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• Tuesday 10AM May 31/22

  Manitoba First Nation declares state of emergency after supply barge explosion

  

  A Manitoba First Nation says it may have to ration food and fuel after the barge that regularly brings supplies to the community exploded earlier this month.

  © Global | Tue, May 31, 2022, 10:18AM

• Tuesday 08AM May 31/22

  Leylah Fernandez eliminated in French Open quarterfinals

  

  Canadian Leylah Fernandez was defeated by Martina Trevisan of Italy in the quarterfinals of the French Open. Trevisan won the match 6-2, 6-7 (3), 6-3. The Italian had a chance to win in two sets against the 17th-seeded Canadian at Court Philippe Chatrier but Fernandez, hobbled by a foot injury, saved a match point and […]

  The post Leylah Fernandez eliminated in French Open quarterfinals appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Tue, May 31, 2022, 8:36AM

• Tuesday 08AM May 31/22

  'Intense' low-pressure system bringing heavy rain, severe winds to Manitoba

  

  An “intense” low-pressure system is bringing heavy rain to southern Manitoba on Tuesday, according to Environment Canada.

  © CTV | Tue, May 31, 2022, 8:15AM

• Tuesday 07AM May 31/22

  McPhillips Street underpass closed as rain, wind and snow warnings cover parts of Manitoba

  

  The extreme spring weather Manitoba has experienced in recent weeks continues on Tuesday with rainfall, wind and snowfall warnings across parts of southern and northern regions.

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 7:47AM

• Tuesday 07AM May 31/22

  Flooding shuts McPhillips, Logan underpass in Winnipeg on Tuesday

  

  The Winnipeg Police Service has closed Mcphillips Street between Logan and Jarvis due to flooding on Tuesday. 

  © Global | Tue, May 31, 2022, 7:32AM

• Tuesday 07AM May 31/22

  How much rain fell in southern Manitoba over the past 24 hours?

  

  As southern Manitoba continues to be hit with heavy rain, a number of communities received more than 50 mm of rain over the last 24 hours.

  © CTV | Tue, May 31, 2022, 7:32AM

• Tuesday 07AM May 31/22

  Man who posted nudes of ex on Twitter for revenge given 9 months in jail

  

  A Manitoba man has been sentenced to nine months in jail after uploading intimate photos of his ex-girlfriend to Twitter in an act of revenge.

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 7:29AM

• Tuesday 06AM May 31/22

  Hot summer temperatures, big storms to sweep much of Canada, Weather Network predicts

  

  Seasonal or higher than normal temperatures across much of the country will offer Canadians a chance to enjoy the summer, but predictions from a prominent national forecaster warn the humidity could welcome a rather stormy few months.

  © CTV | Tue, May 31, 2022, 6:28AM

• Tuesday 05AM May 31/22

  Dozens of drivers get speeding ticket refunds because Winnipeg construction zone sign wasn't legal

  

  A man who fought a speeding ticket in court succeeded in having the ticket canceled not only for himself but also for more than 40 other drivers because the speed reduction sign was not legal in the first place.

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 5:00AM

• Tuesday 05AM May 31/22

  Winnipeg police report officers used force less in 2021 compared to past years

  

  Officers either used physical force or presented a weapon to gain compliance during 699 incidents last year, according to a report for the Winnipeg police board. 

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 5:00AM

• Tuesday 05AM May 31/22

  Former Winnipeg CAO Phil Sheegl appeals court ruling ordering him to pay $1.1 M to City of Winnipeg

  

  Phil Sheegl, Winnipeg's former chief administrative officer, is appealing a decision by Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal, which directed him to pay more than $1million in damages to the city.

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 5:00AM

• Tuesday 05AM May 31/22

  The 2022 Winnipeg mayoral race: Few promises to keep, so far

  

  With the first month of Winnipeg's mayoral race in the rearview mirror, voters can be forgiven for not having a clue what most of the candidates would do if they get elected.

