Breaking News - Top Local Stories - CityNews Toronto

Arrests made in Salsa on St. Clair shooting that left 2 dead, 5 injured

Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw has announced arrests have been made in the fatal Salsa on St. Clair shooting last month. During a press conference about the latest U.S. consulate shooting,…

30m ago

‘Guns for hire’: 15-year-old among 2 arrested in U.S. Consulate shooting in Toronto

On Thursday, Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said 19-year-old Xen-Ul-Abdeen Syed was arrested on Aug. 1, and a 15-year-old male was taken into custody on Wednesday in relation to the shooting.

updated

3m ago

1 dead, 3 suspects arrested after overnight police shooting in Mississauga: SIU

SIU spokesperson Monica Hudon said Toronto police officers were tracking a stolen Mercedes in the area of Council Ring Road and The Collegeway near Winston Churchill Boulevard.

42m ago

TTC subway station supervisors vote to strike amid ongoing contract talks

TTC subway station supervisors are responsible for overseeing station staff, conducting daily inspections and investigating incidents.

57m ago

15-year-old in custody, 2nd youth sought in violent assault in Barrie

A 15-year-old girl is in custody and police are appealing for another youth involved in a violent assault in Barrie to come forward. Investigators say around 10 p.m. on July 31, they were called to…

1h ago

Police seek suspects after $30K apartment rental fraud scheme in Mississauga

Peel Regional Police (PRP) are searching for two men accused of running an apartment rental fraud scheme that allegedly duped at least eight victims and led to more than $30,000 in losses across Mississauga. Investigators…

2h ago

‘Guns for hire’: 15-year-old among 2 arrested in U.S. Consulate shooting in Toronto

On Thursday, Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw said 19-year-old Xen-Ul-Abdeen Syed was arrested on Aug. 1, and a 15-year-old male was taken into custody on Wednesday in relation to the shooting.

updated

3m ago

1 dead, 3 suspects arrested after overnight police shooting in Mississauga: SIU

SIU spokesperson Monica Hudon said Toronto police officers were tracking a stolen Mercedes in the area of Council Ring Road and The Collegeway near Winston Churchill Boulevard.

42m ago

TTC subway station supervisors vote to strike amid ongoing contract talks

TTC subway station supervisors are responsible for overseeing station staff, conducting daily inspections and investigating incidents.

57m ago

15-year-old in custody, 2nd youth sought in violent assault in Barrie

A 15-year-old girl is in custody and police are appealing for another youth involved in a violent assault in Barrie to come forward. Investigators say around 10 p.m. on July 31, they were called to…

1h ago

Police seek suspects after $30K apartment rental fraud scheme in Mississauga

Peel Regional Police (PRP) are searching for two men accused of running an apartment rental fraud scheme that allegedly duped at least eight victims and led to more than $30,000 in losses across Mississauga. Investigators…

2h ago

Latest Videos

1:34

Carney responds to Trump calling Canada ‘nasty’

Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to Trump’s recent comments calling Canada and his leadership ‘nasty.’

33m ago

0:46

Surveillance footage captures shots fired outside U.S. Consulate

Toronto police released surveillance footage of the shots fired outside the U.S. Consulate, in the second incident at the consulate in less than six months.

1h ago

3:03

Trump takes jabs at Canada as trade negotiations stall: ‘They’re nasty’

U.S. President Donald Trump took jabs once again at Canada as trade negotiations continue to drag on.

1h ago

4:00

Man fatally shot by police following collision involving stolen vehicle

A SIU spokesperson said a man was fatally shot by police in Mississauga after an altercation that led to a three-vehicle collision.

2h ago

0:30

Tow truck set ablaze in Brampton driveway

Peel Regional Police are investigating after a tow truck was deliberately set on fire in the driveway of a Brampton home early Thursday.

4h ago

More Headlines

Weekend need-to-know: Taste of the Danforth is back

The Taste of the Danforth, one of the biggest festivals in Toronto, makes its return this year after some help by all three levels of government. The National Bank Open also continues at Sobeys Stadium. Here’s…

1h ago

Tow truck torched in Brampton driveway overnight as Peel police investigate

Peel Regional Police are investigating after a tow truck was deliberately set on fire in the driveway of a Brampton home early Thursday. Officers were called to Vauxhall Crescent, near Creditview Road…

4h ago

Driver sought after pedestrian struck and critically injured on Hwy. 410 off-ramp in Brampton

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are searching for the driver after a pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on a Hwy. 410 off-ramp in Brampton early Thursday morning. Officers…

2h ago

Months-long strike disrupts disability care, pushing Ontario families to the brink

Linda Umlauf has maintained a rigid schedule for her high-needs autistic daughter since the London, Ont., group home where her daughter lived shuttered in May, as social and community service workers walked…

6h ago

Whitby crash leaves 14‑year‑old cyclist seriously injured

A 14-year-old boy who was riding a bike suffered serious injuries after being involved in a collision with the driver of a pickup truck in Whitby. The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) say the collision…

4h ago

Greater Toronto home sales tick lower in July as prices fall: real estate board

TORONTO — The Greater Toronto Area’s housing market cooled in July after a run of four straight months with year-over-year gains.

2h ago

WestJet cabin crew union shares specifics of deal reached with airline after strike

CALGARY — The union representing WestJet cabin crew has shared details of the tentative deal reached with the Calgary-based airline this week after a one-day strike.

