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Ontario moves to outlaw the resale of tickets for more than face value seven years after axing a cap on those prices; the price of gas is expected to rise and drag food prices up with it as the war in Iran drags on; and, the sexual assault trial of billionaire Frank Stronach will resume at the end of March.

Family and friends of a 13-year-old boy who was struck and killed by a GO train in Mississauga struggle to come to terms with their loss; Ontario works to update its medical records system as part of an effort to improve primary care; and, police issue a warning for homeowners to be cautious of aggressive door-to-door contractors.

Police charge a suspect in a home invasion in Vaughan who was shot by the homeowner as investigators search for three other suspects; calls for a provincial inquiry into an OPP probe that cleared three Toronto police officers accused of collusion in the Umar Zameer murder trial; and, statues on the grounds of the Ontario Legislature will soon be covered in protective wrapping.

The OPP clears three Toronto police officers accused of colluding to lie during the trial of Umar Zameer; renewed concerns about violence on the TTC after two men are sent to hospital following a stabbing inside the Bloor subway station; and, a 48-flurry of announcements from the Ford government on everything from bringing booze to street festivals to expending HOV lane use.

Fresh outrage over a convicted child killer getting two more passes for unescorted temporary absences from prison; Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveils a list of changes he wants to see to crack down on crime in the province; and, drivers call for more action as potholes cause problems for motorists across the city.

Gas prices are set to rise again in the GTA following a brief reprieve and one industry analyst says there may not be an end in sight to the “upward trajectory” amid the effective closure of the world’s busiest oil shipping channel.

The registered disability savings plan is a long-term savings plan designed to help those with disabilities save for the future, but some families say it could be improved; a new device being developed by Guelph University researchers is promising new hope for Lyme disease patients; and, a 102-year-old man won four races at Canadian Masters, still running long after most people expected him to hang up the shoes.

Premier Ford says the province will take control of Toronto's stake in the airport as part of a plan to expand runways to allow jets to operate; with the FIFA World Cup just months away Canada Men’s Soccer Coach Jesse Marsch is preparing for the biggest challenge of his career. But first, a very personal challenge is being highlighted; and, advances in vehicle technology come at a price, with more insurance companies 'writing off' vehicles after even minor accidents.

Torontonians have been given an early taste of spring, with unseasonably warm temperatures; a new pre-clearance facility at Billy Bishop Airport looks to speed things up for travellers heading to the U.S.; and, an agency that protects consumers in Ontario is warning some companies are accepting mortgage funds, despite not being licensed to do so.

More information is being revealed about the history of one of the higher-ranking officers charged in Project South. Jon Woodward reports; Mike Walker has more on how the Toronto Maple Leafs fared at this year's trade deadline, trading several players in exchange for future draft picks; Premier Doug Ford is considering a plan to fill in part of Lake Ontario to build a new convention centre. Siobhan Morris reports.

New disciplinary documents relating to Richard Black in the Project South investigation are expected to be released; Hamilton police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal shooting in 2023 following a dispute outside a billiard hall; and, many new products contain technology that makes appliances smarter and more efficient, but that doesn't mean they'll last longer.

Two people were arrested after a student protest at Queen’s Park got heated Wednesday afternoon; one day after former Mayor John Tory announced he would not be running for his old job, the attention turns to who will; and, Men going door-to-door offered to clean out an Etobicoke woman’s eavestroughs for a low price, but once they got on the roof, she was told it needed to be replaced right away.

Police are warning Oshawa residents about a convicted murderer released on a three-day unescorted temporary absence permit; many fraudulent texts and emails used to be easy to spot, but with the advent of 'AI' some scams can now look like the real thing; and, today marks 100 days until the FIFA World Cup arrives in Toronto, with the city hosting six games during the tournament.

A Mississauga woman’s disappearance nearly four years ago is now being investigated as a homicide; Around the clock construction is now underway at Bay and College, impacting traffic in the area for more than a month; and, the nearly year-long fight to save the ice at Weston Lions Arena has succeeded.

A construction worker was rescued more than four hours after being pinned by a piece of concrete at a construction site in the city’s west end on Friday; 27-year-old sentenced to nearly five years in prison after being found guilty of killing a York Regional Police officer in a head-on crash in 2022; Siobhan Morris looks at where things stand in the Legislature as Doug Ford marks one year since being re-elected as Ontario's premier.

Ontario’s plan to give special constables powers to arrest and charge people caught using drugs in public places is drawing mixed reviews; Durham Regional Police are showcasing the drones which will be serving as first responders in a new pilot project; and, Marilyn Denis is signing off after 40 years on Toronto’s airwaves.

A mother is speaking out about alleged violence she says her son endured at a Mississauga Montessori school; more than five years after defying public health orders during the pandemic, a former Toronto restaurant owner is getting his day in court; and, a unique program aims to give budding young scientists the change to get some hands-on experience.

