How did a school board with a track record of standing up for gay rights reject Prom Queen: The Musical?

by Kate Dubinski

The Thames Valley District School Board has London's first openly gay politician and has been a leader on LGBTQ issues.

Fog advisory issued for London-Middlesex

Fog could be a problem for motorists in the London area Monday. Environment Canada has issued a fog advisory for London and Middlesex County today.

Why this downtown intersection is dangerous for school kids, parents say

by Hala Ghonaim

The Lord Roberts Public School parent group is asking the city to hire a crossing guard to patrol the four-way stop of Maitland Street and Princess Avenue.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Monday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Monday, January 22

The Accent Effect In a city of accents, what's considered 'cute' versus 'foreign' reveals a hierarchy

by Lakshine Sathiyanathan, Lisa Xing

By all accounts, Yunxiang Gao is a well-educated, qualified professor and her credentials and accolades speak volumes, yet some students fixate on her accent.

Ontario considers allowing cannabis lounges as legalization deadline looms

Ontario is considering allowing licensed cannabis consumption lounges in the province once recreational marijuana is legalized this summer, and is asking the public to weigh in on the idea.

How a little known particle can triple heart attack risk, even for young, healthy people

by Gary Ennett

It’s a risk factor that even physicians know little about. A fatty particle in the blood called lipoprotein(a) that can triple the risk of heart attack or stroke at any age.

How a dog and chicken are teaching kids about LGBTQ identity

by Paula Duhatschek

Pride London Festival and M.I. Understanding have launched three videos about gender identity, same-sex marriage and transgender.

Video Why 'love is a powerful tool' in fixing London's opioid crisis

by Colin Butler

'Love' and 'respect' will play an important role in southwestern Ontario's first supervised injection site, which was announced Friday by London's top doctor.

Tech sector CEOs whose cities were overlooked say they'd have welcomed Amazon HQ

by Dan Healing

Tech sector entrepreneurs whose Canadian cities were snubbed by Amazon in its search for a second corporate campus say they are disappointed, despite fears they would have seen increased competition for scarce skilled talent.

Grand Theatre to offer free student matinees of Prom Queen: The Musical

by Kate Dubinski

The Grand Theatre will offer two free student matinees of Prom Queen: The Musical after more than $55,000 was raised when two school boards pulled their funding.

Women in Canada, U.S. and elsewhere march a year after Trump inauguration with renewed calls for equality

Thousands of Canadians took to the streets Saturday on the one-year anniversary of the Women's March — part of an estimated 250 rallies planned for Saturday and Sunday in Canada, the United States and around the world.

Turbine snaps in half in Chatham-Kent, MPP calls for halt of wind projects

by Dan Taekema

Emergency officials are on scene and report the turbine has been disconnected from the grid — no injuries have been reported.

3 new Ontario songs you need to hear this week

by Adam Carter

Check out brand new music from Kylo, The Elwins and Alice Glass.

Cyclist fighting for life after being hit by car

A cyclist is in hospital with serious injuries after a crash involving a vehicle in the city's east end.

London needs sign language interpreters, STAT, advocates say

by Paula Duhatschek

The London non-profit ATN Access Inc. says they don't have enough sign language interpreters to staff their employment programs, or enough funds to pay these interpreters. As a result, they say deaf Londoners are being shut out of the job market.

Solitary confinement to end for Ontario's mentally ill inmates

Inmates with mental health disabilities will no longer be placed in solitary confinement barring exceptional circumstances under an agreement announced Thursday between the Ontario government and the province's human rights commission.

What do students think of Prom Queen: The Musical?

by Kate Dubinski

Amid the outcry about two London, Ont., school boards pulling funding for a production of Prom Queen: The Musical, we asked students what they think of the decision.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Friday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Friday, January 19

Untold story of Alexander Graham Bell's deaf wife and mother focus of new London play

A new play at London's Grand Theatre offers audiences a new take on the life of Alexander Graham Bell through the untold perspective of two women who knew the telephone inventor better than anyone else.

Drunk driver sentenced to 10 years in fatal London crash

Scott Altiman has been sentenced to ten years in prison following a horrific fatal drunk driving crash on Sept. 8, 2016.

London lawyer suggests inmate's death could be more 'than a simple overdose'

by Colin Butler

A London lawyer who is suing the Elgin Middlesex Detention Centre on behalf of a number of guards and inmates is suggesting the overdose death of inmate James Pigeau could be something more sinister.

London police get training on Black community issues after blackface incident

by Hala Ghonaim

2018 marks a new era for the London Police Service — under fire after photos of an officer in blackface surfaced, drawing a harsh wave of community criticism.

School boards stick to decision amid outcry about Prom Queen: The Musical

by Kate Dubinski

The decision to pull funding from a musical about a teen who wanted to take his boyfriend to the prom has sparked harsh criticism from Canada's theatre community.

