62 m. ago Edmonton weather: Slightly cooler temperatures settling in, but still warmer than normal

A look at Monday’s Edmonton weather from Environment Canada. It’s -1 C at the Edmonton Blatchford weather station with 6 km/h winds out of the northwest and a -4 wind chill. The weather over the weekend sure felt like spring, and it was nice to see us endure a nice little thaw. As you start […]

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80 m. ago Ontario Highway 407 is free during rush hour for this entire month

Ontario drivers are getting a break on the ever-rising cost of living in the province and will get free access to Highway 407 ETR during rush hour throughout the month of March 2025.The private operators of the tolled highway route announced that, from March 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, Ontario drivers will be able to use the 407 toll-free on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and/or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.But there are some things you might need to know first.Who is eligible?Personal vehicles with Ontario licence plates can access this promotion, while private truck traffic and other heavy vehicle transponders are not eligible for this offer.What is covered?Throughout this promotion, motorists will have toll charges, trip toll charges, camera charges, and applicable account fees waived and replaced by a promotional credit on bills. Transponder lease fees will continue to apply for motorists who lease the devices.How to get in on the promotionTravel will be free during weekday rush hou...

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82 m. ago Ontario Liberals back Bonnie Crombie as leader despite election loss

Former Mississauga mayor led Liberals back to official party status at Queen's Park for first time since 2018

Politics

15 h. ago Bo Bichette homers as Blue Jays edge Phillies in Grapefruit League play

DUNEDIN — Bo Bichette had two hits including a home run, Philadelphia pitcher Konnor Ash walked in the winning run, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Phillies 5-4 Sunday in spring training action. Phillies reliever Griff McGarry started the bottom of the seventh inning by surrendering singles to Leo Jimenez and Matt Whatley. A […]

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15 h. ago Miami Beach mayor says no to getting back together after breaking up with spring breakers

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Miami Beach broke up with spring break last year and city leaders still aren’t interested in couples counseling. Officials recently announced they were bringing back enhanced security measures for practically the entire month of March, including parking restrictions and increased fees for nonresidents. The new rules were introduced last year after […]

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16 h. ago Wayne Gretzky breaks his silence to call Maple Leafs birthday boy Max Domi

  Wayne Gretzky has been in demand to speak publicly the past weeks, but a few words to Max Domi this weekend meant the world to the Maple Leafs forward.  Chatting with the media in Pittsburgh on Sunday afternoon after his first-period goal was part of an eventual 6-5 overtime Toronto win, Domi revealed that […]

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16 h. ago Maple Leafs’ Max Domi: Wayne Gretzky ‘makes me so proud to be Canadian’

  Wayne Gretzky has been in demand to speak publicly the past weeks, but a few words to Max Domi this weekend meant the world to the Maple Leafs forward.  Chatting with the media in Pittsburgh on Sunday afternoon after his first-period goal was part of an eventual 6-5 overtime Toronto win, Domi revealed that […]

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18 h. ago Madison, Chalamet, Deadwyler and more: Oscars red carpet sure to include stunners

NEW YORK (AP) — Oscars glam got off to a strong start Sunday with both subtle and bold displays of glam as fans anticipated the arrivals of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Julianne Hough kicked things off in an elegant light beige ethereal look straight off the Christian Dior spring 2025 runway. Joan Chen also went fairy-like […]

Events

23 h. ago Emergency on the floor: Alberta lawmakers face off over Trump tariffs — what’s next at critical crossroads

Alberta lawmakers — ruling UCP and Opposition NDP — took a break from daily crossfire this week for a marathon emergency debate about a thorn in the flesh for everyone: tariffs. There was general agreement on one thing: U.S. President Donald Trump abandoning the carrot of friendly goodwill for the stick of tariffs on Canadian […]

Economics

26 h. ago Disrupting the Peace: On a B.C. ranch, fracking earthquakes rattle a way of life

Bo Hedges’ parents have lived on their ranch north of Fort St. John, B.C., for close to 50 years, running the Dead Horse Creek Cattle Company on the property where a natural spring bubbles up near their log home. It sounds peaceful — but Hedges said earthquakes triggered by natural gas industry operations are “stressing […]

Culture

35 h. ago Miami Beach mayor says no to getting back together a year after breaking up with spring breakers

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Miami Beach broke up with spring break last year and city leaders still aren’t interested in couples counseling. Officials recently announced they were bringing back enhanced security measures for practically the entire month of March, including parking restrictions and increased fees for nonresidents. The new rules were introduced last year […]

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40 h. ago Player grades: Have Edmonton Oilers finally found the solution? Beat Canes 3

The Edmonton Oilers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 with an outstanding defensive effort, breaking a five game losing streak. Have the Oilers finally found the solution to their recent woes. They certainly did so in this one game, rediscovering many of the solid defensive habits they had lost in the last month. Connor McDavid. He […]

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41 h. ago Starmer to Urge Europe to Face New Reality After Zelenskiy Talks

Keir Starmer will tell European leaders that they need to face the “brutal reality” and increase defense spending, as the British prime minister sought to use his line into the White House to keep the trans-Atlantic alliance from breaking apart over Ukraine.

Politics

46 h. ago Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo launches political comeback with a run for New York City mayor

NEW YORK — Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday that he is running for mayor of New York City, relaunching his political career following a yearslong exile over a barrage of sexual harassment accusations.  In a video announcing his campaign, Cuomo pitched his return as a way to pull the city from social […]

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59 h. ago Eclectic Toronto house with views of the lake on sale for $5 million

Tucked away in The Beaches, 2 Park Avenue isn't just another luxury home — it's a slice of Toronto history wrapped in modern elegance.Originally built in 1911, this house has seen it all, explains listing agent Roxane Bryce. From its early days as an investment property in the late 19th century to housing prominent members of Toronto's Jewish community in the 1920s and 1930s, 2 Park Ave. has more stories than your average history book.The living room. It was once home to David Abramowitz, a businessman and key figure in the Toronto Zionist Organization, who, along with his wife Sarah, actively helped Jewish immigrants settle in Canada.Tons of windows make for a bright space. Over the years, the four-bedroom, five-bathroom home has played host to teachers, lawyers, and even a professor of plumbing who took his expertise to Malaysia.The breakfast area. Fast forward to today, and this 4,600-square-foot home has been completely reimagined, but ha...

Economics

63 h. ago Lethbridge business leaders, politicians react to 2025 Alberta budget

From health care to education, Lethbridge's mayor and business leaders are looking into the effects the 2025 provincial budget will have on the city.

Politics

65 h. ago Grass fire breaks out as City of Lethbridge issues fire ban for Oldman River valley

Hot, dry weather and lack of snow has prompted the city of Lethbridge to issue a fire ban for the Old Man River valley.

Events

66 h. ago Albertans to get promised tax cut in Budget 2025 — here's what it means

Albertans can expect to see a tax cut starting this summer after the government released Budget 2025 on Thursday. The income tax cut, which was promised during the spring 2023 election, is being introduced amid a projected $5.2-billion deficit for the fiscal year, with future deficits of $2.4 billion and $2 billion expected in the […]

Economics

67 h. ago 'You could call it equalization': Mayor critical of Calgary's high share of education property tax requisition

While Edmontonian homeowners will likely see a $92 hit to their property tax bill, Calgarians who own a $700,000 home will likely see a $239 increase.

Economics

69 h. ago Premier Danielle Smith talks about budget’s income tax cuts for Albertans

The tax break was first promised in the 2023 election, and could save individuals up to $750 per year.

Economics