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Hoops, Highs & Hiccups — Your Toronto Week in Review

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Did you know that Andre De Grasse is off to a stunning start this season? The Canadian sprinter dazzled at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix, winning the 200m as he kicks off what promises to be an electrifying track season. His performance has fans buzzing about what’s next — and hoping for a summer full of gold medals! The Raptors are proving they can grind it out in tight games! Toronto took down the Cavaliers 93-89, showcasing a blend of resilience and grit. Coach Darko Rajakovic's team is igniting a spark in the playoffs, reminding us all why we love this game—who doesn’t enjoy a good nail-biter? Have you heard about the challenges facing our special education system? An incident involving an autistic child wandering from school has highlighted a crucial need for more support. Advocates are urging for improvements, emphasizing that every child deserves a safe and inclusive learning environment. Ever wondered about the safety of Ontario roads? This past week saw a tragic single-vehicle crash in East Gwillimbury, claiming one life and leaving four others hospitalized. It serves as a harsh reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving. Toronto General Hospital is stepping up amid overwhelming demand! In a bid to alleviate pressure on its emergency department, the hospital is implementing new measures that could significantly improve patient care. As we all know, timely medical attention is vital for our community! In a groundbreaking medical miracle, a Toronto man is on the brink of being HIV-free! After a bone marrow transplant for cancer, he’s in remission, joining a select few worldwide considered cured of HIV. This development gives hope to countless others facing similar battles. What’s the buzz around the Ontario Place waterfront? Mayor John Tory has voiced strong resistance to a provincial plan that could jeopardize our precious waterfront parks. With so many locals cherishing these green spaces, this battle will determine how we protect our natural heritage. Planning a drive this weekend? Be ready for some traffic headaches as the Gardiner Expressway shuts down for maintenance. City crews are working hard to improve our roads, but detours might make you wish for a teleportation device instead. Ready for some hockey drama? A man was charged after a serious on-ice assault during a recreational game in Ontario. Will this chill the vibe of amateur leagues? Time will tell, but safety on the ice is a hot topic now! Ticketmaster has some big news for Ontario event-goers! After new legislation to cap resale ticket prices, the platform is delisting tickets—temporary chaos for many, but a potential win for ticket buyers in the long run. Is there a new police detachment in our future? The Ford government plans a new provincial police presence at Ontario Place, raising concerns about public access and safety. As discussions unfold, your voice matters—how do you feel about this move? A tragic house fire in Toronto has left the community mourning. A man died after being rescued from his home on Thursday evening. While it's a reminder of fire safety, this incident also highlights the importance of looking out for one another. Jamison Battle had the perfect fourth quarter for the Raptors! He scored all 14 of his points during a key moment, proving that every player can shine in big games. With playoff intensity ramping up, it’s crucial for the team to harness that potential. Bad news for fans—Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley is out for the rest of the series! His injury leaves a gap, but the team must rally. How will the Raptors adjust? We’ll soon find out!

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FIFA makes more World Cup tickets available, but soccer fans criticize lack of transparency

FIFA's release of a new tranche of World Cup tickets has left some fans fuming about a perceived lack of transparency in how seats are being sold, given that premium seating options now on offer were not available previously.

General Apr 24, 2026

Pickering councillor faces possible 9th sanction over residential school video

Another formal complaint has been filed against Pickering, Ont., city councillor Lisa Robinson in Pickering after she released a video this month questioning the investigation into potential unmarked graves at a former residential school site in Kamloops, B.C.

General Apr 24, 2026

Ford urged to apologize over insult hurled at Liberal MPP in the legislature

Ontario Premier Doug Ford hurled the insult at Liberal MPP Stephanie Smyth during a debate about a law that restricts public access to his records.

General Apr 24, 2026

Scottie Barnes's double-double carries Raptors to 126-104 rout of Cavaliers in Game 3

Scottie Barnes had a double-double as the Toronto Raptors routed the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-104 on Thursday in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series.