  © CBC | Tue, May 31, 2022, 5:00AM

• Monday 11PM May 30/22

  Guns, comic books among stolen items seized in St. Andrews

  

  A suspect is wanted after police seized more than $100,000 in stolen items from a property in the RM of St. Andrews.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:12PM

• Monday 08PM May 30/22

  New CMHR exhibit looks at how people think about racism

  

  A new exhibit at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights is exploring racism and how people think about it.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 8:43PM

• Monday 08PM May 30/22

  Mosquitoes being kept at bay despite excessive rain in Winnipeg

  

  In the city’s past, with the arrival of rain has come the arrival of mosquitoes – but, so far this season, that hasn't happened.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 8:35PM

• Monday 07PM May 30/22

  ‘My poor baby died all alone’: Crown seeking adult sentence in Winnipeg manslaughter trial

  

  An emotional day in court Monday for the family of homicide victim Joshua Hansen, as they shared tearful and heart-wrenching victim impact statements.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 7:42PM

• Monday 06PM May 30/22

  Proposed federal legislation freezing sale, imports of handguns draws criticism from Winnipeg gun owner

  

  New legislation tabled by the federal government is taking aim at handgun ownership and a Winnipeg gun owner is concerned about what it could mean.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:56PM

• Monday 06PM May 30/22

  Weeks-long demolition of historic Portage Avenue building underway following fire

  

  As a century-old building at Langside Street and Portage Avenue that was razed by fire is demolished, a city spokesperson said the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:26PM

• Monday 06PM May 30/22

  Manitoba bill would let people get information on partner's violent past

  

  Families Minister Rochelle Squires introduced a bill that would let people seek information about their partner's past if they believe there is a risk of violence to them or their children.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:02PM

• Monday 05PM May 30/22

  Manitoba proposes path to increase minimum wage above inflation

  

  The Manitoba government is proposing legislation that would allow for a higher minimum wage to help people cope with inflation, but said it will consult with business and labour groups before deciding on an exact figure. “We are living in very uncertain times right now,” Labour Minister Reg Helwer said Monday. The province adjusts the […]

  The post Manitoba proposes path to increase minimum wage above inflation appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:52PM

• Monday 05PM May 30/22

  'High-value' comic books among $100,000 worth of stolen property recovered by RCMP

  

  Comic books and other collectibles were among the items seized by RCMP during a recent investigation.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:25PM

• Monday 05PM May 30/22

  Wet weather posing challenges for Manitoba farmers; even more rain expected

  

  The spring of 2022 is on track to be one of the wettest recorded in Manitoba history. The constant wet weather has led to many farmers throughout the province having to put off crucial seeding for sizeable portions of their land.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:10PM

• Monday 04PM May 30/22

  Manitoba bill would allow people access to partner’s violent history

  

  The province is putting forth its version of Clare's Law, which legally allows Manitobans to access to their intimate partner's documented violent history.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 4:59PM

• Monday 04PM May 30/22

  Manitobans call for change to flood insurance policies: ‘It’s not just a cabin in the bush anymore’

  

  Manitobans who own cottages don't qualify for overland flood coverage. With more climate disasters happening than ever before, some say it's time to revisit those policies. 

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 4:52PM

• Monday 04PM May 30/22

  Weather system could bring up to 75mm of rain to southeastern Manitoba

  

  High waves and 75 millimeters of rain could swamp communities along Manitoba's largest lakes, threatening over 50 communities and provincial parks.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 4:25PM

• Monday 04PM May 30/22

  Competition Bureau says Rogers and Shaw agree to preliminary injunction

  

  The Competition Bureau says Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. have agreed to a preliminary injunction that prevents them from closing their proposed $26-billion merger until the Competition Tribunal hears a challenge from the commissioner. The regulatory agency says Rogers and Shaw have also agreed to the commissioner of competition’s request for an expedited […]

  The post Competition Bureau says Rogers and Shaw agree to preliminary injunction appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 4:15PM

• Monday 04PM May 30/22

  Overland flood warning expanded as more rain is set to hit southeastern Manitoba

  

  An overland flood warning that was issued on Sunday has been expanded in Manitoba as parts of the province prepare to see up to 75 millimetres of rain over the next 48 hours.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 4:12PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Winnipeg zoo welcomes new polar bear from B.C.

  

  Agee, a 26-year-old female polar bear, is the zoo's latest resident, after spending most of her life with private owners in British Columbia.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:43PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Free outdoor movies at Assiniboine Park back for 2022!!!

  Assiniboine Park is having free Friday night movies again in August at the Lyric Theatre!! There is an early and a late show every friday, early show is at 6:30pm and late show is at 8:45pm. Bring a chair or ... Read More »

  The post Free outdoor movies at Assiniboine Park back for 2022!!! appeared first on Save Money in Winnipeg.

