The Lunch Break
Toronto · Monday, September 7, 2026 · 12:00 PM local
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Every item in this broadcast, in order.
- AToronto fixes pothole‑riddled Unwin Avenue and other streetsCityNews Toronto
- ATwo Women Walk Entire TTC Line 2 to Spotlight Winter HomelessnessCBC Toronto
- AUniversity of Toronto staff union backs strike mandateCBC Toronto
- ATwo Toronto Fires Possibly Tied to Electric BikesCBC Toronto
- AMontreal woman reunited with lost cat after 16 days at Toronto airportCityNews Toronto
- BSurvey finds Toronto safest Canadian city despite perceptionCBC Toronto
- BTwo killed after car slams into traffic light pole in North YorkCBC Toronto
- BToronto businesses closed for Labour Day MondayCBC Toronto
- BSnowbirds’ Final Toronto Fly‑over Scheduled for Labour Day Air ShowCBC Toronto
- BMan Charged in Arson Attack on Liberal MP’s Toronto Home, Second Suspect SoughtGlobal News Toronto
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0:31Toronto Safety Perception Gap
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Toronto Repairs Pothole‑Riddled Unwin Avenue and Nearby Streets
Toronto road crews repaired a long stretch of Unwin Avenue and other pothole‑damaged streets this summer, addressing driver complaints that the waterfront…
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Toronto Tops Safety Perception Despite Higher Crime Ranking
A September 6, 2026 survey by a national research firm found Toronto has the biggest gap between its crime‑severity ranking and residents' feelings of safety,…
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Toronto Orders Live Nation to Fix Storm‑Damaged Rogers Stadium
Toronto ordered Live Nation Canada to repair unsafe conditions at Rogers Stadium after a severe thunderstorm on September 2 caused significant damage, issuing…
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Women Walk TTC Line 2 to Highlight Winter Homelessness
Two women walked the full length of TTC Line 2 on September 6, 2026 to raise funds and awareness for winter homelessness, using the city‑wide route to draw…
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Two Men Killed When Car Hits Traffic Light Pole in North York
Two men were killed in a single-vehicle crash that knocked down a traffic light pole in North York on September 5, 2026, according to Toronto Police.
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Mayor Chow Promises Property Tax Increases Match Inflation
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U of T staff union approves strike mandate
More than 6,100 University of Toronto staff voted for a strike mandate on September 6, 2026, allowing the union to call a walkout when classes start. The move…
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Toronto Businesses Close Monday for Labour Day Holiday
Toronto grocery stores, banks and most other businesses will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, for the Labour Day holiday, marking the end of the summer…
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Two Toronto Fires May Be Linked to E‑Bikes
Two fires in Toronto on September 6, 2026, occurring hours apart, are under investigation for a possible link to electric bicycles. Officials are examining…
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Snowbirds set for final Toronto fly‑over this Labour Day
The Canadian International Air Show will host the Snowbirds’ final fly‑over of Toronto’s waterfront this Labour Day weekend, marking the team’s last appearance…
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Toronto Airport Cat Returns After 16‑Day Search
A seven‑year‑old cat named Caramel was found and returned to owner Abir Batikhi after being missing for 16 days at Toronto Pearson Airport, thanks to staff and…
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Man Charged in Arson Attack on Liberal MP’s Home, Second Suspect Sought
An arson fire destroyed two cars at Liberal MP Salma Zahid’s Toronto home on August 27, 2026. Police have charged one man and issued a warrant for a second…
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