Iran Protest Death Toll Reaches 12,000, Calls for Action
As Iran's crackdown on protesters reportedly claims up to 12,000 lives, voices in Canada and the U.S. call for decisive international intervention. Read the latest on the unfolding crisis.
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Trump Calls on Iran to Show Humanity to Protesters
U.S. President Donald Trump calls on Tehran to show humanity amid a deadly crackdown on protests. Get the latest on the international response and rising casualties.
Peel Region summit tackles rising extortion crimes
Political leaders and law enforcement held a summit in Brampton to address a surge in extortion. Authorities are stepping up coordinated efforts to protect businesses and residents in Peel Region.
Ottawa Iranians Protest, Call for U.S. Help Amid Iran Crackdown
Iranians in Ottawa demonstrate at the U.S. Embassy, calling for American intervention as the death toll from a violent crackdown on protests in Iran climbs. Full coverage of the January 13, 2026, event.
Peel Police Fund Fight Against Southern Ontario Extortion
Peel Regional Police commit new funding to tackle extortion schemes in Southern Ontario. Learn about the initiative and its regional impact.
Guelph man extorted after dating app encounter
A Guelph man reports being extorted by someone he met on a dating application. Local police are investigating the incident as a warning to online daters.
U.S. ends protection for Somalis in migrant crackdown
The U.S. terminates Temporary Protected Status for Somalia, impacting thousands. This move is part of a broader immigration policy shift under the Trump administration. Read the details and potential consequences.
Trump Imposes Tariffs on Iran Partners, Protest Deaths Soar
U.S. President Donald Trump announces sweeping tariffs on nations trading with Iran amid a violent crackdown on protests, with rights groups reporting hundreds dead. Get the latest on this escalating international crisis.
Iranians Make First Calls After Protest Crackdown
Iranians have made their first calls to the outside world following a government crackdown on nationwide protests. The communication blackout had isolated millions. Read the latest developments.
Winnipeg Iranians on edge as unrest reported in homeland
Iranian-Canadians in Winnipeg anxiously await contact with loved ones as reports emerge of heavy security and damage in Iran following a crackdown. Get the latest on the tense situation.
Minnesota, Twin Cities Sue U.S. Over Immigration Crackdown
Minnesota and the Twin Cities have launched a lawsuit against the U.S. federal government to halt a recent immigration enforcement crackdown. The legal challenge follows protests and clashes in Minneapolis.
Aurora man charged with extortion, police fear more victims
Adam Sirizzotti, 34, of Aurora, faces extortion charges. York police allege he used threats and violence over years, seizing $180,000 in cash and watches. Investigators believe there may be more victims.
Aurora man charged with extortion in Vaughan loan case
A 34-year-old Aurora man is accused of extortion after allegedly targeting a victim in Vaughan for seven years with private loans and exaggerated interest. Learn the details of the York Regional Police investigation.
Cloverdale home targeted by gunfire for second time
A Cloverdale home in Surrey was damaged by gunfire early Sunday, the second such attack in two weeks. RCMP confirm both are linked to the ongoing extortion crisis. No injuries reported.
Iran Protests: Student, Bodybuilder Among Those Killed
At least 538 people have died in Iran's crackdown on protests, including a student, a bodybuilder, and a father of three. Relatives and rights groups confirm the deaths as global outcry grows.
Iran protest crackdown death toll spikes to 538: activists
Human rights activists report at least 538 killed in Iran's crackdown on widespread anti-government protests. Demonstrations continue across the country.
Iran Crackdown: Rights Groups Warn of 'Massacre'
Protests against Iran's regime continue despite an internet blackout. Rights groups report hundreds killed, including protesters deliberately shot in the eyes. Read the latest.
Iran warns U.S., protest death toll reaches 203
Iran issues a stark warning against potential U.S. military strikes as human rights activists report the death toll from ongoing protests has climbed to 203. Get the latest details.
Iran Protests Near 2-Week Mark, Windsor Rally Planned
Protests in Iran intensify as authorities crack down. A solidarity rally is planned in Windsor as Canadians seek to be a voice amid an information blackout.
U.S. shifts border officers from Louisiana to Minneapolis
Internal documents reveal a redeployment of U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from an immigration operation in Louisiana to Minneapolis, signaling a shift in enforcement priorities.
Extortion-related shooting in Langley under investigation
RCMP investigate another extortion-linked shooting in B.C., this time in Langley on January 8, 2026. Police are on scene gathering evidence. Read the latest details.
Third extortion shooting in 2 days under RCMP probe
RCMP in Langley are investigating a shooting on 232 Street linked to extortion, marking the third such incident in two days. Police are on scene.
ICE Shooting: BCA Blocked from Probe, Protests Erupt
A Minneapolis mother of three was fatally shot by an ICE officer. The state's BCA was barred from the investigation, sparking protests and demands for federal agents to leave Minnesota. Get the latest details.
China detains six in underground church crackdown
Chinese authorities have detained six members of an underground Christian church, continuing a pattern of religious crackdowns. The church confirms the arrests.
Brampton extortion: Video of shots fired at home sent to owner
A Brampton man was sent a terrifying video of a gunman firing shots at his home, accompanied by a demand for half a million dollars. Police are investigating the brazen extortion attempt.
Woman killed by ICE agent in Minneapolis shooting
A woman is dead after being shot by a U.S. immigration agent in Minneapolis on Jan. 7, 2026. The incident occurred during a federal enforcement operation, sparking outrage from local officials. Read the full details and reactions.
Surrey police probe extortion-related overnight shooting
Surrey RCMP are investigating an overnight shooting on January 7, 2026, believed to be connected to extortion. No injuries reported. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Woman Fatally Shot by ICE Agent in Minneapolis
A woman was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, sparking outrage from local officials. The DHS claims self-defence, while Mayor Frey demands agents leave the city.
Ex-Montreal Cop Arrested for Extortion, Sharing Intimate Photos
A former Montreal police officer faces serious charges including extortion and sharing intimate images without consent. The BEI investigation highlights accountability within law enforcement.
ICE agent kills woman in Minneapolis immigration crackdown
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a woman during an enforcement operation in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026. The incident is under investigation.
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