See who's been chosen to participate in Wettlaufer inquiry

by Gary Ennett

The Commissioner of the upcoming inquiry into the actions of serial killer Elizabeth Wettlaufer has decided who will be allowed to participate in public hearings that begin in June in St. Thomas.

London police search for white SUV that struck and killed cyclist

London police are appealing to the public after a 85-year-old cyclist was struck and killed by an SUV that sped away.

Arson, assault charges laid in Dundas Street car fire

William McDonald has been charged with arson causing bodily harm, aggravated assault and breach of a recognizance.

Unifor breaks with Canadian Labour Congress

​Unifor, the largest private sector union in Canada, says it is splitting with the Canadian Labour Congress over disagreements about the rights of workers to choose which union should represent them.

NAIAS 2018 Auto CEOs speak one-on-one with 15-year-old Tecumseh car buff

Kegun Morkin spoke with executives from several major automakers during the press preview of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. His mission was to find out what these companies are doing to target people like him and how important the younger demographic is each automaker.

Exclusive London, Ont., school boards pull funding for musical about gay student fighting to take a date to prom

by Kate Dubinski

Two school boards in London, Ont., have pulled their financial backing of a play about a gay student's fight to take his boyfriend to the prom, CBC News has learned, with one board spokesperson saying the script doesn't coincide with school "culture and values."

Londoners support overdose prevention facility slated for February: Health Unit

by Hala Ghonaim

Londoners are in favour of supervised consumption sites to help the city’s drug users, but many concerns remain, according to a health unit report.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Thursday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Thursday, January 18

3 dead, 2 cling to life this week from drug overdoses in London

London police are sounding the alarm after suspected drug overdoses left three people dead and two in critical condition since Monday.

Man tasered, arrested, after incident on city bus

A London man is facing charges after an incident on a city bus that left a police officer with minor injuries.

Ed Clark to be named new LCBO chair ahead of marijuana sales launch

by Mike Crawley

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne will name her go-to business advisor as the new chairman of the LCBO today, with the agency poised to oversee the retailing of cannabis in the province.

Wildlife rescuers say Ontario ministry is bullying them, not helping

by Meagan Fitzpatrick

Some wildlife rescuers in Ontario say they're being bullied and harassed by Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry enforcement officers who know little about wildlife and are too heavy-handed with the rules.

Wynne Liberals bring in new blood with cabinet shuffle

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne is trying to raise the profile of three backbenchers by promoting them to cabinet less than four months before the election campaign begins.

London city council votes to decommission Springbank Dam

London city council voted unanimously Tuesday to decommission the Springbank Dam, putting an end to a back and forth debate that's lasted nearly a decade.

'Hometown heroes:' Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue named Canada's Olympic flag bearers

by Hala Ghonaim

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and members of the Canadian Olympic Committee announced Tuesday that Moir, from Ilderton, and Virtue, from London, will lead about 230 Canadian athletes on Feb. 9, into PyeongChang Olympic Stadium.

Meteor lights up sky over Windsor-Essex, triggers minor 'earthquake' in Michigan

by Dan Taekema

The United States Geological Survey has confirmed that a bright flash of light followed by a booming sound spotted in Windsor-Essex was a meteor that broke up over the Detroit area.

'Sign, sign, everywhere a sign' in Central Elgin ... But maybe not for long

by Paula Duhatschek

Central Elgin Mayor David Marr says roadways in the municipality are cluttered with signs. But administrators at Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Thomas-Elgin and Victim Services Elgin say these signs are their best way of advertising.

'Do not eat': Teens warned against taking 'Tide pod challenge'

The latest social media fad called the "Tide pod challenge" has parents and health professionals worried and has led to an NFL star making a public service announcement against the dangerous trend.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Wednesday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Wednesday, January 17.

Mother of shopping mall beating victim says teen arrests 'a relief'

The mother of a 17-year-old girl who was left with a broken orbital bone after a viscous beating by two 14-year-old girls inside White Oaks Mall says it’s ‘a relief’ that a pair of suspects have turned themselves into police.

London father and his son recovering after kidney transplant

A few days after Christmas, Simon Pont gave his son Robert an incredible gift. He flew from his home in London, Ont. to Oxford, England to donate his kidney.

Mayor's State of the City speech highlights 'culture shift' in London

Mayor Matt Brown deliver the final State of the City address of his mayoral term Tuesday morning to a full house saying London is in the midst of a 'culture shift.'

Western researchers discover link between brain disorders

Western University researchers are finding a link between athletes with severe concussions and patients living with ALS — a degenerative neurological disorder.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Tuesday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Tuesday, January 16

NAIAS 2018 Kegun Morkin's top picks from day 1 of the Detroit auto show

CBC's honorary reporter and social media star Kegun Morkin, took in the North American International Auto Show Monday and captured photos of some cutting-edge cars.

