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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail after mixed verdict clears him of top charges in sex crimes case
July 02, 2025 - 3:52 PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs dropped to his knees and prayed in the courtroom after he was acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop’s celebrated figures behind bars for life. The rapper was convicted of lesser prostitution-related offenses and denied bail as he awaits sentencing.
Ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to hold as Trump vents frustration with both sides
June 24, 2025 - 7:57 PM

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel appeared to hold Tuesday after initially faltering, and U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration with both sides, saying they had fought “for so long and so hard” that they do not know what they are doing.
Steady May inflation figures don't make the case for rate cuts: economists
June 24, 2025 - 3:28 PM

OTTAWA — May inflation figures showed marginal improvements in some of the Bank of Canada's closely watched price figures — a step in the right direction, some economists say, but likely not enough to convince the central bank to cut interest rates.
The Latest: Ceasefire status is unclear after Israel reports continued missiles from Iran
June 23, 2025 - 8:54 PM

Israel warned its public to take shelter after detecting missile launches from Iran early Tuesday. The launches came after 4 a.m. local time in Tehran, the time Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran would stop its attacks if Israel ended their airstrikes.
The Latest: Supreme Court lets Trump restart deporting migrants away from their home countries
June 23, 2025 - 3:02 PM

A divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to restart swift removals of migrants to countries other than their homelands, as President Donald Trump continues his sweeping immigration crackdown that has

Want to plant trees to offset fossil fuels? You'd need all of North and Central America, study finds
June 22, 2025 - 1:00 PM

Planting trees has plenty of benefits, but this popular carbon-removal method alone can't possibly counteract the planet-warming emissions caused by the world's largest fossil-fuel companies. To do that, trees would have to cover the entire land mass of North and Central America, according to a study out Thursday.
The Latest: Iran's supreme leader refuses to surrender as Trump considers joining Israeli strikes
June 18, 2025 - 3:41 PM

Explosions were heard in Tehran throughout the day Wednesday as Israel said its warplanes pounded Iran in three waves of strikes. Less than a week into the conflict, Israel now says its aircraft have free rein over the Iranian capital's skies.
Peanuts or almonds? Rice or millet? Planet-friendly grocery shopping choices go beyond cutting meat
June 15, 2025 - 3:00 PM

It’s one of the most impactful climate decisions we make, and we make it multiple times a day.
How to spot bad information this wildfire season
June 07, 2025 - 4:00 PM
Liberals table bill to speed up approvals for major 'national interest' projects
June 06, 2025 - 2:14 PM

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney's government introduced legislation Friday that would grant it new powers to quickly push forward major projects the federal cabinet deems to be in the national interest.
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iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like raspberries are more common to find growing in garde

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Kootenay woman upset by deer cull sues realtor for 'misleading' her about neighbourhood
An Invermere woman who attempted to sue her real estate agent because she didn't like her neighbours or the fact that the town was culling deer has been ordered to pay special costs because of her behaviour over the seven years of litigation.

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No dogs allowed: Dangerous algae at popular lake near Kamloops
An emergency veterinary hospital in Kamloops alerted dog owners to the dangers of a potential blue and green algae bloom in nearby Nicola Lake after several sick dogs were admitted into their care
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iN NUMBERS: Species invading the Okanagan and Kamloops
Usually when we talk about doing right by Mother Nature we talk about preservation, but in the case of these problematic pests in the Thompson and Okanagan regions it’s best to butcher them.
July 02, 2025 5:00 AM
$11M fine for North Okanagan man caught with 1.5 million illegal cigarettes
A North Okanagan man is on the hook $11 million after police found 1.5 million illegal cigarettes in his truck and trailer. On top of the hefty fine he'll also spend one month under hous
July 04, 2025 6:00 AM
UPDATE: Kamloops-Thompson school district superintendent resigns
The head of the Kamloops-Thompson school district has resigned from her role after four years on the job. School District 73 confirmed superintendent Rhonda Nixon's last day is tomorrow,
July 03, 2025 2:58 PM
Kamloops woman's documentary broaches 'taboo' mental health topics
CONTENT ADVISORY Sally Martin suffered a dangerous mental health crisis after moving to Kamloops during the COVID-19 pandemic that was so dark, she was contemplating suicide. Origina
July 05, 2025 6:00 AM
Woman waiting to plead guilty at Vernon courthouse goes on the run
A North Okanagan woman who appeared in court ready to plead guilty for injuring another driver when she rear-ended them while drunk is now on the run after she took off just before the proceedings
July 04, 2025 6:00 PM
BC nurse suspended for having sexual relationship with patient
A BC nurse who had a sexual relationship with a patient has been suspended for 12 months. According to a June 27 BC College of Nurses and Midwives decision, the relationship lasted for sever
July 05, 2025 7:00 PM
North Okanagan landowner protects 80 acres with conservation covenant
Bears, deer, moose and more will forever enjoy a swath of land near Lumby because the landowner decided to turn 80 acres into a conservation area. The landowner, who wants to stay anonymous,
July 04, 2025 7:00 PM
Former North Okanagan massage therapist acquitted of sexual assault
A judge acquitted a former North Okanagan massage therapist on Thursday after he was accused of groping a patient. Dennis Desrocher, 74, who practiced out of an Enderby clinic for 16 years,
July 05, 2025 12:00 PM
iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like ra
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Top News - Kamloops, Merritt and Areas

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied bail after mixed verdict clears him of top charges in sex crimes case

Ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to hold as Trump vents frustration with both sides

Steady May inflation figures don't make the case for rate cuts: economists

The Latest: Ceasefire status is unclear after Israel reports continued missiles from Iran

The Latest: Supreme Court lets Trump restart deporting migrants away from their home countries

Want to plant trees to offset fossil fuels? You'd need all of North and Central America, study finds

The Latest: Iran's supreme leader refuses to surrender as Trump considers joining Israeli strikes

Peanuts or almonds? Rice or millet? Planet-friendly grocery shopping choices go beyond cutting meat

How to spot bad information this wildfire season

Liberals table bill to speed up approvals for major 'national interest' projects

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