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February 24 2026 06:00 PM
iN PHOTOS: Moments between a pair of eagles in West Kelowna
When bald eagles find a mate they stay together until one of them dies, so these two are a pair for life.
Trump gives State of the Union address against backdrop of sliding poll numbers
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump stood before Congress Tuesday and declared “our nation is back” as he delivered the…
Canadian first: Kelowna realtor convicted for flying drone in wildfire zone
The realtor said the media coverage had been damaging to his career.
iN NUMBERS: Major sports events in Okanagan, Kamloops this year
Get some foam fingers and face paint because it's a good year to be a sports fan.
Number of Canadians registered in Mexico rising as airlines resume flights
OTTAWA — The number of Canadians in Mexico who have registered with Ottawa continued to rise Tuesday, even as airlines…
Kelowna teacher who failed to report ‘pantsing’ incident gets reprimanded
The victim's parents didn't want the pantsing issue elevated so the teacher kept it quiet. And that move cost him.
Carney pledges sanctions, $2 billion for Ukraine four years after full-scale invasion
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney promised another $2 billion in military aid and more sanctions on Moscow Tuesday as…
Not cold enough for world-class Okanagan ice wine this winter
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Ice wine began as a way to salvage frozen grapes that couldn’t be used for regular wine.
Arson fire damages downtown Vernon commercial building
“An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway."
Armed robbery suspects arrested in Kelowna
Two armed suspects walked into the store, took items and fled on foot.
Guilty verdict for Okanagan man who broke into ex’s house armed with a screwdriver
The judge said much of his evidence was “inherently unbelievable.”
Osoyoos chef guilty of sexually assaulting 17-year-old cook during smoke break
The chef told the teen he had cigarettes in his car.
Mistrial in Kamloops alleged torture case, jury dismissed
The two accused remain on bail.
Not cold enough for world-class Okanagan ice wine this winter
Ice wine began as a way to salvage frozen grapes that couldn’t be used for regular wine.
‘Cruel’ BC landlord who made life harder for disabled tenant ordered to pay $100,000
The Human Rights Tribunal said the landlords knew about their tenants disability and did nothing to accommodate her.
Speed and impairment factors in fatal Kelowna crash
“The victim was a 43-year-old male living in Kelowna at the time of the collision."
American country musician turned away from Kelowna for decade old weed conviction
“Everybody’s got a past. Mine’s still haunting me."
February 24 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Thoughts with the hard-working, peaceful people of Puerto Vallarta
Lots of folks from the Thompson-Okanagan were there when that famous Mexican Lawlessness returned in a big way with reports of fires, gunshots and violence in the streets.
February 23 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: Decent Americans must reject Trump and his fascism
"Hey, folks it doesn’t matter that you go to church on Sunday…or do some nice things for those who look and act like you…if you sit idly by…with your ears and eyes tuned to Right Wing propaganda networks and watch as democracy in America fails."
February 18 2026 11:59 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Vernon Mounties face tough choices in toxic work environment
"I don't know how to explain how desperate some Mounties in Vernon must be to speak with reporters at all, let alone tell Ben Bulmer about serious trouble at their detachment."
Report details B.C. First Nation, Vancouver Police Board collaboration breakdown
VANCOUVER — A man who was handcuffed by police along with his 12-year-old granddaughter after…
B.C. launches $400M fund to directly invest in private projects
VICTORIA — British Columbia has launched a $400 million fund to directly invest in private-sector…
February 24 2026 06:32 PM
Trump gives State of the Union address against backdrop of sliding poll numbers
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump stood before Congress Tuesday and declared “our nation is…
February 24 2026 05:15 PM
Report details B.C. First Nation, Vancouver Police Board collaboration breakdown
VANCOUVER — A man who was handcuffed by police along with his 12-year-old granddaughter after…
February 24 2026 04:16 PM
Canadian official says Cuban regime ‘quite stable’ as U.S. oil blockade tightens grip
OTTAWA — Cuba’s envoy to Ottawa says the U.S. is trying to overthrow his country’s…
February 24 2026 07:45 PM
The Latest: Trump will lay out his midterm agenda at the State of the Union
President Donald Trump is giving his State of the Union address. He’s slated to champion…
February 24 2026 07:30 PM
Early takeaways from Trump’s State of the Union: Sales mode to pitch economy, draft on patriotism
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump was in sales mode. With Republicans heading into a…
February 24 2026 07:26 PM
Trial begins for group accused of antifa links in shooting at Texas immigration detention center
DALLAS (AP) — Federal prosecutors told jurors Tuesday that a shooting outside a Texas immigration…
Trump gives State of the Union address against backdrop of sliding poll numbers
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump stood before Congress Tuesday and declared “our nation is…
B.C. launches $400M fund to directly invest in private projects
VICTORIA — British Columbia has launched a $400 million fund to directly invest in private-sector…
Hughes’ OT goal for Team USA vs Canada in Olympic final averages 26M live viewers on NBC, Peacock
Jack Hughes’ overtime goal, which gave the United States its first Olympic gold medal in…
Gov. Gavin Newsom takes heat from Republicans and LGBTQ+ lawmakers during book tour
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If politicians write memoirs to generate online buzz and headlines, California…
February 24 2026 07:46 PM
NC State reserve is ejected for leaving the bench during skirmish vs. Virginia
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — An altercation near midcourt in the second half of Tuesday night’s…
February 24 2026 07:39 PM
Miller, Knueppel lead Charlotte past Chicago 131-99 for 8th straight road win
CHICAGO (AP) — Brandon Miller scored 23 points, Kon Knueppel added 21, and the hot-shooting…
February 24 2026 07:31 PM
Cavaliers pull away in second half for 109-94 victory over Knicks
CLEVELAND (AP) — Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points, James Harden added 20 and the Cleveland…
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February 23 2026 08:00 PM
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February 22 2026 08:00 PM
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