Brady Oliveira, debate por la alcaldía y decomiso de drogas de la RCMP — Winnipeg, jueves

Winnipeg mayoral candidates face off in CBC debate

Tower crane removed as work on former Bay building progresses in downtown Winnipeg

The transformation aiming to bring "new life" into the former Hudson's Bay building in downtown Winnipeg is moving forward, as the tower crane has been removed from the site.

Morden mayoral candidates want to fix wastewater woes and see city grow

All three of Morden's mayoral candidates want the city to attract people and businesses, but new building permit applications are still clogged amid wastewater problems.

Tataskweyak sues Canada over failure to protect sturgeon in Manitoba's Churchill River

A First Nation is accusing Canada of failing to address the "devastating impacts" of Manitoba Hydro operations on lake sturgeon in the lower Churchill River.

Volunteers prepare 204 gift backpacks for Winnipeggers in need

For seven years, the Backpacks from Heaven program has helped Winnipeggers in need. Organizers say that need is greater than ever this year.

Toronto Crime Stoppers pauses program after CBC investigation reveals details of data leak

Toronto Crime Stoppers is pausing its program, effective immediately, its chair Sean Sportun said in a statement sent late Wednesday evening. The news follows an exclusive CBC investigation from earlier in the day revealing that information from more than 1.5 million tips submitted to Canadian Crime Stoppers programs over the last 25 years was exposed in a massive data breach.

Manitoba PCs defend choice to cut legislative session short by 1 week

The interim leader of Manitoba's Official Opposition says his party agreed to give up four sitting days in the legislature because the Tories saw little value in staying when the NDP government has run out of new business.

About 200 Manitobans missed out on moose licences due to province's 2024 cut, court hears

A northern First Nation and a conservation group representing hunters are again arguing the province's decision to cut some moose licences in 2024 was unlawful, but this time to Manitoba's highest court.

Player sues opponent, league and Hockey Manitoba over injuries suffered in game

A Brandon man is suing Hockey Manitoba, his league and a fellow player after he says he was seriously injured during a game.

RCMP seize $279K worth of drugs in separate incidents at northern Manitoba airport

Over $279,000 worth of illicit drugs were recently seized in separate incidents at a northern airport, Manitoba RCMP say.

MPs moving to restrict gambling ads in Canada amid mounting harms

A new analysis for CBC News shows Canadians continue to be bombarded with betting promotions during sports broadcasts.

Kevin Klein didn't need to win a debate, he only needed to sideline Mike Vogiatzakis

Kevin Klein's main objective Wednesday was to present himself as the only viable alternative to incumbent candidate Scott Gillingham. Klein missed that opportunity in the morning but succeeded over the supper hour.

Winnipeg mayoral front-runners commit to property tax hikes during debate

The three front-runners in Winnipeg’s mayoral election committed to raising property taxes during their terms of office, if elected, during a televised debate on CBC Manitoba on Wednesday.

Manitoba's Interlake region left without U15, U18 co-ed hockey after associations cleared to play in Winnipeg

For the second consecutive season, there won't be a U15 or U18 minor hockey co-ed division based in Manitoba's Interlake, after the teams of six local associations were cleared to instead play in Winnipeg.

Late rains bring bumper soybean crops for some southeastern Manitoba farmers

A Springfield farmer's decision to plant less wheat in favour of crops like soybeans is paying off with a bumper crop.

Riley Laychuk's Manitoba forecast for Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

Parts of southern Manitoba could top 20 C through the afternoon. Confidence is strengthening that some in northern Manitoba could see accumulating snow over the weekend.

Fall storm could bring 15-25 cm of snow to northern Manitoba

A "significant fall storm" is headed to northern Manitoba, bringing rain that will transition into heavy, wet snow with as much as 15 to 25 centimetres expected, says Environment Canada.

Bombers have one last chance at playoff bid but Lions stand in the way

The B.C. Lions (10-7) have already clinched a playoff spot and will host the West Division semifinal on Oct. 31 regardless of what happens when they take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (8-9) in Vancouver on Friday.

WAG-Qaumajuq hires new director and CEO following international search

John Mahli Lawa' Hampton has been named the new director and CEO of the Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq.

High-risk sex offender found sexually assaulting unconscious woman, police say

A high-risk sex offender who was being monitored by police has been charged after officers found him in the process of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman in Winnipeg on Wednesday evening, police say.

Convicted harasser began tormenting new and old victims 'almost immediately' after parole expired: documents

Warrant documents provide a detailed look at Agnieszka Ciochon-Newton's alleged campaign of harassment against family members, her former parole officer and a sitting judge.

Man arrested after road rage incident in Dauphin

A man who allegedly brandished a knife in an apparent road rage incident and then behaved "eratically" toward other people in Dauphin has been arrested, Manitoba RCMP say.

Province-city relationship key point during Winnipeg mayoral debate

The relationship between those at the helm at City Hall and the Manitoba Legislative Building was a key theme during Wednesday's mayoral debate on 680 CJOB.

Brady Oliveira voted most outstanding player and top Canadian again for Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Running back Brady Oliveira is the Bombers most outstanding player for the fourth straight season.