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Accused pleads guilty to B.C. manslaughter

Accused pleads guilty to B.C. manslaughter

Justin Ehlert, 36, pleaded guilty Monday in Kamloops provincial court to one count of manslaughter following the death of Leeland Alexander, 25.
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Kelowna cat has staring contest with deer

Kelowna cat has staring contest with deer

"If they touch the window then she hisses and slaps at them and they jump back."
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Judge approves process to sell Garibaldi at Squamish

Judge approves process to sell Garibaldi at Squamish

The project has been hampered by disagreements between factions connected to the Aquilini and Gaglardi families. 
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Tiny homes arrive next to Kelowna's rail trail encampment

Tiny homes arrive next to Kelowna's rail trail encampment

The complex will be run by the John Howard Society of Okanagan and Kootenay. It is expected to be in operation sometime in February.
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Metro Vancouver says stench from Burnaby refinery didn't breach air quality limits

Metro Vancouver says stench from Burnaby refinery didn't breach air quality limits

VANCOUVER — Metro Vancouver says an acrid odour that blanketed parts of the region on Sunday contained elevated contaminant levels, but didn't breach pollution standards.
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Police officer shows up for 911 party invite from Steveston teen

Police officer shows up for 911 party invite from Steveston teen

David Zhu, 14, was inspired to embark on a fitness journey after a heartwarming interaction with the RCMP.
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Wrong-way drunk driver on North Van's Highway 1 handed 90-day ban

Wrong-way drunk driver on North Van's Highway 1 handed 90-day ban

Vehicle was also being driven with one flat tire
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Boat owner rescued after becoming stuck in sinking vessel

Boat owner rescued after becoming stuck in sinking vessel

The man started bailing when the 40-foot vessel took on water, then went for the window when it started to sink, said Nanaimo Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Stuart Kenning.
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Police watchdog wants review of B.C.'s officer's punishment for 'predatory' actions

Police watchdog wants review of B.C.'s officer's punishment for 'predatory' actions

VICTORIA — B.C.'s police complaint commissioner has ordered a review of the discipline handed out to an officer over sexual misconduct claims, saying the punishment didn't fit the seriousness of the sexual allegations that were "predatory in nature.
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Police say man charged with impersonating a dental hygienist could be at it again

Police say man charged with impersonating a dental hygienist could be at it again

Police said Wednesday that there are “reasonable and probable grounds” to believe the man is trying to work again while unqualified.
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