A new report outlines the difficulties of selling newly built homes in the GTA; the Leafs returned to the ice for the first time since the Olympic break, as captain Auston Matthews made a stop at the White House; and, there are calls for an Auditor General inquiry into money Metrolinx has spent on SmartTrack stations which may never open to the public.

One day after violence erupted on the streets of Mexico, thousands of Canadians remain in the country with no clear picture how or when they’ll be able to leave; Calls continue for the provincial government to scrap their announced changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program, which critics say will leave many drowning in debt; and, a controversial drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer's has hit a roadblock in Canada.

There are more reports of travellers falling ill after staying at a Mexican resort, with some alleging the resort tried to get them to sign non-disclosure agreements in exchange for medical care; Canada's men's hockey team has advanced to the gold medal game at the Winter Olympics; and, there’s hope Taste of Danforth will return this summer after the premier indicated he’d provide support for the popular festival, contingent on aid from the city.

The federal government announced new measures it says will support law enforcement in ‘detecting and disrupting extortion’ across Canada; Dozens of Canadians returning from one hotel in Mexico are complaining of painful symptoms when they got back to Canada; and, a Toronto business executive has gifted $10M to Sunnybrook Health Sciences to expand treatment and research into obsessive compulsive disorder.

Wednesday's freezing rain was the first weather test for the new Eglinton Crosstown LRT; The third of seven complainants took the stand to testify about her alleged interactions with billionaire businessman Frank Stronach; and, sales staff can be aggressive, and you have to be careful you don't sign contracts for something you might not want or need.

Two people stabbed during an altercation inside a North York home on Monday night remain in critical condition, Toronto police say; Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited has announced a $141M investment into its facility in Brampton; and, fire services in the GTA are warning there's been an increase this year in the number of lithium-ion battery fires connected to e-bikes and e-scooters.

Canada's women's hockey team has their eyes on the road to gold after winning a semi-final matchup against Switzerland; actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95 after a career spent in front of and behind the camera, in some of the most iconic films of all time; and, Monday was the first full squad day at spring training for the Blue Jays and some of the team's newest additions are now on site.

Testimony continued Friday in the sexual assault trial of billionaire businessman Frank Stronach; Stellantis has offered workers from it's shuttered Brampton plant first choice of new shifts in Windsor, but it's unclear how many people will make the move; and, a classic video game has become a tool in the battle to overcome multiple sclerosis.

Metrolinx’s CEO acknowledged that the agency did not meet acceptable standards communicating with riders following a train derailment; the province has announced sweeping changes to support post-secondary institutions as they continue to face financial challenges; and, the Oshawa Generals have apologized to fans after asking them to bathe before coming to watch games.

Rahim Ladhani has more on how the city is showing its support after a deadly mass shooting in B.C.; The search continues for a 90-year-old man who went missing from his East end home nearly two weeks ago; and, Cuba continues to deal with a critical fuel shortage as Canadians there try to it home before the situation gets worse.

Councilors are putting their stamp of approval on Toronto's 2026 budget; the Gordie Howe International bridge has now become the centre of the latest dispute in the on-going trade war between the U.S. and Canada; and, at Holland Bloorview kids Rehabilitation Hospital - the Toronto Scepters are visiting but according to the players, the heroes are the kids.

After more than a decade of construction, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT is officially open and faced its first weekday rush; BMO has partnered with Wounded Warriors Canada to expand access to trauma support for veterans and first responder families; and, After more than six decades in business Steve’s Music Store has announced a major restructuring, with several locations closing in order to ‘stay strong in a competitive market.’

The premier has ruled out the possibility of a public inquiry into the Eglinton Crosstown LRT delays, despite calls from the opposition; a Scarborough artist is making his debut at the Art Gallery of Ontario with a new large-scale exhibit highlighting Sikh history; and, most of us don't think twice about using shampoo, deodorants, or lotions, but some of them could have substances that may cause serious side effects.

Seven Toronto police officers are allegedly implicated in an investigation by York Regional Police dubbed 'Project South;' there are growing calls for an inquiry into the Toronto Police Service by Ontario politicians following allegations of corruption; and, Pat Foran examines people making money through private lending and the risks they face while loaning money to individuals who were most likely denied by banks.

Dozens of parents and students rallied outside Bowmore road junior and senior public school calling for their teachers to be reinstated; an open house held this morning outlining the future of a high-speed rail in the city; and, a Toronto Pearson baggage handler caught in the act of moving a bag of cocaine decided to try and run and the takedown was caught on camera.

A pedestrian struck by a tractor-trailer in North York on Tuesday morning has died in hospital; NDP MPP Doly Begum is set to run for the federal Liberals in a byelection to fill the seat recently vacated by Bill Blair; and, it's estimated there are 14 million dogs and cats in Canada - but only about three per cent of pet owners have invested in pet insurance.

