2 h. ago Canada 3, Argentina 0: A dominating performance, but ‘there’s work to do’

The Canadian women start down the road for World Cup qualifying undefeated in the Casey Stoney era

Other

5 h. ago B.C. government takes heat as credit ratings downgraded again over deficit and debt

In downgrading the province, two credit rating agencies pointed to B.C.'s ballooning debt and multi-billion dollar deficits forecast annually into the near future. 

Economics

7 h. ago U.S. man mistakenly deported to El Salvador prison must be returned, judge tells Trump admin

The ruling rejected the White House claim that it lacks the power to retrieve Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national, because he is no longer in the U.S.

Events

7 h. ago U.S. must return Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador jail: Judge

GREENBELT, Md. — A federal judge on Friday ordered the Trump administration to arrange for the return of a Maryland man to the United States after he was mistakenly deported to a notorious El Salvador prison, while a U.S. government attorney was at a loss to explain what happened. The ruling rejected the White House’s […]

Other

7 h. ago New road, pathway closures coming as part of Sunnyside Flood Barrier project

The City of Calgary will be closing the eastbound lanes of Memorial Drive and some pathways near the Peace Bridge starting on Monday for the next phase of the project.

Events

8 h. ago Construction disruption: Major intersection closures for Edmonton Valley Line LRT starts this month

Time spent travelling between Downtown and the west end will soon be longer for many Edmontonians, with some major intersection closures and reduced lanes on busy routes starting this month. More intensive road construction is planned along the west leg of the Valley Line LRT from mid-April to November in three phases. Jonathan Cox, construction […]

Politics

8 h. ago Construction disruption: Major roadwork, closures for Edmonton Valley Line LRT start this month

Time spent travelling between Downtown and the west end will soon be longer for many Edmontonians, with some major intersection closures and reduced lanes on busy routes starting this month. More intensive road construction is planned along the west leg of the Valley Line LRT from mid-April to November in three phases. Jonathan Cox, construction […]

Politics

9 h. ago City of Hamilton employee hit by car and killed while doing road work

A second city worker suffered minor injuries in the collision and was taken to hospital

Transport

11 h. ago After the Whitecaps, Toronto FC faces another tough test in visit to Inter Miami

One week after holding the Western Conference-leading Vancouver Whitecaps to a scoreless draw at BMO Field, winless Toronto FC hits the road to take on league-leading Inter Miami on Sunday. Miami (4-0-1) and Lionel Messi top the Supporters’ Shield standings, 11 points and 25 places ahead of TFC (0-4-2). “Certainly another huge, huge test for […]

Other

11 h. ago Trump administration rolls back forest protections in bid to ramp up logging

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration acted to roll back environmental protections around future logging projects on more than half of U.S. national forests under an emergency designation Friday that cites the dangers of wildfires. Whether the move will boost production remains to be seen. Former President Joe Biden’s administration also sought to […]

Politics

13 h. ago Trump abruptly fires general who headed National Security Agency

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has abruptly fired the director of the National Security Agency, according to U.S. officials and members of Congress, but the White House and the Pentagon have provided no reasons for the move. Senior military leaders were informed Thursday of the firing of Air Force Gen. Tim Haugh, who also oversaw […]

Events

13 h. ago Police who started cold case podcast find woman’s remains after 42 years

Karen Schepers and her yellow Toyota Celica went missing around 1 a.m. on April 16, 1983, after leaving a bar following a night out with co-workers.

Events

14 h. ago HGreg and Polysleep Team Up for an Unforgettable April Fools and Reach 2 Million People

MONTRÉAL — HGreg and Polysleep hit the mark this year with an original collaborative effort for April Fool’s Day. The two Québec companies presented a fictitious product: an innovative pillow for cars, available in child and adult sizes, promising maximum comfort when taking nap breaks on the road. This unusual product was featured on both […]

Economics

14 h. ago The LFP Podcast, ep. 206: Is this the most interesting local federal election race?

Rachel Gilbert spoke with Brian Williams, who reported that departing Conservative MP Karen Vecchio won't endorse Andrew Lawton

Politics

15 h. ago 2nd phase of construction to begin on Regina’s Dewdney Avenue corridor

Regina residents will soon be faced with the familiar disruptions of construction along Dewdney Avenue, but despite the road closures local shops in the area remain open.

Other

15 h. ago The LFP Podcast, ep. 205: Examining the turmoil at London Transit

Rachel Gilbert spoke with Jack Moulton about the abrupt takeover of London Transit by city council, and what the future may hold

Other

16 h. ago Trump reportedly fires National Security Agency director as top Democrats protest

Earlier Thursday, Trump said he had fired 'some' White House National Security Council officials

Events

18 h. ago Oxford Road and Edison Research Publish Landmark White Paper Defining Podcasting for the Future

“What is a Podcast?” Reveals Industry Fragmentation and Proposes Unified Standards to Drive Growth and Clarity LOS ANGELES — Oxford Road, the world’s leading audio and podcast advertising agency, in partnership with Edison Research, a global authority in media research, announces the release of their comprehensive white paper, “What is a Podcast?: Preserving its Essence, […]

Transport

18 h. ago NAB Show 2025 Opens Tomorrow – Set to Define the Future of Content and Entertainment

AI, Creator Economy, Sports, Cloud Virtualization, and Streaming/OTT Drive the Future of Storytelling LAS VEGAS — NAB Show 2025 kicks off on Saturday, April 5 with exhibits opening April 6, showcasing innovation that will define the content and entertainment landscape and shape the future of storytelling. From AI-driven tools to the creator economy, sports, cloud […]

Other

18 h. ago Post carbon tax, advocates take aim at another B.C. electrification policy

The Energy Futures Institute argues future B.C. homeowners shouldn't be barred from using natural gas after the carbon tax's elimination.

Economics