ICE director says progressive Dem should apologize to voters after calling agency a ‘terrorist force’
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons is calling out the hypocrisy of progressive Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., who said the agency is “acting like a terrorist force,” pointing to an earlier…
‘It can’t just be a competition on price’: Why Seaspan didn’t bid on BC Ferries contractSimon Little
It comes as BC Ferries faces public pressure over its recent decision to award a multi-billion-dollar contract to build four new major vessels to a Chinese shipyard.
Second candidate joins BC Greens leadership raceGlobalnews Digital
The BC Green Party says a 24-year-old advocate for climate justice and Indigenous solidarity has joined the party’s leadership contest.
Citizens, doctors speak out on health care crisis at KGH during emotional town hallKlaudia Van Emmerik
In addition to concerned citizens, Wednesday’s town hall also brought numerous doctors and other medical professionals who work at KGH.
Trump says economy will ‘rocket’ after signing ‘big beautiful bill’: ‘It’s going to be really great’
President Donald Trump on Thursday celebrated Congress’ passage of his “big, beautiful bill,” describing the sweeping measure as “the biggest bill of its kind ever signed” and promising, “it’s going…
Looking back at the track that helped jumpstart B.C. motorsportsJay Durant
For 31 years the Westwood Motorsport Park was home to roaring engines, tight turns and a camraderie for a close knit group of Metro Vancouver racing enthusiasts.
Twice-deported Honduran fugitive caught hiding on American soil
An illegal alien on the “Top 10 Most Wanted” list in Honduras has been arrested in New York after evading a 44-year prison sentence in his home country. U.S. Immigration…
Caps on salaries of Metro Vancouver politicians is ‘long overdue’ critics sayCatherine Urquhart
The province says it hopes to see changes this fall, and supports calls for transparency on politicians’ earnings. For now, there’s no indication this will be provincially mandated
‘Cautious optimism’ on cleanup for wrecked former B.C. ferrySimon Little
The Queen of Sidney, a former BC Ferries vessel, was consumed by flames in early May along the Fraser River, where it’s been moored since 2002.
Calgary tech darling company suddenly shuts down, laying off hundreds of employeesKen MacGillivray
A once-darling company of Calgary’s burgeoning high tech industry has suddenly shut its doors, throwing hundreds of employees out of work.
Endangered western painted turtle released by Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation SocietySydney Morton
Members of the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society travelled to Kelowna to release a western painted turtle that had been in their care for several weeks.
‘This isn’t over yet’: Opioid-related deaths reach new heights in EdmontonPhil Heidenreich
“The sirens were endless,” one harm-reduction expert said.
Tesla driver altercation on BC Ferries latest in ‘negative interactions,’ union saysAmy Judd
On Canada Day, North Saanich RCMP officers were called on board a vessel after a man was seen yelling and being abusive toward staff.
The Papers: ‘Devastating tragedy’ and ‘Doctor in your pocket’
Most of Friday’s front pages feature the death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota. BBC News
Canucks sniper Brock Boeser ‘super stoked’ with long-term dealGlobalnews Digital
The Canucks forward said his bond with his teammates has helped make Vancouver a “second home.”
Guardians starter Luis Ortiz’s suspicious wild pitches at heart of MLB gambling investigation
Cleveland Guardians starter Luis Ortiz was placed on non-disciplinary paid leave hours before he was scheduled to take the mound against the Chicago Cubs Thursday, MLB announced. While MLB didn’t…
‘Incredible video’ captured during Alberta storm could be rare ball lightning event: scientistPhil Heidenreich
A couple stepped onto the back porch of their home near Rich Valley, Alta., just before 7 p.m. to get a closer look at the storm passing through when they…
Illinois’ population is aging ‘faster’ than the rest of the country, editorial warns
Illinois’ population of young people is dwindling, an editorial from the Chicago Tribune warned. “A dwindling youth population means shrinking potential — not just economically, but in civic energy, creativity…
Odd foods dominate iconic state fair, plus top 10 US airports revealed
AMERICAN BITES: Iowa State Fair’s food traditions range from Pork Chop on a Stick to bacon-wrapped Iowa Twinkies. CROWD PLEASER: Fast-food customer satisfaction rankings show Chick-fil-A leading for the 11th…