'It was amazing': London music producer reflects on 'long working relationship' with Dolores O'Riordan

Dan Brodbeck produced O'Riordan's 2009 solo album, No Baggage. The 46-year-old singer of The Cranberries died suddenly in London, England. No cause of death has been released.

London getting $170M from province for rapid transit

The province has committed up to $170 million for London's bus rapid transit system.

London Morning host Rebecca Zandbergen gives birth to twins

Just hours after interviewing the Prime Minister, London Morning host Rebecca Zandbergen landed another big guest of sorts. Or more precisely, she invited two into the world, giving birth to twins last Friday morning.

Angry heart patients meet with NDP leader about Cardiac Fitness Institute closure

by Colin Butler

Patients upset over the planned closure of London's Cardiac Fitness Institute had a sit-down meeting with Andrea Horwath, the leader of the provincial New Democrats.

Londoners to ride in honour of cyclist struck and killed

A London cycling group is planning a memorial ride for an 85-year-old man who died days after he was struck by a vehicle in the city’s east-end.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Monday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Monday, January 15

How photography has empowered local Indigenous women, crushing stereotypes

by Hala Ghonaim

Five woman have shared compelling journeys through 16 photographs hung at the downtown library location until Jan. 30.

NAIAS 2018 Meet the 15-year-old car buff covering the Detroit auto show for CBC

Kegun Morkin has managed to pick up more than 65,000 followers on his auto-based Instagram page. Now, he's getting a ride to Detroit to cover the North American International Auto Show as a correspondent for CBC Windsor.

Wintery weather delays Christmas tree pickup in London

City officials say fickle winter weather conditions have pushed Christmas tree curbside pickup behind by up to six days.

Saturday January 13, 2018

Video Tessa Virtue, Scott Moir capture 8th Canadian ice dance title

The pair won their 8th Canadian ice dance title after posting a near perfect score of 209.82 at the National Skating Championships in Vancouver, B.C.

Final Sears Canada stores shuttered for good

All remaining Sears Canada stores will close their doors for good on Sunday, including 17 in Ontario.

Historical piece of Dundas streetscape now back on display

by Gary Ennett

Visitors to the Central Library in London can now go back in time to explore a piece of Dundas Street from the Victorian era.

Analysis How the minimum wage hike is playing out politically

by Mike Crawley

The steep hike in the minimum wage is the dominant political issue of the moment in Ontario, thanks in no small part to the response of some Tim Hortons franchise owners.

Arrogant and manipulative bullies have more sex, Brock U. study says

by Kelly Bennett

Brock University team examines the question: Do all bullies have more sex, or just ones with particular personality traits?

Patrick Chan captures record 10th Canadian senior figure skating title

Patrick Chan captured a record 10th national senior figure skating title on Saturday, in his final appearance at the event.

Continental Cup action in London sees Canada fend off challenge from Brazil

by Devin Heroux

Brazil was never going to beat Canada in a best-of-five curling series. It was never really about that, anyway.

Elevator puts Boler Mountain chalet on a whole new level

The ski chalet at Boler Mountain now has an elevator. It was made possible through a $45,000 grant from the federal government's Enabling Accessibility Fund.

REVIEW Curry's brings some savoury heat, Indian style

by Kylene Walker

Curry's is a family-owned restaurant that has been open for more than 20 years. While it is not the only Indian restaurant in town, it certainly was one of the first to bring Indian flavours to London.

3 new Ontario songs you need to hear this week

by Adam Carter

Check out brand new music from Born Ruffians, Omhouse and Beams.

'The roadway is like a sheet of ice': OPP report multiple collisions as winter returns

The Ontario Provincial Police are warning drivers about difficult road conditions with fast-falling temperatures following two days of above-zero temperatures.

'Increased urgency' in dementia research as Canada's population continues to age

by Dan Taekema

Nalini Sen, director of research for the Alzheimer's Society of Canada said huge investments are being made into research and teams are beginning to examine dementia through a "multi-dimensional" approach.

Mayor apologizes for 'homophobic actions' that kept rainbow flag from flying in London

by Kate Dubinski

Mayor Matt Brown apologized to members of the gay community for a 1995 decision by the then-mayor and council to deny a gay pride proclamation.

London returns to the deep freeze after the big melt

Temperatures in the London region will plunge more than 20 degrees in less than 24 hours, according to Environment Canada forecasters, as a cold front moves in, ushering a return to minus double-digit temperatures.

Olympic curlers warm up in London at the Continental Cup

by Devin Heroux

Before the pressure of the Olympics takes hold, many of curling's top teams are staying loose at this week's star-studded, but lighthearted, Continental Cup.

