🚨 Crime & Public Safety
- 10-day crackdown on open drug use announced by Winnipeg police. A zero-tolerance approach will be enforced in areas with high public drug activity. Police aim to reduce open drug use and sales without criminalizing addiction.
💼 Economy & Business
- Landfill methane major contributor to Winnipeg's carbon emissions. New analysis identifies methane emissions from the city's landfill as a significant factor in rising local greenhouse gas emissions.
- Winnipeg's affordable housing future emphasizes dignity and community. Proposed initiatives will prioritize innovative design to foster dignity in living spaces.
🏛️ Government & Politics
- Manitoba Liberals select local businessman for The Pas-Kameesak byelection. The appointment aims to strengthen their position in an upcoming key political race.
- Manitoba designates massage therapy as a regulated health profession. This milestone brings increased recognition and standards to the practice.
🏈 Sports
- Edmonton Elks secure late victory over Winnipeg Blue Bombers. A dramatic last-minute touchdown clinched the game 23-18, showcasing the Elks' resilience.
- Winnipeg Jets open to trade offers for star goalie Connor Hellebuyck. Team leadership is entertaining offers but remains tight-lipped on whether Hellebuyck has requested a trade.
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- New charge for N.S. teen conspiring with Manitoba youth.
- Small plane makes emergency landing on Manitoba highway.
- Knee replacement surgeries in Manitoba fall short of benchmarks.
- Winnipeg's St. John's High celebrates graduation.
- Venezuelans in Winnipeg await earthquake news.
- Brandon health groups respond to HIV spike with more testing.
- Winnipeg's new bike patrol program set to expand.
- Report calls for engagement on school absenteeism.
- NHL draft becomes secondary to 'win now' strategies.
- ATV therapy extends to women's chapters.
- Manitoba weather forecast for Friday.
