Ambulance thief evades capture in North Road heist

by Chad Pawson

An ambulance was damaged after being stolen along the Coquitlam and Burnaby border early Saturday morning.

New 'The justice system failed me,': Sexual assault victim speaks out

by Tina Lovgreen

It took four-and-a-half-years for the offender to be convicted in the case, but after spending eight months behind bars he has been granted day parole. His victim feels let down.

Exploring Chinatown: 5 things you may not know about Vancouver's historic district

Founded in the 1800's, Vancouver's Chinatown has a rich history — and its the subject of a walking tour featured in the 13th annual Heart of the City festival.

B.C. grad students arrested at pipeline protest in North Dakota

Two graduate students from the University of Northern British Columbia are in a North Dakota jail after they were arrested Thursday — along with dozens of others — protesting a pipeline in North Dakota, according their professor and a family member.

Video of 2 seniors dragged down stairs by police prompts external investigation

The New Westminster Police Department is investigating an incident that culminated with Coquitlam RCMP officers dragging two senior citizens down a flight of stairs.

The horror! Why scary stories stand the test of time

by Jon Hernandez

Monsters have haunted humans for centuries — and they won't stop scaring us anytime soon.

Seymour trail users given OK to access CMHC land

by Rafferty Baker

Hikers, trail runners and mountain bikers can get back on the trails passing through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) land on Mount Seymour, about two weeks after 'no trespassing' signs suddenly popped up.

Drive-by shooting in Surrey leaves 2 people dead

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is leading the investigation into an apparent drive-by shooting that happened in Surrey Friday night.

UFV warns students after suspect seen poking holes in free condoms on campus

The University of the Fraser Valley is warning students about condoms that have been tampered with that were offered for free at various student centres in Abbotsford and Chilliwack.

2017 British Columbia election: Prince George-Mackenzie riding profile

by Justin McElroy

A look at Prince George-Mackenzie, one of the 87 electoral districts in British Columbia.

Sweet science: Trick-or-treat map shows Vancouver's Halloween hotspots

by Jon Hernandez

Census data shows the best places for trick-or-treaters to get their sweet thrills

B.C., like rest of world, at risk of losing biodiversity

by Liam Britten

This week, the WWF says the world could lose two-thirds of its wildlife due to human causes. B.C.'s wildlife will not be spared, a researcher says.

Why do people still use email — or at least not secure it?

by Ramona Pringle

The stream of leaked emails in the U.S. election campaign makes you wonder why prominent people and organizations keep using email, or at the very least, why they haven't taken more security precautions.

MY B.C. HIDEAWAY How Amy Schumer's makeup artist decided to chase her dream

by Maryse Zeidler

It was a time in Andréa Tiller's life when she needed a lot of space for self-reflection, and this B.C. spot provided the perfect place for it.

'Sing Me A Song' for Canada's 150th birthday

by Isabelle Docto

Canada's 150th birthday is coming up next year and the lieutenant-governor of B.C. is looking for a song that represents the meaning of this milestone to the community.

Missing Saanich man not familiar with area, police say

Police are asking for the public's help to locate a missing elderly man last seen at an intersection in Saanich, B.C.

The story of Canada's most famous ghost town is becoming a musical

by Justin McElroy

The empty buildings of Kitsault, B.C. have intrigued people for decades. Now, the story of the people who lived in them will be told in a musical.

Athlete of the Week: Bill Reichelt, B.C. Lions trainer

by Karin Larsen

Although not an athlete in the traditional sense, BC Lions trainer Bill Reichelt has nonetheless amassed some impressive numbers in a long career.

B.C. Liberals announce plans for Vancouver Island-specific platform

by Liam Britten

Reacting to the news, Green leader Andrew Weaver calls the move "desperate" as support for ruling party has been low on Vancouver Island.

Weekly wrap: All the B.C. news you missed the week of Oct. 24

Each week we put together a list of some of the stories you might have missed: those which dominated the news agenda, and some we just can't resist retelling.

Hidden trauma haunts Kurdi family as it tries to heal in Canada

by Laura Lynch

Mohammad Kurdi has a secret stashed away inside a closet next to the kitchen in the townhouse he shares with his family.

