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Ottawa police investigating early morning homicide on Montreal Road

Ottawa police say Montreal Road is closed between Olmstead and the Vanier Parkway for "an ongoing police operation."
Extreme cold conditions expected to end today in Ottawa

The temperature dipped to -29C at 8 a.m. in Ottawa, with the wind chill making it feel like minus 39.
NCC looks for ways to extend skating season on the Rideau Canal each winter

The National Capital Commission is looking at whether so-called slush cannons or changing the depth of water in the Rideau Canal could extend the season on the world's largest skating rink.
Nearly 100 km of groomed trails await you in Ottawa this winter

Winter is a big part of living in the capital, and Ottawa has a groomed winter trail network that’s nearly 100 kilometres.
YMCA-YWCA announces the Orleans Y building has been sold

Coun. Matthew Luloff shared a letter from YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region President R.J. Gallagher, announcing the Orléans Y on Centrum Boulevard has been sold.
Eight-year-old hero saves family from fire that destroys their Ottawa home

A Stittsville family is crediting their eight-year-old son for alerting them to a fire at the home next door, giving them time to escape before the flames spread to their dream home.
Ottawa-based delivery app making it less costly for local businesses

A new delivery app based in Ottawa is making it easier and less costly to support local business during the challenging times of the pandemic.
No drinks or popcorn allowed when Ottawa movie theatres reopen on Jan. 31

Movie theatres in Ottawa will be among businesses allowed to reopen to 50 per cent capacity on Jan. 31, but when they do, food and drinks will not be part of the show.
Fire Marshal wraps up on-site investigation into Merivale Road explosion

Six people were killed in the explosion at Eastway Tank on Merivale Road on Jan. 13.

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CFRA Live – What is the best plan to tackle Omicron as Ontario starts to reopen?

Ottawa Public Health recorded 429 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday. Our city is currently treating 3,777 active cases, 82 hospitalizations, and 10 ICU patients heading into this weekend. The Ford government has already given schools the green light to resume in-person learning. On January 31, businesses will be given permission to operate at 50 percent capacity. And while Canada’s top doctor says we might have reached the peak of Omicron, hospitalization levels are still high. Where do we stand in the pandemic picture right now? What factors do we need to keep in mind? Dr. Sumon Chakrabarti joins Andrew Pinsent on today’s CFRA Live.
CFRA Live – Ottawa Police sounding the alarm on a grandparent scam that is quickly gaining traction

Ottawa Police are warning residents of a ‘grandparent scam’ that is gaining traction. A tearful person, claiming to be a family member, frantically calls and asks for money. As the conversation progresses, the caller will typically say they’ve been arrested by police and they require money or gift cards to make bail. Bail hearings, of course, take place in court. What are the warning signs you need to watch out for? Sgt. Chantal Arsenault joins Andrew Pinsent on CFRA Live.
CFRA Live – As we start to slowly reopen the province, how do we help local businesses who are on the edge of permanently closing?

Ontario businesses got a dose of optimism this week after the Doug Ford government announced plans for an economic reopening. Starting on the last day of January, indoor venues will be allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity. Premier Ford says, if all goes well, indoor restrictions might not be necessary as we head into Spring. How are businesses adapting to the latest round of restrictions? What happens once the worst is behind us? How do we help businesses who are on the edge of shutting down for good? Small business advocate Michael Wood joins Andrew Pinsent on today’s edition of CFRA Live.
The Morning Rush - Brian Lilley Interview "Is the government still being too cautious?"

Is the government still being too cautious? Brian Lilley of the Toronto Sun joins the Morning Rush to talk about Doug Ford news announcements with the lifting restrictions plan. The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA.
The Morning Rush - Phil Gurski Interview "How is Canada at threat for an cyber attacks from Russia?"

CSE warns Canadian critical infrastructure of Russian-backed cyber threat activity. Phil Gurski of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting joins the Morning Rush to discuss the threat of cyber attacks from Russia. The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA.
Medical Myth Busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin "Why do hospital numbers go up as cases drop?"

Why are Hospital numbers up when cases go down? Find out all the facts on Medical Myth-busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin. Medical Myth Busting with Dr. Barry Dworkin on The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday at 6:50 am on News Talk 580 CFRA.
At The Movies with Richard Crouse "Zeros and Ones, Marionette , Ray Donovan"

Movie Critic Richard Crouse - this week we look: Zeros and Ones (VOD) Marionette (VOD/Digital) Ray Donovan: The Movie (Crave) The Last Thing Mary Saw (Shudder Canada) Richard’s Podcast -- Last Call with Richard Crouse is now on Apple and Spotify At the Movies with Richard Crouse every Friday at 6:35 am and 8:35 am on The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll on News Talk 580 CFRA.
The Morning Rush "Behind The Scenes Morning Meeting!"

Every morning at 5 o'clock we let you look behind the curtains to the Morning Rush morning meeting with Bill Carroll. We talk about what's trending today, all the topics, and interviews for The Morning Rush show. The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll every weekday from 5:00 am to 9:00 am on News Talk 580 CFRA.
ESS: Proposed plan would see 30,000 shipments of nuclear waste move through Ontario

Canada's nuclear industry has drafted a plan which would see up to 30,000 shipments of radioactive nuclear waste travel through Ontario over four decades. How safe is the transportation plan? Caitlin Burley, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s manager of transportation engagement, breaks it down with Evan. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.