  © Save Money in Winnipeg | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:40PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Manitoba bringing in Clare's Law with new bill

  

  Manitoba may be the next province to let police warn people that they are at risk of intimate partner violence.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:17PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Manitoba proposes path to increase minimum wage above inflation

  

  A bill before the Manitoba legislature would give the provincial cabinet the authority to order a higher increase to minimum wage in years when inflation runs above five per cent.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:13PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  ‘Agee’ the polar bear arrives at Assiniboine Zoo

  

  Agee, a 26-year-old polar bear, is being welcomed at the Leatherdale International Polar Bear Conservation Centre at the Assiniboine Park Zoo.

  The post ‘Agee’ the polar bear arrives at Assiniboine Zoo appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:08PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Manitoba to bring in bill to increase minimum wage

  

  A new bill introduced by the Manitoba government would give them the power to implement larger increases to the province’s minimum wage.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:06PM

• Monday 03PM May 30/22

  Longest-serving Winnipeg city councillor endorses Gillingham for mayor

  

  Coun. Jeff Browaty (North Kildonan) is backing Scott Gillingham, who's currently the councillor for St. James, for mayor. He's the second sitting councillor to do so, after Coun. Markus Chambers (St. Norbert-Seine River).

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 3:00PM

• Monday 02PM May 30/22

  Ongoing Manitoba flood threat exacerbated by more storms as communities try to recover

  

  With near-record precipitation in Manitoba already this year and more rain in the forecast, Manitoba communities remain on watch for rising floodwaters.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:56PM

• Monday 02PM May 30/22

  Heavy rains, strong winds could rise southern Manitoba lakes by 5 feet, province warns

  

  Manitoba has expanded an overland flood warning issued Sunday as up to 75 mm of rain is forecast to fall over the southern portion of the province in the next two days.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:54PM

• Monday 02PM May 30/22

  Part 2 – Costco unadvertised deals of the week starting May 30th

  Here is the second part of the deals of the week from the Kenaston location in Winnipeg. Make sure to check out the first part.

  The post Part 2 – Costco unadvertised deals of the week starting May 30th appeared first on Save Money in Winnipeg.

  © Save Money in Winnipeg | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:38PM

• Monday 02PM May 30/22

  Part 1 – Costco unadvertised deals of the week starting May 30th

  Here are the deals from the Kenaston location in Winnipeg. Deals are mostly the same from store to store, just some variety due to stock or seasonal items. Make sure to check out the second part of the deals of ... Read More »

  The post Part 1 – Costco unadvertised deals of the week starting May 30th appeared first on Save Money in Winnipeg.

  © Save Money in Winnipeg | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:31PM

• Monday 02PM May 30/22

  Manitoba moves to raise minimum wage after receiving flak for soon offering Canada's lowest

  

  The Manitoba government wants to give itself the legislative powers to boost the minimum wage presumably above a rate that's poised to be the lowest in Canada this October.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:19PM

• Monday 01PM May 30/22

  Manitoba already facing 2nd-wettest spring on record with more thunderstorms in forecast

  

  If it seems like the province is being plagued with never-ending precipitation in 2022, you're not necessarily wrong — this spring is coming close to the all-time wettest.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 1:55PM

• Monday 01PM May 30/22

  Agee the polar bear retires from movie industry to live out days at Assiniboine Park Zoo

  

  The Assiniboine Park Zoo has welcomed Agee, a 26-year-old polar bear and Canadian film star to the Leatherdale International Polar Bear Conservation Centre.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 1:54PM

• Monday 12PM May 30/22

  Assiniboine Park Zoo welcoming new polar bear from B.C.

  

  The zoo announced Monday that a 26-year-old polar bear named Agee is coming to the zoo from British Columbia.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 12:54PM

• Monday 12PM May 30/22

  No foul play in missing man’s death: Manitoba RCMP

  

  A missing man last seen leaving a vehicle on a closed section of highway near Morris was found dead Sunday, RCMP say. Foul play is not suspected.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 12:08PM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  Canada’s Leylah Fernandez reaches French Open quarters

  

  Canadian Leylah Fernandez edged out American Amanda Anisimova on Sunday to secure her ticket to the Roland Garros singles quarterfinals this year.