How .eco domain was won: Meet the Vancouver team behind the internet's new green turf

by Lisa Johnson

In the high-stakes world of internet domains, .eco was a dream green prize. It took eight years, but now a Vancouver company is at the helm of the new online territory, and taking claims.

SheNative inspires Indigenous women with clothing line

What began as a way to empower Indigenous women while changing public perception has grown into a business for a Saskatoon entrepreneur. Devon Fiddler is the brainchild behind SheNative.

Coquitlam RCMP investigating after 2 seniors dragged down stairs by officers

by Justin McElroy

Coquitlam, B.C., police are investigating after a condo annual general meeting that had "gotten out of hand" culminated with RCMP officers dragging two senior citizens down a flight of stairs.

Recap Oilers streak continues with 5th straight win

Cam Talbot made 26 saves and Connor McDavid scored on a breakaway in the second period as the Edmonton Oilers blanked the Vancouver Canucks 2-0 on Friday night at Rogers Arena.

Toxic algae suspected in Cowichan-area dog deaths

by Deborah Wilson

Earlier this month, Dr. Lyn Pascoe's dog Austin slipped out of their fenced, lakeside property in North Cowichan and returned with fluorescent green algae clinging to his wet legs. The next day the six-year-old Australian shepherd-border collie cross was dead.

Foreign purchases of Metro Vancouver homes plunge

by Deborah Goble

The latest statistics suggest the foreign buyers tax is having an effect but it's still too early to say what the long-term impact will be.

Highway 1 shootout suspect likely died from 'impact against a rock,' autopsy finds

by Chad Pawson

B.C.'s Independant Investigations Office has concluded there is no causal connection between the death of Sheldon Kyle Thunderblanket and actions taken by police after a shootout on Highway 1 on Oct. 11, 2016.

In Depth 'Paper lives': Massive immigration fraud detailed at sentencing

by Jason Proctor

The details of one of Canada's largest immigration scams were explained Friday at a sentencing hearing for three Richmond women who helped hundreds of Chinese applicants lie and cheat their way to permanent residency and citizenship.

Victim of 'barbaric' Langley killing had suspected gang links

by Jesse Johnston

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has identifed Shaun Alan Clary, 27, as the man whose remains were found Wednesday morning near 243 Street and Robertson Crescent in Langley.

Minister vows to investigate daycare wait-list fees

by Farrah Merali

B.C.'s minister of children and family development says her office will look into the practice of childcare operators charging parents to put their children on a wait-list for a daycare spot.

VSB audit recommends trustees stop acting as advocates, start acting as stewards

by Liam Britten

The 28 recommendations also call on the VSB to reduce facility and labour costs and transfer partial interest in Kingsgate Mall to the province. Ex-trustee Patti Bacchus criticized that idea as a short-sighted move.

Near record rain for Vancouver this October

October 2016 will go down as one of the wettest for both Vancouver and Victoria.

Richmond wants ICBC to start tracking private vehicle odometer data

by Liam Britten

Since the AirCare program wrapped up in 2014, odometers of private vehicles haven't been tracked. The City of Richmond wants that to change and for cities to be able to know how much driving is done by residents.

Mother of baby-boom orca dies after months of weight loss

by Chad Pawson

The U.S.'s Centre for Whale Research says an iconic orca named J28 has died after months of losing weight, which could also bring about the death of her latest offspring, J54, who was born in late 2015.

Hanjin cargo ship docks in Vancouver after weeks of uncertainty

by Rafferty Baker

One of the two Korean ships that have been anchored in Canadian waters for weeks docked in Vancouver on Thursday, allowing its cargo to be unloaded and provisions brought aboard for the stranded crew.

First Nations chief insults premier and BC Hydro CEO over Site C

by Josh Pagé, Andrew Kurjata

West Moberly First Nation Chief Roland Willson has lashed out at Premier Christy Clark and BC Hydro CEO Jessica McDonald in Facebook post. The West Moberly are one of two First Nations fighting the Site C dam project in federal court.