Nova Scotia shooter's partner details night of terror
Lisa Banfield, common-law spouse of Gabriel Wortman, shares her harrowing survival story from the night of the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting in an exclusive excerpt from her memoir.
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Ex-partner reveals shooter's paranoia in exclusive interview
Lisa Banfield, former spouse of Gabriel Wortman, details the paranoia that fuelled Canada's worst mass shooting in an exclusive CTV News interview. Read the full story.
Elnaz Hajtamiri Case Tied to Stolen Truck Ring, Dubai
Four years after her disappearance, OPP investigators connect Elnaz Hajtamiri's kidnapping to a transnational stolen vehicle network. A $100,000 reward is offered for information.
Four years since Wasaga Beach kidnapping, murder
Elnaz Hajtamiri was abducted from a Wasaga Beach home on Jan. 12, 2022, and is presumed murdered. Her case remains open as police continue to seek answers.
Man fined $1,500 for careless gun storage after lounge shooting
A Parkland County man received a $1,500 fine after his carelessly stored handgun was stolen and used in the 2022 Ertale Lounge mass shooting in Edmonton. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
Australia Announces Royal Commission into Antisemitism
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces a royal commission to combat antisemitism following the Bondi mass shooting. Details on the inquiry and its scope.
Vancouver woman allegedly held against will in own van
A woman in Vancouver was allegedly held against her will inside her own vehicle, according to RCMP. Police are investigating the disturbing incident reported on January 5, 2026.
Indigenous Firm Builds Mass-Timber Homes in B.C.
The Nak'azdli Development Corp. is completing a pilot mass-timber home in Fort St. James, aiming to address housing shortages and transform local forestry. Discover how this Indigenous-led project aligns with national housing solutions.
Pope's New Year Plea for Peace in War-Torn Countries
Pope Leo XIV opened 2026 with a powerful New Year's Day Mass, pleading for peace in nations ravaged by conflict and for families suffering from violence. Read his full message.
Attempted Kidnapping at Banff Christmas Market Under Investigation
Calgary Police and Banff RCMP are asking the public for information regarding an attempted kidnapping outside the Banff Christmas Market on December 13. Authorities urge anyone with details to come forward.
Banff Kidnapping Attempt: Police Seek Public's Help
Calgary police are investigating an attempted kidnapping of a family in Banff on December 13. Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Illegal Border-Crosser Charged in Toronto Kidnapping Plot
Osman Azizov, accused of plotting kidnappings, entered Canada as an irregular border-crosser in 2017. His refugee claim was denied, yet he stayed for six more years. Explore the security and immigration concerns raised by this case.
Dad uses parental controls to find abducted daughter
A quick-thinking father used smartphone parental controls to locate his daughter after she was abducted at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas Day. Read the full story of the rescue.
1 Dead, 3 Wounded in Chicago Mass Shooting
A mass shooting in Chicago's River North district on December 28, 2025, left one man dead and three others wounded. Police focused on a green Porsche at the scene. Get the latest details.
All Nigerian schoolchildren rescued after kidnapping
All children and staff abducted from a Nigerian school have been found safe, church officials announced. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Nigerian families reunite with kidnapped schoolchildren
Emotional scenes in Nigeria as 28 students from St. Mary's Catholic School are freed after a harrowing kidnapping ordeal. Read about their safe return and the ongoing security challenges.
Bondi Massacre: Rare Father-Son Attack, Experts Say
Security experts highlight the rarity of the Bondi massacre, a father-son atrocity, as most mass shooters act alone. Analysis of the Sydney attack reveals an unusual dynamic.
Yukon power grid strained as deep freeze grips Western Canada
A severe Arctic air mass has placed significant strain on Yukon's electrical grid. Officials urge conservation as temperatures plummet across Western Canada.
Bail for Toronto Kidnapping, Hate Crime Suspect Sparks Fury
Outrage in Toronto as 18-year-old Osman Azizov, facing charges including kidnapping, sexual assault with a weapon, and hate-motivated crimes, is released on bail. Critics question public safety.
Last of kidnapped Nigerian pupils handed over
The Nigerian government has secured the release of the final kidnapped pupils from St. Mary's Catholic School. Get the latest details on this developing story.
130 Nigerian Catholic Schoolchildren Freed After Kidnapping
Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 students and staff kidnapped from a Catholic school in November 2025. The operation marks a significant development in the country's ongoing security challenges.
9 Killed in South African Pub Shooting by Multiple Gunmen
Multiple gunmen opened fire at a pub in Bekkersdal, South Africa, killing nine people and wounding at least ten others on December 21, 2025. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
San Francisco Blackout Impacts 130,000
A major power failure plunged parts of San Francisco into darkness, disrupting transit and businesses. PG&E is investigating the cause. Stay updated on restoration efforts.
Brown University Shooting Suspect Was Physics Student
The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting and the killing of an MIT professor was once a physics student. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Toronto terror cell foiled; targeted Jews, women: police
A joint police operation in the GTA has arrested three men allegedly plotting ISIS-inspired attacks on Jewish people and the abduction of women. Police say they prevented a potential Bondi Beach-style tragedy.
Brown University Shooting Suspect Found Dead
The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting, a former graduate student, has been found deceased. The attack killed two students and injured nine others. Get the latest details.
Man kidnapped, assaulted in Mississauga; 3 suspects at large
Peel police charge one man after a violent 2024 kidnapping in Mississauga, but three suspects remain on the run. The victim was assaulted and forced into a pickup truck.
Mississauga man charged in violent kidnapping, extortion
A 24-year-old Mississauga man faces multiple charges after a violent kidnapping and extortion. Police also warn of a spike in Halton Region break-ins targeting homes near green spaces.
Brown University, MIT Murders: Authorities Probe Connection
Authorities investigate a potential link between the Brown University mass shooting and the killing of an MIT professor. A person of interest is sought as frustration grows over the unsolved case.
Australia pledges new hate laws after Bondi mass shooting
Australia's leader vows new hate crime laws as Sydney mourns a 10-year-old girl killed in the Bondi mass shooting. The tragedy has sparked a national call for action.
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