WORLD NEWS – President Trump set new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports but exempted Canada and Mexico, in a move that was softer than he previously projected, but still sparked outrage within his party and among trading partners. Conway G. Gittens has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Gunman, Three Hostages Found Dead at a Veterans Home
WORLD NEWS – Three women and the suspected gunman who held them hostage have been found dead at the largest facility for military veterans in the U.S. Linda So has more information in this Reuters News video report.
Residential Parking Ban Lifted in Winnipeg
WINNIPEG, MB – The City of Winnipeg has officially lifted the Residential Parking Ban as of this morning at 7AM. The City said in an email that if some streets have been missed or only partially cleared, crews will return in the coming days to take care of any outstanding snow clearing. You can now…
Lotto Max Numbers
WINNIPEG, MB – The winning jackpot ticket in last night’s Lotto Max draw was sold somewhere in Ontario. The next draw, March 16th will be an estimated $10 million dollars. Here are the numbers from the March 9th, 2018 draw; The Lotto 6-49 draw for tonight, Saturday, March 10th is an estimated $9 million dollars.…
Manitoba Man Charged for Having Sex with Minors
WINNIPEG, MB – RCMP in Oakbank have arrested a 57 year old with multiple sexual assaults on girls as young as seven. Ivan Valintine Cesnik, 57, was arrested by RCMP in Calgary, Alberta and brought to Winnipeg to face charges related to multiple sexual assaults committed on young girls. January 22, 2018, police received a…
Brandon Crime Report – March 9
BRANDON, MB – A 20-year old male driver was arrested for impaired driving after being stopped by police for speeding on 1st Street. He admitted to consuming one beer but subsequently failed a breathalyzer. He will attend court later this month. A 27-year old man known to police was observed walking on Pacific Avenue. A…
Province Wants to Modernize the Agricultural Crown Lands Leasing Policies
WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba government has launched a consultation focused on agricultural Crown lands, to ensure upcoming policy changes reflect the views of the livestock industry while improving fairness and transparency in the system, Minister Ralph Eichler said in a news release. “This is an important step toward modernizing the agricultural Crown lands leasing…
Arrests Made in Winnipeg Shooting
WINNIPEG, MB – Three people have been charged in a February shooting at a home in the 500 block of Chalmers Avenue in Winnipeg. Police said they found a 33-year-old male was with numerous gunshot wound injuries. He was taken to hospital in unstable condition. Police have determined three male suspects went to the victim’s…
Participate In The East Fort Garry Walk Bike Study
WINNIPEG, MB – The City of Winnipeg is holding an information session on the East Fort Garry Walk Bike Study. The East Fort Garry Walk Bike project team has developed several proposed strategies for improving livability, safety and walkability in the neighbourhood. They are now inviting the public to an open house to learn more…
Province to Start Work on Lake St. Martin Outlet Channel
WINNIPEG, MB – The province will soon start upgrading the access road for the proposed new, permanent Lake St. Martin outlet channel to greatly enhance the province’s flood management capacity, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler said in a release. “The first phase of this project will involve upgrades to the road that provides construction crews with…