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Blue Jays fans keeping Dunedin economy afloat during turbulent times for tourism February 27, 2026 - 8:10 AM

The Toronto Blue Jays have made Dunedin, Fla., into a virtual oasis during turbulent economic times in Florida.
2028 Olympics could bring big wins for Los Angeles labor unions January 22, 2026 - 3:13 PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — As Los Angeles ramps up for the 2028 Olympics, local unions are drawing inspiration from the Paris Games when hotel workers went on strike a day before opening ceremonies.
'Part of me is gone': Abrupt end for Fraser Downs track a blow to B.C. horse racing August 19, 2025 - 1:14 AM

Kristina Rennich started working as a groom at the Fraser Downs racetrack, formerly known as Cloverdale Raceway, when she decided to turn her passion for horses into a career at the age of 12.
B.C. Premier David Eby leans on Ravi Kahlon again as he reshuffles cabinet July 17, 2025 - 4:04 PM

VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby has leaned on Ravi Kahlon from the moment he officially sought the government's top job, with Kahlon co-chairing his leadership campaign.
Former Buckeyes football coach Jim Tressel nominated as Ohio's lieutenant governor February 10, 2025 - 12:46 PM

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday nominated former Ohio State Buckeyes football coach Jim Tressel to be the state's next lieutenant governor, praising him as a seasoned educator and leader with the skills to take the state's helm if need be.
Alberta legislature sitting to kick off with focus on rights bill, transgender policy October 25, 2024 - 4:41 PM

EDMONTON - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s government is set to start its fall sitting with a focus on bills that the Opposition NDP says are aimed at catering to “fringe” elements of Smith’s United Conservative Party.
John Bean to step down as Flames president and CEO, will be replaced by Robert Hayes May 13, 2024 - 3:58 PM

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation president and chief executive officer John Bean will step down and be replaced by Robert Hayes.
Manitoba Chambers of Commerce president believes Jets can overcome attendance woes October 26, 2023 - 12:34 PM

WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Jets have already set a record this season, but it’s nothing to cheer about.
Former Jays broadcaster Howarth a first-time nominee for prestigious Frick award December 06, 2022 - 3:00 AM

Basketball connections helped set Jerry Howarth on a path to the baseball big leagues, a journey that included a 36-year run as a radio broadcaster for the Toronto Blue Jays.
Former CFL star running back named next chancellor at University of Calgary April 22, 2022 - 10:33 AM

CALGARY - The University of Calgary named former CFL player Jon Cornish as its 15th chancellor-elect Friday.
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
OPINION Last month, President Donald Trump decided he liked the sound of Department of War a lot more than Department of Defense. It was - like so many Trump impulses - a move that did little to change reality other t

Why some bars and most breweries close early in downtown Kelowna
It’s 10:30 p.m. and the night feels young inside one of Kelowna’s charming breweries, but your hope of painting the town red is dashed by last call. That’s a pretty common experience for folks who aren’t familiar wit

Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
Law abiding cannabis companies in the Okanagan deal with the government taking its piece of the pie at every turn, while trying to compete with a black market that's still going strong. Cannabis in B.C. gets taxed at several points betw

The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

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