  The post Canada’s Leylah Fernandez reaches French Open quarters appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:46AM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  Woman killed, two others injured when vehicle fleeing traffic stop hits tree: Winnipeg police

  

  The province's police watchdog is investigating after a person was killed following an attempted traffic stop early Monday morning.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:27AM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  Woman killed in early morning car crash during flight from Winnipeg police

  

  All three occupants were taken to hospital — the driver and a teenage passenger in unstable condition, and another passenger in critical condition, who later died of her injuries.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:26AM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  Murder charge laid in death of mom of 4 in the Maples

  

  A man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of Tessa Perry, 31, who died in hospital Saturday night after being assaulted in the Maples neighbourhood.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:11AM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  Murder charge laid in death of woman in The Maples neighbourhood

  

  A man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of Tessa Perry, 31, who died in hospital Saturday night after being assaulted in The Maples neighbourhood.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:11AM

• Monday 11AM May 30/22

  U.S., Canadian regulators tie hepatitis cases to strawberries

  

  U.S. and Canadian regulators are investigating a hepatitis outbreak that may be linked to fresh organic strawberries. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Public Health Agency of Canada released a joint statement regarding illnesses in Minnesota, California and Canada.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 11:00AM

• Monday 10AM May 30/22

  Winnipeg man charged in city’s 22nd homicide of 2022

  

  A Winnipeg man has been charged in connection with a 31-year-old woman’s death over the weekend.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 10:50AM

• Monday 10AM May 30/22

  Another Colorado low is frustrating Manitoba farmers who can't seed their fields

  

  Producers are growing increasingly ticked off with Mother Nature, which is keeping them from seeding all of their crops. Another Colorado low is only expected to add to that frustration.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 10:36AM

• Monday 10AM May 30/22

  Murder suspect arrested, victim identified in weekend Winnipeg homicide

  

  Winnipeg police have made an arrest in the death of a 31-year-old Winnipeg woman who was found unconscious and injured Saturday night in the Maples area.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 10:35AM

• Monday 10AM May 30/22

  Woman dead, two others in hospital after car crashes into tree: Winnipeg police

  

  One woman is dead and two other people are in unstable condition after a car crashed into a tree on Monday.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 10:21AM

• Monday 09AM May 30/22

  Emergency crews rescue man from Red River near Redwood Bridge

  

  The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service rescued a man the Red River early Monday morning.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 9:50AM

• Monday 09AM May 30/22

  Firefighters rescue man from Red River Monday morning

  

  A man was taken to the hospital this morning after he was found “struggling” in the Red River, according to the City of Winnipeg.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 9:48AM

• Monday 09AM May 30/22

  Man rescued from Red River by Winnipeg paramedics Monday morning

  

  Police and paramedics were called to a scene near the Disraeli Bridge just before 6 a.m. with reports that a man was struggling in the water while being swept north down the river.

  © Global | Mon, May 30, 2022, 9:21AM

• Monday 09AM May 30/22

  Nexus program backlog balloons to nearly 300,000 applications

  

  Canada's backlog of Nexus applications has ballooned into the hundreds of thousands, despite a sharp downturn in applicants during the pandemic.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 9:16AM

• Monday 08AM May 30/22

  Monkeypox WHO expert doesn’t expect pandemic as situation evolves

  

  A top monkeypox expert with the WHO warns that anyone is at potential risk of getting the disease, as the agency continues to investigate the virus' spread.

  The post Monkeypox WHO expert doesn’t expect pandemic as situation evolves appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 8:59AM

• Monday 08AM May 30/22

  South Perimeter Highway construction begins Monday

  

  Construction on Manitoba’s South Perimeter Highway is scheduled to begin on Monday.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 8:19AM

• Monday 07AM May 30/22

  'After 25 years, they're only halfway done,' chief says on anniversary of Manitoba land entitlement deal

  

  Chief Nelson Genaille says he has “mixed emotions” about the 25th anniversary of an agreement between the government and a group of First Nations in Manitoba to make good on land debt.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 7:49AM

• Monday 07AM May 30/22

  'Powerful' Colorado low bringing heavy rain, wind to southern Manitoba

  

  Those living in southern Manitoba should brace for a heavy downpour and strong winds at the start of the week.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 7:45AM

• Monday 07AM May 30/22

  Calls for major changes to military over sexual misconduct in new report

  

  A highly anticipated report on how to deal with sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has been released by the federal government on Monday, and sweeping changes are being recommended. The Liberal government tapped retired Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour last April to come up with ways to address sexual misconduct in the […]

