in the business of selling carts, it's causing headaches.
Windsor's plasma donation clinic will soon accept blood donors, too | CBC News
Windsor·New Windsor’s new plasma donation clinic will soon be open for blood donations, Canadian Blood Services says. Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Oct 10, 2025 3:53 PM EDT | Last Updated: 26 minutes ago Windsor's plasma donation clinic is expected to open up for blood donations in early winter. (CBC) Windsor’s plasma donation clinic will soon also be open for blood donations, Canadian Blood Services (CBS) says, more than two years after the region's blood donation clinic closed.
As Ontario looks to ban photo radar, Windsor has 5 speed cameras going live in December Original
Windsor·New The City of Windsor has forged ahead with plans to add speed cameras to school and community safety zones — amid word the province wants to ban them. Windsor's mayor says he supports their use as a safety tool, not to generate cash for the city Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Sep 17, 2025 2:41 PM EDT | Last Updated: 3 minutes ago One of Ottawa's photo radar zones is shown in a July 13, 2020, file photo. Five zones are coming to Windsor.
Without a deal, UWindsor security and engineering staff could be on strike for start of classes
Windsor·New As classes are set to resume at the University of Windsor, two groups of employees could be on the picket line if a deal isn't reached before a fast-approaching deadline. Union says contract talks for special constables, engineers have stalled ahead of deadline Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Aug 29, 2025 4:25 PM EDT | Last Updated: 2 minutes ago Manny Cardoso is the financial secretary for Unifor Local 444 and the liason for the union's University of Windsor special constables unit.
Yes, a driver crashed into an Ontario drive test centre. Here's what happened Original
Windsor·New It was the crash that launched a thousand quips — and yes, it really happened. A driver collided with a driver examination centre in southwestern Ontario. No one seriously hurt, police say Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Aug 28, 2025 3:47 PM EDT | Last Updated: 3 minutes ago Sarnia police say the crash happened just before 3 p.m. on Wednesday, and no one was seriously hurt. (Sean Robbins) It was the crash that launched a thousand quips online — and yes, it really happened.
Windsor autoworkers say they feel betrayed by Trump's tariffs Original
Windsor·New News that Trump will impose double-digit tariffs on Canadian imports this week is weighing heavily on the minds of Windsor, Ont., autoworkers and others in the sector. 'It's just bad. It's not fair,' one autoworker said Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Feb 02, 2025 6:47 PM EST | Last Updated: 5 minutes ago An employee at the Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant works on the line assembling a vehicle inside of the region's largest employer.
Impact of Trump tariffs will leave no industry unscathed in Windsor-Essex, chamber says
Windsor·New The automotive, agriculture and manufacturing industries in Windsor-Essex will be hit hard and fast by Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, but if these penalties stick around, ultimately every business and sector in the region is going to feel it. Our 'best friend' has essentially declared 'economic war,' chamber of commerce says Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Feb 02, 2025 6:19 PM EST | Last Updated: 7 minutes ago What’s ahead for U.S.-Canada border-dependent communities?
Minister says he's 'open to working with' Windsor after the city says it's suing over convoy expenses Original
Windsor·New In response to renewed calls for the federal government to cover City of Windsor expenses related to the 2022 Ambassador Bridge blockade, the federal public safety minister said he's open to "working with" the city.
Animal sanctuary searching for sheep on the lam near E.C. Row Expressway
Windsor·New A Dresden, Ont., animal sanctuary is trying to locate — and rescue — two sheep that have been spotted on and around the E.C. Row Expressway in Windsor. 'We need a one-in-a-million rescue to happen twice,' says animal sanctuary founder Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Jul 08, 2024 6:54 PM EDT | Last Updated: 3 minutes ago One of two sheep loose near the E.C Row Expressway in Windsor is shown in a photo posted to Facebook on Saturday.
Ontario trucker found at border with as much as $29M worth of meth sentenced to 12 years Original
Ontario trucker found at border with as much as $29M worth of meth sentenced to 12 years Kerri Breen | CBC News | Posted: June 27, 2024 9:03 PM | Last Updated: Just now Mohamed Ahmed Abdirahman brought 200 kg of methamphetamine across the Ambassador Bridge Image | Trucks lined up at Ambassador Bridge Caption: The bust was the largest methamphetamine seizure for the CBSA in years.
This man recovered from stroke due to early care. But Ontarians lag behind in knowing the signs, poll finds | CBC News
Windsor·New Carmi Levy of London, Ont., was an active 46-year-old in August 2013 when he suffered a stroke, but quick care, thanks to his wife knowing to call 911, helped him work towards a near-complete recovery. A new Heart and Stroke poll, however, indicates Ontarians aren't as aware about signs of stroke as people in other provinces.
