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Toronto-bound QEW lane reopens after early-morning crash
A Toronto‑bound lane of the QEW reopened after an early‑morning crash and vehicle fire on the Burlington Skyway, with no injuries reported.
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Toronto Police Inspector Charged with Impaired Driving After Falling Asleep
A 51-year-old Toronto police inspector was charged with impaired driving after being found asleep behind the wheel and placed on paid suspension.
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Two Charged in Fatal Toronto Vehicle Fire, One Still Sought
Two people were charged for a deadly vehicle fire in Toronto, and police remain at large for a third suspect after a man was found dead in the vehicle.
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Toronto Police to End Vulnerable Persons Registry Nov. 3
Toronto Police will decommission the Vulnerable Persons Registry on Nov. 3, a tool that gave officers critical safety information about residents with autism,…
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Environment Canada Issues First GTA Frost Advisory of Season
Environment Canada announced a frost advisory for the GTA on Oct. 5, 2026, due to expected near‑freezing temperatures, a warning that may affect outdoor and…
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GTA Home Sales Down 9% in September, Prices Slip
Home sales in the GTA dropped 9% in September 2026, and average prices slipped versus the same month last year.
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Hydro One Purchase Displaces Tenants of Historic Cecil Street House
Hydro One’s purchase of 28–30 Cecil Street for infrastructure work forces tenants of the historic downtown rooming house to look for new homes, with the…
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Advance Voting Begins Today in Toronto and Mississauga
Advance voting started today in Toronto and Mississauga, running from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., allowing residents to vote before Election Day.
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Mayoral hopefuls unveil no‑cost homelessness plans
Three Toronto mayoral candidates outlined homelessness plans that require no new funding, reflecting a focus on cost‑neutral solutions in the 2026 race.
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Man Injured in Scarborough E‑Bike Battery Fire
A fire likely caused by an e‑bike battery in a Scarborough residential building injured one man early Tuesday, prompting a response from Toronto Fire Services.
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31-Year-Old Man Killed in North York Vehicle Collision
A 31‑year‑old man was killed when a vehicle hit him in North York early Sunday morning, as reported by Toronto Police.
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Police search for man who stole $5,000 jewelry from 80‑year‑old
Police are searching for an unidentified handyman‑impersonator who stole over $5,000 in jewelry from an 80‑year‑old North York resident on August 27.
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Ontario Extends $10-a-Day Childcare Subsidy
Ontario extended its $10‑a‑day childcare subsidy, joining other provinces in the federal‑provincial agreement to reduce family childcare costs.
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Brad Bradford Unveils Hundreds‑Million Dollar Budget Plan Ahead of Election
Brad Bradford revealed a budget plan worth hundreds of millions of dollars ahead of the upcoming Toronto mayoral election.
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U.S. Coast Guard Halts Search for Missing Ontario Air Ambulance
The U.S. Coast Guard stopped the search for an Ontario medical transport aircraft that disappeared near Nantucket, which was carrying six people, four of them…
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Toronto Humane Society Closes After Vandalism
The Toronto Humane Society’s shelter was closed on Oct. 3, 2026, after vandalism caused damage that required the facility to shut down.
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Hydro One Plans Demolition of 145‑Year‑Old Heritage Home
Hydro One’s 2026 acquisition of a 145‑year‑old heritage house near Kensington Market could lead to demolition to accommodate electricity infrastructure,…
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One Person Killed After North York Apartment Disturbance
Police found one person dead after responding to a disturbance at a North York apartment, prompting a homicide investigation.
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Mild Midweek Warmth and Dry Thanksgiving Weekend Expected in Toronto
A short surge of warmer air will raise midweek temperatures, then dry weather will dominate the Thanksgiving weekend in Toronto.
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Toronto Man Charged in Organized Street‑Racing Probe
A Toronto man, 25, faces six charges tied to an organized street‑racing probe in Peel Region, part of the province‑wide Project ERASE operation.
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Watermain Break Closes Midland Avenue at Kingston Road
A watermain break early Monday shut Midland Avenue at Kingston Road, prompting fire and city crews to respond at 4:20 a.m. to isolate the leak and address…
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Trial Starts for Man Charged in Massive Pearson Gold Heist
A Brampton court started the trial of the man accused of a major gold theft at Toronto Pearson airport, which police say ranks among the largest in Canada.
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Ontario sees rise in mental‑health calls from young men after gambling legalisation
Calls from young men to Ontario's mental‑health helpline have risen since private online gambling was legalised in 2022, prompting discussion with recovering…
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Brad Bradford proposes tax cut, experts warn of revenue shortfall
Brad Bradford proposes cutting a key cash source to tackle the housing crisis, while experts warn Toronto must find extra revenue for essential services.