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B.C. residents drinking less but still too much, say health officials

British Columbians are consuming alcohol at rates lower than they have in decades, but the province’s health officials say we are still drinking too much. According to a new report, Living Well, Drinking less: Reducing Alcohol-related Harms in BC, released...

May 28, 2026 | Local

‘Sharp decline’ in auto theft and reported crashes across province, says ICBC

Breadcrumb Trail Links ‘Sharp decline’ in auto theft and reported crashes across province, says ICBC The spring data roundup from the public auto insurer also shows hybrid vehicle registrations have now eclipsed EVs in B.C. Author of the article: By...

May 28, 2026 | Local

One man dead in targeted late-night shooting in Langley

Breadcrumb Trail Links One man dead in targeted late-night shooting in Langley The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has taken over the case after shots were fired on Brydon Crescent just before midnight Tuesday Author of the article: By Joseph Ruttle...

May 28, 2026 | Local

See Vancouver’s Sen̓áḵw towers, from the inside out

Breadcrumb Trail Links See Vancouver’s Sen̓áḵw towers, from the inside out This week, the first Indigenous residents will move into the first tower, and calls will start going out to others that have registered for a chance at the market...

May 28, 2026 | Local

Transit workers vote on strike after failed talks with Coast Mountain Bus Company

Unionized bus drivers and SeaBus operators will vote Tuesday on whether to take strike action after contract talks between Unifor and the Coast Mountain Bus Company broke off. Unifor Locals 111 and 2200, which represent 5,000 transit workers across Metro...

May 27, 2026 | Local

Crow caution: concerned corvids commence careening season

Wildlife experts are warning people in the Lower Mainland amid increased reports of crows attacking to protect their young. Jackie McQuillan, programs director for the Wildlife Rescue Association of B.C., says the birds’ breeding season has begun, and residents have...

May 27, 2026 | Local

Reported Germany-Canada LNG deal would bolster investment case for Ksi Lisims: Eby

B.C. Premier David Eby says a deal for Canada to supply liquefied natural gas to Germany makes it more likely the Ksi Lisims project on the West Coast will proceed.  Eby made his remarks after multiple outlets reported German firm...

May 27, 2026 | Local

Sewer use warning lifted, leak repaired in Comox Valley

Residents in B.C.’s Comox Valley can now use toilets, dishwashers, laundry, and other household water-related equipment again. The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) says in a statement that repairs have been successfully completed, and the sewage leak has been stopped....

May 27, 2026 | Local

Attorney General Sharma says B.C. supports company’s request to reopen Cowichan case

British Columbia’s attorney general says it is rare to reopen a court case as significant as the landmark Cowichan Tribes title decision, but the government supports an effort to do so by the largest private property owner in the title...

May 27, 2026 | Local

Provincial minimum wage increases not enough: Living Wage BC

Affordability advocates say the new minimum wage will not allow workers and their families to live dignified lives. Starting June 1, the minimum wage in B.C. will climb to $18.25 an hour. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO 1130 NEWSRADIO VANCOUVER...

May 27, 2026 | Local