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‘Loving and humble’: North York vigil held for teen boy killed in Jane and Finch shooting

Officers were called to Jane Street and Finch Avenue West just after 3:30 p.m. on Monday for reports of a shooting. A teenaged victim was located at the scene.

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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc’s 1st associate member

STRASBOURG, France (AP) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.

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Here’s how some Ontario municipalities are grappling with new AI data centres

The boom in artificial intelligence has put Ontario municipalities on the front lines of a major debate over how to regulate a new wave of large, energy-hungry data centres. Several municipalities have…

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Toronto man faces multiple charges after allegedly sexually assaulting underage victims lured on Snapchat, Instagram

A Toronto man is facing new additional charges after he allegedly lured more than one underage victim through social media and sexually assaulted them. This comes after officers found another victim…

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Early September storm still leaves residents in Toronto area struggling to get damages addressed

Parts of the Greater Toronto Area were battered by a massive storm on Sept. 2, 2026. Some affected are waiting for insurance assistance.

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TTC Line 1 trains slowing between TMU station and King station as Ontario Line construction continues

TTC riders travelling between TMU and King stations are being warned that Line 1 trains are moving slower than usual due to a “reduced speed zone” as construction continues on the Ontario Line. This…

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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc’s 1st associate member

STRASBOURG, France (AP) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.

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Here’s how some Ontario municipalities are grappling with new AI data centres

The boom in artificial intelligence has put Ontario municipalities on the front lines of a major debate over how to regulate a new wave of large, energy-hungry data centres. Several municipalities have…

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Toronto man faces multiple charges after allegedly sexually assaulting underage victims lured on Snapchat, Instagram

A Toronto man is facing new additional charges after he allegedly lured more than one underage victim through social media and sexually assaulted them. This comes after officers found another victim…

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Early September storm still leaves residents in Toronto area struggling to get damages addressed

Parts of the Greater Toronto Area were battered by a massive storm on Sept. 2, 2026. Some affected are waiting for insurance assistance.

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TTC Line 1 trains slowing between TMU station and King station as Ontario Line construction continues

TTC riders travelling between TMU and King stations are being warned that Line 1 trains are moving slower than usual due to a “reduced speed zone” as construction continues on the Ontario Line. This…

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Community gathers to remember the life of Cashie Auguste

Family, friends, and community members gathered to remember the life of Cashie Auguste, a 17-year-old who police say was shot and killed on Monday afternoon. Now, many are calling for an end to gun violence. Catalina Gillies reports.

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Temperatures remain above seasonal for Wednesday

Toronto will see above seasonal temperatures for the rest of the week ahead of a dip back into seasonal weather on the weekend.

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Insurance claims, repairs ongoing in Toronto area after September storm

Residents, businesses and insurance companies across the Greater Toronto Area are continuing to respond to a massive storm that hit parts of the Greater Toronto Area in early September. Nick Westoll reports.

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Trains slow down on Line 1

Construction and tunnelling has begun for the Ontario line underneath Queen and Yonge. The TTC has slowed down train between TMU station and King station, some commuters say its causing a disruption in their daily commute.

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Growing culturally significant food in neighbourhoods known as “food deserts”

With grocery prices on the rise and food bank use surging the TRCA is helping residents turn urban neighbourhoods into agricultural initiatives. Audra Brown with how Rexdale is growing culturally relevant food and builds a sustainable community.

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Harper says Canada had ‘no choice’ but to walk away from U.S. trade talks

TORONTO — Former prime minister Stephen Harper says the federal government had “no choice” but to walk away from trade talks with the United States.

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Blue Jays’ bullpen falters in 10-1 loss to Tigers

Spencer Torkelson smashed a three-run homer as part of a four-run inning and the Detroit Tigers routed the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1 on Tuesday. Max Clark had a one-run double earlier in the fourth inning…

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House votes for a third time to end the Iran war as conflict drags on

WASHINGTON (AP) — For a third time, the U.S. House has voted to end the war in Iran, approving a war powers resolution that would halt President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military action without congressional approval.

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Man accused of setting up ATM ‘cash traps’ at banks across Guelph, Ont.

