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A coroner's inquest deemed Soleiman Faqiri's death at the hands of correctional officers a homicide, but his brother Yusuf says the province still hasn't acted on key recommendations from the inquest. Plus, David Paterson went from being an auto industry executive, to Ontario's representative in Washington. He shares his plan for dealing with the Trump administration.

As the incoming U.S. President stacks his cabinet with people who have criticized Canada's immigration and trade policies - and even openly trolled Prime Minister Trudeau - three strategists weigh in on the political challenges and opportunities. Plus, armed with facts and figures, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow discusses how she plans to confront the province on their plan to rip out bike lanes.

Toronto Police Association president Clayton Campbell details what happened when officers doing a bail check got caught up in an enormous gun battle. And a very different police story - Hamilton's Andy Ganza describes his friend Erixon Kabera, who was shot and killed by police this past weekend.

Why 65-year-old Swiftie Carol Weaver is driving eight hours alone from Pennsylvania to see Taylor Swift in Toronto. Plus, meet the man at the helm of one of the most dramatic changes to a neighbourhood in this city's history - the revitalization of Regent Park.

Master Warrant Officer Stephen Thomas tells the story of how he saved lives in Afghanistan. And historian Michael Petrou outlines the ways he's helping to keep the voices of older veterans alive for future generations.

Ontario Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli outlines how the government will respond to the economic policies of President Trump. And Finn Johnson from the Carpenters' Regional Council explains why trade unions are joining an effort to fight the opioid epidemic.

Columbia University professor Heather Butts tells the story of Dr. Alexander Augusta, the first Black medical student in Canada. And Maclean's editor-in-chief Sarah Fulford breaks down the richest people in Canada.

Veteran U.S. campaign consultant Bruce Fisher breaks down where the Democrats went wrong in the election campaign. And strategists Jack O'Donnell and Michael Kracker discuss what the election results mean for the GTA and Canada.

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown reacts to yet another violent clash between Hindus and Sikhs in Peel Region. And Toronto's City Manager, Paul Johnson, explains how registering for recreational programs is going to change -- and answers questions about removing bike lanes and the World Cup.

Sanjay Ruparelia, associate professor in Politics and Administration at Toronto Metropolitan University, breaks down a recent skirmish outside a Hindu temple in Brampton. And personal finance expert Shannon Lee Simmons makes the argument for starting your holiday shopping early.

Let's talk about the stories that have Toronto buzzing. Hosted by David Common.