  The post Calls for major changes to military over sexual misconduct in new report appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 7:13AM

• Monday 06AM May 30/22

  Weather warnings issued for most of southern Manitoba

  

  A powerful Colorado low is expected to bring high winds to areas of western Manitoba, including Brandon, and significant rainfall amounts to south central and southeastern areas of Manitoba, including Winnipeg, due to a special weather statement today and Tuesday.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:58AM

• Monday 06AM May 30/22

  New handgun restrictions expected in federal firearm-control bill today

  

  New measures to curb handguns are expected to be a central feature of federal legislation tabled this afternoon, the Liberal government’s latest — and likely boldest — suite of proposed actions to control access to firearms in Canada. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino will present the bill after the daily question period before joining Prime […]

  The post New handgun restrictions expected in federal firearm-control bill today appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:45AM

• Monday 06AM May 30/22

  For a supposedly secure currency, there are a lot of crypto thefts. Why?

  

  In today’s Big Story podcast, you see them in the headlines every week or so: Hundreds of thousands — more often, millions — of dollars in cryptocurrency or NFTs, stolen by hackers or scammers who lured their victims into providing access to their secure wallets, only to empty them out. As more and more non-experts […]

  The post For a supposedly secure currency, there are a lot of crypto thefts. Why? appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:13AM

• Monday 06AM May 30/22

  New handgun restrictions expected in federal firearm-control bill today

  

  New measures to curb handguns are expected to be a central feature of federal legislation tabled this afternoon, the Liberal government's latest -- and likely boldest -- suite of proposed actions to control access to firearms in Canada.

  © CTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 6:09AM

• Monday 05AM May 30/22

  American comedian's racist remarks spark walkout at Winnipeg comedy show

  

  An Ojibway woman says she was among at least 30 people who walked out of Rumor's Comedy Club in Winnipeg on Friday due to several racist and homophobic comments they heard from the stage.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:00AM

• Monday 05AM May 30/22

  Homeowners face 'absolutely dreadful' prospect of losing their houses as cost of living rises

  

  As the inflation rate climbs, some homeowners in Manitoba say they’re worried they’ll be forced out of their houses to make ends meet.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:00AM

• Monday 05AM May 30/22

  Inner-city Winnipeg housing complex sits vacant, up for sale only 12 years after it was built

  

  Manitoba is looking to redevelop, sell or give away an inner-city Winnipeg housing complex that sits vacant only 12 years after it was built at a cost of $3.7 million.

  © CBC | Mon, May 30, 2022, 5:00AM

• Monday 02AM May 30/22

  Jubilee: Balcony moment tells UK monarchy’s story over years

  

  The balcony appearance is the centerpiece of almost all royal celebrations in Britain, as the Royal family marks weddings, coronations, and jubilees.

  The post Jubilee: Balcony moment tells UK monarchy’s story over years appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Mon, May 30, 2022, 2:03AM

• Sunday 07PM May 29/22

  Manitoba 1st province to cover costs of medical tests for Ukrainians fleeing war

  

  The Manitoba government has quietly agreed to cover the costs of medical exams for Ukrainian newcomers which are needed for them to update their work permits and get jobs in healthcare, childcare and agriculture.

  © CBC | Sun, May 29, 2022, 7:57PM

• Sunday 07PM May 29/22

  Group rallies at legislature for 6th annual Winnipeg women's march

  

  The rain on Sunday cleared just in time for the sixth annual women’s march in Winnipeg, where about 40 people met outside the Manitoba Legislative Building to bring awareness to issues affecting people across the globe.

  © CBC | Sun, May 29, 2022, 7:33PM

• Sunday 06PM May 29/22

  'Get the job done': Manitoba First Nations call on government to fulfil 25-year-old land agreement

  

  Sunday marked the 25th anniversary since the Manitoba Framework Agreement on Treaty Land Entitlement was signed --a day of celebration, but also an important reminder of unfinished business.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 6:34PM

• Sunday 05PM May 29/22

  'Major meteor outburst': Monday could bring a large meteor shower if all conditions are met

  

  If the weather holds out and the right conditions are met in space, Manitobans will be able to see a spectacular meteor shower Monday night.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 5:59PM

• Sunday 05PM May 29/22

  Tornado watch in effect for parts of southern Manitoba along international border

  

  Severe thunderstorms might be accompanied by tornadoes Sunday over parts of southern Manitoba, Environment Canada says.