GO Transit service was ‘significantly impacted’ on multiple lines after a trail derailed while departing Union Station; more than a week after a record-setting snowstorm, cyclists say they are still unable to use many of the city's bike lanes; and, Pat Foran has the story of a couple who were turned away while trying to travel to Jamaica for a wedding with their grandchildren without the proper documentation.

Premier Doug Ford says he's disappointed in GM's decision and says the province has a plan to support impacted workers; an Ontario charity tied to a scandal-plagued government fund is under investigation by the OPP after donated clothes didn’t go to local charities as expected; and, Pat Foran has the story of a CTV viewer who just set an impressive milestone with his van, putting more than one million kilometers on it.

Days after two women were attacked by a dog in Oshawa, another woman has come forward saying those same dogs attacked her last year; researchers in London, Ont. are using so called "poop pills" to help improve results for advanced cancer patients; and, beware a new scam involving criminals seemingly interested in buying your used car tampering with your vehicle to make you think it has serious problems.

Two days after record setting snowfall, cleanup efforts continue around the GTHA; Two Oshawa moms are speaking out after a dog attack left them both bitten - and a four-year-old girl badly mauled; and, One of Canada's most popular loyalty programs is getting a new name - 'Blue Rewards.'

A group of cyclists are filing complaints against the Toronto Police after an officer charged two cyclists who were hit by a car on one of their rides; a man is dead after a targeted shooting in Vaughan on Monday afternoon, York police say; and, criminals are creating fake websites and forums using the logos of reputable companies for something called 'pump and dump' fraud.

The GTA braces for frigid temperatures as another winter storm blows into the region; former Canadian Olympic snowboarder and alleged drug kingpin Ryan Wedding is arrested in Mexico City; and, Mitch Marner returns to Scotiabank Arena for the first time since leaving the Maple Leafs to sign with the Vegas Golden Knights.

A 25-year-old man faces charges following an altercation in a Brampton parking lot that left a 50-year-old man dead; a Toronto senior is able to return to her home at a community housing building after more than a month of waiting for new windows; and, tickets for the upcoming Toronto Blue Jays season go on sale.

Another blast of winter weather has GTA residents digging out of the snow once again; a man is in hospital and police are searching for suspects after a shooting in Woodbridge; and, the family of a young boy who was struck and killed by a city bus in Hamilton say his death could have been prevented.

One person is unaccounted for after an early morning fire in Oshawa that sent three others to hospital; Toronto residents make their case at City Hall about where they want money in the proposed 2026 budget to be spent; and, support offices open at school boards under provincial supervision, but critics are questioning the move.

The search is on for two suspects after an early morning shooting at a North York townhouse complex that left a man with life-threatening injuries; Health-care workers sound the alarm that a sudden surge during the 2026 World Cup could cause the health-care system to buckle; and, Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks out on concerns he has with Chinese-made electric vehicles.

Snow-clearing efforts continue across the GTA from the first major storm of the season; commuters are once again left scrambling after service is shut down for the second morning in a row for Line 6 Finch West; and, all-star shortstop Bo Bichette ends his seven-year stretch with the Blue Jays after deciding to sign with the New York Mets.

Residents across the GTA are forced to dig themselves out of the snow after being walloped by a major winter storm; crews work hard to keep the runways at Pearson Airport clear after the storm causes delays and cancellations; and, the snowfall makes getting around the city on foot a treacherous ordeal.

A Toronto senior braces for the temperature to drop while waiting for the windows of her home to be replaced; charges are dropped against a teenager accused of harming raccoons and killing a cat in a Toronto neighbourhood; and, new statistics show there were major increases in home and auto insurance last year, a trend that's expected to continue in 2026.

Police are investigating after surveillance video captures two tow trucks being set on fire in Brampton; a community in York Region is shaken after a home is shot up twice in two days; and, representatives from all levels of government meet in Peel Region for a summit to address the growing problem of extortion crimes in southern Ontario.

Nearly $2 million worth of high-end vehicles are stolen during a brazen theft at a car dealership in Oakville; new numbers suggests that last year, Toronto experienced its fewest traffic-related deaths in a decade; and, another morning of delays for riders of Line 6 Finch West after service came to a stop during the morning commute.

A Mississauga man says he's been waiting for years to be compensated after his house was mistakenly demolished while he was on vacation with his family; Toronto's police chief responds to the recent rash of violence in the city, including two random stabbings; and, Toronto's new traffic czar speaks about his first week on the job.

A woman in her 30s is struck and killed by a truck in Etobicoke on Thursday morning; the hunt is on for an 18-year-old suspect in connection to a pair of random stabbing attacks; and, the city unveils its 2026 budget as Mayor Olivia Chow defends her decision to endorse a 2.2 per cent property tax hike.

A 28-year-old man faces a murder charge in connection to the death of a University of Toronto student who was shot and killed on campus just before Christmas; a gunman is recorded firing into a Brampton home in an alleged extortion attempt; and, the city's 2026 budget will come with a proposed 2.2 per cent tax bump for property owners.