Ontario trucker found guilty in 200 kg meth smuggling case Original
Windsor A Mississauga, Ont., man arrested at the Ambassador Bridge in 2019 has been convicted of trying to smuggle nearly 200 kilograms of methamphetamine into Canada. Seizure of meth at the Ambassador bridge was the biggest CBSA had seen in years Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Apr 23, 2024 2:40 AM EDT | Last Updated: 12 hours ago Heavy traffic at Ambassador Bridge is shown in a Aug. 30, 2023, file photo.
'Rain-and-snow sandwich' headed for Windsor-Essex
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'Rain-and-snow sandwich' headed for Windsor-Essex Original
Windsor·New A sloppy mix of snow and rain is on the way for Windsor-Essex, according to forecasters. City getting ready for 'messy mix' on roadways A sloppy mix of snow and rain is on the way for Windsor-Essex, according to forecasters. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says snow is in the cards for Tuesday morning, followed up 15 to 25 millimetres of rain, then flurries beginning overnight and sticking around on Wednesday. In total, up to five centimetres of snow could fall Tuesday.
'Challenging' market prompts Stellantis to re-evaluate auto show participation Original
Chrysler parent company Stellantis says future participation in North American auto shows will be looked at on a case-by-case basis amid headwinds in the auto market. "With a focus on preserving business fundamentals to mitigate the impact of a challenging automotive market in North America, Stellantis is working to optimize its marketing strategy as it relates to auto shows," Stellantis spokesperson LouAnn Gosselin said in a statement to CBC News.
What's open, what's closed and what's happening over the holidays in Windsor
Windsor·New What's open, what's closed and what's happening over the holidays in Windsor Here's a quick look at what's happening in Windsor over the holiday season. Some municipal services will be closed over the holidays Kerri Breen · CBC News · Posted: Dec 25, 2023 4:00 AM EST | Last Updated: 26 minutes ago The Bright Lights display in Jackson Park will be open until Jan. 7.
Grey Christmas? Cloudy skies to hang over Windsor-Essex for the holidays Original
Windsor·New We're in for a gloomy Christmas week with mild temperatures and cloudy skies, according to the forecast. Double-digit highs in store for Christmas Day We're in for a gloomy Christmas week with mild temperatures and a long streak of cloudy skies, according to the Environment Canada forecast. The seven-day forecast shows no sunny days, with highs ranging from 2 C to 11 C. Rain showers are a possibility for Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Muslim youth group serves up meals at Downtown Mission
Windsor·New A Muslim youth group has donated 100 meals — along with more than 450 kilograms of food — to the Downtown Mission as part of a nationwide effort to support those less fortunate. Donation is part of national effort to collect 1 million pounds of food A Muslim youth group has donated 100 hot meals — and more than 450 kilograms of food — to the Downtown Mission as part of a nationwide effort to support those less fortunate.
Electric scooter company Bird Canada says operations not affected by U.S. bankruptcy Original
Windsor·New Electric scooter rental business Bird says its Canadian operations won't be affected by the company's bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S. Windsor, Ont., is among more than 20 cities where the scooters are offered Electric scooter rental company Bird says its Canadian operations won't be affected by the company's bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S. Canadian COO Alex Petre told CBC News that Bird Canada is not part of the filing and Canada "remains a key priority market for the...
'Deepening unemployment crisis' among Iraqi youth prompts $9.9M federal investment
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These girls wanted to bring a bit of Christmas to kids in hospital
Windsor·New Sometimes, kids spend the Christmas holidays in hospital. But Megan Patrick, 7, and Lauren Meadows, 9, wanted to make things feel a little more like home if they do. 500 pairs of Christmas Eve pyjamas were collected for children Sometimes, kids spend the Christmas holidays in hospital. But Megan Patrick, 7, and Lauren Meadows, 9, wanted to make things feel a little more like home if they do.
Windsor police say investors bilked out of nearly $245,000
Windsor Windsor police say six people have been defrauded of nearly a quarter of a million dollars, allegedly by a man who convinced them to invest in a company. Police believe other alleged victims could be out there Windsor police say six people have been defrauded of nearly a quarter of a million dollars, allegedly by a man who convinced them to invest in a company. Windsor police said Wednesday that a 40-year-old man was arrested Tuesday and charged with fraud over $5,000.
'Deepening unemployment crisis' among Iraqi youth prompts $9.9M federal investment
Nearly $10 million in federal spending to support youth in Iraq will ultimately help Canada, International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen says, because the investment supports stability in the region overall. "Our biggest focus in our Middle East strategy is Iraq ... and the way Iraq goes is the way the rest of the region will go," he said. Hussen made the announcement of $9.9 million in funding in Windsor, Ont., on Wednesday at St. Clair College.