  © CBC | Sun, May 29, 2022, 5:22PM

• Sunday 04PM May 29/22

  Flooding in Manitoba recipe for annoying mosquito season

  

  All the standing water in flooded fields, ditches and backyards could create an irritating summer of mosquitos.

  © Global | Sun, May 29, 2022, 4:00PM

• Sunday 01PM May 29/22

  Former leader of Manitoba Liberals becomes ninth candidate for mayor of Winnipeg

  

  A ninth candidate has thrown her hat in the ring to become the next mayor of Winnipeg. Lawyer Rana Bokhari, the former leader of the Manitoba Liberals, announced she is running earlier this week. Current mayor Brian Bowman previously announced he would not be seeking re-election. Bokhari became the first female minority leader of the […]

  The post Former leader of Manitoba Liberals becomes ninth candidate for mayor of Winnipeg appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 1:47PM

• Sunday 01PM May 29/22

  Winnipeg Pride organizer relishes progress of LGBTQ2+ rights, says much more needs to be done

  

  Winnipeg Pride is taking a safe and sustainable approach to celebrations in 2022 as the event marks 35 years of work. Officials say the community is excited to reunite in person following the recent pandemic pauses. “As much as restrictions have been lifted, we’re also working daily with city officials, federal and provincial officials to […]

  The post Winnipeg Pride organizer relishes progress of LGBTQ2+ rights, says much more needs to be done appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 1:08PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala shot dead

  

  National reports say 28-year-old singer, rapper, and congressional candidate Sidhu Moose Wala was killed in India Sunday.

  The post Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala shot dead appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:49PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Cross-border rockabilly legend Ronnie Hawkins dies at 87

  

  Ronnie Hawkins, the southern U.S. rockabilly artist who sowed the seeds of Canada's music scene after moving north, has died at 87. Hawkins was godfather to a generation of influential artists, including musicians he enlisted for his backing band the Hawks, which would go on to play for Bob Dylan. His wife Wanda confirmed to The Canadian Press that Hawkins died Sunday morning after a long illness.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:44PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  School division to conduct review after students find dead body during community cleanup

  

  School leadership say they’ll be conducting a review after a group of students discovered a dead body in an empty field while participating in a community clean-up event in Winnipeg on Friday. “We have a workplace health and safety officer and she will do a thorough analysis of what happened here,” said Superintendent Ted Fransen […]

  The post School division to conduct review after students find dead body during community cleanup appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:43PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Cross-border rockabilly legend Ronnie Hawkins dies at 87

  

  Ronnie Hawkins, the southern U.S. rockabilly artist who sowed the seeds of Canada’s music scene after moving north, has died at 87. His wife Wanda confirmed to The Canadian Press that Hawkins died Sunday morning after a long illness. “He went peacefully and he looked as handsome as ever,” she said in a phone interview. […]

  The post Cross-border rockabilly legend Ronnie Hawkins dies at 87 appeared first on CityNews Winnipeg.

  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:40PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Multiple days of rain expected in parts of southern Manitoba: Environment Canada

  

  Parts of southern Manitoba are once again bracing for several days of a rain as Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:35PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  U.S. Justice Dept. to review police response to Texas school shooting

  

  The U.S. Justice Department said Sunday it will review the law enforcement response to the shooting in Uvalde, Texas, that left 19 students and two teachers dead. The review comes amid mounting pressure and questions about the shifting and at times contradictory information about what happened in the shooting last Tuesday at Robb Elementary School, and how police responded.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:30PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  U.S. Justice Dept. to review response to Texas school shooting

  

  The U.S. Justice Department said Sunday it will review the law enforcement response to the Texas school shooting, an unusual federal look back prompted by questions about the shifting and at times contradictory information from authorities that have enraged a community in shock and sorrow.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:30PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  U.S. president called again to mourn with a city stricken by grief

  

  U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden are hoping to console a city stricken by grief and anger when they meet with families affected by the mass shooting at a Texas elementary school that killed 19 students and two teachers. The visit to Uvalde on Sunday is Biden’s second trip in as many […]

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  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:11PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Handguns used in majority of firearm-related violent crimes in Canada, StatCan finds

  