General Apr 24, 2026

Legal dispute pits Roncesvalles tenants against landlords over eviction notices and housing security

Tenants in a Roncesvalles Avenue building are fighting eviction notices they say threaten their long-term homes amid Toronto’s housing crunch. The owners, who also operate a clinic on the property, say the notices are lawful and driven by personal and business needs.

General Apr 24, 2026

Elderly man, dog dead after house fire in North York: police

A man in his 70s and a dog have died after a house fire in North York Thursday evening, said Toronto police.

General Apr 24, 2026

Meet the family-run company behind Drake's massive Toronto ice sculpture

After Drake's massive ice formation took over a parking lot in downtown Toronto, it had some people asking the question: 'How on earth did 3,500 blocks of ice end up there?'

General Apr 24, 2026

High stakes ahead for PWHL's super Saturday regular-season finale

All eight teams are in action in the PWHL's final day of the regular season on Saturday. The outcomes will determine which teams secure the final playoff spot, top seed in the playoffs and first-overall pick in the PWHL Draft.

General Apr 24, 2026
Ford government commits to passing code of conduct reform before municipal elections

Ford government commits to passing code of conduct reform before municipal elections

Minister Rob Flack told Global News he still intends to pass new municipal rules, including the ability to remove sitting councillors from office in the most extreme cases.

Canada Apr 24, 2026

Ticketmaster delists Ontario resale tickets after omnibus budget bill passed

Ticketmaster Canada is delisting resale tickets that customers have posted for Ontario events as it prepares to comply with incoming provincial legislation.

General Apr 24, 2026
Man dies after house fire in Toronto on Thursday evening

Man dies after house fire in Toronto on Thursday evening

Around 7 p.m., Toronto fire crews were called to the area of Pellatt Avenue and Academy Road to tackle a blaze.

Canada Apr 24, 2026
Man facing assault charge after player seriously hurt during Ontario hockey game

Man facing assault charge after player seriously hurt during Ontario hockey game

A 26-year-old man is facing charges after an alleged on-ice assault during a recreational hockey tournament in Southgate, Ont., last month.

Canada Apr 24, 2026
Jamison Battle ‘stays ready’ for Raptors

Jamison Battle ‘stays ready’ for Raptors

Jamison Battle knows exactly who he is.

Sports Apr 24, 2026
Ticketmaster delists resale tickets in Ontario ahead of price cap

Ticketmaster delists resale tickets in Ontario ahead of price cap

Ticketmaster spokesperson Shabnum Durrani says it removed the seats to comply with incoming provincial legislation that will cap the price of resale tickets at face value.

Canada Apr 24, 2026

Halton police offer $25K reward for information on missing 34-year-old Toronto woman

Halton police are offering a reward and appealing to the public for any information about a Toronto woman who has been missing since 2024.

General Apr 24, 2026

Ford government planning new provincial police detachment at Ontario Place

Provincial police are set to get a detachment at Ontario Place as its officers prepare to take over patrols on the Gardiner Expressway and Don Valley Parkway.

General Apr 24, 2026
Police offering $25K reward for information on disappearance of Toronto woman

Police offering $25K reward for information on disappearance of Toronto woman

Halton police are offering a $25,000 reward for anyone with information about the disappearance of a Toronto mother last seen in the Burlington area in 2024.

Crime Apr 24, 2026

'We're not done': Mayor says Toronto will fight provincial plan to take part of waterfront park

Mayor Olivia Chow urged Toronto residents on Friday to fight an Ontario government plan to take part of a waterfront park, saying the move is not democratic because the park belongs to the city.

General Apr 25, 2026

Blue Jays remove Jeff Hoffman from closer's role after 3 blown saves this season

After struggling to consistently close out games this season, Toronto Blue Jays reliever Jeff Hoffman had his closer tag removed Friday as the team opted for "shared responsibility" of ninth-inning duties on a short-term basis.

General Apr 25, 2026

Raptors' Quickley has setback in recovery, ruled out for rest of Cavaliers series

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley is out for the remainder of the team's first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

General Apr 25, 2026
UHN microbiologist killed by roommate remembered as compassionate and kind

UHN microbiologist killed by roommate remembered as compassionate and kind

A Toronto man has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for 12 years after pleading guilty to the second-degree murder of his former partner, Julia MacIsaac.