Windsor police raid downtown magic mushroom shop for 3rd time Original
Windsor police raid downtown magic mushroom shop for 3rd time | CBC News Loaded Windsor·New A shop in downtown Windsor that illegally sells magic mushroom products has been raided by police for a third time. Officers seized $64,000 in drugs from FunGuyz FunGuyz, a shop in downtown Windsor that illegally sells magic mushroom products, has been raided by police for a third time. Windsor police said the bust took place Tuesday afternoon.
Program pairing police, nurses could be expanded: hospital CEO
Program pairing police, nurses could be expanded: hospital CEO | CBC News Loaded Windsor·New A program that sees nurses from Windsor Regional Hospital paired with police officers responding to substance-related calls in the community could be expanded, the hospital's CEO says.
Windsor police officer who donated to convoy protest to file appeal
A Windsor police officer who donated $50 to freedom convoy protesters is launching an appeal after being found guilty of discreditable conduct, his lawyer says. Through a Windsor Police Service disciplinary hearing process, Const. Michael Brisco was ordered last month to work 80 hours unpaid as a penalty. The hours were to be worked on rest days or vacation days, the decision says.
519 Day celebration a chance to show love for Windsor — maybe with a tattoo | CBC News Original
There's a celebration of all things Windsor this Friday, May 19 — what's becoming known as 519 Day. And as part of the festivities, those who love the city can say so in a permanent way. Heather Thibert of Tall Tide Tattoo is offering Windsor-themed mini tattoos at the event, which is hosted by Windsor Eats. She has a selection of designs to choose from, including the local area code, the city's airport code YQG and other Windsor symbols.
His friends posted his obit but he's still alive. And he's not upset | CBC News Original
For years, Scott Blacklock had made it known he wanted a comedy roast for his 40th birthday. In fact, he says he demanded it. Blacklock said he loves poking fun at others, and also when people make jokes about him. So his friends agreed to make it happen, and the date was set for this Saturday. What the Windsor, Ont., man didn't know is that the roast got underway early.
St. Clair College launches EV technician program as industry revs up
As electric vehicles (EVs) gain momentum, a new program at St. Clair College will help prepare the workforce for the shift. Starting this fall, the school is launching a electric vehicle technician program. "We're very excited about it, and I think it's really going to help the economy with what's coming to Windsor," said Lido Zuccato, the dean of the schools of Engineering Technologies, Apprenticeship and Skilled Trades at St. Clair College.
Drug consumption site 'almost across the finish line,' say councillors against attempt to change course Original
A trio of Windsor city councillors spoke out in support of the city's proposed supervised consumption and treatment services (CTS) site ahead of a Monday council vote that could put the project in jeopardy as the region grapples with an escalating opioid crisis. Speaking in front of the site Friday afternoon as construction crews worked inside on renovations, councillors Kieran McKenzie, Jim Morrison and Fabio Costante said council should stick with its previous decision to support the project.
Cook Store customers feel they've been burned after never getting orders and company goes offline | CBC News Original
A Windsor, Ont.-based online business that billed itself as "Canada's largest cooking store" appears to have abruptly shut down, leaving behind a trail of customers who feel they've been burned. Renu Bakshi of Vancouver turned to the Cook Store website (CookStore.ca) in November to buy a stovetop coffee maker for about $60, including shipping. She still hasn't received it. Bakshi said the retailer was responsive to her questions by email and phone prior to her purchase.
Windsor-Essex school board won't make special list after fiery debate over library books | CBC News
It was a wild school board meeting that involved talk of exotic dancers, and a presenter walking through a horseshoe of trustees carrying posters depicting sex acts. And in the end, Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) trustees resisted the call to put the titles of books in their school system on a dedicated page of their web site so that parents can scrutinize the content.
2 Windsor, Ont., police officers face misconduct charges over alleged Freedom Convoy donations | CBC News Original
A pair of Windsor, Ont., police officers — including one who acknowledges donating to the Freedom Convoy protests over pandemic mandates earlier this year — are facing disciplinary charges. The Windsor Police Service said Tuesday the charges against Brooke Fazekas and Jason Michael Brisco are under the Ontario Police Services Act. The officers' names correspond with entries in a database of Freedom Convoy donors that was made public after the crowdfunding website GiveSendGo was hacked in February.
What's a trustee anyway? Everything you wanted to know about school board elections
When Ontarians head to the polls on Oct. 24, they won't just be choosing their next batch of municipal representatives — they'll also be voting on school board trustees. School trustees serve on Ontario's 72 school boards. They keep administration accountable and shape policy that affects the educational lives of some two million students in the province. While trustees may share a ballot with municipal politicians, the work they do doesn't share the same high public profile.
