Canadian drug kingpin gets 16-year sentence in Australia
Tse Chi Lop, a Canadian from Toronto dubbed 'Asia's El Chapo,' receives a 16-year prison sentence in Australia for leading a global drug syndicate. Read the full story.
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Highway 69 reopens following morning closure
Highway 69 in Northern Ontario has reopened after a morning closure on December 2, 2025. Get the latest traffic and road condition updates for the region.
Honduran ex-president pardoned by Trump freed
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez, convicted on drug charges, has been released from a U.S. prison after a pardon by former President Donald Trump. Get the full story on this controversial development.
Man gets 10-year sentence for 2023 Regina homicide
A Regina man has been sentenced to a decade in prison for a 2023 homicide. The victim's father, described as grief-stricken, addressed the court. Read the full details of the sentencing.
Historic 166-year-old Ontario mill to be turned into mini museum
The historic Logan Mill in Brussels, Ontario, built in 1859, is set for a new life as a community-focused 'mini museum.' The Maitland Mills Association leads the preservation effort.
Ontario education minister appoints himself supervisor of school board
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Officer reflects on actions in inquest into woman's death after arrest
A cell block officer testified at a coroner's inquest that, looking back, he would have handled the situation involving Amanda Bolt differently. The London, Ont. woman died after being arrested in 2019.
400+ Canadian prison staff disciplined, 12 fired for misconduct
Canada's prison service disciplined over 400 employees, firing 12, for serious misconduct including smuggling contraband. Get the full details on the agency's accountability actions.
Ontario Food Bank Use Hits Record High, Warns Report
Feed Ontario's 2025 Hunger Report reveals over 1 million people relied on food banks last year, signaling a looming crisis in homelessness, healthcare, and community stability. Immediate action is urged.
Snow warnings continue across southern Ontario
Southern Ontario faces ongoing snowfall with extended warnings and parking bans. Climatologist David Phillips forecasts continued snow tonight with rising temperatures tomorrow.
Officers testify at inquest into London woman's custody death
London police officers provide testimony at coroner's inquest examining the death of Amanda Bolt while in police custody. Latest developments from the ongoing investigation.
Winter Storm to Bring 60 cm of Snow to Ontario Regions
A major winter storm is expected to linger into the weekend across central Ontario, with up to 60 cm of snow possible in some areas. Stay informed about road closures and safety precautions.
France captures inmate in dramatic bed-sheet prison break
French authorities apprehend one escapee after two prisoners used bed sheets to break out of prison. The dramatic escape highlights ongoing security concerns in correctional facilities.
Six new inquests announced in Manitoba including prison deaths
Manitoba's chief medical examiner has called six new inquests into recent deaths, including fatalities at Stony Mountain Institution and an RCMP shooting. Learn the details.
Inquest into London woman's death in police custody
Coroner's inquest examines the death of Amanda Bolt while in London police custody. Family seeks answers as investigation unfolds. Follow for updates.
Early Winter Hits Southwestern Ontario with Snow
Southwestern Ontario experiences sudden winter onset with significant snowfall, causing school closures and early shoveling season. Get the latest weather updates and impacts.
Two inmates escape French prison using bed sheets
Two prisoners executed an old-fashioned escape from a French jail using bed sheets. The dramatic breakout occurred in November 2025, highlighting security concerns.
Inquest into 2020 Peel Police Shooting Death Ordered
Ontario calls for coroner's inquest into Jamal Francique's 2020 death during Peel police encounter. Get the latest details on this developing story.
French Prison Escape: Inmates Use Bed Sheets to Flee
Two prisoners escaped from an overcrowded French jail using old-fashioned methods. Discover how they sawed through bars and what this reveals about France's prison crisis. Read more.
Winter Storm with High Winds Paralyzes Timmins Area
A dangerous winter storm bringing powerful winds and heavy snow has brought the Timmins region to a standstill. Stay informed about road closures and safety measures.
Inmate hospitalized following assault at B.C. prison
An inmate at Kent Institution in Agassiz, B.C. was hospitalized after a serious assault at the maximum-security facility. Details emerge about the incident at one of Canada's most secure prisons.
$70K Contraband Seized from N.B. Maximum-Security Prison
Correctional officers confiscated unauthorized items worth $70,000 from Atlantic Institution in Renous, N.B. Read about the major prison seizure operation.
Brazil's Bolsonaro starts 27-year coup sentence
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt. Get the latest details on this historic political development.
'Hillbilly Elegy' Used in Ohio Prison Drug Smuggling
A man sprayed JD Vance's memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy' with narcotics and shipped it to an Ohio prison. Austin Siebert received over a decade in prison for the drug trafficking operation.
Inmate who married Luka Magnotta denied parole
Anthony Theophile Jolin, who married notorious killer Luka Magnotta in prison, has been denied parole for murdering a fellow inmate. Read the full details of the parole board's decision.
Drugs smuggled into Ohio prison via 'Hillbilly Elegy' book
Authorities discovered drugs soaked into pages of JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' during Ohio prison smuggling operation. Learn how inmates bypassed security measures.
Gunshots near Montreal jail signal 'explosive tension'
Guards union warns of dangerous climate after shots fired near Montreal jail housing high-ranking organized crime members. Read about the security concerns.
Inquest into 2021 death at Ottawa detention centre
A mandatory inquest has been announced into the 2021 death of Taher Hashemi at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre. The probe aims to examine the circumstances and prevent future deaths.
Serial killer's prison transfer sparks family outrage
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security prison. Experts explain why this isn't 'day camp' and what the transfer means.
Serial killer transfer to medium-security prison outrages families
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security facility. Experts explain prison transfer protocols and security implications.
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