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Christmas comes early for one lucky Torontonian, winning over $1.28M in 680 NewsRadio's charity draw

It will be a Christmas to remember for one man from Toronto who won 680 NewsRadio's 50/50 Fortune draw in support of Food4Kids Ontario, a charity that helps feed kids in our community. Arnel Ricardo...

Ontario reveals top baby names of 2023

The province has unveiled the most popular baby names of 2023. Olivia and Noah were ranked as the year's top girl and boy names. More impressively, Olivia has held the top spot for girls for over a...
Community saves abandoned newborn puppies ahead of holidays, says Toronto Humane Society

The Toronto Humane Society says three abandoned newborn puppies were saved after the community rallied to find them homes in time for the holidays. The society says two-week-old...
Weekend need-to-know: Winter markets continue across Toronto

Sankofa Square will be aglow this weekend with their annual Winter Glow carnival and it's one of your last chances to check out the Winter Market at Evergreen Brickworks. Keep in mind, there will be...
Family dog 'Roxy' reunites with family, suspect charged in Etobicoke carjacking

An SUV and a family dog that was stolen when a father dropped his daughter off at an Etobicoke school were located, and a suspect has been charged, according to Toronto police. On Thursday, police announced...
GST and HST 'holiday' is here. What Canadians need to know

The Liberal government's two-month GST and HST holiday began December 14, reducing the cost of some essential goods for Canadians. In provinces that have merged their provincial sales tax with the GST,...
Suspect threatened to 'hurt kids' before speeding off in stolen SUV with family dog in backseat, victim says

A man whose vehicle was stolen moments after he dropped his daughter off at her Etobicoke school told CityNews the suspect threatened to injure children at the school if he didn't comply, eventually speeding...
Ontario police officer praised for saving child's life during Santa Claus parade

An Ontario police officer is being commended for her bravery and heroics after saving a choking four-year-old boy at a local Santa Claus parade in Innisfil. The South Simcoe Police Service said hundreds...
Weekend need-to-know: Nutcracker Ballet begins, another Santa Claus parade

The Nutcracker is back in Toronto this week and will run through Christmas. It is one of several events taking place in the city this weekend. As you make your plans, keep in mind there is a GO train...
Canadians evenly split on artificial intelligence, survey finds

Canadians are evenly split on how they feel about artificial intelligence, with women and older adults more likely to have a negative view, according to an annual survey of how Canadians use social media.  The...