6h ago

Male shows up to Toronto hospital with gunshot wounds, police investigating

Toronto police are investigating after a male showed up to a Toronto hospital with gunshot wounds Wednesday evening. Police did not indicate the extent of the male’s injuries. It’s unknown where…

14h ago

Trending Now

CityNews Originals

CityNews: Covering Indigenous stories everywhere

Dive into our coverage of events and issues that matter to indigenous Canadians and communities all across the country.

July 14, 2026 10:35 am EST EST

Pride Month 2026

June 26, 2026 11:43 am EST EST

Canada on the pitch

From transit updates and road closures to fan events, public watch parties, and what to see around the city, here’s everything visitors need to know about getting around Toronto during the 2026 tournament.

June 17, 2026 12:15 pm EST EST

‘This is the worst street in Toronto, hands down’: Drivers sound off on roadway near waterfront

Is Unwin Avenue, near Cherry Beach, currently the worst and most dangerous street to drive on in Toronto? Those who use it every day say unequivocally, “Yes.” While Toronto sees its fair share of potholes…

April 1, 2026 11:54 am EST EST

Most Canadians concerned about the impact of Strait of Hormuz restrictions on economy, their pocketbooks: poll

Most Canadians are “deeply alarmed” by Iran’s restriction of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on the economy along with their own pocketbooks, according to a new poll. The survey…

April 3, 2026 7:09 am EST EST

CityNews Explains

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

What comes next to address trip times on TTC Line 5 Eglinton and Line 6 Finch West?

The City of Toronto just finished the first of three phases of improvements aimed at speeding up trains on TTC Lines 5 and 6.

March 12, 2026 10:52 am EST EST

7 ways the war in Iran could affect Canadians: From grocery costs to terrorism

The war Washington launched against Iran could have implications for Canadians’ pocketbooks and security. “This is not going to end any time soon,” said Carleton University defence expert Stephen Saideman. “It’s…

March 7, 2026 8:45 am EST EST

Private organization now responsible for Greater Toronto Area residential recycling collection

Under the Ontario government’s direction, residential recycling collection will be done by Circular Materials as of Jan. 1, 2026.

January 2, 2026 11:57 am EST EST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Guide to TTC service increases, improvements

The TTC is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 coming to Toronto this June, with additional service on all modes of transit for fans to get around the city smoothly. In partnership with the City…

March 31, 2026 3:36 pm EST EST

In case you missed it

Feds to provide 100K in funding to support Taste of the Danforth’s return

The federal government will be joining the Ontario government and City of Toronto in helping to fund the return of Taste of the Danforth, the Greektown on the Danforth Business Improvement Area announced…

15h ago

Scan or scam: Are elective full-body MRIs worth it?

Perhaps you’ve heard one on the radio, or got one before a video online, or maybe even seen one on transit, but ads for full-body MRIs are everywhere these days. They tell you to book an appointment, selling…

1h ago

Owner of now closed Hogtown Smoke taking CRA to court

Glen Tymchuck opened his restaurant, Hogtown Smoke on Colborne Street, in Toronto back in 2017 – a lifelong dream that slowly turned into a nightmare due to one setback after another. In 2019, the City…

19h ago

Fernandez, Eala thrill Toronto crowd with wins at National Bank Open

Leylah Fernandez salvaged a victory for Canada on Wednesday night to cap a rough 48-hour stretch for the country’s tennis program. A couple hours later, rising Filipino star Alexandra Eala gave National…

12h ago

Over 4,000 charges laid in retail theft probe involving ‘repeat and prolific offenders’: Toronto police

The thefts are shockingly brazen. Videos shared by Toronto police on Wednesday show multiple suspects walking into stores, loading up bags, suitcases and shopping carts with items and walking out, seemingly…

August 5, 2026 11:38 am EST EST

High-risk offender arrested again in Guelph, hours after release

A high-risk offender who has been the subject of several police warnings the past few years was once again arrested in Guelph, just hours after he was released from custody. Guelph police say a 37-year-old…

5h ago

Suspect wanted in alleged assault, robbery of ‘elderly’ woman in Toronto

Toronto police are searching for a suspect wanted in an alleged assault and robbery of an “elderly” woman. Officers say on July 30 around 2:15 p.m. a male suspect approached a woman as she was walking…

1h ago

Heat and humidity to be joined by pop-up thunderstorms this week in the GTA

The heat and humidity felt Wednesday will be joined by potential thunderstorms in the forecast over the next few days as we head into the weekend. The high reached 29 C but felt like 34 to 37 with the…

20h ago

Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime withdraws from National Bank Open with injury

Canada’s top tennis player will miss his home open. Felix Auger-Aliassime has withdrawn from the National Bank Open presented by Rogers due to a back injury suffered during training, it was announced…

19h ago

Kitchener man pleads guilty in U.S. to hacking charges: DOJ

OTTAWA — A Kitchener, Ont., man has pleaded guilty to charges related to a hacking attack on a U.S.-based cloud services company that compromised more than 165 organizations, the U.S. Department of Justice said Wednesday.

18h ago

‘I can’t wait to play’: Filipino tennis player Alex Eala gears up for Toronto tournament

On Monday, Eala rallied past Jessica Pegula to capture her first career WTA Tour title. The win made Eala the first Filipina to win a singles title on the tour.

August 5, 2026 8:37 am EST EST