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Ottawa police chief Eric Stubbs will address misconduct reports, including gender-based and sexual violence, as concerns grow over internal investigations. The city’s top doctor warns of increased health risks after provincial cuts to supervised drug consumption sites, while council approves $10 million for ByWard Market upgrades.

Ottawa's city council made a bold move into the stock market, missing out on potential millions due to delays, while a barn fire and a towed bus incident highlighted public safety concerns. The mayor entered the election race, and new e-bike regulations and free art classes for the homeless were also in the news.

Ottawa's rural west saw a barn destroyed in a fire near Ashton, while a towed OC Transpo bus rolled into a Belfast Road store. Ontario’s Bill 9 passed in Queen’s Park, advancing municipal accountability, as a homeless family sought shelter in a forest and debates over MAID for mental illness continue.

Ottawa officials announce early reopening of Highway 417 lanes and extended construction hours to ease traffic, while Ontario police watchdog finds misconduct in a fatal crash investigation. The city also hosts a drowning prevention event on the Ottawa River and faces scrutiny over mayor Mark Sutcliffe’s campaign finances.

Ottawa residents should prepare for a vehicle registration tax starting in 2027 by the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais to fund public transit, while a “pollen bomb” threatens allergy sufferers with high pollen levels from alders, maples, birch, and pine. A Gatineau group is rallying against the NHL’s decision to exclude their area from a Canadiens game, citing missed opportunities for community en...

Ottawa's Local Wire update covers a fatal fire in Plantagenet, Atlético Ottawa coach Diego Mejía's departure, and a University of Ottawa study on woodchips reducing ticks. The episode also highlights a centenarian's 5K finish and today's rainy weather forecast.

Ottawa's Ādisōke library project on LeBreton Flats faces another budget overrun with delays into fall, while OC Transpo reports a $7 million deficit due to low ridership and rising costs. Major road closures are set for the Ottawa Race Weekend and Great Glebe Garage Sale, impacting key downtown routes.

Ottawa's mayoral race intensifies with transit-focused campaigns as public safety faces scrutiny after a fatal cyclist collision in Chelsea, Quebec. An Ottawa man faces dual charges in Canada and the U.S. for a global cybercrime ring, while Carleton University unveils an earthquake simulator to enhance building safety.

Ottawa's mayoral candidates battle over transit improvements as OC Transpo faces scrutiny, while a major homeless encampment near Bayview LRT is cleared amid concerns over addiction and housing. The city's boundary expansion plan stalls with rejection of 360 new homes south of Stittsville, and a fire east of Ottawa destroys 12 mobile homes.

Ottawa faces a severe thunderstorm watch with potential tornadoes in Bancroft and Pembroke, while major roads will close for the Ottawa Race Weekend and Great Glebe Garage Sale. The city also explores new green bin waste processing options and honors Inuit veterans at the National Military Cemetery.

Ottawa's public transit system faces a crisis as Line 1 and 4 crews report service disruptions linked to understaffing and unsafe working conditions. The Ottawa Charge secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback win against Montreal Victoire in the Walter Cup final, with Rebecca Leslie’s goal forcing a Game 4.

Ottawa officials confirm Canada’s first hantavirus case, urging caution around rodents, while a forest fire near North Bay threatens nearby communities. The city also updates on housing construction goals, Victoria Day shop hours, and a new art exhibit blending math and traffic data.

Ottawa's transit woes continue as OC Transpo suspends Line 4 service between South Keys and Ottawa International Airport due to staffing issues, with new CEO Rick Leary pledging improvements. The Montreal Victoire advanced in the PWHL Walter Cup final with a 2-1 overtime win over the Ottawa Charge at Place Bell.

Ottawa residents are urged to stay informed as a fatal townhouse fire on Russell Road displaces 10 people and sparks calls for safer building codes. The city also faces ongoing construction disruptions, including Bank Street widening and Line 1 expansion, while Ontario updates colorectal cancer screening guidelines and struggles with healthcare staffing shortages.

Ottawa's Local Wire faced technical issues preventing today's full news report, prompting a delay in the complete local news roundup for residents. The episode highlights ongoing technical challenges, a delayed full report, and the importance of checking back for updated local news.

Ottawa's city council rejected auditor general's call to loosen parkland funds, calling it slush money, while Brockville police identified victims of a triple homicide linked to intimate partner violence. The PWHL's first all-Canadian Walter Cup final between Montreal Victoire and Ottawa Charge kicks off Thursday, alongside safety warnings after a highway incident involving flying tires.

Ottawa's Public Safety Alert After Tire Rupture at Speedy Auto on Edgewater Street and Visa Processing Concerns Highlighted in Internal Records. Ottawa Also Prepares for Its First Hyrox Fitness Event with Over 14,000 Athletes Registered.

Ottawa officials are addressing traffic congestion in the south end with a public consultation on truck route redesigns, while an audit highlights serious management issues within the Ottawa Police Service. A 35-year-old man from Akwesasne has pleaded guilty to smuggling charges tied to the deaths of nine people, including two children, sparking calls for stronger border security.

Ottawa's mayor's race is intensifying with Sutcliffe facing strong competition, while an Ottawa Police officer faces assault charges linked to intimate partner violence. The Ottawa Charge advanced to the Walter Cup Final after a thrilling double-overtime win, and Jumol Royes' return highlights community ties and personal growth.

Ottawa residents are grappling with the tragic death of a two-year-old pulled from the Ottawa River, while an ongoing investigation into a police sergeant's suicide raises concerns about past misconduct handling. Authorities are also warning about the dangers of water gun games after an unhoused man was sprayed during "Senior Assassin," and Ottawa Community Housing is exploring green energy to com...

Ottawa firefighters rescued a critically injured two-year-old from the Ottawa River after a fire department operation, while residents in Brockville grapple with the tragic deaths of a mother and her two daughters in an intimate partner violence incident. The Canadian Tulip Festival returns with Weekend Bikedays, and Ottawa’s government explores a four-day workweek to improve employee well-being.

Ottawa's Algonquins of Barriere Lake First Nation face a power crisis as federal diesel generator funding expires, with Chief David Tait seeking solutions. A 17-year-old in Brockville is arrested after three bodies are found, reigniting concerns about youth violence and support systems.

Ottawa's Local Wire update covers OC Transpo's new leader Rick Leary and his efforts to mend relations with unions, Ontario's child welfare reform following a tragic murder case, and a Quebec father's death due to misrouted 911 calls. The episode also touches on Ottawa's return to in-office work and a deadly Gatineau highrise fire linked to a suspected murder-suicide.

Ottawa residents are facing concerns over flood risks from the Ottawa River dams and reservoirs as spring flooding impacts neighborhoods. OC Transpo is proposing rider compensation for service issues, while the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board plans to cut 69 unionized positions.

Ottawa's police union president faces sexual assault allegations from 2008, sparking union leadership scrutiny, while a Burlington couple's murder trial sees a key charge decision today. The city also celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Ottawa's longest-running mariachi band, and mayoral candidate Alex Lawson unveils a housing plan to tackle homelessness.