Crime Apr 24, 2026
Sens facing elimination minus injured Sanderson

Sens facing elimination minus injured Sanderson

Tim Stutzle fired a pass that hopped over Thomas Chabot's stick. Brady Tkachuk snapped a puck to no one in particular.

Sports Apr 24, 2026
Ontario company behind Drake ice stunt says shutdown was ‘unfortunate’

Ontario company behind Drake ice stunt says shutdown was ‘unfortunate’

The Ontario based company behind Drake's ice blocks in Toronto, told Global News they were pleased with the excitement around the album release stunt.

Trending Apr 24, 2026
Quickley out for rest of Raptors series with Cavs

Quickley out for rest of Raptors series with Cavs

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley is out for the remainder of the team's first-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Sports Apr 24, 2026
Billy Bishop Airport expropriation legislation includes large portions of Toronto Islands

Billy Bishop Airport expropriation legislation includes large portions of Toronto Islands

On Thursday, the province tabled legislation to take over the City of Toronto's portion of the tripartite agreement governing Billy Bishop Airport.

Canada Apr 24, 2026

Ontario hospitals announce job cuts as nearly three-quarters try to climb out of financial holes

Several Ontario hospitals have announced job cuts in recent months as they try to climb out of financial holes, a situation critics say will likely keep repeating.

General Apr 25, 2026

16-year-old boy dead after shooting inside Hamilton mall, police say

A 16-year-old boy has died in hospital after a shooting inside a downtown Hamilton shopping mall on Friday evening, police say.

General Apr 25, 2026

Canada's Nickeil Alexander-Walker named NBA's most improved player after huge scoring jump

Nickeil Alexander-Walker was voted the NBA's most improved player on Friday, beating out finalists Deni Avdija and Jalen Duren to become the second Hawks player to win the award in two years.

General Apr 25, 2026

Some Pride events cancelled, restructured as Toronto prepares to host FIFA World Cup

Smaller queer event organizers in Toronto say they are facing venue shortages, rising costs and logistical pressure as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches. Official Toronto Pride festival will proceed as planned, but some smaller events have been cancelled or scaled back.

General Apr 25, 2026

Ontario’s so-called salad bowl area could be flooded as Lake Simcoe water levels near historic highs

Rising water levels on Lake Simcoe are nearing a decades-long high and threatening to flood what's known as Ontario’s salad bowl area, a lush section of farmland north of Toronto that is a major producer of vegetables in the province.

General Apr 25, 2026
Boy, 16, killed in ‘brazen’ Hamilton shooting, suspects wanted

Boy, 16, killed in ‘brazen’ Hamilton shooting, suspects wanted

Authorities say a 16-year-old boy was gunned down inside a store at Jackson Square Mall early Friday, in what appears to be a targeted shooting.

Crime Apr 25, 2026

Man dead after shooting in Toronto, homicide team investigating: police

A man has died in hospital following a shooting Friday night in Toronto, said police.

General Apr 25, 2026

Watch Ottawa Charge take on Toronto Sceptres in season finale

The Toronto Sceptres visit the Ottawa Charge on Saturday in a matchup that has big playoff implications.

General Apr 25, 2026
Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway closed for the weekend

Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway closed for the weekend

Toronto's Gardiner Expressway is closed for repairs this weekend from Humber River to Spadina Avenue. The shutdown started Friday at 11 p.m. with reopening expected Monday morning.

Canada Apr 25, 2026
100-year-old walking 5k during Ottawa Race Weekend to raise funds for seniors

100-year-old walking 5k during Ottawa Race Weekend to raise funds for seniors

A 100-year-old Ottawa man is set to become the first centenarian to walk a 5K at Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend, raising funds for seniors and dementia care groups.

Canada Apr 25, 2026

Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes

Demonstrations are taking place across Ontario to protest against Premier Doug Ford and several of the province's recent controversial measures, including changes to freedom of information laws and OSAP grants.