Attack at White Oaks Mall leaves girl with a broken eye socket

A London mother is shocked her daughter and her daughter's friend were attacked Tuesday night inside a White Oaks Mall store, but no one helped her. Police are looking for two 14-year-old female suspects.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Friday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Friday, January 12

Trudeau's London, Ont., town hall interrupted by hecklers

by Kathleen Harris, Peter Zimonjic

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's third town hall of his cross-country tour saw repeated interruptions from hecklers who interrupted questioners, one of whom had to be forcibly removed by police.

Shifting ice from icebreaker crushes ferry causeway south of Sarnia, threatening family business

The Canadian Coast Guard is investigating after the causeway leading to a boat that has ferried workers and pleasure seekers across the St. Clair River in Sombra, Ont. for 55 years was crushed by ice Thursday, threatening to kill a fifth-generation family business.

Why local Indigenous leaders literally stood to hold Canada's PM accountable

by Hala Ghonaim

Every time Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was faced with a question related to Indigenous issues on Thursday night’s town hall, Oneida Nation of the Thames Chief Randall Phillips stood before him in silence.

Video Western University launches Ontario's first Indigenous-led health training network

Western University has announced the creation of Ontario's first network of Indigenous health training, aimed at giving Indigenous people a stronger hand in not only participating in health research, but directing it in ways that will benefit their local communities.

London mom says OHIP+ 'not all it's cracked up to be'

by Paula Duhatschek

London mom Jackie Bains says that under the new OHIP+ regulations, filling her son's Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) prescription has become a complicated process.

Tired of pricey required reads, cash-strapped students push for low-cost, 'open-access' textbooks

Landon Tulk of the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance at Western University says free peer-reviewed textbooks will be a huge cost savings for cash-strapped students.

KNOCK AT THE DOOR 'He took every penny I made,' human trafficking survivor says

by Kate Dubinski

For eight years, Caroline Pugh-Roberts was forced to dance in strip clubs in cities along highways 402 and 401.

Opioid crisis strikes 'close to home' for many, poll says

by Nicole Ireland

One in eight Canadian adults says they have family members or close friends who have become dependent on opioids in the last five years, an Angus Reid poll says.

Transportation Safety Board begins probe into crash that killed sidewalk snowplow driver

by Gary Ennett

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has begun to probe the circumstances leading to the fatal crash between a CN freight train and a snowplow in London .

How will they all fit? 25 Fanshawe colleagues to share Dream Home prize

'You've made 25 of us insanely happy,' winner of grand prize home says when she found out about the prize.

Justin Trudeau says he knows London's been 'suffering' when it comes to opioids

by Rebecca Zandbergen

The Prime Minister is in London this week for a two-day cabinet retreat. He's also hosting a Town Hall at Western University's Alumni Hall, beginning at 7 pm Thursday.

How will they all fit? 25 Fanshawe colleagues to share Dream Home prize

'You've made 25 of us insanely happy,' winner of grand prize home says when she found out about the prize.

Flu kills four people in London so far and it's spreading

Flu season has arrived in force in London with strains A and B making the spread unpredictable and deadly.

Opinion Consumers' trust in Loblaw shouldn't be bought for a miserable $25

by Sylvain Charlebois

Loblaw's genius was to spin the story in a way that made Canadians feel as though they were the ones who were wronged. But if anything, Loblaw should be compensating its competitors, not Canadians.

KNOCK AT THE DOOR No quick solution for survivors of sex trafficking, expert says

by Kate Dubinski

Survivors of human trafficking have complex needs that need to be addressed immediately and trauma that can take years to heal, head of Victim Services says.

Prime Minister Trudeau heckled in Hamilton, next stop London

by Samantha Craggs

Trudeau also took questions about ISIS and marijuana legalization at the packed McMaster University auditorium.

Labour activists want Tims to swallow its pride and pay up

by Hala Ghonaim

The Ontario Federation of Labour, the Workers' Action Centre and local labour groups organized rallies across the province, protesting actions by some Tim Hortons franchisees to eliminate workers’ paid breaks, reduce access to basic drug and dental benefits and cut hours.

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Thursday

London's weather, traffic and gas prices for Thursday, January 11

Video Days after the storm, some London sidewalks remain slick and snow-covered

by Colin Butler

Days after a Monday snowstorm dropped 15 cm on the city, many sidewalks remain snow-covered and difficult to navigate.

'Too young to be taken': Snowplow driver killed by train was 26

A 26-year old London man has been identified as the driver of the sidewalk snowplow hit and killed by a CN train passing through downtown London.

E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce apparently over, Ottawa says

by Nicole Ireland

An outbreak of E. coli infections linked to romaine lettuce "appears to be over," according to the Public Health Agency of Canada.

As It Happens Canadian who survived California wildfires forced from home by deadly mudslides

Less than a month after raging wildfires forced Ben Hyatt from his California home, he and his family had to flee to safety again.