Leamington man sentenced to life for matricide
Kevin Goodings receives a life sentence with no parole eligibility for 12 years after being convicted of killing his mother in Leamington. The court delivers its verdict.
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Manslaughter charge in Windsor jail fentanyl death
Windsor police have laid manslaughter and drug trafficking charges after an inmate died from fentanyl at the South West Detention Centre. The case highlights ongoing issues within the facility.
Calgary judge slams Trump's boat bombings in drug case
A Calgary judge condemned the Trump administration's policy of bombing alleged drug boats as he gave a conditional sentence to a local fentanyl trafficker, citing systemic inequalities in the war on drugs. Read the full analysis.
Appeal hearing nears for ex-educational assistant
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal will hear arguments Jan. 16 on Stacey Duke's appeal of her sex crime convictions. The Crown seeks a longer sentence. Read the latest.
Life sentence for B.C. man in double homicide case
A British Columbia man has been handed a life sentence for the fatal shooting of two individuals in a case initially not treated as suspicious. Get the full details on the court's ruling.
B.C. man sentenced to life for double murder
Mitchell McIntyre receives a life sentence for two 2022 murders in the Kootenays, cases initially deemed accidental. He won't be eligible for parole for 13 years. Read the full story.
Windsor offender imprisoned for Pierre Avenue shooting
A Windsor man is sentenced to prison for a 2023 shooting on Pierre Avenue. The judge condemned the act as 'bringing guns to a fist fight.' Get the full details on the case and sentencing.
Vancouver woman sentenced for U.S. smuggling conspiracy
A Vancouver woman has been sentenced for conspiring to illegally smuggle her husband into the United States through British Columbia. Get the details on the cross-border crime.
Outrage Over Light Sentence for Holocaust Memorial Vandal
Jewish groups condemn a suspended sentence for vandalizing Ottawa's National Holocaust Monument. The judge ruled the act was not hate-motivated, a decision met with alarm and disbelief.
Former Premier League Referee Given Suspended Prison Sentence
Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence for possessing an indecent image. Get the full details on the case and its implications.
Man gets 4-month sentence in Saskatchewan dog death case
A Moose Jaw man has been sentenced to four months in jail for his involvement in a case that led to a dog's death. The sentencing occurred in early January 2026.
Lapu-Lapu Day festival returns to Vancouver after attack
Vancouver's Lapu-Lapu Day festival is set to return in 2026 with a focus on community healing, following a deadly SUV attack at the 2025 event. The community looks to rebuild and remember.
Ex-Ottawa lawyer gets suspended sentence for Holocaust memorial vandalism
A former City of Ottawa lawyer has been handed a suspended sentence for defacing the National Holocaust Monument with red paint. The June 2025 incident sparked national outrage.
Drunk driver gets 8 years for fatal Niagara Falls crash
John Franco Bonaldo sentenced to 8 years for killing a pedestrian and injuring her daughter while driving drunk in Niagara Falls. The judge imposed an 18-year driving ban.
Life sentence for mentally ill man in Toronto DJ manslaughter
Ontario judge sentences Rico Harvey to life for the 2020 manslaughter of DJ Peter Elie, citing public safety. The ruling exceeded prosecutors' requests.
Calgary preacher's house arrest extended over breach allegations
Derek Reimer, convicted of criminal harassment after protesting a drag storytime, remains on house arrest as his new lawyer prepares to fight five alleged breaches of his conditional sentence. Details from Calgary courts.
Vancouver Home Sales Hit 20-Year Low in 2025
Metro Vancouver's housing market recorded its lowest sales in two decades in 2025, with high inventory pushing benchmark prices down by about 5%. Will 2026 bring a rebound?
Ex-Millbrook First Nation worker gets federal prison for fraud
A former employee of Nova Scotia's Millbrook First Nation has been sentenced to federal prison for theft and fraud. Get the details on the case and its implications.
Pakistan Hands Life Sentences for Inciting Violence
A Pakistani court has sentenced journalists, YouTubers, and former military officers to life in prison for inciting violence. The case stems from protests following the arrest of ex-PM Imran Khan.
Nova Scotia driver sentenced to 4.5 years for fatal crash
A Nova Scotia man has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison for a fatal collision that claimed three lives. The sentencing concludes a tragic case that has deeply affected a community.
Reality TV Star Charged with Murder After Cellmate Dies
Chad Ollinger, star of 'Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch,' faces an open murder charge after his cellmate was found dead with blunt force injuries in a Las Vegas jail. Details on the case and his past legal troubles.
B.C. man jailed for setting fires during wildfire season
A British Columbia man has been sentenced to jail time for deliberately setting fires during a high-risk wildfire period. Get the details on the case and its implications.
Former Malaysian PM sentenced to 15 years in prison
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and a hefty fine in the 1MDB corruption trial. Get the full details on this landmark ruling.
Jair Bolsonaro Backs Son Flavio for 2026 Brazil Presidency
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, while hospitalized, endorsed his son Flavio for the 2026 presidential election. The move, made from a medical facility where he is under police guard, signals a new phase in the country's political battles. Read
Egypt denies appeal of economist's 5-year sentence
An Egyptian court has rejected the appeal of a prominent economist, confirming a five-year prison sentence. The case highlights ongoing concerns about judicial independence in Egypt.
Russian activist sentenced to 6 years in prison
A Moscow court has sentenced left-wing activist Sergei Udaltsov to six years in prison. The pro-war critic was convicted on charges of justifying terrorism. Read the details of this significant political case.
Vancouver's Christmas & Boxing Day 2025 Openings Guide
Plan your holiday outings with our complete guide to what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver on Christmas Day and Boxing Day 2025. Find shopping hours, attractions, and more.
50-year sentence for Zagreb school attack that killed child
A Croatian court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for a knife attack at an elementary school in Zagreb that killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded six others. Read the full details of the tragic case.
Judge reduces jail time for sex offender citing race, pressure
A Nova Scotia judge sentenced a former St. FX football player to 2 years for sexual assault, citing his race and cultural pressures as mitigating factors. Read the controversial ruling details.
Imran Khan, wife sentenced to 17 years in prison
A Pakistani court has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to 17 years in prison in a corruption case. The verdict adds to the legal challenges facing the ousted leader.
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