General Apr 25, 2026

Police ID victim in fatal Hamilton shooting inside mall

Police have identified the 16-year-old boy who died in hospital after a shooting inside a downtown Hamilton shopping mall on Friday evening.

General Apr 26, 2026
Man dead after shooting in Toronto parking lot, police search for suspects

Man dead after shooting in Toronto parking lot, police search for suspects

A 30-year-old man is dead after a shooting in Toronto’s west end late Friday night. Police are searching for three suspects who fled the scene in a vehicle.

Crime Apr 25, 2026
Lights Out: Raptors adjusting to early start time

Lights Out: Raptors adjusting to early start time

Success in the NBA playoffs is all about adjustments. Who can make the necessary tweaks to adapt their game to what the series demands?

Sports Apr 25, 2026

This ecologist looks to wildfire history to support communities navigating the fires of today

Kira Hoffman, a fire ecologist at UBC who researches wildfire behavior and Indigenous-led fire stewardship, says her recent award from National Geographic is shared with the First Nations who've shared their knowledge and stewarded the land for millennia.

General Apr 26, 2026

Wedding dreams crushed as Kelowna winery goes into receivership

A Kelowna, B.C., winery has left a number of couples jilted at the altar after going into receivership. Court documents show Vibrant Vine owes lenders nearly $7 million — and took wedding bookings despite being in financial trouble.

General Apr 26, 2026

How Toronto General Hospital says it's alleviating high demand at its emergency department

At UHN's Toronto General Hospital, staff say being right downtown comes with its own unique set of challenges, and it's working alongside other organizations to help alleviate some of the demand in its emergency department.

General Apr 26, 2026

38 year old dead after crash with pickup truck travelling in wrong direction on Hwy 401: OPP

A 38 year old is dead and four people were taken to hospital, including two police officers, after two separate crashes took place in the same area on Highway 401 in Pickering early Sunday morning, said Ontario Provincial Police.

General Apr 26, 2026

One dead, four in hospital after single-vehicle crash in East Gwillimbury: York police

One person has died and four others taken to hospital after a crash in East Gwillimbury, Ont., north of Toronto.

General Apr 26, 2026

Raptors adjust to early start time for Game 4 of playoffs against Cavaliers

Toronto hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of their opening round series at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday. Cleveland leads the best-of-seven matchup 2-1.

General Apr 26, 2026

After autistic child's wandering from school, experts say Ontario's special education needs more support

Elopement, when an autistic person runs or wanders away from caregivers or a safe location, is a regular school safety consideration. Yet advocates and experts say the elopement of a nine-year-old from school this week puts the spotlight on inadequate in-school support of Ontario students with disabilities.

General Apr 26, 2026
Raptors Lawson available to play vs. Cavaliers

Raptors Lawson available to play vs. Cavaliers

A.J. Lawson of Brampton, Ont., has been cleared to play for the Toronto Raptors in today's matinee.

Sports Apr 26, 2026

De Grasse wins 200m in strong season-opening effort at Botswana Golden Grand Prix

Canadian star sprinter Andre De Grasse showed no signs of slowing down in his season opener on Sunday at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix.

General Apr 26, 2026
Toronto man’s HIV in remission after bone marrow transplant to treat cancer

Toronto man’s HIV in remission after bone marrow transplant to treat cancer

Doctors say a Toronto man has shown no signs of his HIV infection since receiving a bone marrow transplant. If he stays virus-free through 2027, he'll be considered cured.

Canada Apr 26, 2026

Vancouver FC settle for draw after late Ottawa equalizer

Emiliano García scored his first Canadian Premier League goal in the 97th minute Sunday as Atlético Ottawa came away with a tie against Vancouver FC and denied the visitors their first win of the season.

General Apr 27, 2026
Barnes, Ingram help Raptors past Cavaliers 93-89

Barnes, Ingram help Raptors past Cavaliers 93-89

Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic had a brief Serbian vocabulary lesson for Toronto reporters and fans after a 93-89 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Sports Apr 26, 2026