Clouds and scattered showers are in the forecast for London as humid conditions build, according to a report by Kristylee Varley on July 6, 2026. The weather update comes amid a range of local and national stories, including a fatal shooting in Brampton and a wildfire near Boston Bar, B.C.
Fatal Shooting in Brampton
One man is dead and two suspects are wanted following a shooting in Brampton. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred late Monday night. No further details have been released.
Wildfire Near Boston Bar Exceeds 12 Square Kilometres
An out-of-control wildfire near Boston Bar, B.C., has grown to over 12 square kilometres. Firefighters are battling the blaze, which is threatening structures in the area. Evacuation orders have been issued for nearby communities.
Other Local News
In other news, a boy riding his bike was struck by a vehicle in Etobicoke, and Metro Vancouver regional parks workers have walked off the job, warning that a strike could be next, according to their union. Additionally, two tornadoes touched down in the Kingston, Ont., area during a June 30 storm, and a girl was critically injured after falling out of an apartment building on Alta Vista Drive.
Political and Business Updates
Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre weighed in on separatism in a speech to Conservative supporters, stating, “We will fight for Canada.” Meanwhile, former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney is set to announce Canada’s new submarine fleet, and Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault said he “respectfully disagrees” with Prime Minister Mark Carney over a pipeline project.
In business news, Christopher Liew asks, “Are you saving for retirement the wrong way?” Seven OPEC+ countries have agreed to expand monthly oil production modestly as prices slide, and airlines blame demand for the decision not to drop plane ticket prices as fuel costs fall.
Health and Entertainment
An expert shares whether you should buy rotisserie chicken at the grocery store, and a study links lung health to leafy greens, suggesting a path to living longer and eating greener. Doctors and advocates want more awareness for breast cancer screening. In entertainment, celebrated Canadian fashion designer Marilyn Brooks has died at the age of 93, and Australia’s prime minister apologized for comments about Kylie Minogue. The film “Minions & Monsters” topped the Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating “Toy Story 5.”
Sports and Lifestyle
England handed Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals. Norway stunned Brazil to knock out the five-time World Cup champions. FIFA lifted U.S. player Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension at the World Cup after President Donald Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino. In lifestyle, Egypt uncovered a lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert, and Venice’s mayor proposed dynamic pricing for day-trippers with a 50-euro ceiling. Hudson’s Bay closed auctions with the sale of Norval Morrisseau paintings.
Climate and Science
A U.S. heat wave has caused 19 deaths in New Jersey, many in homes without air conditioning. Wildfires rage in Portugal, Spain, and Greece, and Super Typhoon “Bavi” nears U.S. Pacific islands. In science, a new genomic study uncovers findings on the “Golden Man” and family ties across Scythian elite graves, while hobbit-like humans may have scavenged Komodo dragons’ leftovers to survive. Drones spotted sharks 73 times in two days off Sydney beaches.
