Pickett Leads Argos, Rogers Takes Full Control of MLSE & Scarborough Hit-and-Run — Toronto Friday

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🚨 Crime & Public Safety

Man found guilty of 23-count home-invasion and luxury-vehicle theft spree. Superior Court Justice Gillian Roberts convicted 22-year-old Bilal Abdelmouniim on all 23 counts tied to six occurrences across the Greater Toronto Area between Oct. 5 and 18, 2023, that targeted high-end vehicles and involved night-time residential break-ins.
Toronto man charged in child-luring probe; police warn of more victims. Toronto resident Kayaan Jiwan, 23, faces multiple charges including luring a person under 18 by telecommunication and extortion after a June case involving a 15-year-old; police asked anyone with information to contact investigators.
16-year-old charged for making firearm parts and threatening Pickering school. A youth has been charged in connection with alleged manufacturing of firearm components and threats toward a Pickering school; police laid charges related to the incident this week.
Driver wanted after fatal hit-and-run in Scarborough overnight. Toronto police responded at about 1:52 a.m. on Oct. 2 to Midland and McNicoll avenues where a pedestrian was struck and died at the scene; investigators are seeking the driver and any witnesses.

Rogers becomes sole owner of MLSE after buying remaining 25% stake. Rogers completed purchase of the final 25 per cent stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, making it the sole owner of MLSE and its assets including the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors.
Province announces $26-million package to help GTA businesses amid U.S. tariffs. The new $26-million investment is aimed at supporting Greater Toronto Area companies affected by escalating U.S. trade tensions, the provincial announcement says.
Gas prices expected to hit 191.9¢/L in Toronto on Saturday. Forecasters project average regular gasoline prices in Toronto will rise to 191.9 cents per litre beginning Saturday, according to the price update published Friday.
Chow leads Toronto mayoral race by six points as campaign enters final month. The latest poll published Friday shows candidate Olivia Chow ahead by six percentage points as the municipal campaign moves into its final month before the election.

Adarius Pickett leading CFL defensive charts as Argos clinch home playoff game. Pickett tops the CFL with 92 defensive tackles and 103 total tackles this season while the Toronto Argonauts sit at 9-6 and have clinched at least one home playoff game.
Kawhi Leonard's availability ‘day-to-day’ as Raptors open pre-season. Raptors coach Mislav Rajakovic said Leonard has yet to join full-contact drills and his participation in Saturday’s pre-season game against the Miami Heat is a "day-to-day" decision following practice in Québec.

Backstreet Boys bring 'Millennium' shows to Toronto, concert dates announced.
Belleville synagogue receives antisemitic flyers after Sept. 20 shooting, police investigating.
Kingston police say data-breach leak risk 'low' after 160 GB extracted, investigation complete.
Niagara Region invites Buffalo for Bills-coloured fireworks, open letter placed in Buffalo News.
Mississauga mayoral rivalry sharpens, current and former mayor clash.
Pedestrian dead after hit-and-run in Scarborough, police called overnight.
Bradford's tax-cut pledge raises questions about Toronto's fiscal footing, analysts weigh in.
Inspections at three career colleges flagged 'serious concerns' in court records, findings reported.
London officer charged with assault after pepper-spraying woman on April 29, officer reassigned.
(Duplicate) Driver wanted after fatal hit-and-run in Scarborough overnight, investigators seek witnesses.
Ford calls for longer parole ineligibility for those who kill police officers, policy proposal made.
Man arrested for alleged arson at Toronto MP's home faces charges in another fire, charges linked.
(Duplicate) Rogers now sole MLSE owner after buying remaining 25% stake, transaction completed.