Australia prioritizes reducing emissions and cheaper electric cars

Australia's new government is putting climate change at the top of its legislative agenda when Parliament sits next month for the first time since the May 21 election, with bills to enshrine a cut in greenhouse gas emissions and make electric cars cheaper, a minister said on Wednesday.

New technology expected to improve school bus safety

With the return of classes just over three weeks away, back-to-school preparations are underway in northern Ontario, including mapping out bus routes, recruiting drivers and installing some new technology on buses.
Cost of living putting pressure on families despite slight decline in inflation rate

Despite some relief at the pumps last month, the high cost of living continues to squeeze Canadians’ pocketbooks.
Multiple dogs left in hot cars over weekend in Wasaga Beach: OPP

Police in Wasaga Beach say four dogs were left unattended in vehicles "during very hot temperatures" over the weekend, prompting a reminder from the OPP about the dangers and consequences of the mistreatment.
Highway 401 at Meadowvale closed after motorcyclist seriously hurt by flying container

A motorcyclist has been seriously injured after crashing into a large container that reportedly flew off a vehicle in Scarborough.
Fire crews advise caution after more than 100 animals were killed in two separate barn fires

Rural fire crews were busy this week after two separate barn fires north of Kitchener were responsible for the deaths of over 100 livestock. Between the two fires, 116 cattle and four horses were killed, according to fire officials.
Charities in Kingston warn of increased demand for free lunch programs

As the cost of fruit and vegetables continues to climb, community organizations in Kingston that provide free lunch programs say they are seeing hundreds more people needing their services.
Calgary housing market remained hot in Q2, expected to slow

CREB released its latest quarterly update on Tuesday, in which the organization examined housing sales in April, May and June.
Scam involving death threats, graphic images over text detected in Regina: RPS

An ongoing online scam that threatens people’s safety and lives has now been reported in the Queen City, according to the Regina Police Service (RPS).
Severe injuries after highway maintenance worker hit by vehicle in Parkland County: RCMP

A highway maintenance worker was taken to hospital after a crash on Monday evening.