The Order of the White Rose scholarship, commemorating the 14 women killed in the 1989 Polytechnique massacre, expands to 14 recipients. A retired teacher shares her powerful remembrance rituals.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on the constitutionality of Donald Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The order has faced repeated legal setbacks. Follow for updates.
A high-risk offender in Kitchener confessed to purchasing alcohol immediately after his release from prison, raising serious public safety concerns. Read the full details of the case.
A Florida judge has ordered the release of grand jury transcripts from the abandoned 2006-07 Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The move could shed new light on the controversial plea deal.
Renowned Nova Scotia textile artist Deanne Fitzpatrick is being honoured with the Order of Canada for her contributions to arts and culture. Discover her inspiring story.
A Wisconsin judge has approved a conditional release plan for Morgan Geyser, who stabbed a classmate in 2014 to please the fictional Slender Man. Learn about the case and the path forward.
U.S. House Democrats have released new visual evidence from Jeffrey Epstein's private island. The release adds to the ongoing scrutiny of the convicted sex offender's network.
A Nova Scotia teen has pleaded guilty to weapons charges linked to alleged school threats. The court has ordered the youth to stay away from Citadel High School. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
Actor BD Wong issues a public apology after making a racist comment on Instagram. The 'Law & Order: SVU' alum calls his joke 'super wrong' and a 'despicable, racist trope.'
A 44-year-old Windsor man faces multiple charges, including theft of a motor vehicle, following a summer incident on Walker Road and a recent foot chase. Read the latest police update.
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.
Ottawa Citizen readers share strong opinions on the housing crisis, city infrastructure under former mayor Jim Watson, and a disturbing military misconduct case. Read their letters.
Fourteen women engineering students receive $50,000 scholarships, forming a new cohort to champion equity and honour the memory of the 1989 tragedy. Discover their mission.
Polytechnique Montréal dramatically expands its Order of the White Rose, awarding 14 women engineering students a $50,000 scholarship each. Meet the new inductees continuing the legacy of the 14 women lost in 1989.
As Ottawa marks its 200th anniversary, citizens debate its transformation from rough lumber town to Canada's sophisticated capital. Discover the vision for Ottawa's future.
A West Virginia National Guard member has died after being shot in Washington D.C. while deployed under Trump's executive order. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
An Afghan national who previously worked with the CIA faces charges for shooting two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington D.C. during Trump's executive order deployment.
Authorities reveal Afghan national drove across U.S. to attack West Virginia National Guard members in D.C. Full details on the investigation and charges.
The City of Ottawa announces 2025 Order of Ottawa recipients, honoring former mayor Jim Watson and other community leaders for exceptional contributions to the capital.
Wisconsin authorities move to block Morgan Geyser's conditional release after her escape from a group home. Latest developments in the high-profile case.
A Barrie man convicted of killing his ex-wife has been reinstated on parole with stringent conditions. Learn about the case details and public safety measures.
Rev. Jesse Jackson has been discharged from medical care following treatment for a neurological disorder. The prominent civil rights activist continues his recovery journey.
A barred owl named Hooper has been successfully released back into Vancouver's Douglas Park after receiving medical treatment from wildlife rescuers. Witness the heartwarming return to freedom.
EPS arrests One Order Motorcycle Club members after a months-long investigation, seizing weapons and dismantling the gang's Edmonton operations. Read the full details.
Edmonton police dismantle One Order Motorcycle Club in massive Alberta-BC raids, seizing 19 firearms and $118K cash. Major organized crime network disrupted with dozens arrested.
New York firefighters union calls for full disclosure of uncovered 9/11 toxins records after discovery of document boxes. Learn about the ongoing health crisis.
Los Angeles coroner prohibited from disclosing details about teen's body discovered in singer d4vd's Tesla. Legal restrictions imposed as investigation continues.
A major fire aboard a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles has triggered a shelter-in-place order for nearby communities. Get the latest details on the emergency response.
An Ontario man convicted of killing his wife with a hammer has been granted unescorted temporary absences from prison. The decision raises questions about rehabilitation and public safety.
Saab CEO confirms plan to build Gripen fighter jets in Canada is contingent on a federal government order. Learn how this impacts Canadian defence and industry.