  After falling for several years, rates of firearm-related violent crime are on the rise in Canada, the majority of which involve handguns, a recent report from Statistics Canada shows.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:10PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  As Ottawa readies new firearms bill, StatCan says violent gun crime is on the rise

  

  After falling for several years, rates of firearm-related violent crime are on the rise in Canada, the majority of which involve handguns, a recent report from Statistics Canada shows.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:10PM

• Sunday 12PM May 29/22

  Woman dies of injuries in hospital after reported assault: WPS

  

  Winnipeg police say a 31-year-old woman died in hospital after an alleged assault late Saturday night. Officers say they were responding to a report of an assault on Marlow Court near Mapleglen Drive around 10 p.m. Police found an unconscious woman with upper-body injuries and performed emergency first aid. The victim was transported to hospital, […]

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  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 12:02PM

• Sunday 11AM May 29/22

  Environment Canada warns of thunderstorms, potential flooding in southeastern Manitoba

  

  Environment Canada is predicting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to hit southeastern Manitoba over the coming days, with a potential for flash flooding.

  © Global | Sun, May 29, 2022, 11:48AM

• Sunday 11AM May 29/22

  'Top Gun: Maverick' wins Tom Cruise 1st $100 million opening

  

  Forget breaking the sound barrier: Tom Cruise just flew past a major career milestone. The 59-year-old superstar just got his first $100 million opening weekend with 'Top Gun: Maverick.'

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 11:13AM

• Sunday 11AM May 29/22

  Woman, 31, killed in The Maples: Winnipeg police

  

  Police are investigating an apparent homicide after a woman, 31, was found suffering from upper-body injuries in The Maples area of Winnipeg on Saturday night. She died in hospital.

  © CBC | Sun, May 29, 2022, 11:12AM

• Sunday 11AM May 29/22

  Police looking for information after woman dies in reported assault Saturday

  

  Winnipeg police say a woman has died after a reported assault Saturday night.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 11:06AM

• Sunday 10AM May 29/22

  Woman dies after being found unconscious, injured in Maples neighbourhood

  

  A 31-year-old woman is dead after police say they found her unconscious, suffering from upper-body injuries Saturday night.

  © Global | Sun, May 29, 2022, 10:59AM

• Sunday 10AM May 29/22

  Southeast Manitoba facing 30-50 mm of rain over coming days: Environment Canada

  

  Environment Canada says more rain is expected for water-logged southeastern Manitoba for the next couple days, much to the disappointment of people who live or have cottages in the area.

  © CBC | Sun, May 29, 2022, 10:43AM

• Sunday 10AM May 29/22

  Two people in hospital, police searching for suspects in downtown stabbing Saturday

  

  The Winnipeg Police Service is searching for two suspects after a stabbing downtown Saturday night.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 10:37AM

• Sunday 09AM May 29/22

  Second flight bringing Ukrainian evacuees to Canada touches down in Montreal

  

  The second of three charter flights bringing Ukrainian evacuees fleeing Russia’s invasion to Canada landed in Montreal Sunday. The flight touched down shortly before 11 a.m. at Montreal’s Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport – about 30 minutes after it was initially scheduled to land. Arriving on Canadian soil Sunday were 306 Ukrainian evacuees, exactly six […]

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  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 9:58AM

• Sunday 08AM May 29/22

  Polytechnique massacre survivor renews calls for stricter gun control in Canada after Uvalde school shooting

  

  A survivor of the 1989 massacre at Montreal’s Ecole Polytechnique is renewing calls for stricter gun control measures in the wake of yet another fatal school shooting in the United States. It also follows a month of gun-related incidents in Montreal. An attack in Uvalde, Texas this week left 19 children and two teachers dead […]

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  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 8:00AM

• Sunday 07AM May 29/22

  Plane carrying Ukrainian refugees touches down in Montreal

  

  A second charter flight carrying Ukrainians who have been approved for emergency travel to Canada touched down in Montreal shortly before 11 a.m. Sunday.

  © CTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 7:12AM

• Sunday 07AM May 29/22

  Handguns present in majority of firearm-related violent crimes, says StatCan report

  

  Firearm-related homicides have gone up 37 per cent over the past 11 years and handguns were the most commonly used weapon in such crimes, a report from Statistics Canada has found, but it warns there are large data gaps in information collection. The report looking at trends in gun crime in Canada between 2009 and […]

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  © CityTV | Sun, May 29, 2022, 7:00AM