Police in Guelph allege a man stole thousands of dollars by setting up “cash traps” at automated banking machines across the city that diverted the money customers were trying to withdraw. Police…

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‘Maybe they’ll shoot you’: Carney recalls Trump’s joke about White House key gift

As tensions remain high between the U.S. and Canada amid a contentious trade war, Prime Minister Mark Carney summed up the currently fraught relationship between the two neighbours in a lighthearted moment…

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18-year-old and 3 youths allegedly found with loaded gun in North York

Toronto police say an 18-year-old and three 16-year-olds are facing multiple firearms-related charges after they were allegedly found with a loaded firearm. Officers say the incident occurred as they…

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2 women arrested at demonstration in downtown Toronto

Two women were arrested during a demonstration in downtown Toronto on Monday night. Toronto Police were in the McCaul Street and Dundas Street West area for a demonstration shortly before…

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Four years into $10/day program, child-care waitlists growing in some Ontario cities

When Angela Zhu was newly pregnant, she knew that finding a daycare spot in Toronto would be challenging so she and her husband joined 40 different waitlists, thinking surely that would be sufficient. It…

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New, steeper GO Transit and UP Express fare evasion penalties beginning

If someone riding GO Transit and UP Express is caught for fare evasion a second time, the fine jumps up to $300.

September 7, 2026 1:30 pm EST EST

What to know about Legionnaires’ disease as Toronto Public Health probes recent outbreak

Outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease are not very common, infectious diseases specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch told CityNews on Tuesday, but even more uncommon is an entire intersection being flagged as a hotspot…

August 18, 2026 1:50 pm EST EST

TTC’s monthly fare capping system goes into effect

If you take the TTC every day to get around Toronto, a reminder that the transit agency’s fare capping system went into effect on Sept. 1, allowing unlimited free rides until the end of the month, once…

September 1, 2026 1:22 pm EST EST

A timeline of Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada

Donald Trump was elected to a second term as U.S. President in 2024 and it’s been a roller-coaster ever since for Canadian leaders and businesses.

August 20, 2026 2:50 pm EST EST

Waterfront East LRT in the works along with expansion of GO lines to Milton and Kitchener

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday that the federal government is collaborating with the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto to build a much anticipated light rail transit line east of…

March 30, 2026 3:59 pm EST EST

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Carney hopes trade war with U.S. will make Canada stronger and more resilient

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that Canada intends to emerge from its trade war with the United States as a more resilient and independent economy, signalling that Ottawa is prepared…

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Emmy Awards ratings down nearly 10% from last year

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ratings for the Emmy Awards were down nearly 10% from last year, with the viewer numbers dipping again after a couple of years of growth.

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Man charged after alleged hate-motivated threat in Port Perry

A man has been arrested and charged after Durham police say he was allegedly swinging a bat while making threats and yelling racial slurs at people at a park in Port Perry. Officers were called to Palmer…

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Nick Reiner avoids death penalty over his parents’ killings but still faces life in prison

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner ‘s son will not face the death penalty on charges he fatally stabbed his parents after lying in wait at their home in Los Angeles late last year, prosecutors said Tuesday.

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Calgary man accused of making death threats against PM Carney

A Calgary man is behind bars and is accused of posting death threats against Prime Minister Mark Carney. RCMP say they received information July 28 about alleged threats made via a YouTube account. Police…

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While world frets over AI fears, Toronto teen is using the tech to help homeless

While the world is suddenly heeding warnings that artificial intelligence (AI) could run rampant and ultimately end humanity, one Toronto high school student wants to use the technology to help people…

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Carney wants private investors to run Canada’s four largest airports

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he wants to see private investors take over operations at Canada’s four largest airports — Toronto Pearson, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver. In a keynote address at…

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Latest U.S. tariffs hit a small number of Canadian goods while others are lifted

WASHINGTON — The latest U.S. tariffs on a small number of Canadian goods took effect Tuesday as Washington continued to pursue its trade war with Canada.

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1 suspect arrested for distraction theft in Jane and Eglinton area, another at large

A man is in custody and police are looking for a female suspect in connection with a distraction theft investigation in the Jane Street and Eglinton Avenue area. Police say the alleged theft took place…

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Police searching for arson suspects after early‑morning fire damages Oshawa funeral home

The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) are looking for suspects after an early‑morning arson damaged a well‑known funeral home in Oshawa last week. Emergency crews were called around 4:05 a.m….

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2026 Mississauga election: How the mayor’s race could be one of Ontario’s most watched

CityNews spoke with four leading Mississauga mayoral candidates about key issues and how their campaigns are ramping up.

September 15, 2026 5:24 am EST EST