'Fight hate with love:' TikTok-famous picnic tables vandalized, repaired twice
In a story viewed on TikTok more than a million times, a rainbow picnic table that had been burned and vandalized is repaired and repainted with a poignant message: "love wins." It happened at a park in Dresden, Ont., a community of about 2,400 in Chatham-Kent. The table was one of several, on various themes, that volunteer artists came together and painted through the community organization Dresden Shines earlier this summer.
Here's who's running in the municipal election in Windsor Original
Windsor residents, here are your options. With a deadline Friday afternoon for municipal election candidates to file their nomination papers, we're a step closer to learning who will represent you at city council next term. As you consider how to cast your ballot in the Oct. 24 vote, here's a look at who's running and how the race is shaping up so far.
From trash to treasure, recyclables are being sold for top dollar. That's good news for collection
In a win for agencies that run curbside recycling programs, materials like plastic, cardboard and aluminum have gone from trash to treasure on the markets. The shift has led to a big windfall for the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) in southwestern Ontario. "We're seeing increased pricing across the board, so both in fibre and in metal as well as plastics," said Michelle Bishop, general manager of the EWSWA.
The municipal vote is 4 months away. Here's how mayoral races in Windsor-Essex are shaping up
Four months from now, Windsor-Essex residents will be heading to the polls once again in municipal elections that are guaranteed to bring change to the local political landscape. That's because mayors Aldo DiCarlo in Amherstburg, Marc Bondy in LaSalle and Nelson Santos in Kingsville are not seeking re-election. In an interview, DiCarlo said he's not running again after eight years as mayor in order to spend more time with his family.
Windsor-Essex rescinds 3-week delay on arrival of agriculture workers
Windsor-Essex rescinds 3-week delay on arrival of agriculture workers | CBC News Loaded Windsor·Breaking The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) is walking back its plan to stop the arrival of temporary agriculture workers amid the Omicron surge.
COVID-19 has been deadlier in Windsor-Essex than most parts of Ontario. Here's why
In Windsor-Essex, the pandemic has been deadlier than nearly any other part of Ontario, statistics indicate. A nurse holds a swab before testing a patient for COVID-19 during a demonstration of the drive-thru centre at the National Arts Centre on Nov. 18, 2020, in Ottawa. According to provincial data, only Toronto is ahead of Windsor-Essex in COVID-19-related deaths per capita.
Essex candidates weigh in on Line 5, health care and protecting migrant workers
With the Sept. 20 federal election just days away, CBC Windsor is checking in with those vying for your vote about the topics that matter to you. We took some of your top concerns to candidates in the Essex riding. Here's what they had to say. (Elections Canada) Local candidates are weighing in on the topics that matter to you in this election. Ahead of the Sept.
Windsor-Essex youth vaccination rate lags as public health looks to move the needle
Youth in Windsor-Essex have been eligible to get their COVID-19 vaccine since late May, but the vaccination rate is still lagging far behind the rate for adults. A pop-up vaccination clinic was held in downtown Windsor on Tuesday with the aim of providing low-barrier access to COVID-19 vaccines. (Sanjay Maru/CBC) At an outdoor pop-up clinic in downtown Windsor this week, newly vaccinated youth were looking forward to the future, and things getting closer to normal.
A year later, Caesars Windsor remains closed — and the stakes are high | CBC News
Aside from a brief reopening in the fall, the facility has been shut down throughout the pandemic, leaving its thousands of employees in a holding pattern. Caesars Windsor and other casinos were closed by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation on March 16, 2020. (Chris Ensing/CBC) A year into the pandemic, many businesses in Windsor-Essex have reopened under a new normal.
2 rescued from fire at home in downtown Windsor
Two people were rescued from a fire on Church Street on Sunday night, according to Windsor's fire department. Windsor fire responded to a blaze at a home on Church Street on Sunday, Feb. 7. (Tom Addison/CBC) Two people were rescued after a home caught fire on Sunday, according to Windsor's fire department. Firefighters responded to a blaze at a home on Church Street, between Park Street and Karl Place, Windsor Fire & Rescue Service reported in a series of tweets starting at around 9:30 p.m. Sunday.
COVID-19 second wave hits Sarnia, Chatham-Kent as case counts surge
Coronavirus counts have risen sharply in both areas, sparking widespread concern. The COVID-19 case count has doubled for Chatham-Kent and tripled for Sarnia in the last month. (Adrian Wyld/Canadian Press) For much of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a world of difference between Windsor-Essex and its closest neighbours, Lambton County and Chatham-Kent.
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